1948 Chevy put together again, first time in 58 years!

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  • Опубліковано 22 бер 2024
  • I start piecing the 1948 Chevy together. Grill, radiator, bumper, running boards, lights. And more.
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    Cortaro, Az
    85652-1772
    Business inquiries and if you have an abandoned vehicle you think dad and me might be interested in email us here
    Travisblades1956@gmail.com
    Interested in pre 1980 abandoned cars or trucks/ barn finds. (Not interested in foreign cars) and 1st and 2nd gen Cummins (89-98) diesels only
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  • @HiramPaige
    @HiramPaige 3 місяці тому +24

    Young man thank you for keeping the class alive. Your father has taught you well, no matter what nobody says. YOU ARE THE MAN!!!!

    • @theetravisb
      @theetravisb  3 місяці тому +2

      💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

  • @daveo2821
    @daveo2821 3 місяці тому +13

    $20!?!? I guess all of us who have saved nuts and bolts in jars have a small fortune!😂

  • @kevinfiebelkorn4715
    @kevinfiebelkorn4715 3 місяці тому +28

    I've watched this build from day one and I'm loving the payoff. My father bought a 5 window 48 new and it's the first vehicle I remember riding in. After 68 years I still have a soft spot for them.Thank you for keeping it original.

  • @johnruppe1699
    @johnruppe1699 3 місяці тому +4

    Looking good Travis! Missed seeing Rick! His value as wingman in your channel can’t be underestimated. Yes, it’s your show, and you do great, but it IS better with at least a brief appearance and wisdom nugget from Rick. Ida like to have seen him come do a 10 second pop/massage of the ding in the passenger front fender, tell us why he used the particular shape dolly and then roll on out.

  • @up-n-runnin377
    @up-n-runnin377 3 місяці тому +15

    I'm really enjoying this build. Back in the early to mid 70's, I learned to drive on my uncle's dairy farm. He had two work trucks, a 1949 and a 1950 Chevy pickup. One was a 3 window and one was a 5 window. So, this truck brings back a lot of good memories. I always enjoyed driving those trucks. In the later 70's and early 80's, I used to run oats from the field to the mill in a 1946 Chevy dump truck. That truck still had the crank out windshield. Good times.

  • @mikeguthrie5432
    @mikeguthrie5432 3 місяці тому +9

    Ahh, those "days of yesteryear", brought to us by Mr. "Travis"! Love your video. I'm an old dinosaur of 82, and it brings back memories of the days when they made these oldsters. Keep up the good work Sir! And thanks for bringing these oldsters back to life.

    • @theetravisb
      @theetravisb  3 місяці тому +2

      Thanks for watching it happen

  • @user-fd4kn5eh2u
    @user-fd4kn5eh2u 3 місяці тому +10

    Nice gesture giving the old engine to the museum. Love your channel!

  • @ajre9466
    @ajre9466 3 місяці тому +9

    Thank you for putting the massive effort to bring these videos to us

    • @theetravisb
      @theetravisb  3 місяці тому +1

      Glad you can appreciate it 👍🏻

  • @sclemmons1
    @sclemmons1 3 місяці тому +5

    White Teflon tape isn't meant for use with fuel, going forward you want to buy the yellow Teflon tape used for gasoline, kerosene, diesel, and other similar substances. They are like $2.75 a roll from Lowe's or Home Depot.

  • @steeliewheelies
    @steeliewheelies 3 місяці тому +9

    Oh man, to stay up and binge this entire video or go to sleep knowing tomorrow will be great…a great crossroads to find myself upon

  • @lsproductions1971
    @lsproductions1971 3 місяці тому +6

    “Whenever you get a giant hole filled it’s a good feeling” -Travis

  • @sagewolf-lk7qc
    @sagewolf-lk7qc 3 місяці тому +4

    that tank and sender wow..

  • @EricsUnfinishedProjects
    @EricsUnfinishedProjects 3 місяці тому +9

    Love the old Air Force truck and the Model A. Great work Travis!

