1950 3/4 Ton Chevrolet

Watch this truck in motion! On YouTube at: youtu.be/WKlKoFiOEJI

 

Mechanic Don Sheltron rebuilt this 1950 Chevy and in this video you can see the craftsmanship of a ding free, perfectly redrafted classic.

 

Restored and completely rebuilt

 

Original Engine was: 215 cid – installed new gaskets, seals, paint detail and tune up. Replaced engine by removing 215 & installed 234cid.

 

Differential: removed original, installed later model with 3.55 ratio, removed and fab original brake back/dust plates to handle original hardware.

 

Glass: installed new windshield and rear center, able to reuse corners and doors.

 

Electrical: installed new wire harness, change over from volt to 12 volt, installed new 12 volt single wire alternator – some weld/fab required for turn head, instrument, hi/lo beam switch.

 

Box/bed: removed and disassembled had media blasted, drop off & pick up.

 

Rear fenders: same as box

 

Mileage is EXEMPT - so marked as 000000

 

Garage stored.

 

Appraised at $50K & fully insured for $50K.

 

Runs without issues. New battery.

 

Speed indicator does work– dash board dials are original. Unleaded fuel only.

 

Don talking about how to drive this truck: youtu.be/oxDdqEMn4AE

Done