1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver - Page 53 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Coach529 · 11-12-2018, 01:32 PM

Still on the prowl.....

NorCalGal · 11-12-2018, 07:07 PM

I’ve always liked the look of your truck. Nice job!

99 to Life · 11-13-2018, 01:30 AM

sick shots

MNchevy · 11-13-2018, 02:45 PM

Awesome truck! Have you been driving it much? Any update on your steering/ turning radius situation?

**joedoh** · 11-13-2018, 03:58 PM

still looks great man!

rusty76 · 11-14-2018, 09:11 PM

Nice. Glad to see a new pic

lower50's · 11-19-2018, 02:50 PM

That's what they are for. Nice pictures.

**LEEVON** · 11-19-2018, 03:33 PM

Glad to see old Henry stretching his legs.

Black93GT · 11-21-2018, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by LEEVON

Glad to see old Henry stretching his legs.

Same here! One of my favorite trucks on here and glad to see its getting some miles!

Coach529 · 10-08-2019, 07:02 PM

Unfortunately less than 50 miles this summer. Took him for a cruise this summer and lost all the coolant.........got it home and parked him back in the garage.

Too much stuff going on and the summer got away from me.

Thinking of pulling the 350/350 and freshen everything up.

99 to Life · 10-08-2019, 10:59 PM

summer got away! try two years of tear down and still no truck on road! Im making it a point to get my truck back on road 2020. Sometimes not driving them for a bit really fuels that urge to get back in and slam some gears.

49 CHEVY · 10-28-2019, 03:19 PM

time for an LS swap! love your truck, really nice build

Coach529 · 10-28-2019, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 49 CHEVY

time for an LS swap! love your truck, really nice build

The thought has crossed my mind.

Coach529 · 11-07-2019, 01:31 PM

Excited to work on this project again........going to pull out the SBC and see what I am up against. Shopping the local network for a rebuilt 700R4.

Coach529 · 11-05-2021, 07:58 PM

Back at it, somewhat anyway.

Starting working on some smaller stuff that never got taken care of before. Stripped the passenger door today. New glass, felt and rubber seals and lock tumbler on the way.

Not sure what the future brings. When I built this truck life was a lot different. Living in ND with long dark winters this build kept me sane. Now living in Idaho my hobbies have changed and I just do not have the passion for it. It kills me to see it sitting in the corner under a layer of dust. Garage space is a bit of a premium, so it sitting sucks. I have never been the type of person to hang onto something if I am not using it. Not sure if it will hit the market or not.

Planning on tinkering on odds and ends all winter and see what spring brings.

49 CHEVY · 11-05-2021, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coach529

Back at it, somewhat anyway.

Starting working on some smaller stuff that never got taken care of before. Stripped the passenger door today. New glass, felt and rubber seals and lock tumbler on the way.

Not sure what the future brings. When I built this truck life was a lot different. Living in ND with long dark winters this build kept me sane. Now living in Idaho my hobbies have changed and I just do not have the passion for it. It kills me to see it sitting in the corner under a layer of dust. Garage space is a bit of a premium, so it sitting sucks. I have never been the type of person to hang onto something if I am not using it. Not sure if it will hit the market or not.

Planning on tinkering on odds and ends all winter and see what spring brings.

Such a cool truck man. I loved following this build. I totally know where you are coming from though. Let me know if you end up putting a number on it
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Coach529 · 11-06-2021, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by 49 CHEVY

Such a cool truck man. I loved following this build. I totally know where you are coming from though. Let me know if you end up putting a number on it
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Thanks. Maybe some tinkering over the winter will reignite the flame a bit.

Coach529 · 11-06-2021, 11:57 AM

Current punchlist:

Rebuild both doors. Glass, seals etc.
Rebuild stock gauges
Clean up under dash wiring
TH350 front seal
Rebuild SBC
New Tail Lights
Clean up engine bay wiring

**youngrodder** · 11-08-2021, 09:13 AM

Seeing the various post on social media, I figured you were back at it. It is funny how a few items that don't work can really kill your vibe. Once you get these items knocked off I bet you will enjoy cruising around in this truck.

Glad to see you showing it some love. If you do decide to sell you wont have any problems finding someone to gladly take it off your hands.

Good luck...

