Re: 1951 Chev 2-Ton dump questions

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Posted by OK-AL on February 15, 2007 at 12:22:24 from (12.74.197.107):

In Reply to: 1951 Chev 2-Ton dump questions posted by Tim Dyer on February 15, 2007 at 07:07:27:

$8,000 sounds terribly high to me. It would have to be in perfect condition to bring anywhere near that price.

Several problems come to mind if you want a big truck to use on modern highways.

1. Max speed is about 55 mph without a load.
2. No power steering or power brakes.
3. Puny windsheild wipers. Probably vacume operated.
4. Possible split rim wheels which means no tire shop will touch them when you get a flat.

There's probably more reasons that I haven't thought of.

If you want a truck to drive to shows or around town on pretty days, then that truck will do you just fine. If you want a truck to use and be reliable, i'd recommend a 70's or newer one-ton truck and a trailer. Much more user-fiendly, much more reliable, much more comfortable.

Just my $.02 worth,

OK-AL

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