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Apr 26th, 2026 | | AD Chevy Trucks  Over 6,000 pictures Brad Allen has an awesome collection of Chevrolet factory pictures that he has set up from film strips. Check them out!
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| | | | Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 208 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 208 | http://www.flickr.com/photos/71138077@N00/sets/72157624815296278 I have made some progress on my 1.5 ton. I have replaced the front and rear axle with hydraulic brakes. The front end is from a 1950 and the rear is from a 1/2 ton 1972 four wheel drive. I used springs that was on it so I suppose it would still be a 1.5 ton, though I'm not sure. I found a GMC 235 with a four speed transmission attached so I have that installed. The local welding shop is working on my drive-shaft, it needed a little work before it would fit. It is surprising how well the parts fit together. The engine and transmission fit right in, without modifying anything. The front and rear motor mounts were spaced perfect. The rear end fit right into place. The rear end set right into place as well. I still need to run the brake and fuel lines, finish the wiring, build a bed and floor board then do the upholstery. I haven't decided what color to paint it yet. It was dark blue, but my family wants me to paint it black. Here is what it looks like so far: http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5170/5207826019_117cd6f593_b.jpg
Last edited by Bart; 11/26/2010 5:48 AM.
| | | | | Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 320 Cruising in the Passing Lane | | Cruising in the Passing Lane Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 320 | Looks like your doing a bang up job Bart, making all those part fit. You must feel pretty good about that.
I kinda think I would like blue better too.
| | | | | Joined: Dec 2001 Posts: 14,522 Moderator: Welcome Centre, Southern Bolters, Legion Hall | | Moderator: Welcome Centre, Southern Bolters, Legion Hall Joined: Dec 2001 Posts: 14,522 | I love that style Bart. Nice job. I think it will be a cool driver with the running gear you put under it. Thanks for saving another piece of Americana! | | | | | Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 208 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 208 | I had never built a flat bed before. I guess it turned out ok: http://www.flickr.com/photos/71138077@N00/5483728502/sizes/l/in/photostream/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/71138077@N00/5483728482/in/photostream/
Last edited by Bart; 02/28/2011 4:27 PM.
| | | | | Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 2,201 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 2,201 | Nice! looks like the kids like it too. | | | | | Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 320 Cruising in the Passing Lane | | Cruising in the Passing Lane Joined: Feb 2008 Posts: 320 | From what I've seen on some old trucks still working for thier keep, your bed is fine. I personally would want some steel or aluminum framing around the outside, but hey.. thats just me. Given the pile you drug home, I think you've made outstanding progress. | | |
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