I have about an hour of work left on the new bed but I think it came out pretty good. Big project for this novice restorer. Thanks to those who...
Finally back to working on the 52 3100. I was replacing the vent windows and discovered the clutch head screws and I don't have drives. So I...
Hello all been absent for awhile, got distracted by scuba and becoming an instructor. Now I am back to finish my bed restoration but am stuck...
We are in the early stages of designing our new retirement home. Last child (#7) is leaving and we are going to downsize the house and upsize the...
Hello all, time to put it back together. But I am unsure where the 2 cross rails go? I am pretty sure I get the rear one based on Nate's great...
OK got the heater out of truck. In another post I discussed having a small leak and misting on the windshield. Here is my current issue that I am...
My next fix is a leak inside the cab. When truck first starts, after a few minutes, I get a steamy mist comming up towards windshield. After...
I am having a starter issue. When I depress the foot starter I get a few seconds of stater and then none. Wait a moment and I get a few more....
OK my 52 had ground to frame from batter, red cable, black power line to starter, and a braided ground from frame to engine. The braided strap...
My next project is to replace the wood in the bed of the truck. I bought a kit from sponsor, including the side rails that bolt to the sides of...
Took the truck for a spin yesterday and all was well for the first few stops. Went to get gas and when I went to restart the starter cranked for...
It would be interesting to see the variety of vanity plates on our old rides. My wife picked this one for my 1952 3100. Not sure if this is...
Anyone know where I can get new spindle dust caps? The onces in Classic parts look significantly different than the origional more rounded ones....
Brake job continues. I removed dust cap, cotter and nut. The drum came off with the hub attached. I found a refernce that states: "The...
Ok attempting to rebuild brake cylinder. The hydraulic end nut is frozen on, can’t imagine why a 60 year old nut just doesn’t come off. I...
Hi I have a leaking carburetor on my Chevy 3100. I cannot tell if it is the fuel line in ( I suspect that) or something else. Truck runs great...
Hello all, just got my 1952 Chevy 3100 and I am looking forward to spending time in the garage and restoring this beauty. I plan to take my time....
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