There are issues with making mods the these front ends, it can be done but for every change you make you will have another issue. Like with the dropped axle, when dropped raises the tie rod and it hits the leaf springs. Also if you want to use a modern rim you have to watch the back spacing as it will hit the tie rod end, etc etc. So do your homework on all this stuff.

It's easier to get forgiveness than permission!
1946 1/2-Ton Chevy
1953 Chevy 3/4-ton Factory Stakebed