Greetings to all from the Midwest! About a year ago I had purchased a 53, 3600 from my employer. He was selling the company and needed to deal with it after having left it sitting in the barn since 1984. In about 1970 I had purchased a 53, 3100 with utility bed for $30 but the title turned out to be bad. I had always wanted another and was pleased when he accepted my offer of $2000. I was told it had been driven into the barn but I have not as yet been able to get it started. I retired April 1st. and so far the new owners have allowed me to store and work on it where it sits, about four blocks from my home. I have been curious about the engine. It appears to be an early 235 but wonder if it is an original babbit bearing model or a replacement. The block appears to be stamped 0061061F54Y with a raised casting of J133 to the left of the distributor. If anyone can offer and any insights it would be appreciated. I'd also like to thank the forum and its members for all the knowledge I've gleaned to this point and that I look forward to gleaning in the future. Jeff Meng aka: beenpickin
Last edited by Peggy M; 12/14/202311:23 PM. Reason: added more info to the title
Welcome to the 'bolt. That appears to be a nice solid truck. There is plenty of advice on how and what to do to start an engine that has been sitting for a bit.
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Welcome to the Stovebolt madness. There is no cure! Be sure to look through all the forums and ask your questions in the most appropriate forum. Your engine ID questions will be answered in the Engine Shop. We have a Tech Tip on starting long dormant engines.
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Thanks for the kind words. It hadn't occurred to me to do the serial number inquiries in the engine discussion (and I did just that.).
Yes, it is pretty solid but has some minor body issues. It was probably dinged moving it around the barn these many years. Fortunately the barn sits behind a custom sheet metal shop where I tig welded kitchen equipment for many years and where I remain in good standing. I have the use of shop equipment to some extent. And thanks for the invitation to KC. I had planned on heading out there to pickup a repro tailgate and bed parts. It looks like I will be able to kill two birds as they say. Thanks again, Jeff
It appears I spoke too soon and I've been asked to move it. I think I may have a couple weeks grace. Then it go's into a shop or to my sons property out of town. At least now I have spark.
Jeff Welcome to the garage. You will meet a lot of great folks here and are ready to help anyway they can. I grew up in Maplewood and live in mid Mo. now. Look for other Bolter’s in the St. Louis area. What area are you moving it from and where to. I may be able to help.
Also read up some in the Southern Bolter’s threads, there is going to be a gathering in Tennessee in a couple weeks. We will also start planning the KC Reunion next month.
Don
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
Welcome to the “Bolt”! Great looking truck and a really nice start for your project. See you around the garage!
Phil Moderator, The Engine Shop, Interiors and Project Journals
1952 Chevrolet 3100, Three on the Tree, 4:11 torque tube Updated to: ‘59 235 w/hydraulic lifters, 12v w/alternator, HEI, PCV and Power front Disc Brakes Project Journals Stovebolt Gallery Forum
