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56chevy1300 · 12-21-2006, 01:50 PM

It all started when I bought my first Truckin’ Magazine when I was 13. That was 20 years ago.

I’ve always liked the styling of the 55-59 Chevys and GMC’s and wanted to build something my way, but not from stratch. So I found this 56 Chevy pickup in October 2005 that was restored back to stock by the previous owner.

My plans include updating the drivetrain and suspension by dropping in a 350 V8 with automatic, Camaro IFS, Camaro rear axle, 17” wheels, power steering and power brakes in an attempt to build a reliable daily driver.

I’m already into my project 14 months, so I have lots of progress made.

I will be looking for advice and input as I go along.

Enough babble.

Enjoy the pics!

Ross

Here are pics of the back-to-stock restoration done by the previous owner:

12-21-2006, 01:50 PM	#1
56chevy1300 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 522	My Project 56Chevy1300 It all started when I bought my first Truckin’ Magazine when I was 13. That was 20 years ago. I’ve always liked the styling of the 55-59 Chevys and GMC’s and wanted to build something my way, but not from stratch. So I found this 56 Chevy pickup in October 2005 that was restored back to stock by the previous owner. My plans include updating the drivetrain and suspension by dropping in a 350 V8 with automatic, Camaro IFS, Camaro rear axle, 17” wheels, power steering and power brakes in an attempt to build a reliable daily driver. I’m already into my project 14 months, so I have lots of progress made. I will be looking for advice and input as I go along. Enough babble. Enjoy the pics! Ross Here are pics of the back-to-stock restoration done by the previous owner: Attached Images