Thanks, Guys,
I lug only now and then, mostly from laziness.
I probably should actually stop at stop signs and start in "1st." And if slowing down, I should shift down to "2nd" but I won't worry too much if I stay in 3rd.
I also agree w/Hotrod. GM kept these Stovebolts in production way beyond Ferd's introduction of the V-8 because they were so dang good and tough. Thus, the Stovebolt Page!!
1948 3/4-Ton 5-Window Flatbed Chevrolet 34 Years. Now with a '61 261, 848 head, Rochester Monojet carb, SM420 4-speed, 4.10 rear, dual reservoir MC, Bendix up front, 235/85R16 tires, 12-volt w/alternator, electric wipers and a modern radio in the glove box.