  • @swhod2190
    @swhod2190 3 місяці тому +3

    It's like a breath of fresh air to hear that you love original! I like to watch auto wrenching videos, but a lot of them chop, lower, replace chassis, all of which makes me cringe! Great work on the '48!

    • @theetravisb
      @theetravisb  3 місяці тому +3

      . We want to be on the road as cool but cheap as possible. All the customizing just takes too much time and money

  • @staninjapan07
    @staninjapan07 3 місяці тому +4

    This channel never ever disappoints.
    Thanks a lot.

  • @darrenlandis3510
    @darrenlandis3510 3 місяці тому +4

    I have really been enjoying your content since you went to New Jersey, I like you how show how to do repair's and keep it simple and so glad to see you and your dad working together.

    • @theetravisb
      @theetravisb  3 місяці тому +1

      Glad you enjoy that’s what we’re all about

  • @joemonahan2972
    @joemonahan2972 3 місяці тому +9

    Always a pleasure to watch what you and father do.

  • @lboutdoors8690
    @lboutdoors8690 3 місяці тому +4

    Its coming together nicely Travis!! Glad you are keeping it as original as you possibly can. Keep up the good work!!

  • @geion54
    @geion54 3 місяці тому +2

    WOW, That Ford is gorgeous.!!!!!

  • @Cimmerian415
    @Cimmerian415 3 місяці тому +4

    Travis, what an absolute pleasure to watch you resurrect this '48 Chevy pickup.

    • @theetravisb
      @theetravisb  3 місяці тому +3

      Thanks for watching 🤙🏻

  • @Jamestfarrell
    @Jamestfarrell 3 місяці тому +3

    My 49 IH KB2 also came without electric turn signals. I thought that I would avoid drilling holes in the body for new lights but your solution sounds best-Thanks!

  • @stantilton2191
    @stantilton2191 3 місяці тому +2

    That old can of screws and bolts has become quite valuable in this crazy world. Love the old trucks.

  • @robertnauss4815
    @robertnauss4815 3 місяці тому +3

    Awesome job you and your dad do it old school... Inspirational for other back yard guys fixing up cars..

  • @craigbowley6783
    @craigbowley6783 3 місяці тому +2

    Good on you for donating to the museum. That's really cool. Museums always need donations. And anyone that has something to give. Should. Even time if ya got it.

  • @user-pu7ds6pm1k
    @user-pu7ds6pm1k 3 місяці тому +3

    Love how you restore the original mechanical parts. Great to see this running. Thank you.

  • @blue32nu
    @blue32nu 3 місяці тому +2

    The drone shots are really cool 👍

  • @garywilson12
    @garywilson12 3 місяці тому +1

    its nice you gave the 216 to the museum folks, truck starting to take shape

  • @Cam-sm1iz
    @Cam-sm1iz 3 місяці тому +3

    Good one Travis! That is cool old pickup.

  • @michaelseymour3534
    @michaelseymour3534 3 місяці тому +2

    Appreciate that you are going to keep it original - beautiful automobile.

  • @mfc4591
    @mfc4591 3 місяці тому +2

    I am getting into my 60's now , but my Dad had a model A when he was a young man ! How times have changed and not necessarily for the better . Love watching you work on old tired cars and bringing them back to life.

  • @frankhall4
    @frankhall4 3 місяці тому +2

    You are amazing that you got a left for dead truck and it is fully functioning now. I really enjoyed the video….neat truck.. I enjoy originality as well. You or whoever buys the truck should paint it back Air Force blue and add the yellow Air Force lettering back. Really cool truck…and I have always liked model a’s. Good choice.

  • @supernovaVII
    @supernovaVII 3 місяці тому +2

    Pretty dang cool!

  • @Wayne-Kj
    @Wayne-Kj 3 місяці тому +2

    When I first started working on cars as a young kid the wiring was a mystery to me as well. When I graduated high school I joined the Navy and they made me an Aviation Electrician's Mate. Problem solved. At least until everything became computer controlled!

