Is this the hole? Mine has an insert with a chromed rim. Like others have said, must have been the cigarette lighter hole. I'm guessing there might have been a cap on it w/o the chrome insert if original owner didn't pay for the $2.20 option (1948).
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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.