New 1950 dodge Truck to me

[Merle Coggins]

It only looks factory because it was painted with the rest of the truck at one time. It could have been a compass mount, with a broken/missing compass. The only use I can think of at the moment would be to hand your wife's purse.

[lonejacklarry]

Some models of the Guide brand traffic signal viewers were mounted on the dash with a similar looking ball so it could be adjusted for the driver.

This might be a different version that mounts to the desk instead of being atop it.  

[B1B Keven]

12 hours ago, 5027 steve said:

Best place to try and find parts....-wire harness-gauge cluster-Door and glass weatherstrip..original hub caps ...

Welcome. Post more pics of the truck please. We love pics.

The search function is a great help.

http://www.robertsmotorparts.com/store/trucks

https://dcmclassics.com/

http://www.pilothouseinteriors.com/home-page.html

https://enginebarn.myshopify.com/

http://www.clestersauto.com/Pages/DodgeTrucks.aspx

 

 

 

[5027 steve]

Thanks Kevin

[B1B Keven]

You're welcome. You've got a PM.

 

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Ok Any answers on the vacuum wipers??? Also I would like to keep original but have no knowledge about positive ground 6 6volt systems...did these trucks only come with one tailight??? And can directionals be added????? Thanks guys just the tip of the iceberg of my silly questions

[5027 steve]

Also reading in a dodge Truck book last night the engine bay firewall was always painted the color of the body???? So I think I have a original black truck...also read that the inside beds and wood was also painted black at the factory--true or false????

[johnsartain]

Steve, Vacuum wipers will work ok, get a small oiler and squirt some brake fluid in them and try to work the rotor end back and forth. You should hear it sucking and blowing as you work it back and forth. As a final test, hook it to an engine vacuum line, flip the valve on it and it should go to work. letting the brake fluid sit in it for a bit will help liven up the leather seals in the motor. If you should decide to replace it, it is a toss up as to whether you would like to switch over to electric, it costs about the same. Mine worked ok, I live in Arizona, so the only real time I use them is during monsoon season. 
I added directional signals to my truck. For the front I ordered the pigtails and sockets from DCM classics, Part #LE-761. For the rear tail lights they have some at 85 each but you have to get the bulb, wires and mounts all separate. I ordered mine in stainless steel from amazon at 38 each. I had to buy 6V bulbs but not a problem. I went ahead and got the mounting brackets from  DCM. The wiring for mine was a 3/8 inch flex conduit whip. It came with 1/2 inch push in connectors that fit the round hole in the bed sidewall perfectly. Snyder's Antique Auto had the shields, A-13467-SS , for the back of the light for 6.25 each. The shield crimps around the flex conduit to hold it fixed to the light. There are several options for the turn signal switch, but none are self canceling. I bought a United Pacific switch Model A5007 from amazon  for less than 20. It's the same one that Speedway and Summit Racing sell. It was easy to hook up. Very easy to read instructions and wiring diagram. You will have to buy a 3 prong flasher in whatever voltage your truck is wired for.

Edited October 9, 2017 by johnsartain

[johnsartain]

It appears that there are holes in the top of the fenders, I wonder of that's where a previous owner had turn signals mounted. Nice looking truck, BTW.

[MATT47025]

Nice Truck. Its the first one I've seen like mine with the small back widow. Mine is a 50. 

I see yours needs some turn signals on the fenders. I found these on ebay and love them. 

They look so cool on the truck and unique i think. Have fun with your new toy it looks great!

[5027 steve]

Thanks Gents ......I love those turn signals OUTSTANDING!!!!

[johnsartain]

This is a look at the rear ones from amazon

[5027 steve]

Ok so now has anyone successfully changed pinion gear in rear end so the truck will go faster than 35mph??? Geez the rear gear ratio is 4.78 ....not looking to get 80mph out of it but 50 would be nice.....

[Todd B]

The hook looks like a place to hang your hat

[5027 steve]

I agree Todd b

[Dodgeb4ya]

You will need electric wipers for sure when towing that 5th wheel trailer.

I have some arrow T/signal lights on my big truck.

They are cool!

Edited October 10, 2017 by Dodgeb4ya

[5027 steve]

People probably still cut u off ...lol

Btw-nice patina on that baby

[5027 steve]

Makes my wonder if those are from school busses????

[Merle Coggins]

4.78 diff would be rather unusual. The 4.10 was much more common, and even that one can get you an easy 55-60 MPH. I found a 3.73 diff from a '50 Plymouth that swapped into my axle. I can run up to 80 if needed. Much more comfortable below 65. 

[5027 steve]

Thanks Merle...just occurs to me am I posting in the wrong section here??? I don't want to upset people on my first post.....Thanks Steve

[5027 steve]

I can find any certain name for our rear ends.....do these have a certain name like regular mopars......83/4...Dana 60....or are They just refered to as a full floating axle????