  • @TroyStafford1
    @TroyStafford1 3 місяці тому +1

    I love how Bob pulled up in a Comanche, that is cool as heck

  • @haemhorrhoidian
    @haemhorrhoidian 3 місяці тому +2

    Ohh Dude 🙂 that model A's a beauty, really love what you're doing, your 48 Chevy deserves to be back on the road, you're right too, originality speaks a thousand words 😎 cool stuff Dude!!

  • @37silverstreak1
    @37silverstreak1 3 місяці тому +1

    The U.S. Air Force became its own branch of the military the same year your truck was built 1948. It would be great to see it restored to its original Air Force livery.

  • @edrushbrook
    @edrushbrook 3 місяці тому +2

    You’re doing great Travis. I enjoy your channel so much.

  • @davidkeys1879
    @davidkeys1879 3 місяці тому +2

    I like that you like to fix up the really old vehicles.

  • @flight084
    @flight084 3 місяці тому +2

    Awesome job on the 48 P/U Travis. Can't wait for interior make up on your next video. I am also working on the interior on the 1980 Dodge Ram W200 P/U and making good progress and taking good care of her.

  • @tbs-23
    @tbs-23 3 місяці тому +2

    Dude, leave the parking lights on. They look good that way! Great job

  • @steeliewheelies
    @steeliewheelies 3 місяці тому +4

    Wow dude I cannot believe how we lucked out with the fuel tank like that!!

  • @williamkarenschrecengost8408
    @williamkarenschrecengost8408 3 місяці тому +1

    Travis, it’s nice to watch your videos on how you pace yourself and explain what you are doing. Good luck with your builds. Looking for more.

  • @johnkendrick7304
    @johnkendrick7304 3 місяці тому +3

    You need to give yourself a pat on the back. You did one hell of a job on that water pump / fan and I really like the what you did with those parking lights. I always like them to be on with the headlights. Keep up the great work

    • @theetravisb
      @theetravisb  3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you appreciate that.

  • @thomasbradley4868
    @thomasbradley4868 3 місяці тому +1

    I wish new trucks had those windshield screens on the top they are soooo cool!!😊!!!!

  • @ronniepapepape1629
    @ronniepapepape1629 3 місяці тому +2

    Beautiful 31 model A Ford. Sweet ride.

  • @paulbujarski8270
    @paulbujarski8270 3 місяці тому +3

    If you every need to make gaskets for lights I use the black foam underlayment for laminite flooring it comes in a roll for a cheap price and you can make lots of gaskets with it

  • @michaelmason4206
    @michaelmason4206 3 місяці тому +1

    It just keeps getting better and better

  • @terryeustice5399
    @terryeustice5399 3 місяці тому +1

    Great Job Travis. Got a lot accomplished on this video. The 1948 Chevy is almost complete. Plus the model A is sweet.! Thank you for sharing!
    💯👍👊

  • @craigbowley6783
    @craigbowley6783 3 місяці тому +1

    I'd definitely be keeping that car! And keeping it All original!🇺🇸👌

  • @paulgrimm
    @paulgrimm 3 місяці тому +3

    That’s a sweet old truck ❤.Im digging the patena

  • @stevenweikart2258
    @stevenweikart2258 3 місяці тому +1

    Love this build, love your keeping it original and really enjoying watching the progress! Great find on the "A"

  • @gregpennington5305
    @gregpennington5305 3 місяці тому +2

    Awesome Truck! Well done.

  • @daviddamico4288
    @daviddamico4288 3 місяці тому +2

    Really great work Travis looks good and sounds awesome… nice car too ….

  • @yogithebear7493
    @yogithebear7493 3 місяці тому

    "When ever you get a giant hole filled, it's just a good feeling"😂

  • @cliffhaupt5413
    @cliffhaupt5413 3 місяці тому +1

    “Start them all before you tighten any”. Jeff Bradshaw.

