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DennyB · 10-05-2004, 09:28 AM

Since this board is growing there seem to be more and more 47-55 1st owners. Whats everyone got?? Projects, drivers, restos... show em off here. Tell us a little about yourself, your trucks and your plans.
Denny

Brainchild · 10-05-2004, 09:00 PM

I have a 49 Chevy 3600.It is pretty much original with the exception that the engine was changed in 53.There is no damage other than a couple of windows,and no rust.All I need to do is bleed the brakes,and it would be driveable.

I think I will just clean and paint,and leave it all stock.It is in amazing condition to have been in MO it's whole life.

The only changes I have made are wheels and tires,only because it didn't have any,but that's not a permanent situation,so no problems.
I might change my mind midstream and big block it with a car frame,but that isn't the plan right now

DennyB · 10-06-2004, 10:50 AM

WOW, Amazing shape for a MO truck!
It must have stayed in the fields and off the salty roads in the winter

Brainchild · 10-06-2004, 09:03 PM

Actually it sat in a leanto shed for a long while,lucky for me

horvath · 10-07-2004, 05:07 AM

I bought my '54 out of Texas in January of 2003 ... it's my daily driver now.

It's got a 350/350 setup and all the improvements I've done are posted at my site for all to share -- lots of cool info -- click link below my sig.

DennyB · 10-07-2004, 01:42 PM

Hey Alan!, Your in Joysie

horvath · 10-07-2004, 04:56 PM

Born and raised!

I'm in New Brunswick, bro' ... a fair cruise from Tom's River.

DennyB · 10-13-2004, 10:27 PM

Very nice '54!

horvath · 10-14-2004, 11:43 AM

Thanks, Denny -- it sure is a FUN driver!

DennyB · 10-14-2004, 01:36 PM

Alan,
Whats the specs on it?
Is is subframed or on a S10 chassis?

horvath · 10-14-2004, 03:40 PM

Hey, Denny

It's on it's original frame with a FatMan Mustang II IFS installed. You can get ALL the spec's at my site -- see link below my sig:

Razor454 · 10-16-2004, 03:03 PM

This is my 1955 3/4 ton 235 ci. 1st series. It is all original, except for the paint and side mirrors. It has very little rust (Only a small hole in pass side floor). It runs and drives great. I bought this off a guy from Oklahoma, who keep it in his barn.

horvath · 10-16-2004, 06:55 PM

Nice truck!

Hey - that hood ornament is worth $250.00!!!

Brainchild · 10-17-2004, 01:38 AM

Oh now I have to get the brakes fixed,and tag the beast.That looks cool in hte driveway Razor

Razor454 · 10-18-2004, 07:10 PM

Thanks guys. I can't wait to finish my 1967 Chevy and begin work on the 1955. I’m still in the process of trying to figure out what I want to do to the 1955....custom or original or a mix of both....still undecided.

BTW like your guys' trucks. Nothing like finding a nice one to restore

...I’ve probable looked at 10 or so 1947-1955 1st series trucks before finding this one. Everything that I have looked at here (Indiana) is very badly rusted or damaged.

Brainchild · 10-18-2004, 07:52 PM

I'm in the undecided stage also,so don't feel alone.That S10 frame swap sounds like a cool idea,late model suspension,power acc,disc brakes,V8,auto.Man that is cool.But an original ride is awesome too,so I'm kinda torn.

HELP ME!

OH and it looks kinda out of place in it's surroundings

NeCrOmAnCeR · 10-19-2004, 08:36 PM

Wife said I have to finish the '67 Mustang before I even get to look at the '49. But I have been crunching ideas after seeing all the trucks at the NSRA street rod nationals this summer. Now where are all those Mustang parts??.....

wingnut · 11-03-2004, 11:27 PM

'54 3100, 235, dual Offy intake with Fenton headers, T5 trans, and 12 3:56 rear end. It's still got the straight axle, but with mone leaf suspension. Ridea a little rough, but what the heck, it's a truck.

jimmyjeep · 11-05-2004, 01:29 PM

Hello, I am a newbie, 1st post, but I thought Id share my project with ya. It began as a $50 buy out of a Kansas field. Its a 1951 gmc 1/2 ton.Now its on a 1983 wagoneer frame , 401,727 tranny. Lots of work but gonna be a lotta fun. Check it out if ya like.http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/sharig...=/3fcd&.src=ph

horvath · 11-05-2004, 01:59 PM

Wow -- you've really been at it, bro'!

COOL project!!

jimmyjeep · 11-05-2004, 02:13 PM

oh ya its a time eater. But its been great fun. Its also alot of fun to show people and get their thoughts. Its really a one of a kind, and thats what I was after. I hope by labor day to have her up and running. Anyway thanks for taking the time to look at her.

