Thanks for the compliment LaTroca but it still looks bad, wrong color. The paint went on fine and flowed out very well but NAPA mixed the wrong...
Check the how to techs by Old Chevy he describes everything. If memory serves me the trim is installed first on the rubber and then put on last is...
Interior paint Well I have had a little time so I fit the new steering column, master cylinder and wiper brackets. In an effort to move forward I...
It's my understanding that the prototypes were white and were used for promotion at some dealerships. Mike
Evan that is what makes you the boss. If they knew what you know they wouldn't need you. Us older folks need to enlist the help of the next...
What else is in the drive train? do you have a better top end? Mike
Nice looking truck. If the transmission is operating well I would only look at a gear swap for the rear end. If you only need to stop the leak...
Thanks Zig, about all I have time for now is internet searching for parts. I had to cover it in canvas to keep the saw dust out push it in the...
She looks great how long have you been working on her Mike
Thanks for the advise Evan, I did pretty much as you described. The doors fit in the hole but needed work to fit well. I used new hinges and that...
Lots of time Well the new doors arrived. I was very excited to put them on and see if they fit any better than the old doors. No such luck! They...
Seat frame wanted I am looking for a seat frame if anyone has one. Any condition will do as long as it's complete. Mike
missing picture This is the big problem. I thought I had this picture in the last post. Thanks for the encouragement Zig. Mike
door alignment After much thought I have ordered two aftermarket doors. When they arrive we'll see if they fit any better. If they don't fit...
Thanks Steve. looks can be deceiving I spent a fair amount of time 8 hours swapping a fairly good door shell from a 47/50 to a 51 with bottom...
Thanks Evin, it has been a fun project. Nate I understand your concern about the fuel spills, expansion etc. I was just trying to do something...
As you all can see from past posts I guess I am building a new truck that looks similar to the 1951 Old Navy Chevy that I bought. Thankfully I...
I am ready to install the windless channels or track. I am thinking to use #6 sheet metal screws. I don't have the rubber yet so the question is....
Steve As you said any additional weight out back can't hurt and the additional stiffening should help with that LS. Mike
Not a lot of progress this week due to snow storm. But since posting last night and no response this morning I decided to push forward right or...
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