Thanks for the input. As it turns out; a further review of my vin indicates the my truck is actually a '63, assembled in Baltimore, MD. I just took some photos today; as soon as I figure out how to include them into the postings I will share them. I've seen some very nice '63 customizations. My rear end is a 12 bolt, with coil springs and shocks (don't know the significance of the 12 bolts, but it sounds important to some people).