I had a chance to do some research on my truck and here are some of the details I have come up with:
Advanced Design Truck Identification
1952 Chevy 5100 Utility 2 Ton, Cab Over Engine (COE) Truck
VIN: 5214VP11112
The following information determined from the VIN
52 = 1952 build year
14 = Assembly Plant Baltimore, MD
VP = Model/Series/Wheel-base 5100/VP/110
11112 = Plant Production Number first truck built at a given plant received the number 001001
Details:
Engine: 235 later models
Rear Axle Gear Ratio: 2 speed
High 6.13 to 1
Low 8.10 to 1
Transmission: 4 speed Manual
Type: Selective Synchromesh — second, third, fourth
Speeds: four forward — one reverse
Gears: spur — first and reverse Helical — second, third and fourth
Gear Ratio: First 7.06 to 1; Second 3.58 to 1; Third 1.71 to 1, Fourth Direct, Reverse 6.78 to 1
Tires: 8.25-20-10
Weight: 2 Ton Utility
GVW: 14,000 — 16,000
Wheel Base: 110 inches
Electric System: 12 VDC Generator
Previous Life: Wrecker/Tow Truck in accordance with paperwork from seller
~ Paul
