Frame Off, Custom Build! GM 383 V8, Automatic, A/C, PS, PB, Heidts, 4-Wheel Disc

1948 Chevrolet Other Pickups Description:

1948 Chevrolet 3100 5-Window Pickup

Vin: FAB598579F2208

New to our inventory is this beautiful custom 1948 Chevrolet 3100 5-Window Pickup! It is the benefit of a recently completed frame off custom build that took 5 years to complete. Absolutely no expense was spared on making this 5 Window Pickup the best it could be. Read on to find out more about this beautiful pickup.

Under the hood sits a fresh built GM 383ci Stroker V8 Engine, Pertronix Ignition, High Output Alternator, Polished Intake, Pulleys and Valve Covers tied to a TH350 3-Speed Automatic Transmission with Lokar Shifter and 1700 Stall Convertor and Ford 9 inch Rear End. Features include Vintage A/C and Heat, Power Steering, and Power 4-Wheel Disc Brakes. Front suspension has been upgraded to a Heidts Superide Front Clip with polished suspension components and QA1 Coil Overs.

The interior features high grade pleather sewn using french stitching, a full headliner, and German tight weave carpet. Dynamat Extreme was applied to all surfaces for heat and sound reduction. The dash is complimented with VSU gauges and management system, as well as Vintage A/C & Heat Controls. The center console features interior door poppers, controls for the Lexus power windows that operate smoothly, and a Pioneer radio that controls the custom sound system. The cabin is finished off with smoke tint glass.

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Mechanics:
GM 383ci V8
Engine # 3970010
- Casting Date: D15
- Vin: 15M2422507
Serial # VO404CMJ
Stock Heads
91 Octane or Below
Single 4 Barrel
Edelbrock 4 Barrel
- Carb #: 1406
- Electric Choke
- 600 cfm
TH350 3-Speed Automatic
Front Suspension: Independent
Rear Suspension: Leaf Spring
Ford 9"
- Open Differential
- Ratio: Approximately 3.50:1
Brakes:
- Front: Power Disc
- Rear: Power Disc
Exhaust:
Dual Exhaust
MagnaFlow
Wheels and Tires
Front Wheels: American Racing 18"
Rear Wheels: American Racing 20"
Front Tires: Nitto 235/40ZR18
Rear Tires: Nitto 275/35ZR20
- Relocated Custom Gas Tank to Back
- Tail Pipes look Good
- Exhaust looks Great
- Frame is Solid
- Fenders are Steel
- Running Boards are Steel
- Upper and Lower Control arms are Stainless
- Front Frame Horns look Good

Body:
- Custom Pin Stripes
- Electric Door Handles
- Doors Jams are Clean
- Oak Bed looks Great
- Stainless in Bed looks Good
- Custom Hardware Holding Tailgate Up

Interior:
- Door Panel looks Great
- Carpet in Good Condition
- Tilt Column
- Custom Steering Wheel
- Custom Gauges
- Dash in Great Condition
- Aluminum is All Polished
- A/C Controls Under Dash
- Custom Shifter
- Custom Bench Seat
- Seat Belt
- Head Liner in Good Shape
- Stainless on Dash is Beautiful
- After Market Radio

Operating Instructions:
To open doors from outside press the switch on the inside of door handle.
To open doors from the inside press button on the console.
Rocker switches control the power windows, key must be on the remote.
Pressing the lock button will disable the handle so no entry is allowed.
Pressing the unlock button will activate the handles.
There is an emergency door release cable located at the bottom of the door to manually open the door if there is a loss of power.

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