Hello Stovebolters!

I am new to both the forum and car repair... I bought a 1950 3800 a few weeks back with the intention of fixing it up with my kids. ( they Are still really young but never too young I figure)

I am less concerned about fixing the mechanical, but the bodywork is what is keeping me up nights. :) overall I would say she is pretty complete, but the usual trouble spots on a work truck like this; back fenders are beat, and the floor of the cab from the seat forward is shot.

I expect I will either track down new parts/panels, but welding/cutting/metalwork is not my thing.

Anyone else start in a similar predicament? I don't even know where to go to get help for things like this. Just trial and error, or save up and pay someone?

Thanks and I am grateful to have found you all!


first restoration under way! 1950 3800.