  • @enclavegeneral2077
    @enclavegeneral2077 3 місяці тому

    That truck is full of character

  • @mrgreezy1
    @mrgreezy1 3 місяці тому +1

    Excellent call on the visor… it seriously increases the cool factor.. makes it look pissed off 🤣 love it !!!

  • @darrenhawken9766
    @darrenhawken9766 3 місяці тому +1

    Great work , keeping true to original design, thanks for sharing 👍💨💨

  • @13garage._
    @13garage._ 3 місяці тому +2

    music in the background sounds like soundtrack to mudrunner.

    • @mok822
      @mok822 3 місяці тому +1

      love snowrunner

  • @steeliewheelies
    @steeliewheelies 3 місяці тому +4

    I’m with you on a lot of things. Wiring is not my favorite. And I prefer finding old cars in their original bone stock form as they came from the factory. That Model A is PERFECT!! I’m so excited to hear that you’ll be hanging on to it. I don’t think I could ever sell it if I had one. I think about things like Henry Ford being alive when the car came through the assembly line too. I’m happy that car landed in your hands. Oh, and the shadow of the fuel gauge needle in the truck is so cool, those kind of details are so much cooler to me than any brand new shiny gauge

    • @theetravisb
      @theetravisb  3 місяці тому +4

      Yes we share the same enthusiasms about that stuff it’s really cool

  • @user-qr7ee2cp4y
    @user-qr7ee2cp4y 2 місяці тому

    Great job getting this truck back on the road. It sat collecting dust long enough...

  • @romandjma.recordplayers7806
    @romandjma.recordplayers7806 3 місяці тому +2

    That Model A is beautiful, I'm jealous!

  • @rolagzz20
    @rolagzz20 3 місяці тому +1

    It´s always a pleasure to watch your videos, keep up the nice work guys! Cheers!

  • @johncaballero8013
    @johncaballero8013 3 місяці тому +1

    Amazing work! Your truck is turning out very nice. 👍

  • @Sdconstruct
    @Sdconstruct 3 місяці тому +2

    Keep em coming!

  • @ryanintopeka
    @ryanintopeka 3 місяці тому

    Love watching these builds. That visor is the bommmmb.
    If I lived near you, we would be hanging out and wrenching together.

  • @Baystateboy125
    @Baystateboy125 3 місяці тому +2

    The windshield brow is a nice touch.

  • @user-or1qy1mi9h
    @user-or1qy1mi9h 3 місяці тому

    Oh wow Travis! What a beauty..
    Your hard work is getting this lovely old Chevy back on the road again. Outstanding work 👏🏻
    Congratulations!!

  • @robertlacob8831
    @robertlacob8831 3 місяці тому +1

    Travis, the truck is finally coming around. It will look much better when finished as everything will be put back to where it belongs. That model A is the way I would purchase one also, all original.

  • @Sdconstruct
    @Sdconstruct 3 місяці тому +1

    Looking good Travis! Huge accomplishment so far!

  • @MartinRodriguez-ti6cp
    @MartinRodriguez-ti6cp 3 місяці тому +1

    Great resurrection, love it !!

  • @timsowry2237
    @timsowry2237 3 місяці тому +1

    Another great video chap. Well done with all you have achieved.

  • @euro5227
    @euro5227 3 місяці тому +3

    When it comes to tanks, it always kind of bothers me when people go straight to getting a new one if there's some rust inside (not that it was the case here); have you ever looked into rust removal through electrolysis? You put an acidic/basic solution inside the tank, make it act as the anode and flow current through it with something like a battery charger, I had a bad tank that I redid this way once and it works great.
    Also, the engine looks super good being repainted and everything else rusty

  • @JazzStrat781
    @JazzStrat781 3 місяці тому +1

    Always loved these trucks Travis 👍 you did an awesome job, best to you and yours

  • @xozindustries7451
    @xozindustries7451 3 місяці тому +1

    Great work, looks like a fun truck to drive

  • @martinharris5017
    @martinharris5017 3 місяці тому +1

    What a mint gas tank! That just never happens! The truck is looking great Travis, Good work, (Edit: Spelling corrections, I was typing in the dark!)

