We really like the 1954 3604 5 window that we brought home. It needs some TLC for sure but is fairly complete. Every time I look at replacement parts, I find that the 3/4 ton pickup parts are more expensive and often not available. I am keeping my eyes open for a 54 1/2 ton as a father/daughter project as a result and not getting too excited about the 3/4 ton for now..
What is the secret to finding replacement parts for 3/4 ton reasonably priced?
Thanks for the help, I enjoy reading this forum..
I restored a 1949 3600. a friend restored a 53 3600. I found (like you) that the 3/4 tons are a little more expensive, and take a little more looking to find parts.
Napa had all the brake parts I needed. Bowtie Bits in Wichita, Chevs of the 40s and Jim Carters had most if not all of the strange 3/4 ton only parts. Tom Myers truck parts in Miami Ok is a salvage yard of nothing but art deco's, AD's, and TF trucks. He had the split rims I was looking for.
I think the 3/4 ton would be a good project. Plus, I think they are a little more rare, you either see 1/2 ton trucks, or the big bolt grain type trucks.
The 3/4 ton's are sharp especially the 5 window.
I would stick with your 3/4 ton.
