So i just bought a 1953 f100 and haven't really done a whole lot to it yet.. My plan is to swap a 460 with a c6 or 4 speed.. I'm really on a budget so i'm probably going to do most of this if not all on a budget.. The main thing im thinking about now is the front suspension.. I'm really unsure how to lower it. I've seen the IFS and the mustang II ones and such.. I would like to keep the strait axel and drop it down as much as possible.. I really don't mind fabricating up stuff but when i have to go buy fancy spindles and such.. thats not exactly what i want to do.. What are my options for keeping the strait axel up in front and dropping it? I do plan on putting that heavy engine in there so i know it will drop down some but i basically want it ALL the way down.. I still want the suspension to function though.. Are there anyways to drop it down without going way over budget?

 

Welcome and congrats on the new ride! In my opinion the best and safest way to drop the straight axle is to purchase a dropped axle