BADBOY66 · 11-05-2004, 03:40 PM

brain child u r in monett? im in Jane, about 30 mins from cassville. how long have you been there? i got family all over this corner of Missouri!

Heatwave · 11-06-2004, 12:35 AM

Here's my 1955 1st series...New engine new interior this year.

horvath · 11-06-2004, 10:12 AM

Absolutely gorgeous!

DennyB · 11-07-2004, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by horvath

Absolutely gorgeous!

I agree!
Whats the specs?

10-05-2004, 09:28 AM	#1
DennyB Led Sled! Discs R 4 ME! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toms River, NJ, USA (Transplanted Hoosier) Posts: 7,327	Post Your Ride 47-55 Trucks Since this board is growing there seem to be more and more 47-55 1st owners. Whats everyone got?? Projects, drivers, restos... show em off here. Tell us a little about yourself, your trucks and your plans. Denny Last edited by N2TRUX; 05-20-2005 at 08:59 AM.

10-05-2004, 09:00 PM	#2
Brainchild Still drivin' a Rat Rod Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Monett Missouri Posts: 4,925	I have a 49 Chevy 3600.It is pretty much original with the exception that the engine was changed in 53.There is no damage other than a couple of windows,and no rust.All I need to do is bleed the brakes,and it would be driveable. I think I will just clean and paint,and leave it all stock.It is in amazing condition to have been in MO it's whole life. The only changes I have made are wheels and tires,only because it didn't have any,but that's not a permanent situation,so no problems. I might change my mind midstream and big block it with a car frame,but that isn't the plan right now __________________ Rusty Member #13872 Instead of saying.....you are a discomfort in the back of my front.....one should be able to say...... you are a pain in the a$# 71 GMC LWB 49 Chevy 85 Chevy G20 Check out my website

10-06-2004, 10:50 AM	#3
DennyB Led Sled! Discs R 4 ME! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toms River, NJ, USA (Transplanted Hoosier) Posts: 7,327	WOW, Amazing shape for a MO truck! It must have stayed in the fields and off the salty roads in the winter __________________ "Never ride faster than your Angel can fly" I.M.O.M,W,J&C Patriot Guard Rider

10-06-2004, 09:03 PM	#4
Brainchild Still drivin' a Rat Rod Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Monett Missouri Posts: 4,925	Actually it sat in a leanto shed for a long while,lucky for me __________________ Rusty Member #13872 Instead of saying.....you are a discomfort in the back of my front.....one should be able to say...... you are a pain in the a$# 71 GMC LWB 49 Chevy 85 Chevy G20 Check out my website

10-07-2004, 05:07 AM	#5
horvath Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey Posts: 128	I bought my '54 out of Texas in January of 2003 ... it's my daily driver now. It's got a 350/350 setup and all the improvements I've done are posted at my site for all to share -- lots of cool info -- click link below my sig. __________________ Alan Horvath 54 Chevy Pickup

10-07-2004, 01:42 PM	#6
DennyB Led Sled! Discs R 4 ME! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toms River, NJ, USA (Transplanted Hoosier) Posts: 7,327	Hey Alan!, Your in Joysie __________________ "Never ride faster than your Angel can fly" I.M.O.M,W,J&C Patriot Guard Rider

10-07-2004, 04:56 PM	#7
horvath Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey Posts: 128	Born and raised! I'm in New Brunswick, bro' ... a fair cruise from Tom's River. __________________ Alan Horvath 54 Chevy Pickup

10-13-2004, 10:27 PM	#8
DennyB Led Sled! Discs R 4 ME! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toms River, NJ, USA (Transplanted Hoosier) Posts: 7,327	Very nice '54! __________________ "Never ride faster than your Angel can fly" I.M.O.M,W,J&C Patriot Guard Rider

10-14-2004, 11:43 AM	#9
horvath Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey Posts: 128	Thanks, Denny -- it sure is a FUN driver! __________________ Alan Horvath 54 Chevy Pickup

10-14-2004, 01:36 PM	#10
DennyB Led Sled! Discs R 4 ME! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toms River, NJ, USA (Transplanted Hoosier) Posts: 7,327	Alan, Whats the specs on it? Is is subframed or on a S10 chassis? __________________ "Never ride faster than your Angel can fly" I.M.O.M,W,J&C Patriot Guard Rider

10-14-2004, 03:40 PM	#11
horvath Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey Posts: 128	Hey, Denny It's on it's original frame with a FatMan Mustang II IFS installed. You can get ALL the spec's at my site -- see link below my sig: __________________ Alan Horvath 54 Chevy Pickup

10-16-2004, 03:03 PM	#12
Razor454 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Stokesdale, North Carolina Posts: 341	This is my baby. This is my 1955 3/4 ton 235 ci. 1st series. It is all original, except for the paint and side mirrors. It has very little rust (Only a small hole in pass side floor). It runs and drives great. I bought this off a guy from Oklahoma, who keep it in his barn. Attached Images __________________ 1967 SwB, 454 BB, 4L80E trans, 3.73 eaton posi 1997 C2500 Ext Cab 5.7 Liter 1955 3/4 ton 1st series w/ 235 straight six Sold it Last edited by Razor454; 10-16-2004 at 03:06 PM.

