The Stovebolt Site Forums Welcome! Welcome Centre New guy, not so new truck

Hello folks at Stovebolt.com

Yesterday I purchased a 1946 Chevy 3500 near Kansas City and drove it home to Manhattan (put just over 100 miles on the odometer).

I didn't buy this truck because I am a collector, rather, I value these "antiques" that are built better than today's planned obsolescence products. I prefer the concept of buying one good vehicle and having it (potentially) for life, as opposed to trading up every couple of years. Additionally, I can tinker and work on this truck, as opposed to the modern variety.

Anyway, this truck is 37 years older than I am, but in better shape than most trucks that have been built since I was born. Quality gear equals less waste.

I look forward to delving into the Stovebolt forums and the help I'm sure I will find in helping me maintain this beautiful machine!

Cheers~

edit:
http://picasaweb.google.com/101814545170978707698/1946Chevy3500?feat=directlink

And I think the truck is actually a 3800...

Welcome Aboard, Well you have a very fine and nicely done original truck there, right down to the mirrors. You will have a lifetime of fun with your flatbed, not to mention that you can really put it to good use.
I restored my 46 pickup pickup to the point that it became to nice to haul with. Then I got very lucky finding this 53 factory stake truck which I use all the time.
Regards
Jim

That's a beauty! Welcome to Stovebolt!

Welcome to the 'bolt.
It looks like you've found yourself a 'keeper'.
I like your philosophy too,sounds like you'll fit right in here.
Jock

Thanks for the welcoming!