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Owned by John Sandoval "steppenwood" Bolter # 2104 Rancho Cordova, California

14 October 2004

From John:

Hello Stovebolters!

This is my 1945 Chevy half-ton [ pix ] . I bought this Art Deco truck in June of 2001 in really sad condition.

This is a frame off restoration, mostly original. The truck has a 216 engine, original drivetrain and 12-volt electrical system with an alternator. Also has nicely finished solid oak bedboards.

I did all the bodywork and paint myself. This is my first attempt at a restoration. [ Interior picture ] It's been a fun and rewarding project.

It was finally registered in May of 2004 and put back on the road for the first time in over 20 years.

I still have some minor issues to work out but at least now I can drive it ..... and I get lots of "thumbs ups"!

I also have lots of before, during and after pictures here.

Thanks for lookin',

John Sandoval

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