Who likes Old Vintage Trucks ?

[STEVE POLLARD]

Here is another shot of my '69 C20 with new tires, exhaust and the rims were powder coated white. 

 

 

[Roscoe]

Love the old trucks. In addition to my street rod '46, Rusty:

   My current trial and project is this '52 Chevy I've known since I was 5. Named Sam after it's Korean War veteran longtime owner, it has its own personality and enjoys making me work for every "improvement". But it treats me so nice when I fire that little inline six up and go through the gears of that old SM420, I forgive all its transgressions.

I AM ready to get it in a driver quality paint job though and stop pouring all of my time and money into it.

[3macboys]

8 minutes ago, Roscoe said:

Love the old trucks. In addition to my street rod '46, Rusty:

   My current trial and project is this '52 Chevy I've known since I was 5. Named Sam after it's Korean War veteran longtime owner, it has its own personality and enjoys making me work for every "improvement". But it treats me so nice when I fire that little inline six up and go through the gears of that old SM420, I forgive all its transgressions.

I AM ready to get it in a driver quality paint job though and stop pouring all of my time and money into it.

I wouldn't be shy about driving it just the way it is - that's a smiles per mile truck!

[Roscoe]

2 minutes ago, 3macboys said:

I wouldn't be shy about driving it just the way it is - that's a smiles per mile truck!

The only reason the bed is off of it and it is in the middle of sanding and replacing parts right now is the "patina" was about to kill it. When I drop my phone in the floorboard and the guy behind me runs over it- yeah, had to do something. LOL. Plus, I embarked on redoing it- strictly 25' driver quality- in part for the 92 year old former owner to ride in it all nice for his birthday. Sadly, my personal hero slipped away, still in his right mind, about a year ago, before we could go get ice cream in the redone truck.  He lived on his farm until the end, fiercly independant-  and still regretted selling me his old truck, even though he told me he knew I'd always take care of it. 

[3macboys]

2 minutes ago, Roscoe said:

The only reason the bed is off of it and it is in the middle of sanding and replacing parts right now is the "patina" was about to kill it. When I drop my phone in the floorboard and the guy behind me runs over it- yeah, had to do something. LOL. Plus, I embarked on redoing it- strictly 25' driver quality- in part for the 92 year old former owner to ride in it all nice for his birthday. Sadly, my personal hero slipped away, still in his right mind, about a year ago, before we could go get ice cream in the redone truck.  He lived on his farm until the end, fiercly independant-  and still regretted selling me his old truck, even though he told me he knew I'd always take care of it. 

I suspect that his regrets were a bit tongue in cheek - the truck will live on, and more importantly he will too.

[Gerczak]

I came across this 1930 Fargo....Apparently a division of Chrysler according to the tags.  I would love to drive this (with a new windsheild and tires) but I am guessing it's top speed is probably 30.

 

 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/966289210706870/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A1dc2e2f2-858e-410c-8053-06acbd61ee68

[30DodgePanel]

6 hours ago, Gerczak said:

I came across this 1930 Fargo....Apparently a division of Chrysler according to the tags.  I would love to drive this (with a new windsheild and tires) but I am guessing it's top speed is probably 30.

 

 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/966289210706870/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A1dc2e2f2-858e-410c-8053-06acbd61ee68

 

Wish he had better close ups of the grill and hubcaps. Although a very slow and rough truck, I doubt we'll ever see another more complete example of a 1930 1 ton in our lifetime. Only the radiator cap and horn ring are missing from what I can tell.

Edited June 30, 2022 by 30DodgePanel (see edit history)

[30DodgePanel]

9 hours ago, STEVE POLLARD said:

Here is another shot of my '69 C20 with new tires, exhaust and the rims were powder coated white. 

 

 

 

Gorgeous truck!

 

Production totals on the C20 4x4 must be pretty low, especially in black.

[Dandy Dave]

This I've posted before. But it is still fun to revisit. My 1925 White model 15.

 

Edited June 30, 2022 by Dandy Dave (see edit history)

[TAKerry]

8 hours ago, Gerczak said:

I came across this 1930 Fargo....Apparently a division of Chrysler according to the tags.  I would love to drive this (with a new windsheild and tires) but I am guessing it's top speed is probably 30.

 

 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/966289210706870/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A1dc2e2f2-858e-410c-8053-06acbd61ee68

Great looking Fargo, looks like a vintage Kenworth as well.

[kgreen]

1941 Ford pickup.  The body had numerous functional repairs to keep it together enough to serve.  I learned how to use the English Wheel, the welder, hammer and dolly on this truck.  

 

I managed to get a YOM tag with the correct weight designation

 

Sold the truck before I put this fully rebuilt engine in it.  The engine in the truck was an AB, this would have been the correct year engine, now making a great display in my office.

