When I got my '53 the first thing I did was start looking for an S10 donor frame. While looking I went ahead and started fixing what was already there; the original front end, brakes, suspension, etc. Now there is no way I will do a frame swap. I do plan to install a 3 inch dropped straight axle and disc brakes with dual master cylinder, but I like the way the truck handles and I want to be able to use it like a truck.
An S10 is essentially a 1/4 ton truck. You can get idependant front suspension and disc brakes without all the work and the down grade.
DISCLAIMER: This is only my own personal opinion.
