I decided to check the manual for 48 to 51 and the control is configured as you said on your 49. My handles open the door when you push them forward. I'm assuming that on later models you pull the handle towards you (or towards the rear) to open the door. My owner's manual shows that on the 47 you pull towards you to lock the door and push forward to open the door. http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/shop/1948_51truck/51ctsm0112.htm

Last edited by Rusty Shackleford; 10/23/2009 7:29 PM.

It's a small world, but I wouldn't want to paint it.