Thread: Way over my head with a DT466 Diesel

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Hello,
I am new to the site and I am hoping I have found a home. I am building my first hot rod and I have selected a set up that I think might have a old timer scratching their head - maybe not though. I have a '31 Buick and I am building a rod that is using a DT466 engine and a Allison 545 tranny. THIS WILL NOT BE A RAT ROD. Nothing against them, but this isn't that type of car.

I have a million questions, but I am starting with suspension and frame.

I was thinking of going as simple and robust as possible. It can look bulky and weight is not an issue. Keep in mind this engine is used in school buses and it's offspring powered my 15 ton Maxpro MRAP, so it'll be fine.
I need any and all advice I can get. What do you guys recommend? How would you build it?
I don't really want to go airbags. Nothing against them, I just want to keep it as simple as possible. Now, if someone thinks I should - let me know.
I kind of want to go with a solid beam type set up, but should I go a different way?
Now, before you answer- please don't shoot down the engine and tranny. They are critical to the theme and they gotta stay.
With that said - let er rip. I am really look forward to hearing from you guys. As I said I am in over my head, but I am DETERMINED to finish this rod and get it back on the road (first time since 1955).

-Al