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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!
Lots of work on Brad's part ... pure enjoyment (and references) for you!
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| | | | Joined: Mar 2001 Posts: 1,181 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2001 Posts: 1,181 | | | | | | 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 | Looks like you've got a real good start. The truck really doesn't look that bad, but neither did my panel till I pulled the stuff off then....UGH!!
Thanks for the pics and let us know if we can help. | | | | | Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 280 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 280 | its actually really good, all four fenders are going to be re-used and are in really good shape, all bed sides are good, but i bought a replacement original tailgate, The doors are solid but I need new vent window assy's and I need running boards..the ones I have are rusted chrome, I want painted ones. I plan to replace the fire wall with a 350 friendly one (mine has a lot of holes in it) and the forward half of the floor will be swapped its not too bad but why not...and inner forward cab corners will have to go. as well as outer rears other than that shes good!
*UNDER CONSTRUCTION* 1953 Chevrolet 3100 1/2 ton-previously abandoned resto. My Project BoltI hate when people leave their brains at home. Seriously when did critical thinking and customer service go out the window? How about common sense and striving to go the extra mile? Idiots, surrounded by idiots it tell you.
| | | | | Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 4,215 Moderator | | Moderator Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 4,215 | Welcome Walter. Hope you don't discover any more unpleasant surprises. Good luck.
Leo | | | | | Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 137 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 137 | Welcome to Stovebolt. A nice looking truck there. | | | | | Joined: Nov 2010 Posts: 54 New Guy | | New Guy Joined: Nov 2010 Posts: 54 | Hello and welcome Walter, Very nice project! Keep the progress pictures coming!
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Who owns all those other old cars in your pictures? Are those yours too? | | | | | Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 695 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 695 | Hi Walter and welcome to the bolt. Would you believe I have a couple of pictures of your truck? When my wife went to her job orientation in Temple, TX for VA clinic nurse, hubby snooped around the salvage yards and ran across the one where you bought your ride. I walked all around the yard with my camera and shot a collection. When I saw your pictures, did a double take and I had to check... SWEET!  Picture 1 Picture 2 Good luck and have fun with the project. You came to the right place for info and great friendships! Jerry | | | | | Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 695 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 695 | Welcome to the Bolt!
Who owns all those other old cars in your pictures? Are those yours too? Rich, here is a link to the yard's website (the place is near Belton, Tx). It was a pretty cool place to visit and they were nice to let be browse all around and take pictures. Jerry | | | | | Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 280 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 280 | Hey Rich,
Those are not my projects and as hellomrwilson said It is a cool antique yard in belton tx. They have a few names I know them as Little Valley Auto Ranch. Dan (the owner) is very nice. I spent the day down there at his swap meet he throws 3 times a year. After which he invited me and my friend to dinner with him and a group of vendors from the meet. He is a quality guy with lots of projects at different stages, not to mention he has LOTS of parts!
*UNDER CONSTRUCTION* 1953 Chevrolet 3100 1/2 ton-previously abandoned resto. My Project BoltI hate when people leave their brains at home. Seriously when did critical thinking and customer service go out the window? How about common sense and striving to go the extra mile? Idiots, surrounded by idiots it tell you.
| | | | | Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 280 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 280 | Hey hellowmrwilson
Thats crazy eh? how weird is that. its funny really. yep thats my truck and shes undergoing some extensive surgery before she will be out on the road again! He had it listed for 2350 and we agreed on 1900 and I happily trailer-ed her home. I will be sure to keep the pix coming as they are generated
*UNDER CONSTRUCTION* 1953 Chevrolet 3100 1/2 ton-previously abandoned resto. My Project BoltI hate when people leave their brains at home. Seriously when did critical thinking and customer service go out the window? How about common sense and striving to go the extra mile? Idiots, surrounded by idiots it tell you.
| | | | | Joined: Jul 2010 Posts: 68 Smokey 56 | | Smokey 56 Joined: Jul 2010 Posts: 68 | Welcome and keep on restoring those trucks! Flipping or whatever you call it! Another one saved from the crusher!
Dan and Melina from MN. 1956 Chevy/GMC custom 1 Ton dually step side short box.
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) This truck was a started resto and I have discovered a few things like a 12 bolt rear from a 67-72 chevy truck, shoty fiberglass cab corner repairs, almost some bucket seats and lots of bondo. Needless to say I am undoing alot before i can do anything. my goal is to end up with a modern and sweet daily driver with mods and updates that will last long enough for my son to enjoy (in 16 years!)....and happily another TX member.
