Putting an AD body on an S10 frame Below is just about all the info I have on putting as S10 frame underneath an advanced design truck. Some info is from folks completed the job and list problems experienced, I've never seen it done so I don't have much info to contribute but here's what I have...... There are two options to buy the conversion kits: www.Code504 - Short Bed … [Read more...] about S10 Frame Swap on an Advanced Design Chevy Truck
Classic Chevy Trucks
Troubleshooting Your Chevy Truck Gas Gauge Failure
Troubleshooting Your Chevy Truck Gas Gauge Failure Replacement Parts: Tank Sending Unit Sending Unit Float (only if not replacing the full unit) Voltage Regulator Most gas tank units consist of two parts, the gas gauge mounted in the dash and a tank sender mounted in the tank. The following trouble-shooting instructions apply to the AC-type fuel gauge, which is one of … [Read more...] about Troubleshooting Your Chevy Truck Gas Gauge Failure
1963-1987 Independent Front Suspension Upgrade
1963-1987 INDEPENDENTFRONT SUSPENSION UPGRADE FOR 1947-1955 1ST. SERIES TRUCKS The idea of using a 1963-87 independent front suspension first came to me shortly after my dad bought me my 1950 Chevrolet truck in 1991. Before I even saw the truck for the first time, I went out and purchased a book called How to restore your Chevrolet … [Read more...] about 1963-1987 Independent Front Suspension Upgrade
Generators
Generator Info I'm using a 6V (or 12V) generator and a voltage regulator. What's this about connecting two wires? To make sure you have the proper polarity after connecting a new generator with the regulator you must *momentarily* connect a jumper lead between the generator (GEN) terminal and the (BAT) terminal of the regulator *BEFORE* starting the engine. The momentary … [Read more...] about Generators
1950 S-10 Mock Up
1950 S-10 MOCK UP After taking several measurements - this body swap appeared to be quite simple. We started with a long wheel base 1985 S-10 - stripped off the cab, bed and front end sheet metal. We added a set of 3 3/4" inset 10" wide Center Lines with 11" Mickey Thompsons and 7" Sportsmans for the front. The cab was positioned and the original cab mount had to be … [Read more...] about 1950 S-10 Mock Up