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1941 Chevy 3/4-ton with 4spd


:::Goal:::
Restore the family truck to bring back to its farm truck condition. Keep as much original while also learning and doing as much as possible myself (with the help of all of you! grin ).


:::History:::
Dad bought from original owner in 70's, was stored inside while he owned it. In the late 70's - early 80's the barn was torn down so they drove the truck up near some grain bins where it was parked outside from then to early 2023. They towed it to the resting place inside.

Believe we still have the title, hunting for that.


:::Plan:::
This coming spring I plan to haul it back to my place from ND to ID.


:::My Experience:::
I am a sign maker by trade, in my 30's with a lot of free time on weekends. About to be no free time anytime once I have this thing.
I have wanted to start this since first time I saw the truck 10+ years ago but never felt comfortable as my mechanic skills have all been acquired within the last 3-4years.

In this age of vehicle I have none. I have mechanical experience; all self taught on 90's EJ engines and motorcycles so we aren't way out in the weeds.
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Welcome to the ‘Bolt! Nice start on your project and I love that it’s part of your family history. It looks like you do have the talent to restore your truck with a little help from our ‘Bolters. What you don’t know, you’ll learn along the way like many of us on this forum.

Good luck with your build, and I’ll be following!
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Great project with family ties. Good luck and remember we are here to help.


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Looks like you have a great project. I would suggest taking lots of pictures as you disassemble. My pictures are from 20+ years ago, but have been very helpful as I start putting my truck back together. One thing I didn't do that I should have was to label zip lock baggies to store small parts. I just threw my nuts and bolts in a few plastic bins and now I have to search for what fits and where. Looking back labeling would be saving me time and assurance that I'm using the correct parts.

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