Automobile chevrolet fleetmaster series 1947 owners manual 65 pages automobile chevrolet aveo 2011 owners manual 328 pages. Dave graham 55tsm2 1955 chevy truck shop manual, 2nd series info. Besides styling changes, the new trucks saw the addition of a v8 engine option and the switch to a 12volt electrical system. It is a great looking short bed side step with a 3 chop that gives it a great look it has a manual transmission 5 on the floor. Raybuck is proud to offer an extensive inventory of repair panels for the gm pickup models from the years 1955 through 1959. Id guess the maximum number to be no more than 75,000 for all sizes. The 2nd series were open driveline, came with 12 volt systems and were a good bit roomier. All names, trademarks and logos belong to their respective. All procedures are easy to follow with a step by step format. This is a very nice limited production 1955 first series chevy 3100 half ton pickup.
This 1955 chevrolet truck shop manual reprint applies to 1955 chevrolet truck second series. They are exact reprints of original shop manuals from the factory. The truck in the photo looks more like the earlier series 1 4854,did chevrolet have a mid year body style change. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Discussion in 1955 1959 started by big block dale, sep 28, 2012. This information is for research and the promotion of the preservation of older chevys. This manual is designed to provide complete information on the service, operation, maintenance and repair of various units of the 1955 model chevrolet trucks second series. The first series was basically dentical to the previous model year, except redesigned hoodside emblems and modern open driveshaft in place of enclosed torque tube.
Outside door handle 19521959 chrome push button type, chevy gmc. Best frame for 55 chevy 2nd series classic parts talk. The second series, however, introduced the chevrolet. The second series, however, introduced the chevrolet task force. On the stovebolt site, we also refer to these midyear series trucks as 1947.
The restomod pickups are one of the most sought after collector vehicles in the market at this time. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1955 chevrolet 3100 classics for sale near you. I just acquired a 55 chevy 2nd series truck that has a s10 frame under it. Detroit iron dprgm7654tsm 1954 1955 chevy truck shop manual 1st series includes 1955 1st series supplement info. Chevrolet totally changed chassis frames when going from the first to the second series trucks. Iron dprgm7654tsm 1954 1955 chevy truck shop manual 1st series. I have never seen production numbers for 1955 1st series chevrolet trucks. Classic industries offers a wide selection of 1955 chevrolet truck parts, including 1955 chevrolet truck interior parts and soft trim, 1955 chevrolet truck exterior sheet metal, 1955 chevrolet truck moldings, 1955 chevrolet truck emblems, 1955 chevrolet truck weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation.
Most of the chevrolet truck shop manuals have a small code on the lower right corner of the front cover, which is indicated in the table in red. We stock original gm, quality restoration, and new old stock parts. Stock 1955 chevrolet 3200 classic truck equipped with a factory straight 6 cylinder engine with a 3 speed. View and download chevrolet one series 1955 owners manual online. Classic parts has an extensive inventory of chevy truck parts, reproduction parts and performance pickup parts for chevrolet trucks and gmc trucks.
Chevrolet truck shop manual 1955 models second series. Browse from hundreds of products and categories including owners manuals products. Old online chevy manuals links update 195557 vintage. Manuals, brochures, books and other literature for your classic chevy truck or car. Not exactly stock 1955 chevy 150 series 2 door business sedan. Each shop manual is complete with electrical schematics, specifications, data, capacities, wiring diagrams and much more. Owners manuals and other literature for classic chevy truck parts. The first group of trucks, known as the first series, was produced until the second series debuted on march 25, 1955. At that point, they were replaced by completely reengineered and restyled second series 55s, which promptly set a new standard for american trucks. This is great shop truck that has all the hard work done. The hagerty classic truck valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1955 chevrolet first series 3100 12 ton and assess the current state of the classic truck market. Chevrolet one series 1955 owners manual pdf download.
The truck had been restored in arizona and had the stock originality and wonderful wow factor that vietta had been hoping to find. Learn about the body style and mechanics of each series. Engine, horsepower, torque, dimensions and mechanical details for the 1955 chevrolet 12. Mine was not as nice as the one in the above photo. Please report any broken links or pages that do not load properly. For your next chevy truck restoration or tune up, choose bobs chevy trucks. This guess is based on the assumption of 551st selling through march 1955, and the sales being no more than 25% of the 1954 totalproduction which was less than the 1953 production. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. Aug, 2019 and vietta didnt have to think too hard about her decision when she came across a 1955 chevrolet 3100 second series pickup that she found online. Chevrolet 1955 truck owners manual2nd series 55 ebay.
