Evening all

Just joined the site as I am finally getting started on my 1949 Chevrolet 1ton single wheel pickup (3804)

I've got tons of experience working on vehicles (used to be in biz as well as raced cars for 15years and built experimental engines)so the nuts and bolts are no issue but will likely need some advise on "tricks of the breed".

Sure seems like the expertice here will be a huge help.

Truck is intended to be a "close to resto" with modifications to make it driving and use friendly but not outwardly visible.

Things like
- 12V
- Electric wipers
- Power steering
- Power boosted stock brakes
- 16" plain steel rims with modern tires.

As executive director of the Alberta Aviation Museum I want to keep it appearing and close to stock, but I want to be able to drive it regualrly.

The truck itself is in excellent shape, 81,000 original miles, no rust, few small dents, still on original tires, original interior except for headliner in good condition and most importantly it was my Grandfather's last new truck and was passed to me by my Uncle who recently passed away.

Look forward to being on the site

Tom