Marc

lower50's · 11-08-2021, 11:52 AM

Well I hope you fixing some of the small things will get you back into love with it, the small stuff that doesn't work right or squeaks seems fine at first but gets on your nerves, after a bit then you don't want to deal with it. Life does change for many of us from time to time and we can't take everything with us.

nvrdone · 11-10-2021, 08:22 PM

I understand how some time "life" gets in the way of our "fun". Ive had my '49 since 1973 and some times it will sit for a year with out even starting it. Then the itch starts to sell it. But my good wife says just go drive it and the magic is back so I start working on it. For some reason she wont let me sell it. could be because we dated in it. I think she - the wife - and the truck are keepers.

**LEEVON** · 11-12-2021, 11:33 AM

Glad to see old Henry getting some love. Popeye sits a lot too, and still has some unfinished loose ends. I got him out this fall and tried to get ready for a show and it seemed like everything went wrong, kind of sad. I'm needing to go through it all again, like a part II or just put him in the corner. It's a weird feeling, I get it!

Daze57 · 11-12-2021, 12:47 PM

i also understand that life and personnel changes happen ----i have given up a lot in my time -- my 57 --i will not !!! it has so many memories --- and some that i dont look bk on -- but the 57 is still there -- waitin to be driven ---

just sayin
however you go sir --good luck !!!

Coach529 · 11-12-2021, 01:09 PM

I tore the passenger door apart this week and ordered some parts. New Felt and Seals. Need to find a local place to cut some glass. Finally getting the lock tumbler to work with the Altman latches. Just little stuff that I overlooked to get the truck on the road, or did not want to spend any more cash at that point.

I am going to rework my storage in my garage. Drop a rod through the ceiling to support my storage area and eliminate the post to the ground. Put Henry on the rollers and I can move him easier.

nvrdone · 11-13-2021, 10:58 PM

I did kind of the same thing to a storage shelf in my garage. I used a screw eye in the rafter, some medium duty chain and a turn buckle on the shelf end. that allowed me to make any adjustments to make the shelf level.

11-12-2018, 01:32 PM	#1301
Coach529 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Post Falls, Idaho Posts: 1,757	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Still on the prowl..... __________________ 1949 Chevy 3600 "Adventures of Henry" http://smu.gs/QOlhWY

11-12-2018, 07:07 PM	#1302
NorCalGal Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Yuba City, CA. Posts: 678	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver I’ve always liked the look of your truck. Nice job! __________________ Jan's 53

11-13-2018, 01:30 AM	#1303
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver sick shots __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

11-13-2018, 02:45 PM	#1304
MNchevy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: St. Stephen MN Posts: 10	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Awesome truck! Have you been driving it much? Any update on your steering/ turning radius situation?

11-13-2018, 03:58 PM	#1305
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,774	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver still looks great man! __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

11-14-2018, 09:11 PM	#1306
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Nice. Glad to see a new pic __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581873 The low buck build threads. Check'em out! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=666022 My build thread Crossmembers CC

11-19-2018, 02:50 PM	#1307
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver That's what they are for. Nice pictures. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

11-19-2018, 03:33 PM	#1308
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Glad to see old Henry stretching his legs. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

10-08-2019, 07:02 PM	#1310
Coach529 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Post Falls, Idaho Posts: 1,757	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Unfortunately less than 50 miles this summer. Took him for a cruise this summer and lost all the coolant.........got it home and parked him back in the garage. Too much stuff going on and the summer got away from me. Thinking of pulling the 350/350 and freshen everything up. __________________ 1949 Chevy 3600 "Adventures of Henry" http://smu.gs/QOlhWY

10-08-2019, 10:59 PM	#1311
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver summer got away! try two years of tear down and still no truck on road! Im making it a point to get my truck back on road 2020. Sometimes not driving them for a bit really fuels that urge to get back in and slam some gears. __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

10-28-2019, 03:19 PM	#1312
49 CHEVY Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 39	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver time for an LS swap! love your truck, really nice build

11-07-2019, 01:31 PM	#1314
Coach529 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Post Falls, Idaho Posts: 1,757	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Excited to work on this project again........going to pull out the SBC and see what I am up against. Shopping the local network for a rebuilt 700R4. __________________ 1949 Chevy 3600 "Adventures of Henry" http://smu.gs/QOlhWY

