51 3100 build help

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Hey Gang,

My name is Dave and I'm a new member here. I am going to be starting in on a 51' 3100 for a customer and have a few questions for you guys. The truck is all original right now, down to the stovebolt and one piece rear axle. He wants me to do an S-10 frame swap, but I'd like to see about just doing some nice upgrades on the truck as it sits now to keep it on it's original chassis. Mainly, I'd like to see the price difference between the two and even if some things are even plausible to do. I see they make power brake upgrades, but what about power steering? Are there some different boxes like the 605 and such that will bolt in with some mods?

I'm finishing up my 56 Nomad and once that's done I'll be into this truck around the first of the year. Thanks men!! (and women)

Hasta la Pasta