The Stovebolt Site Forums The Shop Area General Truck Talk Help with a 46' Chevy Pickup

I just came into the possession of a 46' chevy pickup. It was my uncle's and was left to me after he passed away. He was in the midst of fixin it up and putting it together but never got a chance to really getting to work on it. I have most of the parts im going to need but I need some helpful advice and guidence. So I have a few questions:

1. I'm tryin to get the v-8 small block he bought into it but I understand that it's gonna take some finesse. what am I going to need to do? New engine mounts?
2. Any good websites for 46' parts or how-to guides?

I'll be posting more questions later as I come across issues. Thank you.

There are some great websites....this is the best but for parts you should look at....Bowtie Bits Antique parts; Chevs of the 40's;Jim Carter Truck Parts and for bed parts try Mar-k.com.

Have fun fixing up your Uncle's truck
Craig
46trucker

try brads 41-46 web site also ebay

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Brad's '41-'46 chevys [trucks]

The Filling Station is also a good source for parts for that era.
Putting in a v-8 in one of those takes a lot of modifying & fabrication. I don't know what your expertise is or how far along he was. If the chassis hasn't been modified yet I would think about going back to an original type Stovebo;t engine & trans.

I probably would have done that, but his idiot son stole (it) and sold it without telling him. so he had bought the v-8 and the new transmission for it when he passed. so thats what i'm going to have to use.

46Greg,

You can pick up an original 216 or high pressure 236 in the classifieds area here for pretty cheap!

Hi... close only mine was a GMC titled as a 1947 (long story) when I bought it, but found the serial number on the frame and it was a 1945 GMC with a 228.



Check out the production done a year ago.



I used Jim Carter the most for parts. The truck came with a ton of extra parts and I sold what I didn't need for more than the original deal. Then I sold the truck also. Most money I ever made. Reason for selling? The truck gear ratio will never allow it to go faster than 50 downhill, with a wind at your back. Replacing the gears is pricey... enclosed drive shaft so once you do this, then the domino effect happens. Rear end, tranny, motor. Money.... just to go faster than 50. It did finance my next project.

Ask away if you need advice on how to finish..... the bodies are near twins, but the motors would not be.

I'm glad your in possession of a classic American made truck from the '40's. Unless you have a ton of money to throw into this project by incorporating a V8 engine and all it's related custom drive train accessories and custom mounts etc, then good for you and your effort. However, I would suggest that you remain very conservative and find the engine of the period for your '46. It would be a much easier restoration and I believe end up becoming more valuable from a historic view point. Just my opinion....

Feel free to look through my web page as well. I restored mine as original but you may find it of interest as well. As you move forward with your restoration, don't hesitate to drop me a note with any questions or if you are in need of photos.

www.46chevytruck.com

Tim

I guess you have to ask yourself what is your ultimate goal? Do you want to keep it original or street rod it? You can check sites like chassis engineering for motor mount kits, trans kits, rear end kits etc. If you drop a V8 in her I would suggest boxing at least the front of the frame for support. I have two projects both 46's one I'm street rodding and the other is all original. The one thats original is fun to drive and cool but needs some TLC. If you have the rescources to do the work yourself makes a difference compared to paying someone to weld and fabricate. Things to ponder. Here's a picture of the frame I've been working on. I need to take some more I'm a little further along. But I took two engine stands and made a rotesserie to ease the work. I have welded up holes in the frame that won't be used, boxed frame rails and getting ready to install mustang 2 suspension. I'm using Por 15 on the frame. Theres a lot of welding and grinding going on. Geez I'm long winded. Here's a pic.

Frame

Check out American Classic Truck Parts web site. Was helpfull for me.

http://www.americanclassic.com/

Trey

if ANY ONE KNOW'S WHERE I MIGHT GET SOME INFO,ON PUTTING A SMALL BLOCK IN MY TRUCK, LET ME KNOW, THANK YOU. I DO NOT WANT TO SUB FRAM. PEOPLE DO THIS EXCHANGE, WITH OUT CUTTING UP THE FRAIM.

You'll find info on installing a small block and many other mods in the Hi-Po section of this board.

i have 262 v6 w 350 turbo Transmission in my 41’ Chevy. Great engine, reliable w good gas mileage.