That looks like early to mid 60s pickup rear suspension. The original frame and leaf springs have been cut off forward of the rear axle. Looks a...
Looks like a 3/4 ton cab (based on the leading J in the door jamb tag) on a shortened 3/4 ton frame (based on 125 1/4" wheelbase frame was the...
I'm attempting to upload 1954 Chevy specs.
I'm going on GMC specs and I don't have '54 and first series '55 info, so take this as non-expert testimony. I assume that the Chevy and GMC...
What is the wheelbase?
The rear part of the frame is much farther apart on a 1/2 ton truck (46" ?) than a 3/4 ton truck (around 36"). Who knows if the cab is original...
Sorry, too new for my books or knowledge.
It would help if you gave the year and model of the truck. There is probably a casting number on the center section of the axle.
Then you'll need a new open driveshaft and a method to mount your new rear axle to the suspension of your truck that will not allow the rear axle...
Does your '54 currently have an open driveshaft?
I don't have either, but whoever might supply them will need to know six cylinder or V8.
Doesn't it make your truck drive on the wrong side of the road?
I just realized there is one flaw in the way you wired the jumper vs. the way I suggested with the diode. If you just pull the light switch to...
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