Welcome tonup. Now this is just a shot in the dark here, but u might want to look into a LTD front graft. That MII wont be stong enough, I like them but its probly not a good idea for that truck. I had a 51 F1 I did a LTD on with 429 [ a few yrs back] and it was a foot lower than stock. But it can be set higher if u want. And they come with power steer. If u want I will try to post a drawing. That truck went down the road straight and stopped perfectly. Thats enough bragging from me.