11-05-2021, 07:58 PM	#1315
Coach529 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Post Falls, Idaho Posts: 1,757	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Back at it, somewhat anyway. Starting working on some smaller stuff that never got taken care of before. Stripped the passenger door today. New glass, felt and rubber seals and lock tumbler on the way. Not sure what the future brings. When I built this truck life was a lot different. Living in ND with long dark winters this build kept me sane. Now living in Idaho my hobbies have changed and I just do not have the passion for it. It kills me to see it sitting in the corner under a layer of dust. Garage space is a bit of a premium, so it sitting sucks. I have never been the type of person to hang onto something if I am not using it. Not sure if it will hit the market or not. Planning on tinkering on odds and ends all winter and see what spring brings. __________________ 1949 Chevy 3600 "Adventures of Henry" http://smu.gs/QOlhWY

11-06-2021, 11:57 AM	#1318
Coach529 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Post Falls, Idaho Posts: 1,757	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Current punchlist: Rebuild both doors. Glass, seals etc. Rebuild stock gauges Clean up under dash wiring TH350 front seal Rebuild SBC New Tail Lights Clean up engine bay wiring __________________ 1949 Chevy 3600 "Adventures of Henry" http://smu.gs/QOlhWY

11-08-2021, 09:13 AM	#1319
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,774	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Seeing the various post on social media, I figured you were back at it. It is funny how a few items that don't work can really kill your vibe. Once you get these items knocked off I bet you will enjoy cruising around in this truck. Glad to see you showing it some love. If you do decide to sell you wont have any problems finding someone to gladly take it off your hands. Good luck... Marc __________________ …………...........__________ .................. ((__\|__\|\|___\____ ..;.;;.:;:;.,;..;((_(O))____ (_(O)) 1948 Chevy Truck - Finished SOLD!! 1953 Chevy Suburban "Family Truckster" Completed: Spring of 2021 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=605484 1994 4x4 Blazer - "Field Find" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...ferrerid=30857



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11-08-2021, 11:52 AM	#1320
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Well I hope you fixing some of the small things will get you back into love with it, the small stuff that doesn't work right or squeaks seems fine at first but gets on your nerves, after a bit then you don't want to deal with it. Life does change for many of us from time to time and we can't take everything with us. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

11-10-2021, 08:22 PM	#1321
nvrdone Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Moxee WA Posts: 1,482	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver I understand how some time "life" gets in the way of our "fun". Ive had my '49 since 1973 and some times it will sit for a year with out even starting it. Then the itch starts to sell it. But my good wife says just go drive it and the magic is back so I start working on it. For some reason she wont let me sell it. could be because we dated in it. I think she - the wife - and the truck are keepers. __________________ 49 chevy 3100 3 window. 327 / m21 4 spd, 12 bolt w/ 3:55's Bought in 1973 for $235.00. Had it longer than my wife & Kids!!

11-12-2021, 11:33 AM	#1322
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver Glad to see old Henry getting some love. Popeye sits a lot too, and still has some unfinished loose ends. I got him out this fall and tried to get ready for a show and it seemed like everything went wrong, kind of sad. I'm needing to go through it all again, like a part II or just put him in the corner. It's a weird feeling, I get it! __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

11-12-2021, 12:47 PM	#1323
Daze57 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Las Vegas - Nev. aka Sin City Posts: 1,835	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver i also understand that life and personnel changes happen ----i have given up a lot in my time -- my 57 --i will not !!! it has so many memories --- and some that i dont look bk on -- but the 57 is still there -- waitin to be driven --- just sayin however you go sir --good luck !!!

11-12-2021, 01:09 PM	#1324
Coach529 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Post Falls, Idaho Posts: 1,757	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver I tore the passenger door apart this week and ordered some parts. New Felt and Seals. Need to find a local place to cut some glass. Finally getting the lock tumbler to work with the Altman latches. Just little stuff that I overlooked to get the truck on the road, or did not want to spend any more cash at that point. I am going to rework my storage in my garage. Drop a rod through the ceiling to support my storage area and eliminate the post to the ground. Put Henry on the rollers and I can move him easier. __________________ 1949 Chevy 3600 "Adventures of Henry" http://smu.gs/QOlhWY

11-13-2021, 10:58 PM	#1325
nvrdone Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Moxee WA Posts: 1,482	Re: 1949 Chevy 3600 into a daily driver I did kind of the same thing to a storage shelf in my garage. I used a screw eye in the rafter, some medium duty chain and a turn buckle on the shelf end. that allowed me to make any adjustments to make the shelf level. __________________ 49 chevy 3100 3 window. 327 / m21 4 spd, 12 bolt w/ 3:55's Bought in 1973 for $235.00. Had it longer than my wife & Kids!!

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