One of the rarest Chevrolet dealer installed truck accessories of the 1950's. Charles Callis of Union City, Tennessee recently found this original radiator cover that he installs for shows on his 1953 1/2 ton.
Note the Chevrolet logo on the lower right side to prove it's the real thing!
It is pictured in the 1949 Chevrolet Salesman's Data Book on the Truck Accessory page. Chevrolet describes it as:
"For all models of trucks. Adjustable; constructed of Fabrikold. Aids engine warm-up.
Protects engine from cold blasts. Improves efficiency in stop-and-go operations."
The thin oil cloth type material did not last long either on the truck or during off season in storage. No doubt the dealer discarded his unsold stock in a few years.
You can contact Charles by email at: charlespcallis@juno.com