[ron hausmann]

All -

Here’s a 1917-ish Kissel 1-ton flyer truck sitting outside of a small museum in rural Wyoming. They won’t sell it. I tried. It’s just sitting outside while the wood deteriorates. Go figure.

Ron Hausmann P.E.

[ron hausmann]

All -

   Here’s a 1919-ish Kissel 2.5 ton General Utilty truck that was found in North Carolina. It runs. Top

speed is 17 mph. Speed demon. Basic nice model early truck.

Ron Hausmann P.E

[Jim Skelly]

What a waste, and you would restore it!  

[8E45E]

3 minutes ago, Jim Skelly said:

What a waste, and you would restore it!  

There are roughly two types of truck people: Those who's interest are the 'light' trucks, 1/4 to 1-ton, including vans, panels, etc., which can park inside a garage, and can legally park on the street in a residential neighborhood . And there are those who like the 'big rigs', from 1-1/2 ton, which include long-wheelbase or tractor units, conventional and cabovers, which usually require a barn, or high-roof garage to keep park them inside. And sometimes a challenge is to legally park them on a residential street.  

 

Craig

[30DodgePanel]

8 minutes ago, 8E45E said:

There are roughly two types of truck people: Those who's interest are the 'light' trucks, 1/4 to 1-ton, including vans, panels, etc., which can park inside a garage, and can legally park on the street in a residential neighborhood . And there are those who like the 'big rigs', from 1-1/2 ton, which include long-wheelbase or tractor units, conventional and cabovers, which usually require a barn, or high-roof garage to keep park them inside. And sometimes a challenge is to legally park them on a residential street.  

 

Craig

So true.

Don't forget to add, shoestring budget vs very deep pockets. 

I'd love to get into the big trucks, but financially it's a completely different ballgame.

 

Those that save the big trucks are to be commended for their passion and extreme dedication that few have. 

Edited June 30, 2022 by 30DodgePanel (see edit history)

[Matt Harwood]

1 hour ago, kgreen said:

1941 Ford pickup.  The body had numerous functional repairs to keep it together enough to serve.  I learned how to use the English Wheel, the welder, hammer and dolly on this truck.  

 

I managed to get a YOM tag with the correct weight designation

 

Sold the truck before I put this fully rebuilt engine in it.  The engine in the truck was an AB, this would have been the correct year engine, now making a great display in my office.

A 1941 Ford pickup is on my short list of vehicles to own. Awesome!

[JACK M]

2 hours ago, 8E45E said:

There are roughly two types of truck people:

 

I have a close friend that owns and works a dump truck.

He corrects me whenever I refer to a pick-up as a truck.

[8E45E]

2 hours ago, JACK M said:

He corrects me whenever I refer to a pick-up as a truck.

This is also called a 'truck': https://www.lowes.com/pd/Milwaukee-800-lb-2-Wheel-Red-Steel-Heavy-Duty-Hand-Truck/50042444

 

Craig

[Jim Skelly]

5 hours ago, 8E45E said:

There are roughly two types of truck people: Those who's interest are the 'light' trucks, 1/4 to 1-ton, including vans, panels, etc., which can park inside a garage, and can legally park on the street in a residential neighborhood . And there are those who like the 'big rigs', from 1-1/2 ton, which include long-wheelbase or tractor units, conventional and cabovers, which usually require a barn, or high-roof garage to keep park them inside. And sometimes a challenge is to legally park them on a residential street.  

 

Craig

Ron Hausmann has restored a number of Kissels and displays some at the Woodward Cruise.  If ANYone would give that truck the love it deserves, it's Ron!

[SC38dls]

3 hours ago, JACK M said:

 

I have a close friend that owns and works a dump truck.

He corrects me whenever I refer to a pick-up as a truck.

the ornament on top a flag pole is also called a “Truck”

dave s 

 

[Xander Wildeisen]

I was also corrected by a dump truck guy, that I have a pickup. Not a truck. So, just like the motor/engine thing. Let’s have out the truck/pickup thing.😂😡

[STEVE POLLARD]

Per Chevrolet.....lol

 

 

 

[STEVE POLLARD]

another...

 

[Laura S]

On 6/29/2022 at 7:59 PM, STEVE POLLARD said:

Beautiful truck !

Thank you . We worked her hard  for many years then I found a rust free cab in Oklahoma and totally restored her 

[Larry Schramm]

I too like trucks. Here is our '15 Buick truck.  Our '18 Buick truck is in a shipping container for now.

[Paul Dobbin]

   While I prfer my 35 Ford pickup, my newer trucks have creature comforts like A/T, PS, PB & A/C.   Fun but they have to be washed.

c

 

 

[Xander Wildeisen]

The front frame stubs from those El Camino have the correct track width for Hudson trucks. Just something I have heard.😏

[SC38dls]

This is my 49, F3 Ford I rebuilt then sold as the cab was too small to feel safe in with my braces. Also a Jaguar XJS front suspension will bolt up directly to the frame for all but two bolts that need to be drilled. The shock braces can be switched to the opposite side on the frame and the Jag shocks work also. 

