Hello.
Im a new member from south of Sweden, northern Europe.
Ive already read alot of post on this site.
Lots of good stuff and i have a lot to learn about GM-trucks.
I have always dreamt of having a US-truck but they arent affordable over here and a project car is normally like 10 grand. :big_eek:
Well i recently bought me a Chevy Stepside 3100 1953.
Its a project and have been sitting in a barn for 13 years.
This truck came over the pond to Sweden in 1977 but didnt get registered until 1996.
The previous owner (second or third owner) purchased this car late '90ies.
Immediately he did a big overhaul and put a Camaro drivetrain in the car.
Complete front end with a 305 TPI, trans 700r4 (?), rack and pinion, front and rear axle (with leafs) and disc/drum brakes incl. brake booster.
In 2003 the p.o. decided to take care of some rust in the lower parts of the cab. Also he had intentions to relocate the gas tank.
The project went to a stand still and for a couple years ago the p.o. passed away.
My plans is to fix the bad things paint it and change things that is bad rubber and seals, chrome parts etc. relocate the gas tank.
Right now the cab is off and totally striped down regarding glass and interior parts. The rust is cut out and new metal sheets is spot welded in place, hood and fenders is also off the car.
The rest off the car is rust free and all the parts seems to be there.
All the old parts motor, axels, steering parts is still with the car. Also the wooden bed but it is replaced with sheet metal, My plan is to put aluminum instead.
Sorry for my worse English.
/Tommy.
Last edited by Tomswede; 02/29/2016 12:16 PM.
