I checked out the blog
Looking forward to seeing the progress

Sometimes the truck itself determines what should happen

If I had a rig with a running original engine and drivetrain then I would
keep it that way.

Mine had already been extensively modified, ie the previous owner really
liked to use his wire clipper and oxy-acetylene, so I had no issue changing
stuff up.

Either way I'm a big fan of the resto-mod, replace old antiquated parts with newer ones that make it more pleasant to drive but keep the flavor of the old ride.

Paul