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1950 Chevy 3800 1-Ton Panel Truck
Owned by Steve Greene |
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03 March 2008
# 2258
From Steve :
When I decided I wanted a "home on wheels" to drive to my frequent weekend get-a-ways, I decided to be different and let my love of history influence me. A mild-mannered Chevy parts guy by day and an outdoor enthusiast always, something was brewing. How about a 1 ton panel truck converted into a camper van??
I perused eBay and found a 1950 3800 in Ohio for a final purchase price of $1500. A cracked block, wasted quarters and wheel wells, nasty cut off welds for a roof rack, cab metal scary, and some how I'm making it work. Here's a picture of her so far.
My first project, with a little help from my friends. I'm building on a budget, but it runs now. It has a 250 L6 and a 400 turbo. I got 'em cheap!! Would have preferred a 700 but seems ok. A 4.10 differential from a '67 C-20, lots of welding patch panels, wiring, brakes, tires and wheels, seats, kingpins, power brakes, doors aligned -- on and on.
Ran up some big bills and now I'm working on it under the little woman's radar.
Love the site.
Thanks,
Steve
This will be fun to watch your progress. Get a photo-hosting account someplace and we will add the link here. Neat idea for the camper and to cover several passions at once! ~~ Editor
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