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Reprinted A look back to 25 years of Golden State…Written 27 years ago
Reprinted A look back to 25 years of Golden State…Written 27 years ago
25th Anniversary Retrospective Like a tree falling in the middle of a forest, Seth Doulton's sale of his first truck part in 1973 went pretty much unnoticed. The aftermath of... Read more...
The Suburban is the longest-running non-stop nameplate in Chevrolet history; probably in automotive history
The Suburban is the longest-running non-stop nameplate in Chevrolet history; probably in automotive history
Re-printed article from my column from 1999   The Suburban is the longest-running non-stop nameplate in Chevrolet history; probably in automotive history   As you enjoy this look back over... Read more...
On the road to restoration
On the road to restoration
 On the road to restoration, often many problems come up, such as where do I start? What procedures should be followed? Financial resources are often limited, so how can the... Read more...
What’s Inside That Counts: Highlander Not a High Seller
What’s Inside That Counts: Highlander Not a High Seller
The top of the line on regular production 1972 trucks was the “Cheyenne Super.” The seats were upholstered houndstooth patterned Nylon cloth and walrus-grain vinyl in parchment, blue or olive... Read more...
Reprint of my article in Truckin' Magazine from the 1980's
Reprint of my article in Truckin' Magazine from the 1980's
In mid 1955, Chevrolet proudly proclaimed the Cameo Carrier as the "most glamorous truck on wheels." The Gold Album of Truck Values for 1955 stated that "Chevrolet has fashioned a... Read more...
Thoughts Pertaining to Youth, Hot Rodders, and Chevrolet The Hot Rod movement
Interesting!………… Zora Arkus Duntov saw a huge problem for GM, due to their lack of participation in the Hot Rodding community in the early 50's. Check out this letter he wrote on the subject: TO: Mr Maurice Olly, ADDRESS: Research & Development Section FROM: Mr Z Arkus-Duntov, ADDRESS: Research & Development Section DATE: December 16, 1953 SUBJECT: Thoughts Pertaining to Youth, Hot Rodders, and Chevrolet The Hot Rod movement and interest in things connected with hop-up and speed is still growing. As an indication: the publications devoted to hot rodding... Read more...
Save $500.00 on NEW Cameo 20-piece Bed trim kit
Save $500.00 on NEW Cameo 20-piece Bed trim kit
Save $500.00 on NEW Cameo 20-piece Bed trim kit.  Free shipping to the lower 48.  Regular price $3712.00 Sale price $3212.00 till March 1st. or while inventory lasts https://qualityclassicparts.com/products/1957-1958-cameo-bed-trim-complete-kit?utm_source=copyToPasteBoard&utm_medium=product-links&utm_content=web  ... Read more...
Cameo Taillight Fan mail
Cameo Taillight Fan mail
"I received the taillights today. I am very impressed. I will be a repeat customer." Read more...
A tale of two nuts!!
A tale of two nuts!!
A tale of two nuts!! as many of you know I try to make parts that aren’t readily available for old Chevy trucks. And I try to do them at... Read more...
Truck Trivia
Truck Trivia
Truck trivia. Most of the big box stores don’t even know about this but I thought I’d share this the 55 and 56 upper grill bars are different. Most people... Read more...
Great customers
Great customers
Purchased by his grandfather who bought it brand new off the showroom floor in 1955. This beauty still has the original Bedwood in it.  Read more...
The V75 Liquid Tire Chain
The V75 Liquid Tire Chain
Though short-lived, this unique system added safety and innovation to winter driving, making it a prized feature among collectors today. Read more...