This thread got my interest as I don't recall these braces on my '42. I don't have them and there is no upper hole to place one. Perhaps this is a post war variation?
Kent


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1942 Chevy 1/2 ton
1947 Diamond T Model 509
1951 Chevy 1/2 ton
1950 Chevy COE Model 5700 ~ "Barney" ~ And more pix