Welcome to the Stovebolt. I see your now part of the Texas Connection!!
Jock had given good advice. Soooo many things that you can do. For example, I kept my straight axle but went with power steering and upgraded tie rod ends.
With the 3:55 gear you'll be able to definitely run a little faster but not sure how it works with a 4speed vs a 3speed tranny. As Jock says, ask those questions in the most appropiate forum and you'll get lots of info.
Good luck... and how about some picturs?!


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1950 Chevy Coupe
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I'd rather walk and carry a Chevy hub cap than ride in a Ferd.
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