Rovertech Looks like your in on "big metal toys" once done a 59 napco 4x4 ag spray truck similar to that tough truck !! Good Luck,don't let that engine overheat!!
Working on setting a time to go grab it this week. I will upload more photos to the picture link. If anyone has any specific photos or information wanted, please let me know and I will get it for you.
Rovertech As was said it is hard to help you without actually seeing the truck. At over 12,000$ I hope your tin ware is all straight and rust free. Buying body work services are expensive,slow,can be sloppy,and are often very disappointing. What's done is done so burn into what you have. My main consideration is a drivers door that fits the hole closes easily and securely don't have to slam it hard every time you get in !! I spent big bucks that sorry door wasn't right ... anyway hope you have good fortune with your truck.
Rovertech As was said it is hard to help you without actually seeing the truck. At over 12,000$ I hope your tin ware is all straight and rust free. Buying body work services are expensive,slow,can be sloppy,and are often very disappointing. What's done is done so burn into what you have. My main consideration is a drivers door that fits the hole closes easily and securely don't have to slam it hard every time you get in !! I spent big bucks that sorry door wasn't right ... anyway hope you have good fortune with your truck.
I checked both doors before bidding, they seemed to operate properly and latched great!
Hope having the Flickr link in your profile will help with the questions people are asking.
~ Peggy M 1949 Chevrolet 3804 "Charlie" - The Stovebolt Flagship In the Gallery || In the Gallery Forum "I didn't see this one coming. I don't see much of anything coming. :-O"
She has made her way home and into her private quarters!
I added some photos and will continue to take more. Im just trying to figure out what I have to start with.
I took the seat cover off and it seems part of the original interior is still there. It’s in pretty bad shape, but maybe a starting point for coloring or style. I also found what looks like the original jack behind the seat. Can anyone clarify if the “Realistic” brand radio is original? It also came with another instrument cluster.
Before you get up on that bouncy diving board and take the plunge, take a little beginning read in Frequently Asked Questions
Down about mid page is a small "essential" fact that is encouraged as "first read" material. Hint - look for "How do I start a restoration? "
Very good beginning advice.
Others will be along soon to help and share in your/our madness!
Dan
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Congrats on getting her home, now the fun begins. Once you get into it and under it you'll be able to tell more about the truck s history. Just from the pictures the engine appears to be the most modified part of the project.
Spend some time and clean things up and you will have a better idea of what is original to the truck and what was added later. Record any numbers you find and share them with the site, a lot can be learned from what find
Still a great find, like D.B. said I'm jealous too
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
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Realistic was a brand name for some Radio Shack products. I had a Realistic FM tuner as part of my stereo system around 1970.
'57 GMC 102, Original 347 V8, HydraMatic, 3.08 rear gear, added A/C, disk front brakes, HEI, AFB carb, '98 Honda Black Currant paint. T-boned and totaled 10/12 '52 GMC 152 Stake Bed, Original 228, SM420, added A/C, HEI, disk front brakes, '67 Chev 3.55 rear gear. Gets used as a real truck.
If you have some questions about the radio, Fred Nixon is the go-to for any of those questions. Fred's got his spot in The Radio Bench forum.
Looking forward to seeing more about your Task Force. Be sure to post questions in the right forum. It'll help you get the best answers (sometimes multiple answers ) to any questions. Breeze down the list and see what's what.
~ Peggy M 1949 Chevrolet 3804 "Charlie" - The Stovebolt Flagship In the Gallery || In the Gallery Forum "I didn't see this one coming. I don't see much of anything coming. :-O"
There's a flat spot right in front of the passenger side head on the dock that will have the engine code stamped in it...that will tell us exactly what engine you have.
The original jack is a screw bottle jack that is held into a bracket via a long coil spring. It's located right behind the driver's seat.
Rovertech Well it looks like your off to a good start,most stuff is there should be running shortly,once you get so you can get to the gas station you'll be on your way !! Out of about 30 AD trucks in 50 years I always had my best energy when they were driveable. Don't mind being apart for service but don't want to lose sight of the end of the tunnel ! I guess those Mickeys would be OK cleaned up.
Looks like it has a 327ci under the hood. Engine code is V1129YK. Cross referenced another post and it seems to be a late 60s motor. I was kind of hoping to have original motor, but judging by the modifications on the intake, not surprised.
I`d yoink that motor out and go through it and decide whether to put in a 283. I like the 327 but nothing wrong with a 283. Clean the tank or put in filters. There are some great plug and play rewire kits out there. Not that hard.
Rovertech Nothing wrong with a 327,is just a stroked 302 more torque, all the supply places can help jegs,summit,speedy bill,it will be listed right after 350 the most commonly rodded engine out there. Hope it's a forged crank version probably will be.
Got a few hours with the truck this afternoon. Got her stabilized on jack stands so I can get to the brakes and undercarriage.
Removed the floor liner to find moisture trapped underneath the underlayment, removed what I could by hand to let it dry out and mitigate any further rust. Installed a battery and checked controls/gauges: Gas gauge,amps,oil work. Wipers work, but motor loud. Fan works inside as well as turn signals although they are touchy. Headlights on one side work, Highbeams work as well as tailights Turned motor over by hand and lubricated cylinder walls with oil. Could hear the compression while turning. Attempted to turn over with ignition, cranks but no fire yet. Ran out of time and will check spark and attempt to pour fuel in carb for next fire
No fluid in master cylinder and didnt get wheels off to inspect further.
Just a reminder note that as you get into each different area of your truck, it is best to post on that particular topic (by itself) in the corresponding Tech forum.
You have already done so on the "floor rust" topic (good on you for doing that) by posting in the Paint and Body Shop . Definitely a plus to do the same for your other discussion topics/questions so your conversations don't get jumbled up.
If you want to keep folks up with how your work is progressing in general, you can also post a note here What did you get done... .
Glad to see you are able to actively work on your truck and thanks for sharing!
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Rovertech, did your truck sell? We can edit your signature line ...
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~ Peggy M 1949 Chevrolet 3804 "Charlie" - The Stovebolt Flagship In the Gallery || In the Gallery Forum "I didn't see this one coming. I don't see much of anything coming. :-O"
