This ’55 Chevy step-side was picked up in New Mexico on a customer’s behalf. He was looking for a ’55 specifically but wanted modern steering and an updated engine with fuel injection as the intention was to make this a true driver. We opted for a 2nd gen Camaro front sub-frame and rear-end and an early 90s GM LT1.
The customer was looking for some minor mods that set the truck apart — to that end we did a front-flip hood, barn-door tailgate, welded seems, custom console, and more…
1955 Chevrolet Task Force Truck Build – Laying out the Camaro sub-frame and rear end.
1955 Chevrolet Task Force Truck Build – Crafting a frame off of the subframe using the original 1955 frame rails, cut and staggered.
1955 Chevrolet Task Force Truck Build – The chassis, coated and ready for engine and front-end fit.
1955 Chevrolet Task Force Truck Build – The engine in place.
1955 Chevrolet Task Force Truck Build – The GM LT1 engine in place.
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – Recesses (valve covers) welded into the bed rear to house the fuel filler, air shock filler, and remote battery terminals.
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – Recesses created with old valve covers.
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – The fenders, once fitted, were welded to the cab at the cowl top to the door and at the bottom at the door sill.
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – It Runs!
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – Front-tilt Hood
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – Front Bumper.
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – Rear Bumper.
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – Barn-door Tailgate.
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – 18 Inch Riddler Wheels Rear
1955 Chevrolet Truck Build – 18 Inch Riddler Wheels Front
