Ter:

You are absolutely correct.

All 1946 trucks had hand brakes. The three speeds were on the floor (as opposed to on the tree), and the brake lever bolted right onto the side of the transmissions.

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1946 Chevrolet 3600 - "Old Number Seven"

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