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Updates on the '38..
#1451047 05/08/2022 6:54 PM
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Just want to thank y'all for the input.. Here are some pics of whats going on. I will add another post with more.
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'38 1.5ton; "The stuff is as tough as woodpecker lips"
Re: Updates on the '38..
38_1.5Ton #1451048 05/08/2022 6:59 PM
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Some details.. as y'all know, wanted to go faster than 45mph safely..
- removed 216, added 292 after some fabrication for size (longer), 4bbl carter per this forum.
- added nv4500 5 speed
- added dana60 rear
- added solid floor also to fit trans
- replaced rims and wheels with 19.5" and radials,
- converting to 12v
- keeping original ;paint
- repaired pin holes in roof - was fire truck at one time, must have had sirens and lights.
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'38 1.5ton; "The stuff is as tough as woodpecker lips"
Re: Updates on the '38..
38_1.5Ton #1451086 05/09/2022 2:17 AM
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Looks good!

Ed

'37 GMC T-18 w/ DD 4-53T, RTO-610, 6231 aux., '95 GMC running gear, full disc brakes, power steering, 22.5 wheels and tires.
'47 GMC 1 ton w/ 302, NP-540, 4wd, full width Blazer front axle.
'54 GMC 630 w/ 503 gasser, 5 speed, ex fire truck, shortened WB 4', install 8' bed.
'55 GMC 370 w/270, 420 4 speed, grain, dump bed truck from ND. Works OK.
Re: Updates on the '38..
38_1.5Ton #1451268 05/10/2022 10:51 PM
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Thanks. smile

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