Thanks for the info Bill and Bart. I had previously reviewed the TechTips/AD Spotting Guide and determined that the tube shocks and flat paddle side cowl lever were not 1949. At that time I couldn't decifer the J or the P.
The existing left side cowl vent is '47 through '50 and would rule out 1951 or later.

The right door is solid glass: '47 through '50. The left door has a vent, 1951 and up.
It's logical that one of the doors has been replaced with one from another model.

The hood, side badging only says Chevrolet with no series number, i.e. 3100 That indicates '51 or '52.

I just completed draining the rear diff. so inspecting the pinion gear again will not happen soon.

No heater. All doors handles are rotate to unlatch.

The guage cluster needs to be r&r'd so I'll check for a date there.


Based on the existing graphics, it is lodgical the truck was made in Oakland. The truck was used by Tasty Bakery in Bishop,CA.

I'm not all that concerned about the correctness of the title. It's legal and that's all that really counts for now. But it is very interesting to do the research AND it adds to my growing knowledge of AD trucks and my panel.

Once again, thanks for the expert guidance it is very much appreciated for a newbie like me.

Jerry

1 1951 Chev Panel with a 350 small block, automatic tranny.
1 2004 Chev 2500 HD pickup... stock
1 1950 Chev 5 window pickup; 261 c.i. engine, 4 on the floor.

With lots of time and money, any Stovebolt can be restored.