Sounds like you are leaning the way I'd be leaning. People used to drive these trucks across country and not have a second thought about it. I'd tighten up the front end, go through the brakes completely and let her roll.

Good luck, George

1954 Chevy 6400 2-Ton
1955 Second Series Napco 4 x 4 Suburban Carryall
1966 Chevrolet K-10 -- Sold to another 'Bolter