10-4, All of the bumpers are indeed the same on the '47-'53 COE's, & conventionals. The '54 model front bumpers have less of a curvature to them. The fenders of the 450, & 470 COE do indeed set out past the bumper, as in this photo, http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2454689440052570246GbOcVk


Spanky Hardy
Collector Of Fine Old G.M. COE Trucks & Antique Holmes Wreckers

1948 Chevrolet 5700 COE Holmes HD W35 Wrecker
In the Stovebolt Gallery
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1950 GMC 250 1-Ton
In the Stovebolt Gallery