Oldsub, saw a third site,
http://www.mongosgarage.com/ , that handles conversion kits but after re-reading i think he is just re-selling the "e-z swap kits".
Avette4me, I had a '51 a '48 chevy pickups in the past and drove them all over but at this point in my life i'd like to enjoy having a classic truck and enjoy a nice smooth ride at the same time. I know the truck pourist will crap a bisket but it's just me.

wave1957, thanks for the support, i'm excitted about this project but because of the great input on this site it seems i change my mind constantly as to how best to go this. So far i'm leaning back to the 2wd chassis witha 4wd rearend on s modern S10 frame.