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Alan's Classic · 08-22-2007, 09:55 PM

I just went to pick this up today. It is all complete and running. Almost everything works. I couldn't pass it up. Ya'll know more than I do about it. Are the big back windows desireable? Let me know what ya'll think.

dwcsr · 08-22-2007, 11:59 PM

Nice, I just picked one up very similar to that, Yes big windows are in demand.

72armyswbtruck · 08-23-2007, 05:25 AM

That is going to be a nice project, enjoy

Joe67 · 08-23-2007, 07:22 AM

Wow - I'd love to stumble across one like that for sure - nice find

tiggerstoy · 08-23-2007, 10:24 AM

nice!!....good find , whats the plans for it?

Alan's Classic · 08-23-2007, 06:39 PM

Don't really have a plan for now. I have to finish my 65 1st. The radiator leaks and wheel cyl leaks. So I might fix those and anything else that is a safety item and then drive the heck out of it. It has alot of character right now. I'd hate to lose that to a restore right now. I want to go to some of the local cruise ins. I bet you it will get more attention than a fully restore piece. It will be parked inside soon out of the weather.

texascowboy593 · 08-25-2007, 02:42 PM

love the way it looks! nice find.

Kurt L · 08-25-2007, 02:58 PM

there's one here in yulee fl thats in simialar condition like yours for $1100.00
but it doesn't run.been wondering if it would be worth the price.

CAL 58 GMC · 08-25-2007, 06:08 PM

Good deal! When you start your build, start a project thread so we can follow along......make sure to post pictures.....we all like pictures!!

texascowboy593 · 08-25-2007, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by CAL 58 GMC

Good deal! When you start your build, start a project thread so we can follow along......make sure to post pictures.....we all like pictures!!

krue · 08-25-2007, 07:20 PM

Looks like a great project.

entourageguy · 08-25-2007, 08:34 PM

What they said

Brian ...

Alan's Classic · 08-25-2007, 10:03 PM

Thanks for all the comments. This project will be a slow go for now. I'm going to get it road worthy since my 65 is at a stand still pretty much. I will post pics as I go(I love pics too).

Igotachevyor2 · 08-26-2007, 12:01 PM

great project

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 08-26-2007, 12:07 PM

Looks pretty sweet just picked on up myself.

Alan's Classic · 08-26-2007, 10:16 PM

I got a little bit done today. I changed the wheels and tires. I had another set sitting around with a shorter tire. Boy, don't those shinny wheels and tires really make the paint shine

. I also removed the radiator because of a bad leak. I'm going to try to get it rebuilt or get a new one. Enjoy.

Alan's Classic · 08-26-2007, 10:30 PM

Question: Is 1955 the 1st year that offered a V8? If so how was it mounted to the frame? I have a 283 that I could put in it. Will the 3 spd trans bolt up to the V8? I'm sure it will, but if this is the 1st yr of the V8 I'm not sure. If anyone has pics of the V8 installed showing the mounts I would apprieciate it.

B17CRX · 09-13-2009, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Question: Is 1955 the 1st year that offered a V8? If so how was it mounted to the frame? I have a 283 that I could put in it. Will the 3 spd trans bolt up to the V8? I'm sure it will, but if this is the 1st yr of the V8 I'm not sure. If anyone has pics of the V8 installed showing the mounts I would apprieciate it.

The TF V8 mounts bolt to the front of the block and the front x-member and look like these:

-Joel

Alan's Classic · 09-13-2009, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by nickp51chevy

I'm glad to be able to help. Now get that carb rebuilt and start drivin' her again!

I can't wait to get it running, but who knows when that will be.

I will post the progress when I do it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by B17CRX

The TF V8 mounts bolt to the front of the block and the front x-member and look like these:

-Joel

Thanks for the info and pic.

lotussutol · 08-26-2007, 11:58 PM

my 55 longbed came stock with a v8. They have front mounts. They mount to the holes up by the fuel pump on the front of the block and then mount to the crossmember. They use biscut style mounts. Sorry I do not have a pic.

However if you use the front mounts and go to a rear mounting tranny (turbo 350/400/700r4) you are asking for trouble from what I have read.

OrrieG · 11-02-2007, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by lotussutol

However if you use the front mounts and go to a rear mounting tranny (turbo 350/400/700r4) you are asking for trouble from what I have read.

Only if you do not restrain the engine from torqueing. The TH350 cases are weak at the place where the cooling lines connect. If the engine torques too far under acceleration the transmission is restrained by the rear mount and something has to give. I've run a warmed up 283 with a 350TH and 203 tranfercase (makes the problem worse, more mass holding the trans in place) for ten years on and off-road without a problem but had a cable ran from the frame to the side mount location that only allow the engine to move about 1.5". That was enough so there was not noticable "thunk" against the cable around town but worked fine when I got on it in town or was off and on the throttle climbing hills off road.

chevyrestoguy · 11-06-2007, 10:27 AM

That truck would be an awesome candidate for an updated suspension, lowered, and the body left as is. That patina you've got can't be duplicated. Guys pay big bucks to try to get their trucks to look just like yours. Good find!

71'tahoe · 01-04-2009, 08:15 PM

I know you are finishing your 65 first but is there any updates on thus truck?How did the brakes turn out?

Alan's Classic · 09-10-2009, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71'tahoe

I know you are finishing your 65 first but is there any updates on thus truck?How did the brakes turn out?

