For my truck, a little larger than yours though, I felt the stock frame was perfect for my needs, and I am changing/upgrading everything but the frame and sheet metal.

I prefer an I-beam front axle, so stock frame is great for me.

Grigg

•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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