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Hi John: Thanks for the note on the floor board. As for the brake lever, this one is a spare transmission that I sold about a month ago. The one from my truck was originally painted gray (the 1937-38 trucks had a great interior) and the top of the handle was nickle plated. If you want some pictures, send me your email as I don't think I can attach them to this message.

Was hoping to someone might have a few parts I am looking for regarding my 1937 Dodge MC. I have attached pictures that I think are of the original parts, and realize this is a long shop, but figured it was worth a try. First, I need the rod that connects the parking brake handle to the brake band. It is part number 579388 and it screws into a yolk on the front, and the back has a hole that a pin fits through. Could probably make one from a I bolt, but wanted to see if anyone has this part lying around. Second, I am fabricating a new floor board, and if possible, would like to find an original battery hole cover, part number 546931. Once again, a real long shot, and may fabricate from some heavy gauge sheet metal (would appreciate dimensions if anyone has an original they can measure for me). Attached pictures and appreciate any help from the group.

Hi: Was hoping to someone might have a few parts I am looking for regarding my 1937 Dodge MC. I have attached pictures that I think are of the original parts, and realize this is a long shop, but figured it was worth a try. First, I need the rod that connects the parking brake handle to the brake band. It is part number 579388 and it screws into a yolk on the front, and the back has a hole that a pin fits through. Could probably make one from a I bolt, but wanted to see if anyone has this part lying around. Second, I am fabricating a new floor board, and if possible, would like to find an original battery hole cover, part number 546931. Once again, a real long shot, and may fabricate from some heavy gauge sheet metal (would appreciate dimensions if anyone has an original they can measure for me). Attached pictures and appreciate any help from the group. Thanks Vic

He has a 1 1/2 ton Dodge. 1938 that he is rebuilding. I have not see this, as he knows one of my brothers and knows we are into Dodge trucks. If a 1/2 ton cab would work, we should be able to find one on this end of the country. Just thought it would have been larger, but I'll trust your expertise. Thanks Vic

Thanks Dave. For some reason, I thought they were different. Now, how would we get one from your place to Morgantown, WV?

I am helping a friend who is restoring a 1938 1.5 ton Dodge truck. he is in need of a cab and pass. door. Any help appreciated. We are in the W PA - N WV area. Thanks Vic

The part you are referring to is called a "windshield regulator tape" and is part number 741362. There is a fellow over in Lancaster, PA, who is making the complete front windshield regulator and he may be able to sell you this part. His name is Rick Milanak and his email is: dod318@gmail.com. I had also posted his phone number on a previous post, so look through the listings for window crank and you might find it. Good luck

Yep. Mine has them as well. Don't think I ever saw a truck with a defroster, although my truck had a heater.

This is either a 1937 or 1938 and could be a Dodge or Plymouth. There was a verticle plate mounted between these gauge clusters with an embossed Dodeg (or Ply) on it. If you have pictures of the grill, can tell you what year and make.

JR....thanks for the note. I have nice trim moldings for my truck. Just trying to figure out how to reattach them? Most of my original clips were missing and can't seem to find anything that will work. Appreciate any ideas or suggestions. Those moldings are quite desirable and you shouldn't have any trouble selling them. Have you thought about eBay? I am starting to let go of some extra parts I have, including a complete bed, Ply tailgate, 1936-37 Dodge center grill and crank hole cover, and a few fenders. Will probably post this stuff in a few days, but feel free to share this. Thanks Vic

Very cool truck. Hope you are going to keep it original, and have fun!

I found this 1938 RC pickup over here in the Pittsburgh area. It had been restored but the building it was in burned, and as you can see, the truck was destroyed. I offered to post this for a guy who bought it, and then decided it was too much for him. I did inspect it a year ago when it was originally sold, and it's pretty bad. Bed is burned out, but frame seems to be OK. It would probably need just about everything, but might make a nice driver. The original owner told me that the title was also destroyed, but I could probably contact him and get a duplicate from PA DMV. If you are interested in this, please contact the owner. He told me he is looking for around $900. His name is Sam Barkley and his contact info is: 724-553-9933 or samjbarkley@gmail.com. He is NOT interested in parting it out. We are located about 20 miles north of Pittsburgh, PA. For anyone who is interested, I have a spare bed, motor and transmission for this truck. Could also help with restorable front fenders, and chopped up rear fenders. Thanks, and good luck! Vic

