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Getting ready to add the pin stripe on my truck cab. Does anyone have pictures or instructions of where the original pin stripe should be located? I have a general idea, but Iwould like to get it right the first time! :) Slinger

Since completing my 53 five window this spring, we have been asked by numerous folks if they could use it for their wedding pictures. What's the old saying, something old, something new, and something blue? :)

Need some help. Changed my wheels from the stock 16" to 15". My speed reads about 30 mph when I am actually doing about 48-50 mph. I have the old SM 420, 4-speed. Is it possible to change out the speedo gear to get the speed odometer lined up with the actual speed? Any help would be greatly...

Hey all you old truck lovers. On June 14, the 3rd annual Old Truck Show is taking place in Florence, Montana! Like last year the show will be held at the Florence-Carlton School parking lot. All trucks pre 1990 and older are welcome. A suggested $5.00 entry fee/donation is also welcome. Set up...

After five years it is finally done! Could not have done it without some very timely advice from all the guys on this site. For those of you who have just started your projects, hang in there . There is a light at the end of the tunnel.

I am in the home stretch of completing my 53 Chevy 5-window. Made the change from 6 volt to 12 volt. Purchased a new 12 volt gas gauge and replaced the sending unit. Both came from our host. Wired the unit in and the gauge doesn't move. Stuck dead in the middle. I have about a quarter tank...

Does anyone have a picture(s) showing proper radio antenna placement for an AD. Before I drill that hole I want to make sure I have proper placement to avoid the hood and also want to make sure I have it the proper distance from the mirror mount. Any pictures would be greatly appreciated. Slinger

It has been a while since I took things apart on the my 53. Can anyone remind how the gas tank sending unit wire is routed from the tank to the gas gauge? Thanks

Just thought I would share the link to the Lambrecht Chevrolet Auction. Some pretty cool old stuff. https://www.proxibid.com/asp/catalog.asp?aid=68561 https://www.proxibid.com/asp/catalog.asp?aid=68562 Slinger

As part of my rebuild I changed out my 216 for a 1962 - 235. Prior to re-install of the 235 I changed out the water pump to the short shaft water pump provided by our host. I used the original fan blade that was on the 216. In the past several weeks I have re-installed the radiator and the...

I am looking for an original shifter cane for my 4-speed - SM 420. I have looked at the new shifters from Novak, and would prefer the original style. If anyone has a one that they are will to sell, or if you know of a source that might deal in old SM 420 parts, please let me know. Thanks...

Replaced the old 216 in my 53 Chevy, with a 235 out of a 62 Impala. My current oil pressure gauge goes from 0-30 lbs. Question, with the newer 235, do I need to change out my oil pressure gauge with one that goes from 0-60 lbs?? Any help wold be appreciated. Slinger

I am looking for a 235 cu in engine to put in my 53 - five window. If someone has a good source for remanufactured 235's, or if someone has a rebuildable 235, please let me know. Thanks Slinger

Looking to bring a 53- 5 window back to life. Anyone know where I can find a working/rebuildable 4-speed with the granny gear? I know a lot of resto-mod folks are pulling these out and replacing. Thought maybe someone had one sitting in their shop gathering dust. Thanks Gerry