55.2-59 56 3100 4X4 build

[1957Napcofan]

I'm new to this forum and looking for advice on what direction to
build my 56 4X4. Truck has a correct Napco front axle, 23 spicer
transfer case and SM465 trans. Plan to do a frame off restoration
but want it to have a disc brake front axle, 3 or 4 speed auto,
power steering and power brakes.

I have read several threads with builds using a later 73-87 frame and
a few that have kept the original frame. Power steering location
seems to be the biggest problem on the original frame. My truck has
a SB with headers and there seems to be plenty of room for a CPP box
in the stock location. Drag link would be the problem?

My only concern with using a 73-87 frame and the EZ-swap kit would
be the height of the truck. As it is now with 33" tires I have just a inch
clearance getting into the garage door opening.

I plan on running 16" stock steel wheels with skinning tires and about 31"
tall. I'm a body-man and fabricator by trade and bought this as my retirement
project. Thanks for any advice, Ron