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18 March 2015 # 3106
1953 Chevrolet 3100
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From Andy : I am new here and found this site while attempting to learn more about my new 1953 Chevy pickup truck. I am excited to get things rolling as far as restoration and I am still working out the details in my head about what the future for this truck is. This truck has been around for as long as I can remember and there are so many memories attached to it. Everything from fishing up in the mountains to Grandpa and me towing a travel trailer on an 800+ mile trip for camping in Oregon. This was the first vehicle, besides tractors, that I ever drove. Next, I replaced the plugs and wires. I also have new points and condenser but haven't felt like putting those in just yet and I forgot to buy a new rotor. I also partially rebuilt the carb. Initially this seemed devastating ... and I came to the wrong conclusion that it was a freeze plug. Turns out, there is a drain plug at the back of the block and Grandpa had the foresight to pull the plug. I eventually found the actual plug laying on the bench. When I got the master cylinder installed, I took the rear wheels off to check the condition of things. I don't want to have to replace all the brake stuff just yet. I found that the left rear brake drum is cracked which was a bummer. It appears to have been driven that way for some time. My daughter will help me bleed the brakes. Should be a good learning experience for a 10 year old. And with luck, it should at least stop after that, I hope! I just want it to drive so I can bring it home. The motor is from a 1958 car of some sort and was originally mated to a Powerglide transmission. The truck originally had the three on the tree shifter but was changed to the 4-speed stick shift. I am kinda of the mind to spruce up the engine and engine compartment, followed by cleaning up the interior. As for the exterior, I will probably just pressure wash it and leave it as is for now. I just don't have the time for big plans. It's all part of the fun!
Keep track of the restoration project details in Andy's posts and be sure to check for new photos to the Photobucket album. Any and all questions welcome! If you post in the forum, others can share in the discussion. Thanks ~ Editor
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