This is a 1/2-ton AD, the springs are under the axle.

I though about using a front axle but mounting it became more complicated than I wanted to get into. This was supposed to be a one day project that ended up taking two and a half. Using a front axle likely would have turned it into a couple weeks...

1955 1st GMC Suburban | 1954 GMC 250 trailer puller project | 1954 GMC 250 Hydra-Matic | 1954 Chevy 3100 . 1947 Chevy COE | and more...
It's true. I really don't do anything but browse the Internet looking for trouble...