Thread: 1946 chevy 1/2 ton pickup
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03-09-2015 04:59 PM #1
1946 chevy 1/2 ton pickup
just purchased '46 chevy p.u.and need illustrations for sheet metal assembly. truck is complete basket project and I need to figure out what I have and have not. project plans are for keeping original appearance but hotrodding drivetrain,suspension,brakes,steering etc. anyone have suggestions for illustrations?
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03-10-2015 05:47 AM #2
First of all, WELCOME, to the Forum - - - - as far as Illustrations goes, my question is Illustrations of ?WHAT? Here's plenty of pics of other's builds.
https://www.google.com/search?q=1946...ih=519&dpr=0.9.
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03-10-2015 10:25 AM #3
I'd begin with original Chevrolet manuals....
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03-10-2015 11:10 AM #4
First, welcome to CHR, glad you're here and looking forward to pictures of the project as it is, and as it transitions into your dream. Check out LMC Truck in Lenexa, KS on the SW of metro KC - Chevy Truck Parts & Truck Accessories for Chevrolet Trucks from LMCTruck.com They've got lots of illustrations, and even better they're a really good source for all things OEM Truck! It's the truck division of the Long Motor Corporation, which I think started as an importer for British sports cars.Roger
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03-10-2015 03:12 PM #5
Welcome aboard.. Nice to see you here.
My buddy did a 46 GMC PU.. biggest problem is the lack of easily accessible parts. Seems the "aftermarket" for GM trucks begins at 1947. There is some stuff around but not like the 47 and newer trucks.
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03-11-2015 05:04 AM #6
thanks will start looking this week
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03-11-2015 05:10 AM #7
just tried lmc but they only go back to '47. there was an exploded view of front end sheet metal but couldn't find out if it would be same on a '46.thanks
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03-11-2015 09:23 AM #8
Another welcome and ditto Roger on pics of the build progress.
Jack.www.clubhotrod.com/forums/showthread.php?t=44081
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03-11-2015 04:17 PM #9
41 to 46 was the same body style, 47 started a new design.
But GM kept the same body for the war years. Chevy and GMC had a differing grille and hood.
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03-11-2015 06:35 PM #10
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