In my 55 2nd series,I went from stock front suspension to a TCI M2 set up. Man what a difference.It now rides and handles like a new vehicle.Sure it cost a few bucks to do it,but I have a truck that is a pleasure to drive and it rides just great.And oh yeah it also has power R&P steering.If you want your truck to ride like an old lumber wagon,stick with the stock suspension,but if you want a good handling and riding truck,go with independant suspension.Also a safety situation here,on todays highways,if you want to get out there and run 65 or 70 on the interstate,guess what?