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As most of our readers know, for this series, we look for trucks that are the more unusual. For this month, we found a vehicle that is correct for this category!  Here is almost a “one of a kind” early 1947 Chevrolet Suburban. (Yes, there was an early and late body design for this year.) Here is an example as...

It’s 1946 and WWII has been over about a year. Most of our military had returned or coming home and were ready to catch up with their years overseas. U.S. factories were switching over to produce domestic products, but not fast enough for most. This month’s Feature Truck of the Month was created in 1946 and was almost identical to...

Our special truck this month is a 1948 Chevrolet Deluxe ½ Ton owned and 95% restored by John Young of Alameda, California. Almost all of the restoration was done in his 2 car home attached garage. This became a 4 year project out of sight of the neighborhood while the two family cars set outside! When using the word “restoration”...

One of the most important factors in successful engine operation is to keep the water at far below the boiling temperature. This is best done by matching the radiator with the fan blade. On 1939-53 Chevrolet trucks there was a change in cooling fans depending on the demands the truck might have. The following three fan blade assemblies were as...