It depends on what you WANT to do. Are you talking a hot rod with little capability or still a truck?

Here's what I suggest about the rear end: 4.10 gears
https://www.stovebolt.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=707094#Post707094

It'll still be a 3/4 ton.


Just here for the free beer.
1953 1-Ton Dump Truck

1954 Teenage Hot Rod