Alignment Issue

I am doing the same thing right now. When converting over to later model brakes you have to change the upper control arms. While you're doing it, you might as well replace the control arm bushings (I am replacing everything). You will need to have the front end aligned anytime you have it torn that far apart. If you were just swapping brakes, that would be a different story.

Your are right, you need to have the front aligned. With the late model set up, your front tires will be out a little more. This is a great swap.