New 1964 Project

[64chevmn]

I just picked up this truck from California; 1964 step-side with a 500 hp small block and a turbo 400. Goes like hell; but without power steering or power brakes and the original suspension it is a SCARY ride. I've restored several cars, but this is my first pickup.

I have a bit of body work to tackle to fix a few small rust issues, but my goal is to get it as low as possible with out using air bags. I've read a lot of posts over the past few weeks and it appears if I use the 2 1/2 drop spindles and shorter coil springs in the front along with c-notching the frame in the rear with shorter coils I should be able to get the truck to sit over the tires fairly well. I plan on doing front power disc brakes and power steering at the same time as I start the lowering process. Any other pointers before I dive into the project?

Thanks in advance!