67 C10 4/6 drop recomendations

[shoveldug]

Hello I recently acquired 4 yes 4 1967 C10s They are all in various states. The end goal is to build 1 short bed. It will have a 283 with a 3 in the tree. I am in the process of setting up the frame and drive train as the 1st order of business. One of the frames was originally a Oklahoma truck. This is the one I am using. I have already cut this frame from lwb to swb. Now I want to set up suspension components. I intend to run 8x15 and 10x15 steel wheels. Also converting to power discs in front. Truck will be driven frequently and haul a motorcycle in the bed (1959 Harley Duo Glide ) and pull a small enclosed trailer. I attend many AMCA (Antique Motorcycle Club of America) events. My questions are. 1) should I convert to 5 bolt when swapping to discs in the front and drill rear axles or change rear end. In other words advantages disadvantages 5 vs 6 bolt. 2) In order for the 4 / 6 drop I am thinking drop spindles and springs in the front. For the rear I am uncertain. Due to towing and loading. Drop springs with a c notch? Air shocks for when loaded? Air bags with Schrader valves in the rear for when loaded. A complete air bag suspension is out of the question for me. Thoughts? I want to do this right but also on a budget. I do not mind going to the local salvage yards to gather parts.

[shoveldug]

Also just want to say thanks in advance for any help. This is a awesome forum with a wealth of information! I have been here reading and learning in the shadows for years.

[BH_CustomTrucks]

I've been researching 3/5 drops with the idea of air shocks in the back in case there was enough load to warrant a little extra support at times. I'm sure there's someone who's done it...maybe just not a vendor made kit out there. Interested to see what replies are out there to the shoveldug's question....

[clay68c10]

I've run air shocks before on a lowered truck, they were ok. Next go round I'll use some Air Lift helper bags. They take less pressure and can carry more load.

[shoveldug]

Originally Posted by clay68c10

I've run air shocks before on a lowered truck, they were ok. Next go round I'll use some Air Lift helper bags. They take less pressure and can carry more load.

Very interested in feed back on this