Well I recently bought a '55 3/4 ton Long Bed, with the original 235 in it, and a 4 sp floor shift.
Short Backstory - In 1976 I bought a '55 1/2 ton wide window with a V8. Oil was chocolate milk after getting it home, so I rebuilt the motor. Did all the body work one panel at a time. Had it for a couple of years, and traded some construction work for a paint job. Paint guy called and said to bring the truck in the next week. Picked it up on a Friday, awesome looking candy apple red. Drove 8 minutes to the store, parked in the far corner of the lot and went inside. Standing in line I heard sirens. Walked outside and there was a lot of black smoke near where I parked. I sure hope that soot doesn't get on my new paint, I thought. Then I realized it was my truck on fire. An elderly lady had a medical event, stepped on the gas and t-boned my truck @ 35mph, both vehicles caught fire. Oh well, I guess I can buy another one. Well 46 years later I did.
Been lurking around here for a while; always amazed at the immense amount of knowledge here. I'll probably have a few questions for you all.
Thanks,
Last edited by John Milliman; 12/22/20248:54 PM.
Geoff
1955 2nd Series 3600 235 cid, 4 sp. - Current 1979 Chevy K10 350 cid 4 sp -Sold 1955 2nd Series Wide Window 283 cid 3 sp - Totaled
Sad to hear the story of your first truck, but very glad to see your new ride. Looking forward to hearing and seeing more on your new truck and look forward to seeing you in the forums!
~ 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)
You carefully park where you'll get no door dings and then the biggest door ding happens anyway. Hope the elderly lady was OK. You are correct - lots of knowledge here and everyone ready to help. Welcome!
~ John in Utah 1946 1/2Ton w/4-speed manual transmission w/1960 235 engine Here We Go Follow in his DITY Bay
- If you think about it, it has been one year ago today!
Man, that was a long dry spell of not owning a Stovebolt. Sad story about your first one. Glad that you're back in the fold.
Welcome.
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.
Ron - - Dusty53 1954 Chevy 3604 In the Gallery Forum "You can't dance with the Devil and then wonder why you're still in Hell." "They will forget what you've said, and they will forget what you have done but they will never forget the way you made them feel."
Welcome to the ‘Bolt! What a happened to your first ‘Bolt was quite the tragedy, but now you have a beautiful truck!
Let me give you this helpful guide to help you navigate thru the different forums in Stovebolt.
Again welcome to the ‘Bolt!
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
As for my second, 2nd Series '55 - I'm the third owner. I purchased from the second owner who's family owned it since new. It's pretty much all original, with about 56,000 miles. 3/4 ton, 4 sp, 235; which all appear to be original according to serial numbers. New carburator, by Riley's Rebuilds, a 19 girl in Florida. Starts right up, runs well. Truck was repainted about 15 years ago, and stored inside. It's not in concourse condition, but very good condition, everything works. Front crank seal/timing cover is a bit of a gusher; so I'll need to take care of that. I need to go through the brakes completely, they work but.... I plan to keep it it's original/present condition; except I'll get rid of the split rims and put new OEM style wheels and tires on. Thinking about an Gear Vendors over drive; has 4.57 differential gears, so limited to about 50mph right now. Lot's of work to do!
Geoff
1955 2nd Series 3600 235 cid, 4 sp. - Current 1979 Chevy K10 350 cid 4 sp -Sold 1955 2nd Series Wide Window 283 cid 3 sp - Totaled
Geoff -- What George says goes around here. I was about ready to run you off but .... well ... Welcome aboard!!
Beautiful truck! We're looking forward to having you join the discussions and share what you've learned.
Glad to have you!
John
~ John
"We are not now that strength which in old days Moved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are"
1948 International Farmall Super A 1949 Chevrolet 3804 In the Legacy Gallery | In the Gallery Forum 1973 IH 1310 Dump 2001 International/AmTran RE3000 "Skoolie" 2014 Ford E-350 4x4 (Quigley)
Welcome to Stovebolt. Looking forward to watching you get that wreck of a truck back to pristine status. I never thought I would like orange, but you changed me over. Great looking truck, and I’m happy your truckless days are behind you.
My truck is also the original Omaha Orange. Definitely stands out. Did you fine a paint code for the Bombay Ivory? Trim color codes are hard to come by.
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.
My truck is also the original Omaha Orange. Definitely stands out. Did you fine a paint code for the Bombay Ivory? Trim color codes are hard to come by.
I don't have the paint color code. Owner I bought it from had it repainted OEM colors, not sure how he matched it, or how close it is to factory color.
Geoff
1955 2nd Series 3600 235 cid, 4 sp. - Current 1979 Chevy K10 350 cid 4 sp -Sold 1955 2nd Series Wide Window 283 cid 3 sp - Totaled
but .... well ... Welcome aboard!!