 

[TAKerry]

On 6/30/2022 at 8:33 AM, ron hausmann said:

All -

Here’s a 1917-ish Kissel 1-ton flyer truck sitting outside of a small museum in rural Wyoming. They won’t sell it. I tried. It’s just sitting outside while the wood deteriorates. Go figure.

Ron Hausmann P.E.

Ron, I am sure you have tried all routes, but if this place just wants an old truck for display, have you tried bartering another of a different brand to replace once this one is gone? 

[TAKerry]

2021-01-15_10-04-44 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr

Not currently owned but this is a pic of my grandfather. I assume it was taken when the truck was new. I would'nt mind having one of these and getting it lettered to match.

[TerryB]

While this isn’t as old as most of the trucks, I thought you might enjoy this photo of my 1985 Chevy truck and how I put to use one Saturday in 1989.  I never was one for fancy affairs😀.

 

Edited July 1, 2022 by TerryB (see edit history)

[rocketraider]

August '22 Hemmings Classic Car came today and it is chock full of old trucks !😃

 

Feature articles on: 1957 Cameo Carrier, 1974 International 100, 1960-64 Studebaker pickups, and a 1972 Land Rover S3.

 

Then in auction highlights the Spring Carlisle auction features a 1964 F100 shortbed Flareside, a lifted 4wd 1987 Chevy half-ton, and a 1965 ElCamino.

 

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I think I've seen that ElCamino at Carlisle All-GM and it is bone stock and immaculate. I worry for the trucklet's future since it sold fairly cheap at $16k and they're attractive to yahoos who think ElCaminos HAVE to have big-blocks with 4-speeds, Chevy Rally wheels and bright red paint among other owner or flipper "personalization".

 

But, I wasn't there to bid.🙄

[oldcarz]

I'm a fan of old trucks/pickups.

I've owned 8 '40-'41 Ford pickups, just sold my last '41 last week.

I still have my '86 K10 SWB Square body project I don't consider that old, but some do.

[philip roitman]

Vintage trucks are getting very popular. A friend of mine Lowell Paddock started a Vintage Truck Class at the Greenwich Concours this year. It was very popular. A Dodge Power wagon took the People's Choice Award. I like vintage trucks a lot and this was a great class. Lets see how many other Concours do the same in the future. The Red Studebaker won Best in Class.

T

Edited July 2, 2022 by philip roitman (see edit history)

[Xander Wildeisen]

Trucks are fun to fix up and bring back to life. They present some challenges that are not found in restoring/building cars. Finding a well cared for vintage truck can be difficult. Most have been worked pretty hard. A Nice long sweeping curve/bow can be found when looking at a truck from the side. Always look at point of attachments for suspension components and hangers for leaf springs. Sanding out single wall bed sides is a fun one as well. Dent on one side is a high spot on the other.

[STEVE POLLARD]

1 hour ago, Xander Wildeisen said:

Finding a well cared for vintage truck can be difficult.

True..... A friend of mine told me years ago about the "Camper Special",  these trucks were order and out fitted with the purpose of adding a camper shell to the bed ( I'm just familiar with the 60's thru 70's model year ) the normal "work truck" you can tell the life it lead by it's bed and overall condition. 

[Xander Wildeisen]

Cool original truck for sale. https://m.facebook.com/marketplace/item/407110148018048/?ref=browse_tab&search_query=1958&tracking={"qid"%3A"-6045949320820314887"%2C"mf_story_key"%3A"5169065399878770"%2C"commerce_rank_obj"%3A"{\"target_id\"%3A5169065399878770%2C\"target_type\"%3A0%2C\"primary_position\"%3A-1%2C\"ranking_signature\"%3A0%2C\"commerce_channel\"%3A503%2C\"value\"%3A0}"%2C"ftmd_400706"%3A"111112l"}

[g-g-g0]

One I did in the 80’s. Body number was stamped with an X. Unlike the Suburban body with sliding rear windows, this truck had fixed  glass windows. Original color was 40’s/50’s Bell Telephone green. Best I could determine at the time was that these fixed window bodies were a “Special Order” run for the phone company. Sold the truck in the early 90’s and it went to the Freeport, IL area to be a part of a DJ business. Wonder where it is today?!?!

[Fargoguy]

On 6/29/2022 at 9:18 PM, Gerczak said:

I came across this 1930 Fargo....Apparently a division of Chrysler according to the tags.  I would love to drive this (with a new windsheild and tires) but I am guessing it's top speed is probably 30.

 

 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/966289210706870/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A1dc2e2f2-858e-410c-8053-06acbd61ee68

An early Fargo like that is super rare. That one, however does not have the original rad/shell. That radiator shell is 1931 Studebaker Model 54.