UPDATE:
Tonight was another simple step in the grand scheme of things, I removed the front cross member. This was a fairly simple job, had to unbolt 7 bolts/nuts on each side (four through the side of the frame and into the upper control arm & three bolts that run through the bottom of the frame and directly into the crossmember.
The last item to remove before I have a clear front end frame, is the steering components. I have to research a little to prepare myself to take the power steering apart confidently.
Dropped
Front View, Looking Sparce
My wife is amazing. She brought out her iPad and watch her shows, while I worked on the truck. Although she has no interest in getting dirty, she does enjoy learning what I am doing and also watching me work. Notice the white streaks in the picture, yup, its snowing. Luckily our space heater, her blanket, and bundled up kept her out with me for a good hour or so.
Mahalo,