Originally Posted by kootenayguy
Hello...Just joined this site...wow , is there alot of info on this site...Picked up a '51 1/2 ton shorty this spring...Got it running after 20+ years of sitting...in the shop for the winter doing some usual bodywork first ..driver's floor and some inner/outer cowl work...Have bought some replacement panels from Billstruckshop in Ontario and I know about Scott's super trucks in Penhold Alta. as well as Ace of speed in High river...just wondering if there is any others that i haven't heard about for used/new parts?...Not going to make her a show truck...just planning on getting her roadworthy and plan on sealing the original patina eventually...Ed...will post a pic of truck when i get a chance smile

Lordco had brake cylinders off the shelf for my 1 ton, KMS Tools, The Old Car Centre.
Super55 has great suggestions also that I’ve used.


1950 Chevrolet model 1434 5-Window Canadian manufactured 1-Ton with Dump Bed / Hoist
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