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bigdaddy13 · 10-21-2012, 05:09 PM

Ok guys got a couple questions about 47-54 3100 Chevy trucks. First:What was the first year for vent windows? Next:What year did they move the gas tank from under the bed to behind the seat? And last: Was heat an option? (I've seen with and without.) I'm trying to start a 47-54 project and I know what I like and dislike on these trucks,this will help me narrow down the search. Even though I can't decide if I like a 3 or 5 window cab,I think I'm leaning more towards the 3.

One more think,does anyone know of a reference book on these trucks,kind of like a buyers guide that shows the different models and options and the changes they made year to year?
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**mr48chev** · 10-21-2012, 05:15 PM

Vent windows 51
Gas tank 49
Heat an option: yes on AD trucks and most vehicles of that era except the luxury cars.

Good luck on your hunt.

Here are a couple of links with AD truck info
http://www.adchevy.com/info/yeartoyearchanges/

http://www.pickuptrucks.com/html/his..._segment5.html

bigdaddy13 · 10-22-2012, 08:17 PM

Perfect! That's exactly what I was looking for. Answered another question that I had but forgot,about door handles. Thanks for the info.
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AZbent · 10-22-2012, 10:01 PM

Get a parts catalog from classic parts, in the front of the book it lists the changes. The catalog is free if it matters.

bigdaddy13 · 10-23-2012, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AZbent

Get a parts catalog from classic parts, in the front of the book it lists the changes. The catalog is free if it matters.

Thanks for that,I have that one and have looked through it probably 1000 times and never noticed that.
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**mr48chev** · 10-22-2012, 11:14 PM

There are other details too such as the stamped designs on the firewalls that are intended to add strength to the firewalls just as using a bead roller on sheet metal does.

sweet70beast · 10-25-2012, 07:34 PM

Another thing I noticed about my Panel is that the holes in the hood side of the hinges are just a touch smaller that the newer ones. I had to buy some replacement ones last year and had to drill out the holes to get them to go in. This only applied to the bigger holes on both sides and not the smaller one on the separate hinge, it was the same size as the newer ones.

bigdaddy13 · 10-30-2012, 08:47 PM

Thanks for the replies guys,very helpful.Now if I could find me a decent truck that doesn't break the bank.

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10-21-2012, 05:09 PM	#1
bigdaddy13 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: White Plains,MD Posts: 10	47-54 questions?? Ok guys got a couple questions about 47-54 3100 Chevy trucks. First:What was the first year for vent windows? Next:What year did they move the gas tank from under the bed to behind the seat? And last: Was heat an option? (I've seen with and without.) I'm trying to start a 47-54 project and I know what I like and dislike on these trucks,this will help me narrow down the search. Even though I can't decide if I like a 3 or 5 window cab,I think I'm leaning more towards the 3. One more think,does anyone know of a reference book on these trucks,kind of like a buyers guide that shows the different models and options and the changes they made year to year? Posted via Mobile Device

10-21-2012, 05:15 PM	#2
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,721	Re: 47-54 questions?? Vent windows 51 Gas tank 49 Heat an option: yes on AD trucks and most vehicles of that era except the luxury cars. Good luck on your hunt. Here are a couple of links with AD truck info http://www.adchevy.com/info/yeartoyearchanges/ http://www.pickuptrucks.com/html/his..._segment5.html

10-22-2012, 08:17 PM	#3
bigdaddy13 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: White Plains,MD Posts: 10	Re: 47-54 questions?? Perfect! That's exactly what I was looking for. Answered another question that I had but forgot,about door handles. Thanks for the info. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "You look like I need a drink!"

10-22-2012, 10:01 PM	#4
AZbent Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 17	Re: 47-54 questions?? Get a parts catalog from classic parts, in the front of the book it lists the changes. The catalog is free if it matters.

10-22-2012, 11:14 PM	#6
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,721	Re: 47-54 questions?? There are other details too such as the stamped designs on the firewalls that are intended to add strength to the firewalls just as using a bead roller on sheet metal does.

10-25-2012, 07:34 PM	#7
sweet70beast Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Shelley Idaho Posts: 876	Re: 47-54 questions?? Another thing I noticed about my Panel is that the holes in the hood side of the hinges are just a touch smaller that the newer ones. I had to buy some replacement ones last year and had to drill out the holes to get them to go in. This only applied to the bigger holes on both sides and not the smaller one on the separate hinge, it was the same size as the newer ones. __________________ 1970 Nova 327/T5 (my 1st car) 1971 K-20 350/350/205 (winter DD) 1953 GMC Suburban 1968 Chevy Bel Air 1976 Chev C-10 1972 Skylark (suncoupe) 1 of 3943 made

10-30-2012, 08:47 PM	#8
bigdaddy13 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: White Plains,MD Posts: 10	Re: 47-54 questions?? Thanks for the replies guys,very helpful.Now if I could find me a decent truck that doesn't break the bank. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "You look like I need a drink!"



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