Gotta Frame Question

[fatboys69]

I have a chance to pick up a 71-72 LWB truck for a "song & dance". It is in pretty sad shape ( bed is rotten as well as cab floor, doors and radiator support. It has a straight 6 w/manual disc and 3 on the floor. My question is that the frame is a leaf spring rear end and I would like to know if the steps to shorten a leaf spring truck are the same as a coil spring frame ( are spring perches going to have to be relocated ??) The frame and suspension are salvagable as well as the motor and tranny, just wondering if it is the same process. Any advise ??