New to the game 1955.1 4400

[Gundu7475]

Hey all. I'm new to this game and Haven't found too much on my type of truck. I bought it last week. It's not in terrible condition with minimal rust theough (front cowls) which I've just ordered on old chevy trucks. I will need some help in the future. Anyone have this truck. Also since its a dump truck ( 1 1/2 ton) does anyone know if the body is same as pick ups. God, I hope so!!! Thanks I'm advance. --Craig

[69l46vert]

Nice truck and welcome to the forum. The 54's are my favorite but I'm biased since I have a 54 too. I'm pretty sure the cabs are the same but the fenders might be bigger than the ones on the pickups. Someone here will know for sure. Love the 54-55.1 chevy grilles too. Not as common as other types. Rick

[Gundu7475]

Thanks for the welcome. Hopefully someone will read the thread that has the same truck. I only saw one from 2007-08 and I think he's gone from the site. What series is your '54? Thanks again.

[69l46vert]

Originally Posted by Gundu7475

Thanks for the welcome. Hopefully someone will read the thread that has the same truck. I only saw one from 2007-08 and I think he's gone from the site. What series is your '54? Thanks again.

MIne is a 54 GMC 1/2 ton short bed. But it's missing a lot of parts. Yours looks like a rugged old truck and road ready.

[Gundu7475]

It turns over but doesnt start. Maybe electrical. I ordered a new gas tank and sending unit. We'll see this week. Try that old Chevy trucks web site. They a ton of parts as Ive learned. Do you have a picture of your truck?

[69l46vert]

Here's some pics from last June when I first got it. It's missing stuff but the rust isn't bad. Yours looks pretty complete. Cool that it has a dump body on it.

[Gundu7475]

That's a nice truck!

[whitedog76]

This link has alot of good info.

http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com...4ctsm0101.html

You may also want to pick up a copy of the 47-54 factory assembly manual. It's basically the factory blue prints.

http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=LFA4754

It's the best $35 you'll spend on your truck.

Looking through the assembly manual, the 3000,4000, and 6000 trucks all share the same cab. Fenders and hood, are the major difference. Grille on the other hand, I'm not for sure of. My guess is that it's the same.

[Gundu7475]

Thanks so much for responding. Yes I picked up the manual. I've been going through it. It is a great place to start. I actually bought the manual before the guy agreed on a price because I thought it was a lock. Then he wouldn't sell. I waited 4 months with the manual and called him again. He didn't want it to sit another winter (nor did I) and he agrees on the price. So now I have the manual and truck!!

[Gundu7475]

Correction.... I have the shop manual. Not this. Thank you!!

[Gundu7475]

Does anyone know where I can get the side emblem that says either Chevrolet or 4400 or both. I only find 3100. Which seems to be the hot item.

[whitedog76]

Originally Posted by Gundu7475

Does anyone know where I can get the side emblem that says either Chevrolet or 4400 or both.

Good luck. The time to buy one is when you find one.

This is what yours should look like.

[Highsider]

I'd be searching Ebay. These are not mine:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lot-of-2-Che...a3d5fe&vxp=mtr

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1950-1951-19...cdacac&vxp=mtr

[Gundu7475]

Thanks to both. I really like that 4400 emblem. I put a bid on it with that seller. We'll see!

[Daniel U]

Welcome to the site from CA. My mom and I both have '54 5 window trucks. Here's is a 3600 (3/4 ton) long bed and mine is a 3100 short.

[Gundu7475]

Originally Posted by whitedog76

Good luck. The time to buy one is when you find one.

This is what yours should look like.

I bought them. Thanks for the advice. Can't wait to get em. Although I have a lot of work ahead of me, it's nice to know I have them.

[Gundu7475]

Originally Posted by Daniel U

Welcome to the site from CA. My mom and I both have '54 5 window trucks. Here's is a 3600 (3/4 ton) long bed and mine is a 3100 short.

Thanks for the welcome. So cool you and your mom share the love. Thanks again.