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Here is my new project, trying to keep original as possible, so I will need as much info as I can get from you knowledgeable guys.
This, to the best of my info, is a 1936 Chev Maple Leaf assembled in Australia by Holden.

Wheelbase approx 155 inches
Tyres 700 x 20
Gross Vehicle Weight 12500 lbs (approx 5.5 Ton)
Chassis Weight 3808 lbs (approx 2.5 Ton)
Should make it about a 3 Tonner ???
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On the HOLDENS ID Plate
Body No 89
Model Chev. Cab.
Series Full Door
Job No -
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On the plate below the HOLDENS

GLD BRL B4
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Any info regarding what places to look for parts etc greatly appreciated.

Had what I'd call "Farm Repairs" over the years, if it got loose it got welded, including the stainless Grille surrounds.

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Welcome Billy, I'm no expert but I thought that the Maple Leaf trucks were all assembled here in Canada, but I guess I was wrong. I keep learning stuff all the time. I also thought the heaviest Maple Leafs were 3 ton trucks.

Put an ad in the swap meet, see what is available from fellow bolters. There are a few in Aussie land here, not sure what they have.

Glad to see you want to keep her close to original, my thoughts too.

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Originally Posted by 1953 panel
Welcome Billy, I'm no expert but I thought that the Maple Leaf trucks were all assembled here in Canada, but I guess I was wrong. I keep learning stuff all the time. I also thought the heaviest Maple Leafs were 3 ton trucks.

Put an ad in the swap meet, see what is available from fellow bolters. There are a few in Aussie land here, not sure what they have.

Glad to see you want to keep her close to original, my thoughts too.

Leo
Yes had some contact from Tara & Lee from Alberta (Stovebolters) who ID'd it as a 1937 .
Yes Holden (which became GMH -General Motors Holden) assembled Chevs, Buicks, Oldsmobile's and Chev & Bedford Utes, Trucks.
They were imported as basic Chassis and then Holden configured a cab to suit (from what I can gather).
I believe they , Holden, used the same cab on Bedfords and possibly others in that era.
Anyway, I am trying to collate what I can, so maybe some Bolters in Oz can help.
Thanks.

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That is definitely a '37. And looks like a great project for you! Keep the pictures coming as you progress. Best of luck. smile


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Yep definately a '37!

I too believed that all Maple Leaf trucks were made in Canada... you should ask 3B to be sure... he has several of them!

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