mega noob

[Redraider]

Hi,

I have a really basic, dumb question for all you experts. I will be starting(sometime in the future) a 1951 five window truck makeover, and my question is................is there a basic list of things to do, and the order to do them in? I plan to go with Corvette front/rear suspension, some form of LS engine/electronic tranny, then just a standard upgrade to interior and body. Not intending this to be a show truck. I will also add a chassis stiffener.

Obviously I am NOT a mechanic, but I can handle tools and am not afraid of this project, just need a game plan. The one big question that I keep coming back to in my mind is engine placement, as I am getting rid of the straight six.

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Redraider

P.S. reading all the great build threads here IS intimidating and helpful, as you guys know what you are doing!!!