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1project2many · 03-18-2018, 07:34 AM

What a cool old truck!

Is the red actually paint, or primer?

Is that spot on the driver's door from an old emblem?

Even if it's a GM prototype it would be custom built with most of the modifications done by hand. The assembly line was not set up to build 3 door cabs. The fact that it doesn't appear to be hacked together speaks to the quality of work that was produced. Look for lead in the roof and truck sides where the cabs were sectioned. The rear driver's window is smaller than the rest suggesting custom glass or glass from another application. The other truck builders appeared to use Suburban parts or modified doors to save cost. Look closely at the frame as well. It may have been sectioned.

03-18-2018, 07:34 AM	#17
1project2many Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Lakes Region NH Posts: 3,152	Re: Need help with history of truck What a cool old truck! Is the red actually paint, or primer? Is that spot on the driver's door from an old emblem? Even if it's a GM prototype it would be custom built with most of the modifications done by hand. The assembly line was not set up to build 3 door cabs. The fact that it doesn't appear to be hacked together speaks to the quality of work that was produced. Look for lead in the roof and truck sides where the cabs were sectioned. The rear driver's window is smaller than the rest suggesting custom glass or glass from another application. The other truck builders appeared to use Suburban parts or modified doors to save cost. Look closely at the frame as well. It may have been sectioned.