possible 1946 chevy shortbed project
 

A buddy of mine has this truck. Its completely taken apart and there is no frame for it, just the body. seems to be all there except the chassis. I dont know much about these trucks other than they are pretty much the same from 1941-1946. Is there parts available new for these trucks? I know the S-10 frames are popular but are the 41-46 frames hard to find? Any other frames work without too much work? Wouldnt build it into a show truck, maybe rat rod style who knows. Will definately be something we drive. Would be a father/son type with with my boy. He`s only 5yrs old but loves trucks like his daddy. I just want to know what I`m getting myself into if I bought this truck.

Re: possible 1946 chevy shortbed project
 

As far as frames, they are still out there. In fact there's a couple on Ebay right now I believe. Some new parts are available from places like Jim Carter. The biggest problem is finding fenders and running boards in good shape. The only new ones available are fiberglass that I have found.
As far as running gear, the 41-46's are identical to the 47's and up from the radiator back. In fact I put a complete TCI rear leaf kit for a 47 in my 46 and it bolted right up to the existing holes.
The one thing you might have trouble with is title and registration depending on your state.

Re: possible 1946 chevy shortbed project
 

Thanks. Havent looked at the truck yet but hoping for next weekend. suppost to be all there minus the frame but dont know what condition it`s in. I can pick it up pretty cheap but if I cant find parts for it then it might not be worth it.

Re: possible 1946 chevy shortbed project
 

I agree with paintman; what about a title?
A couple years ago I bought a 45 cab for $600 with a clear title. I don't know about west-coast but around here, it was a good deal.
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Re: possible 1946 chevy shortbed project
 

Thanks guys. There is no title as far as I know but I`ve decided to pass on it. Just not alot of parts available for these year trucks and I would rather find a more complete truck to start with.