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The Buchan 'Fleet' in Seattle 1928 If I could find one of these old trucks worth restoring, I would!

I know it is an old post, but it caught my eye. Is it a half ton or the one and one-half ton?

A few Internationals in Tacoma in 1958

Main Street, the only street, in Hoodsport, WA.

Here's one of my favorites. A 'delivery' truck, delivering people in Seattle.

As sad as it is, here's the best I can offer, Seattle WA, 1956. I only have it because it has one of our billboards behind it

Now back to the original post. From the above, it is a '34 (DB) or '35 (EB) 1/2 ton. The '34 had a 112" wheelbase with 5,786 vehicles produced. The '35 had the same wheelbase with 5,694 produced. While there are quite a few of these around, it is a project to rebuild them. All the panel trucks, suburbans, and open express' are the same as the 'high cab', with respect to the front doors forward. The image above of the 'street rod' is a '36 low cab. Also, if you are unaware, much of the construction is wood. Here is a '34 I know of being worked on. If you are looking for one, I know of some and can provide some leads (send me a PM).

Likewise Dave. I go through old emails and chuckle quite often about your 'buddy' I see your old door has sold at least once on ebay. We are moving along, but at a snail's pace. My son-in-law will start playing with the sheet metal after the new year and at that time I will start seeing what can be made of the old 207, while keeping my eyes open for one that's running. Bought some hard to find pieces here and there, but still looking for the correct hood ornament. This project will go slow, but that's ok. Found a '57 that will probably be done first as it runs... Slainte' Mhath (Cheers in Scottish)

I have no idea. I pulled the photos off the web when it was for sale for more examples when I get to that stage in rebuilding mine. It has quite a few good photos of the interior wood. I think his price was quite high and if he held strong, it would not surprise me if he still had it. His number is on the image above. Good luck.

The truck was for sale when I came across it in August. Hopefully, the attached photo will help. I got some great pictures of the interior wood which will help me in my recreation.

Neat project. Visually, there are few differences between the trucks produced between 1934 and 1936, the '36 hood being one of the most significant. As noted above, the larger trucks did have different wheels. In those years, two models were produced, the 1/2 ton and the 1 1/2 ton. The larger truck came in both a single (RA) and dual (RB) rear wheel option. The 'Buchans' image is what I am trying to create. The attached 'green' truck is a '34 1/2 ton (not mine) and the others are my '36 1 1/2 tons. My project is going slow, continuing to try to collect the hard-to-find odds and ends.

Short of the old Metros, the 'stand and drive' trucks are pretty hard to find, but I keep looking...

Hoping to locate (a pair would be wonderful) a 1936 Washington 'Truck' License Plate. Will consider any condition. This plate will have the word 'TRUCK' vertically along the left side and 'WASHINGTON 36' along the bottom. Any help or direction is appreciated.

I have emailed you the name and contact information of a local collector. Best of luck.

No hurry at all. The trucks are put away for the winter. I sold the lesser condition doors to a fellow out of state, and he may be interested, depending if you want to sell. I kept the good doors which still have all the wood and no rust, so I will be fine. Thank you for alerting me. All the best to you. Alec.

I am good on the hood, thank you. On the left rear door, is it for a 1/2 ton or the 1 1/2 ton? I found out (the hard way) that the 1/2 ton panel trucks are a couple inches shorter. Thank you.

While the process is slow, we have found yet another truck with the hope of turning two into one. The more recent find is very solid with much of the original wood still intact.

General trend on VCCA is '25-'28 because of the steering column. Many more opinions/responses here. 1917 Bakery Van - VCCA Chat

When I spoke to the owner, he said that he has been told anywhere between 1916 and 1928, he does not know. While the owner and I are close in numbers, I need to know what it really is before proceeding. The insight and comments above are very appreciated.

The car chassis concept is interesting. The owner is convinced it is a Chevy, but I am not sure why. The degree of slope from the windshield forward looks fairly steep and I am wondering what kind of front clip might work. Your comments are appreciated.

I am trying to determine the make and year of this truck to see if it is worth trying to do something with. Any help with identification is appreciated.

I too, have a VIN number question. I went on the site above and was able to locate some of the information, but can't quite get it all. My VIN is 6RA0711442. I see the RA represents 1.5 ton utility chasis, dual wheels, commercial vehicle, but can't go any further. Any help is appreciated. Following the pattern above. 6: place of manufacture RA: as described above 07: July 1936 assembly 11442: sequential production? I am told only 2200 +/- were manufactured unless this is the total of all commercial vehicles? My issue/reason for asking is that The State of CA has put 'Automobile' on my title and I will need some sort of documentation to have this changed. Many thanks info@buchansbread.com

I have a 1936 1.5 ton Chevrolet (long wheel base) Panel Truck ready to restore and will be looking for parts. It is complete, less a few items, not to say that what is there could not be replaced. Seats and wood are the most obvious needs. Any advice or comments are appreciated. I am attaching a current photo and one of what it is to look like, someday (family business from years ago). Thank you in advance.

My truck has been located, trailered, and delivered. Special thanks to RodsoftheValley! It is a 1936 1 1/2 ton, just as in the photo at the top. Now the fun begins. I have a hunch I will be in the need for some parts, down the road. I will upload photos as I progress. Thanks to all!

Thank you for your interest, I have sent you an email to the address you provided. Otherwise, I have my first attempt at a website located at Buchan Baking Company (due to be updated soon as I have much more to include and revisions which need to be made). I can be reached through that site, as well. Cheers.