You'll definitely want to buy a 12 volt coil. Just make sure it has an internal resistor. Russ, (ol' chebby), has a part number that will work...
Make sure to buy a coil that has an internal resistor in it or you'll need to install a ballast resistor. If you go with an alternator, you no...
Shouldn't take much pressure at all. You should be able to get in the cab, push in the clutch with the left foot, turn the key on, and...
It's never too early to get a child or grandchild interested in old cars! Good on you for getting the young one interested! Looks like he's...
Welcome Coach! Nice truck! Save the corn, it'll make some nice corn squeezins! What you don't drink, you can use for fuel!:D I'm really...
Congrats Robert! Fine looking young man!
Yeah, if it had a powerglide, it came with hydraulic lifters. Another way to hone in on the year of the engine would be to get the casting number...
1956 was the last year that you could identify the year that an engine was built by its serial number. Starting in 57 and running through 62, a...
Looking Good! Frank, I'm really liking the steering wheel! Looks awesome! Is that, by any chance, a '54 Chevy Belair steering wheel? Ken:cool:
Try this: http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/shop/1954truck/54ctsm0521.html Hope this helps, Ken
Way to go Joe! Truck looks awesome! Did you take a pic or two of that 13 yr old bragging on what his ol' man did?
Mott, I was lucky enough to have GM safety tread plates available to me when I rebuilt my truck. I love them, and, I'm sure Joe (deadzonetruckin)...
Great pics, Charles! Thanks for sharing!
http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/shop/1948_51truck/51ctsm0310.htm
Start with this and if you need more info, I'm sure someone will chime in. This covers the fresh air and recirculating heaters....
Too cool! I want one!
Brian, great score! Your black panel is going to look awesome with a full set of bling on it! Remember that stainless is very forgiving. It...
Welcome to the forum. Nice truck! Russ, aka Ol' Chebby lives in your hood! He could definitely help you get on the right track as far as...
Original Delco-Remy Part # According to the info I've got, the original part # is 1107135 for the 235 starter w/ auto transmission for the '54 truck.
Welcome Alex! Nice looking Jimmy! There are a couple other sites out there that have good info. http://www.stovebolt.com and...
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