Hi to all! I'm new to this list. I just got a '53 3/4 ton Chevy. It
has the original thriftmaster six in it. I'm not sure if I want to keep
it. (I mean the engine) I kinda wanted to put a 350 in it, but I'm not
sure what all that involves. This truck will not be a show truck, I
just want it to look good, and run fine, and faster than 65 mph when I
need it to. I'd like to try to do most of the work myself, (with some
help from my husband and friends) The running gear is kind of a mess. I
know people have swapped rear axles off of other vehicles for a 1/2 ton,
but is there anything that would work for a 3/4 ton? I'm new to all of
this, but I'm learning alot as I go. With two small children, funds are
very limited. Keeping it stock seems awfully expensive. The engine
isn't running right now, need a 6 volt battery, and I'm sure there's
more. Would it just make more sense leave it and get a newer engine?
Or are these old ones worth keeping? Would love some input! Thanks in
advance!
Leah Olsen
'53 Chevy 3600
Baldwin, Wi
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