10-16-2004, 06:55 PM	#13
horvath Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey Posts: 128	Nice truck! Hey - that hood ornament is worth $250.00!!! __________________ Alan Horvath 54 Chevy Pickup

10-17-2004, 01:38 AM	#14
Brainchild Still drivin' a Rat Rod Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Monett Missouri Posts: 4,925	Oh now I have to get the brakes fixed,and tag the beast.That looks cool in hte driveway Razor __________________ Rusty Member #13872 Instead of saying.....you are a discomfort in the back of my front.....one should be able to say...... you are a pain in the a$# 71 GMC LWB 49 Chevy 85 Chevy G20 Check out my website

10-18-2004, 07:10 PM	#15
Razor454 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Stokesdale, North Carolina Posts: 341	Thanks guys. I can't wait to finish my 1967 Chevy and begin work on the 1955. I’m still in the process of trying to figure out what I want to do to the 1955....custom or original or a mix of both....still undecided. BTW like your guys' trucks. Nothing like finding a nice one to restore ...I’ve probable looked at 10 or so 1947-1955 1st series trucks before finding this one. Everything that I have looked at here (Indiana) is very badly rusted or damaged. __________________ 1967 SwB, 454 BB, 4L80E trans, 3.73 eaton posi 1997 C2500 Ext Cab 5.7 Liter 1955 3/4 ton 1st series w/ 235 straight six Sold it



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10-18-2004, 07:52 PM	#16
Brainchild Still drivin' a Rat Rod Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Monett Missouri Posts: 4,925	I'm in the undecided stage also,so don't feel alone.That S10 frame swap sounds like a cool idea,late model suspension,power acc,disc brakes,V8,auto.Man that is cool.But an original ride is awesome too,so I'm kinda torn. HELP ME! OH and it looks kinda out of place in it's surroundings __________________ Rusty Member #13872 Instead of saying.....you are a discomfort in the back of my front.....one should be able to say...... you are a pain in the a$# 71 GMC LWB 49 Chevy 85 Chevy G20 Check out my website

10-19-2004, 08:36 PM	#17
NeCrOmAnCeR Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Hodgenville, Ky Posts: 735	Wife said I have to finish the '67 Mustang before I even get to look at the '49. But I have been crunching ideas after seeing all the trucks at the NSRA street rod nationals this summer. Now where are all those Mustang parts??.....

11-03-2004, 11:27 PM	#18
wingnut Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Glendora, Ca. Posts: 57	'54 3100, 235, dual Offy intake with Fenton headers, T5 trans, and 12 3:56 rear end. It's still got the straight axle, but with mone leaf suspension. Ridea a little rough, but what the heck, it's a truck. Attached Images

11-05-2004, 01:29 PM	#19
jimmyjeep Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 9	MY Baby: Frankenbolt Hello, I am a newbie, 1st post, but I thought Id share my project with ya. It began as a $50 buy out of a Kansas field. Its a 1951 gmc 1/2 ton.Now its on a 1983 wagoneer frame , 401,727 tranny. Lots of work but gonna be a lotta fun. Check it out if ya like.http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/sharig...=/3fcd&.src=ph

11-05-2004, 01:59 PM	#20
horvath Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey Posts: 128	Wow -- you've really been at it, bro'! COOL project!! __________________ Alan Horvath 54 Chevy Pickup

11-05-2004, 02:13 PM	#21
jimmyjeep Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 9	thanks for looking oh ya its a time eater. But its been great fun. Its also alot of fun to show people and get their thoughts. Its really a one of a kind, and thats what I was after. I hope by labor day to have her up and running. Anyway thanks for taking the time to look at her.

11-05-2004, 03:40 PM	#22
BADBOY66 born to drive a CHEVY Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: JANE,MO. Posts: 69	brain child u r in monett? im in Jane, about 30 mins from cassville. how long have you been there? i got family all over this corner of Missouri! __________________

11-06-2004, 12:35 AM	#23
Heatwave Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sanger, Texas Posts: 132	Here's my 1955 1st series...New engine new interior this year. Attached Images __________________ 1955 Chevy Series 1

11-06-2004, 10:12 AM	#24
horvath Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey Posts: 128	Absolutely gorgeous! __________________ Alan Horvath 54 Chevy Pickup

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