'47 Dodge shop truck

[I-R-POPS]

"Made in the U.S.A." on the grille seems very unique. In '47 there weren't a lot of other choices. I can't think of another instance where I have seen it that prominently displayed. I would like to see that on modern car - probably no manufacturer can say that though.

Three hours to install the seat belts doesn't sound so bad. I'll be happy if it doesn't take 3 days.

It's nice to work on this old stuff that is all USA made steel. I felt bad when I screwed a temporary plastic cup holder to the transmission tunnel after chasing my coffee cup the other day. A steel console in in the plans soon.

Interesting comment DJ. I recall reading that in 2014 the car that was rated as the most "Built in America of American Parts" was the Toyota Avalon

I love it POPS. A little known fact is that the Dodge company invented the word "Dependability"in it's advertising campaigns for their trucks.
Torchie

Thanks Torchie. And the ''JOB RATED'' term dates back to the '40s too.

The truck looks great pops and I'm glad you're getting use out of it.

I hope you're still using the 48 as well!

Thanks, it's a blast to drive. I still like the '48 too. I've been using it to chase parts and be obnoxious. Something I find satisfying at times.

 

[I-R-POPS]

I got tired of looking at the divots in the top of the front fenders and decided it was time to so something about them.

I used a 1/4'' rod for the radius and cut some patch pieces to fill in. It worked
better than I expected. A skim coat of body filler and it will be good to go.
I'll get the other side tomorrow if all goes as planned.

I got my "Horseless Carriage" plate today. Good for 5 years.

 

[Torchie]

Real nice job on the fender "Divets" POPS.[cl [cl
Torchie

 

[Skip]

POPS, That looks great! Dodge should have thought of it in the first place. [cl

 

[smallfoot]

Nice work Pops!

 

[Old Iron]

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[soltz]

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No, better. Looks like it came that way, very nice [cl

 

[Flipper_1938]

Nice job on the fenders!

 

[Old Iron]

I have to add that I would have never thought of using the rod to make the ridge
You're so ingenious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My first thought was to cut the divot out, turn it upside down and track it back in

 

[DJ3100]

Yeah, using the rod to create the detail line wasn't in my thought process either. I know they used to peak hoods that way, but I never think to apply it to other problems. Very nice job.

 

[Skip]

Now I am wondering how square rod would work out. I have a bunch of 1/8 square stock, I may just have to try it out. The spare tire divot in my right rear fender bugs me. Trick would be getting to stay straight with the corner up. [S

 

[05snopro440]

POPS, That looks great! Dodge should have thought of it in the first place. [cl

They did, on the '39's. For some reason they changed it...

 

[I-R-POPS]

Thanks guys.
I got the other fender done today. It turned out good.
The rod thing turned out to be one of my better ideas.
Now it looks a whole lot better.

 

[I-R-POPS]

Now I am wondering how square rod would work out. I have a bunch of 1/8 square stock, I may just have to try it out. The spare tire divot in my right rear fender bugs me. Trick would be getting to stay straight with the corner up. [S

You would have to be careful welding it so you didn't pull it with too much heat. It would work good I think. Go for it.

 

[I-R-POPS]

They did, on the '39's. For some reason they changed it...

I don't know why they moved the lights out but it was a mistake if you ask me.

 

[bob w]

fine work, pops

 

[05snopro440]

I don't know why they moved the lights out but it was a mistake if you ask me.

It sure was. Your truck looks really awesome with them the way they are now! Good work!

 

[Todd]

Wow Pops! As my old boss would say "you're a fart smeller, er, I mean, a smart feller".

But seriously, awesome idea.

 

[forbigpicture]

Like the way this turned out Pops......[cl[cl[cl

 

[smallfoot]

Beautiful old truck Pops!!![cl