Josh?
Here are a few answers and opinions about 54/55 Chevy options:
1. "The bombay ivory grille of the 55.1 standard cabs though, I really don't like."
-> The 55-1st grill was supposedly white with black inner bars (looks better than all white, I think).
2. "Now, on a full chrome trim truck, was it possible or not to have the standard paint scheme, in other words, black running boards, black wheels, etc?"
-> Yes. The RPO 393 Chrome Equipment option could be ordered on a 3-window or 5-window cab, and could be ordered with standard paint job (black wheels and running boards).
3. "Another question is for anyone out there that has installed, and is using a unison type seat. I recently had a complete unit given to me. How do you like the seat? It is a rare and desirable option, I know, but is it comfortable?"
-> I will be putting a set in my '54 1/2 ton Hydra-Matic. My guess is that it is more comfortable, because it was standard on on some of the larger models. Let's see if Greg Hill responds to this one.
4. "From what I have seen, interior and exterior mirrors, regardless of trim package were painted. Is this correct?"
-> Exterior mirrors were painted black and the standard mirror(s) were 5" round. The mirror arms were also black. Let me know if you are interested in a source of matching 5" round mirrors with ribs on the back - one flat glass and one convex glass (about $25, delivered).
-> Interior mirrors: I do not know if a stainless and a painted "standard" mirror was available; a day/night accessory mirror with stainless back was available.
I'd like to see your truck someday but that is not likely, with a continent between us.
Tim