Sorry I didn't see your post until now. Been busy with my 1965. Still busy with it. I just want to get the 55 running again and drive it. It was running when I parked it the last time, but I believe it sucked up some trash in the carb. It all of the sudden started running bad and like the carb was flooding. i haven't touched it since. My knowledge of identifying 6 cyl is minimal. Which 6 cyl came in these and how can I identify? I need to get a carb rebuild kit since I'm taking the carb apart. Other than being a rochester that is all I know. Can someone identify this carb for me. Also, who offers the best kit? Thanks

Alan's Classic · 11-01-2007, 11:22 PM

Finally getting something done. I'm redoing the complete braking system. I know it might be crazy, but I'm keeping it completely stock. I replaced the brake lines with stainless. I just found out that I need some parts for the e brake system. The lever that ties the front and rear cables together. Also need the flat bar on the rear drum brakes mine is MIA.

08-22-2007, 09:55 PM	#1
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Look what I found I just went to pick this up today. It is all complete and running. Almost everything works. I couldn't pass it up. Ya'll know more than I do about it. Are the big back windows desireable? Let me know what ya'll think. Attached Images __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

08-22-2007, 11:59 PM	#2
dwcsr Hollister Road Co. Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Houston Posts: 6,134	Re: Look what I found Nice, I just picked one up very similar to that, Yes big windows are in demand.

08-23-2007, 05:25 AM	#3
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: Look what I found That is going to be a nice project, enjoy __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

08-23-2007, 07:22 AM	#4
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08-23-2007, 10:24 AM	#5
tiggerstoy tiggerstoy Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: camrose Alberta Canada Posts: 416	Re: Look what I found nice!!....good find , whats the plans for it?

08-23-2007, 06:39 PM	#6
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Look what I found Don't really have a plan for now. I have to finish my 65 1st. The radiator leaks and wheel cyl leaks. So I might fix those and anything else that is a safety item and then drive the heck out of it. It has alot of character right now. I'd hate to lose that to a restore right now. I want to go to some of the local cruise ins. I bet you it will get more attention than a fully restore piece. It will be parked inside soon out of the weather. __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker" Last edited by Alan's Classic; 08-23-2007 at 11:34 PM. Reason: change

08-25-2007, 02:42 PM	#7
texascowboy593 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southeast Tx Posts: 1,302	Re: Look what I found love the way it looks! nice find. __________________ "The rays of light thru the Shiner Bock bottle make me wanna turn the key and put down the throttle...and get lost down 35" - Jason Boland www.YouTube.com/user/593Films - Watch My Videos! 1977 Silverado K10 2014 Dodge Durango (Wife-mobile) 2008 Dodge Ram Lone Star Edition (Daily driver)

08-25-2007, 02:58 PM	#8
Kurt L Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: ne florida Posts: 2,665	Re: Look what I found there's one here in yulee fl thats in simialar condition like yours for $1100.00 but it doesn't run.been wondering if it would be worth the price.

08-25-2007, 06:08 PM	#9
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: Look what I found Good deal! When you start your build, start a project thread so we can follow along......make sure to post pictures.....we all like pictures!! __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

08-25-2007, 07:20 PM	#11
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: Look what I found Looks like a great project. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

08-25-2007, 08:34 PM	#12
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08-25-2007, 10:03 PM	#13
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Look what I found Thanks for all the comments. This project will be a slow go for now. I'm going to get it road worthy since my 65 is at a stand still pretty much. I will post pics as I go(I love pics too). __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

08-26-2007, 12:01 PM	#14
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08-26-2007, 10:16 PM	#16
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Look what I found I got a little bit done today. I changed the wheels and tires. I had another set sitting around with a shorter tire. Boy, don't those shinny wheels and tires really make the paint shine . I also removed the radiator because of a bad leak. I'm going to try to get it rebuilt or get a new one. Enjoy. Attached Images __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"



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08-26-2007, 10:30 PM	#17
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Look what I found Question: Is 1955 the 1st year that offered a V8? If so how was it mounted to the frame? I have a 283 that I could put in it. Will the 3 spd trans bolt up to the V8? I'm sure it will, but if this is the 1st yr of the V8 I'm not sure. If anyone has pics of the V8 installed showing the mounts I would apprieciate it. __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

08-26-2007, 11:58 PM	#20
lotussutol Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Taft, CA Posts: 140	Re: Look what I found my 55 longbed came stock with a v8. They have front mounts. They mount to the holes up by the fuel pump on the front of the block and then mount to the crossmember. They use biscut style mounts. Sorry I do not have a pic. However if you use the front mounts and go to a rear mounting tranny (turbo 350/400/700r4) you are asking for trouble from what I have read. __________________ Lotus Current Rides/Projects 1955.5 Chevy shortbed truck 1952 Chevy Coupe Deluxe car

11-06-2007, 10:27 AM	#22
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: Look what I found That truck would be an awesome candidate for an updated suspension, lowered, and the body left as is. That patina you've got can't be duplicated. Guys pay big bucks to try to get their trucks to look just like yours. Good find!

01-04-2009, 08:15 PM	#23
71'tahoe Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: lynchburg ohio Posts: 736	Re: Look what I found I know you are finishing your 65 first but is there any updates on thus truck?How did the brakes turn out?

11-01-2007, 11:22 PM	#25
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Look what I found Finally getting something done. I'm redoing the complete braking system. I know it might be crazy, but I'm keeping it completely stock. I replaced the brake lines with stainless. I just found out that I need some parts for the e brake system. The lever that ties the front and rear cables together. Also need the flat bar on the rear drum brakes mine is MIA. Attached Images __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

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