Budget Build

[Saskrodder]

Hey guys,

I'm new to the 60-66 trucks! I've purchased a 1960 GMC short box step side truck. All original but has some rust issues with the cab floor. I'm looking to swap a 350 with a 700r4 backing it up. The plan is to keep it the original patina'd paint.

My question is, is there any problems with just heating up the springs or cutting them to lower it? I'd like to do this as cheap as possible. I do have an 80's front end I could put on it to get front discs but like I said I would like to do this as cheap as possible.

Thanks!