I am migrating this thread from the “new member from TN with questions”. My job keeps me away for several days at a time and then I get a bit of time at home. After a lift and several issues I have received a lot of great advice on how to fix the problems I have encountered along the way. Over the last few days I have installed heavy duty ball joints, adjustable upper and lower control arms, rear bumper, and a new steering assembly based on recommendations from those who posted on my original post. Hopefully tomorrow I will get it back on its wheels Everything torqued and greased and ready to roll. Thanks for all the advice!!