1951 PROJECT... to swap or not to swap!

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I just got a 1951 3600 p/u that is in need of a " second chance" it is very solid for being almost 60 years old. I want to use it as a daily driver when it is done..it is a long bed that i will be cutting down to a short bed. my question is... do i go with the 1951 frame and shorten it up,along with mII set up in the front, and 4 link in the back? or.. go the s10 route, 4 link in the rear. i would like to "bag it" but i'm not sure the money will be there for it,and i am trying to be realistic about my build...so please feel free to give your advise and or opinions... thanks Greg