Going to switch gears

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I am considering a new project . I want to start a search for an Advanced|Design ( 1947-1955 ) and would like to go withsome of the following:
1. I6 and maybe breath on it a little.
2.700r trans .What are the problems, if any hooking up to the engine
3.What Rear end would work best.
4.Disk conversions without redoing the whole front end? Maybe with a slight front drop axle.
There are differences between the years that I am a little familiar with, but not all ,so what would be a good source that gives info on frames and changes made by factory year by year.
Kinda like the divided front windshield so will stick to 47 to 53. But ya never know.
I'm finishing a 68 C10 and will move it down the road to fund the new one. Sound familiar?
I live in SoCal and would like to see some projects under way. I missed the Brothers Show any others coming up?
Thanks very much for any advice .