Progress and changes..
Well I decided to go with a manual so I swapped the th400 np205 and got a nv4500 5 speed and an atlas 4 speed.
I got the front end setup with a Detroit and Yukon 5.13, Yukon chomo 35 spline inners and outers with Yukon super joints, barnes 4wd high steer arms.
The rear now has a Yukon spool and 5.13s with Chromo axles.
Got some used 63” Chevy springs from a friend and I found some used 5” non-hd trail gear springs local. The front spring hanger is now burned in and shackles are set.
The engine is just about rebuilt, got a Texas speed cam, pushrods, and valve springs for it. All said and done it should be around 450hp.
I bought an industrial sand blast cabinet so small parts cleanup has been a breeze.
I’m hoping the new combination will allow me to not run a body lift. I’ve been doing measurements and it’s going to be tight but possible.