These manuals are a must for anyone who is restoring or just enjoying their classic truck. This is a very nice limited production 1955 first series chevy 3100 half ton. Initially, the trucks were much the same as in 54, but at midyear the company introduced a new generation, featuring updated lines with a scalloped hood, wraparound windshield, hooded headlights and other changes. Parts for 1955 chevrolet and gmc truck parts 1955 truck parts.
Black exterior custom interior scarlet w silver velor. There were four transmissions among the 1955 chevrolet lightduty truck options. View and download chevrolet chevy 1955 assembly manual online. Door panel fastening screws, zinc, enough for both door panels, works for chevy or gmc trucks, for 1955. Chevrolet chevy truck shop manual 2nd series dated 1955, excellent condition. This fully restored 1955 chevrolet 3100 pickup truck is offered to you for sale by scottsdale autos. They are jam packed with illustrations and all of the information you will need about your truck. Comprehensive history of 19471955 1st series advance design. This frameoffrestored 1955 chevy 3100 custom pickup was recently completed and has le. The 1955 second series offered standard options and addons such as 12volt electrical systems, the first v8 the 265 cubic inch, and fleetside 6foot, 7foot, and 8footlength beds. If you would just like us to send you a free catalog by mail, you can add one to your cart and you will not be required to supply your card information.
These trucks continued into 1955 and remained on sale until march 25, 1955 when chevrolet announced allnew early v8 pickup trucks. These chevy service manuals are written and designed to help you get vital specifications and accurate information on your 1940s to 1970s chevy truck. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. Chevrolet chevy service manuals original shop books factory. To be offered at auction at rm sothebys palm beach event, 20 21 march 2020. Jim carters old chevy trucks your biggest source for chevy and gmc truck parts 1934 to 1972. Decoding the chevrolet truck vin model years 1947 1955 serial number location truck serial number is located on the left front body hinge pillar, except on models with cowl less windshield where the serial plate is located on the left hand cowl side inner panel except forward control chassis serial number plates installed by the body builder. The early 1955 chevrolet trucks, generally called first series 55s, were sold through march. Chevrolet truck shop manual 2nd series 1955 this is the original manual that a chevrolet dealer mechanic used to service trucks. Official shop manuals that the dealers and shop technicians use to diagnose, service and repair your chevy pickup truck, astro van, blazer, camaro, colorado, corvette, cruze, equinox, express van, s10, silverado, suburban, tahoe, or volt vehicles. Chevy service manuals original shop books factory repair. Dave graham 1955 chevy truck shop manual, 2nd series.
Greatlooking, very solid and rare short bed gmc pickup. This brand new chevrolet truck operators manual contains the information you need for the basic operation and care of all second series 1955 chevrolet trucks, including pickup, panel, platform, suburban, light, medium and heavy duty truck models including the 1ton and 2ton. These iconic trucks are more popular now than ever, and we have the repair panels to help restore yours. Most of the chevrolet truck shop manuals have a small code on the. Original chevy factory repair manuals, written for gm chevrolet. Unlike in 1947, in 1955 chevrolet called the earlier trucks 1955 first series. To see ads from the march, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. The truck is a deluxe cab with a 316 v8 and hydramatic transmission. After spending years helping others realize their dreams, pat mccollough decided it was time to build a hot rod pickup of his own and this 1955 chevy 3100 second series was born. Look no further for your second series gm pickup repair panels. Trucks in the 3100 through 3600 series came standard with the columnactivated. Classic parts of america is your complete source for your 55 2nd series 59 truck. Ecklers chevy truck is your one stop shop for 1955 chevy truck parts.
This truck has a manual transmission and is in great condition almost no rust. This oem 1955 chevy truck shop manual 2nd series is a high quality print reproduction of the original shop manual published by chevrolet motor division. The 1955 frame, on the other hand, had perfectly parallel siderails in plan view. First series 1955 trucks are similar to 1954 models fenders are at a lower level than the hood. Dec 07, 2010 a friend of mine is looking at a 1955 chevy truck that is for sale and i thought i knew what a 55 chevy truck looks like but i am at at loss. All names, trademarks and logos belong to their respective owners. As the successor to the venerable advance design trucks, the task force series ran from late 1955 second series through 1959. Find 1955 chevrolet 3100s for sale on oodle classifieds. Given the fact that this manual was written to be used by dealership mechanics in the 50s, you can be sure that you will be getting the highest quality instructions and illustrations to help walk you through your next project. Manuals and literature for your classic chevy truck 195559. View and download chevrolet chevy1955 assembly manual online. It looks way too narrow and after some research i found it is too narrow. The cameo pickups were built on the 2nd series of the 1955 trucks.