k-frames???

hi all i like the site i have been fixing up a 72 scamp i started earlier this year i am going to minni tub it and am going to use frame conectors and torque boxes in the corners i have a 400 for it does anyone have an opinion on using safty caps on the front frame members to give it more strength and also has anyone used an altekation front end instead of the factory setup i am leaning towards all these things and am looking for opinions and experiences thanx in advance for anyone that replys