57 Chevy Stepside - frame question

[hotrodr]

Hey! I've got a 57 Chevy stepside that I want to rebuild, starting (of course) with the frame.

But what's the best approach? Go get a brand new frame from FatMan, or RBs or something? Or would it be better to try to modify the existing frame?

Before I bought it, some guy did a pretty bad job of putting in a Camaro clip so I may (read: definately) need to replace the front suspension.

So - what's the best way? New or Refurb?

Thanks!