In this podcast, listeners and viewers get an introduction to the 1947 to 1955 First Series Chevrolet and GMC pickups. This detailed look at Advance Design and New Design trucks, their powertrains and chassis shares why these trucks are such popular classics. Learn more about the history, engineering, engine and transmission details, chassis layout and distinguishing features of these trucks. For better drivability, there are suggested improvements, including sensible engine changes, that preserve the profile and authenticity of these trucks. Keeping an Advance Design or New Design truck stock or readily restorable is the focus. This podcast prepares listeners and viewers for a look at all-out restomods in the next podcast.
For more information and how-to, see the YouTube channel’s videos and playlists: https://youtube.com/@4WDMechanixMagazine
