Anybody know a source for new connecting rod bolts ? I need two for my 62 model 261. My old Gm parts catalog lists the same bolts for 235 & 261...
JB59 ,There were two different heaters available in these trucks .One style had a single knob in the dash for control. The "deluxe" model had a...
I would like to put a 54 model 235 in my 57 panel . The 54 engine does not have the places for the motor mount brackets to bolt up . However,...
I've thought that GM made only two lengths in 55-59 panel trucks . Now I wonder if there were three . My "new" one is longer than the ones I've...
I have a chance to buy a very solid, rust-free 57 panel from a friend.It is a long wheelbase model with 8 lug wheels . I have used camaro & nova...
I remember looking at drawings of panel truck & suburban bodies with dimensions , but cannot find them again . Any know how to find them ? Thanks
Is the difference in length in a short wheelbase panel & a long wheelbase panel truck in the middle of the body , between the door & the rear...
RE: Penetrant I found that my oil pan was full of water . It appears the water had just recently gotten in . Possibly just before I bought the...
Chevrolet didn't screw up any tailgates at the factory with reflectors , did they ? I've bad-mouthed a lot of previous owners over the years when...
I tried for several days to get the engine in my "new" 54 truck unstuck. I finally decided to pull the head & see inside. The cylinder bores &...
I need a hinge for my 54 glovebox lid . email-thomc1957@yahoo.com
I know about the holes that need to be drilled in a 235 head when using it on a 261 engine . When rebiulding a 235 & reusing a 235 head on it ,...
[updated:LAST EDITED ON Oct-01-05 AT 04:28 PM (CST)]At the risk of jinxing the deal , it looks like I'm finally going to get the 54 on Monday...
I hope I didn't post too soon . I was planning on picking up the truck today , Sept 22 . The seller failed to return my calls . I will drive to...
I'm back after several months being away . I bought a 54 std cab truck . I plan to use a 54 model 235 engine that I have in it as the original is...
Can anyone tell me how to tell 54-55 taillites & 55-59 taillites apart ? I have two & would like to replace the lenses but am not sure which I...
I have some plain smooth chrome valve covers I want to dress up a little.They are on a Cadillac engine.I would like to put emblems made to stick...
Anyone have a 55-59 Chevy truck with an accessory clock? Did Chevrolet even offer one in 55-59 model trucks? I dont remember ever seeing one. I...
To see what a "swampcooler" is go to Ebay motors in the classic car parts section & checkout item # 2487029482. My cooler is identical to that...
Tim,Yeah I know the swampcooler attracts attention. I had it on a 57 panel truck I used to have.A lot of people ask what the heck is that thing on...
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