  • @TK-ff5kc
    @TK-ff5kc 3 місяці тому +1

    Nice work as usual, can't wait to hear the story on the ford.

  • @blackbuttecruizr
    @blackbuttecruizr 3 місяці тому +1

    Beautiful runner!

  • @deanriley1284
    @deanriley1284 3 місяці тому

    You have made a great job of that truck. Kept everything you could and replaced everything you had to! Looking forward to next one 👍👍

  • @EricB-somejibberish
    @EricB-somejibberish 3 місяці тому +1

    Great video to watch - can’t wait for the model A story

  • @ronaldfarmer1208
    @ronaldfarmer1208 3 місяці тому +2

    old Chev looking. great !

  • @craigbowley6783
    @craigbowley6783 3 місяці тому

    The cars and trucks of that era always look better with visor's.👌🇺🇲

  • @peterselten500
    @peterselten500 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi travis good to see another one brought back an cool model a . Cheers mate🇦🇺

  • @adautoeduardocontisolano4187
    @adautoeduardocontisolano4187 3 місяці тому +2

    Thanks for your effort bro, I like your videos so much

  • @hotwizard6487
    @hotwizard6487 3 місяці тому +1

    It appears to me that gas tank was put in there many years ago and never once had gas put in it. That was an awesome score for you Travis. This truck looked like a pile of junk on you first got it but it's actually turning out to be a true winner.

  • @johndonlon1611
    @johndonlon1611 3 місяці тому

    This has been a terrific "get it on the road" series. I really hope you go the distance and put the Air Force paint and lettering back on it.

  • @keithwallick7440
    @keithwallick7440 3 місяці тому

    Impressed with what you've been able to accomplish! Trucks looking great and Cady is a great find!

  • @marktaylor8659
    @marktaylor8659 3 місяці тому +1

    The 48 Chevy is looking fantastic, but that Model A is really nice. Don't know what you'd need to do to it other than refresh the flowers in those rear vases hanging from the windows. Thanks for sharing.

  • @patrickmidiri1543
    @patrickmidiri1543 3 місяці тому +1

    Great video Travis, love the model A. Great progress on the chev pickup. I can’t Wait to see the interior and how it comes out. Have great week.

  • @charleshundley9805
    @charleshundley9805 3 місяці тому +1

    Super sweet truck! I like it!

  • @gaborhorvath2478
    @gaborhorvath2478 3 місяці тому +1

    Such an awesome work Travis! I really like your videos! I learning a lot from them! ✌️🔥

  • @railmeat
    @railmeat 3 місяці тому

    I am really enjoying watching this build and your channel generally. Thanks.

  • @OldCarAlley
    @OldCarAlley 3 місяці тому

    Enjoyed! The "A" is awesome.

  • @elispomalesmorales9662
    @elispomalesmorales9662 3 місяці тому +1

    I love this truck!!!!

  • @jonpeters2700
    @jonpeters2700 3 місяці тому

    I like the parling lights to stay on also, it's your truck, wire it the way you want it.

  • @impalaman4546
    @impalaman4546 3 місяці тому +2

    Great video thanks for sharing 👍

  • @CAROLDDISCOVER-FINDER2525
    @CAROLDDISCOVER-FINDER2525 2 місяці тому

    Nice that you saved this old Chevy.

  • @tomclaes450
    @tomclaes450 3 місяці тому +1

    Love the old Patina trucks i have also a Chevy 54 Patina truck greetings from Belgium europe 👍👍👍👍

    • @theetravisb
      @theetravisb  3 місяці тому +2

      That’s cool is it hard to get a truck like that over there

    • @tomclaes450
      @tomclaes450 3 місяці тому +1

      @@theetravisb now and easy to get spare Parts 👍👍👍

  • @mrfishbulb7187
    @mrfishbulb7187 3 місяці тому +1

    Great work.

  • @RustyInventions-wz6ir
    @RustyInventions-wz6ir 3 місяці тому +1

    Beautiful model A