Hoping to start my project need some advice

[71Dreamer454]

I have a Chevy 454 crate motor and a turbo 400 Trans that I plan on having dropped in a 1971 c10. I have most of my ideas thought out as to what I want appearance and function wise with one exception. I want to run 17" American Racing Tourque Thrust wheels. I will drive this truck often but not daily. I don't want it lowered down to the frame but want a lowered ride height that is functional. Should I go Air Ride? If not what size drop do you all recommend?

Other question is custom head unit. As I would like a modern touch screen head unit are there kits for these? Should I just mount it below the dash in some sort of custom mount. I plan on putting in a bench seat with some houndstooth trim to keep a classic look so I don't want to run a console up the middle as it won't have buckets.


Thanks for the advice and for the add to this great forum