Chevy, I have heard it a few times and some people swear by it. I also red it in a book or something that I have a few times too like in a chassis book and in a cataloge and magazine. Now whether it's true or not for sure I don't know but I think a IFS is only better to upgrade better suspension and brakes and there are much more parts out there for them. If I ever find the book it's in I will type it up (that is if I don't forget). I like the old straight axles myself, they may sway backand forth and all but I like them. I would be guessing a IFS has a smoother ride since each side is independant so I don't know. Your not wasting nothing though even if it's true, at least you are learning how to weld better and put a front end in.