Ole Skool: Thank you for the kind comments. I see you've got quite a stable of 'bolts to choose from.
I'm running one of Sid's 3" axles with 3 leafs removed from the spring pack in front. Yes, there is some heating and bending to be done but all in all a much simpler job than a 'stang or a subframe. I flipped my tie rod using new ends from Chevs of the '40's. Also shortened my pitman arm and drag link as per the photos. I'm using a 3:08 rear end from a '69 1/2 ton, T-5 out of an S-10. I built the tri-carb setup is using the stock intake manifold. The rear end on an AD is pretty simple, you can use lowering blocks and remove a couple of leafs to get it down. Rides better too.
Keep us posted on your projects.
Oh, and on your '57 check out RATRODKING posts. He goes into detail on his modifications.
