OEM Sun Visor mount I used to have a 54 AD that had the factory sun visor. It had a nice cast piece mounted in the center of the cab's forehead...
Next year Ziggy Paul, Your G is coming along so nice, you can park it right next to Thunder, probably take the prizes I used to win at the...
Canned Ham they call these things canned hams. I really wanted a teardrop, but like Nate says, too pricey to get an old one. This 1958 Mobile...
When you are ready I really want to get after this camper project, but 3 hurricanes in 4 seasons has me chasing other chores. Ken, if you are...
the lights are on I put my boat battery in the truck bed and a 40 amp 110volt inverter to run Christmas lights on the tree. No interference with...
waiting behind my garage My next project is a '58 canned ham camper I acquired just after Hurricane Rita. Someday. Jim
fender welting I really like the way welting looks on these old truck fenders. You don't really notice it on the bed because it hides under...
Snorts on Saturday, snow last Wednesday Ok Ken, Remember Wednesday? It never snows in PA, like 5 times in 50 years! Merry Christmas in...
One of my favorite things to do in my AD is parade! people love to see these trucks as much as we love to drive them. Yesterday my bride and I...
1970 sm420 Nate The tranny info I have read says the sm420 was standard equipment on 3/4ton and one ton GM trucks from 1947 through 1967. You...
54 AD bed The 54 bed sits a bit different on the frame (the 54 frame is different than the 47-53). I believe that GM advertised one of the big...
traveling tail lights I assembled a set of lights on a flat aluminum bar I can slip into my receiver hitch and plug into my trailer light...
Radiator cap 4 pounds I have been using a 4 pound cap on my 235 radiatoron my 54 for the past 6 years. Works just fine. Jim
That little chrome knob in the cup holder I have one almost exactly like it. It is a replacement windshield wiper knob of unknown origin. Mine...
Welcome to the best of 1954 54's may not the prettiest of the AD's, but they are the most modern (except for the 55 1st). Build it with the...
Clorox Light occasional wiping with a clean cloth and a mild bleach solution will help a bunch in controlling mildew on paint and vinyl, but be...
The hard way Bruce, Nate is right. I believe your tranny is likely worn, or may need fluid if it is grinding, but double clutching will...
my 2 cents the 54 carrier should fit in the older rear end. But you still have the pinion work to do. Bill Hanlon is right, not worth the...
Get better Nate Mr.Nathan Hall, Whatever challenges you are dealing with, please know that many of us are with you in spirit. You be strong...
Show'n you mine I love a thread where you don't need to be an expert at anything. Jim:cool:
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