Hi: Not sure if you got my response as I was out of town and trying to manage much of this on a smart phone. But to answer your questions, I have not done a compression check. Could possibly do this but need to mount it on a stand and fund something to turn the crank (starting motor is gone). Please feel free to give me a call if you have any other questions or care to discuss. Thanks Vic 412-956-2852

Sorry. Don't have that part, but have seen them pop up on eBay

Sure. Give me a call at 724-625-4440. After 6:00 PM (ET) is usually best

I noticed an ad in Vintage Truck magazine for reproduction windshield regulators and crank hole covers for 1936 to 1938 Dodge trucks and cars. Spoke to the guy and he sent me some pictures which I have attached. If you have need for either of these, you might want to check him out. His name is Rick Milanak and his contact info is: dod318@gmail.com or 717-380-7365. He is in the Lancaster, PA area, close to Hershey.

I noticed an ad in Vintage Truck magazine for reproduction windshield regulators and crank hole covers for 1936 to 1938 Dodge trucks and cars. Spoke to the guy and he sent me some pictures which I have attached. If you have need for either of these, you might want to check him out. His name is Rick Milanak and his contact info is: dod318@gmail.com or 717-380-7365. He is in the Lancaster, PA area, close to Hershey.

Hi Tom: Thanks for your note. Just got in from vacation and wanted to respond to your note/offer. I would love to chat with you about the 1929 conversion. I am fairly knowledgeable about later 1930's vehicles, but first venture into 1929. On that note, is there a service or parts book that you would recommend. Have been looking at several from Faxon and other companies. Like to get some reference materials to review over the winter. Thanks Vic

I agree with you on one thing, watching the Waltons does suggest you are losing your mind:)

Still thinking about what to do with it. Really like the look of it as is. But you know how it goes. You fix one thing and the next thing you know, you have $20K invested in it:) I'm trying to finish my '37 MC so this one will sit in storage until next summer. Doing some research on it as I've never owned anything this old. It actually has a 1951 license plate and inspection sticker on it, which was issued before I was born.

Yep. I love those big old headlights! The truck just has a cool look about it. Now, how many folks have one like this!

I have a 1937 Royal engine and transmission available for sale. Serial number is C165865. It turns over and I believe it was running when pulled. I also have the transmission and clutch, but the bell housing is missing. I pulled the horn and oil filter (that are in these pictures) so please note that they are not included. The motor is located in Somerset, PA, just south of Pittsburgh. Please give me a ring if you have any interest. Any reasonable offer! Thanks Vic 412-956-2852

Thought you might get a kick out of this. Appears to be a 1929 sedan that was converted into a pickup truck. Real Beverly Hillbillies deal. They actually did a nice job on the cab, and even used some old Sunoco cans to fill in the back, lower corners. Tucked it into the barn today and will be doing some homework on this. Never had anything this old, and my brother and I are hoping to rebuild the drive train, and leave the body pretty much as is. Got a boatload of original tools with it and will be getting some better shots of them. Have the generator and starting motor and other engine parts, but they were pulled off and assume they need to be rebuilt. .

I have what I need. I had an extra set of gauges that I was restoring along side the original sets, and broke on of the glass plates for the speedometer. I was hoping to get both sets restored and sell one. The folks over here that can make the artwork for me are just too expensive, and it would not be practical to have the number plate made. So, will probably just sell if in pieces and put the broken plate in and let the next owner deal with it. Have a nice set for my truck. You have a flat number plate for the 37-38 speedometer laying around? They're easy to restore, and would may my spare gauge set complete. Thanks Vic

If one's good, two are better:) I'm restoring a 1937 Dodge and the trucks are virtually identical, outside of the grills. In any event, I have some spare sheet metal including bed, tailgate (for a Plymouth truck) fenders and a few other miss. parts. I am in the Pittsburgh area, and happy to chat if interested. Thanks Vic