Hello all! First time posting here, I’ve been reading old posts on stovebolt for few years now. Love and can’t completely express how appreciative I’ve been of the plethora of knowledge within the forum! I check the swap met section and parts wanted section often, but have never been able to contact anyone, as I have never posted, finally made an account earlier this year, and now finally a post, in hopes to gain site privileges.. ðŸ™ðŸ¼
Anyhow, I purchased a ‘52 Chevy 3100 5 window (1/2 ton) from a guy on OfferUp in Aug of 2017.. it was on a poorly done Camaro clipped frame.. pretty much bought it based on the patina and how good of shape the body was in anyways, Set out and found a stock frame with a 261 on it. Cleaned and painted the frame. Got the engine running actually. Lowered the rear with 3” blocks, front end with 3” drop leaf packs, new steering components, dual master, new independent brake lines, cylinders, drums and shoes, transferred al the body over, painted all the inside of the cab and dash, wheel, etc etc.. wired it all, everything everything. I’ve picked up parts and pieces all along the way, at local swap meets, fleabay, market apps, CL.. you name it, I’ve met a ton of people! I can’t even fathom the amount of hours, or screen shots, I’ve spent and taken going thru the forums reading and researching information. I’ve almost Always found the answers here.
Thank you to everyone here past and present.. I’ve had my truck just over 4 years and it’s been on the road since Memorial Day ‘21.. here’s some pics to show you some of the journey. I’ve done some stupid stuff, hated it, loved it, taken breaks from i, and gone on benders working on it… lol! and I’ve learned a hell of a lot along the way. Cheers!
Mike
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1970 Chevrolet C10 Grandpa's -- My first truck -- In progress to shiny Follow the build in the Project Journal 1950 Chevrolet 1-Ton Dually "Ole Red Girl" In the Stovebolt Gallery More pictures here 1951 GMC 9430 1 ton dually--Shiny! | 1972 Chevrolet C20- Rusty- the puzzle box lid for the C10 | 1962 AMC Rambler American- my wife's Parts trucks- 1951 GMC 9300 | 1951-GMC 9430 | 1951- Chevrolet 1300
Kevin 1951 Chevy 3100 work truck Follow this saga in Project Journal Photos 1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car) Busting rust since the mid-60's If you're smart enough to take it apart, you darn well better be smart enough to put it back together.
Aw thank you guys! Planning to keep he outside the way it is, I’d used CLR a few years ago to take a lot of the surface rust off. I was only able to post 5 pics.. here’s a
Welcome to the Stovebolt madness. There is no cure!
Martin '62 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed (Restomod in progress) '47 Chevy 3100 5 Window (long term project) ‘65 Chevy Biscayne (Emily) ‘39 Dodge Business Coupe (Clarence) “I fought the law and the law won" now I are a retired one! Support those brave men/women who stand the "Thin Blue Line"! Hug a cop! USAF 1965-1969 Weather Observation Tech (I got paid to look at the clouds)
Now this is what our "hobby" is all about. In the end it will make you stand a little taller to know you did it. Congrats and keep on trucking brother.
First and foremost, welcome to the ‘bolt! I also have a ‘52 3100 and can really appreciate the amount of hours you spent on your restoration. I think I have spent as much on research than actual wrench time. This is an outstanding site for info and I too have found most of my answers here.
Your truck looks amazing! Keep up the good work and keep us informed!
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
posts like this give me inspiration as I am just starting my first ever vintage truck project. That is a super job you have done and I hope mine turns out half that good!
