Hi Curtis59 and welcome to the bolt! You'll get oodles of help here.
When you get to a certain part of the project and need assistance, just remember your best result would be to find the right forum to post your question.
I'm about finished with my 261 engine for my '59 Apache. I'll probably be posting my questions in forums concerning the body/bed/brakes etc. soon... fingers crossed... it's been a slow go.
One thing is for sure, I've received a lot of help from some fine folks in here... and yes, you'll get differing opinions... but that's ok. You get to glean from the input and ultimately make the decision based on what you think is best for you and your truck.
I've also been able to obtain parts from friends I've made on here at great prices.
Best of luck to you and your son and thank you for sharing your story!
I like to read posts made on the thread "what did you get done on your bolt today" (in the general truck talk forum)... It keeps me inspired! ha!
Keep us updated!
Jerry
