Haydenh Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 Finally picked up my B-1-J from the storage lot its been sitting in for a year and a half. Replaced the plugs and it runs so much smoother. Need to rebuild the carb but no auto parts stores have a kit for it. Engine is a 251 from a 62' Powerwagon and is mated to the original 5 speed. It was an old grain truck with a dump bed in southern Idaho. Now onto the brakes but I gotta find a heavier duty jack for this large hunk of metal! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgeed Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 Love that patina. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R&D Dodge Posted October 25, 2019 Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 That is a fine hunk of truck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Worden18 Posted October 26, 2019 Report Share Posted October 26, 2019 23 hours ago, Haydenh said: Finally picked up my B-1-J from the storage lot its been sitting in for a year and a half. Replaced the plugs and it runs so much smoother. Need to rebuild the carb but no auto parts stores have a kit for it. Engine is a 251 from a 62' Powerwagon and is mated to the original 5 speed. It was an old grain truck with a dump bed in southern Idaho. Now onto the brakes but I gotta find a heavier duty jack for this large hunk of metal! Looks great! Glad you were able to bring it home ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lingle Posted October 28, 2019 Report Share Posted October 28, 2019 Picked up a project from the in-laws. From the model number on the plate is a 1951 B3-F 152, so it's a 1 1/2 ton. Big plans! 4-53t Detroit diesel, NV4500 transmission and updated axles from a F350, I know it's not a restore but keeping the frame, body and hopefully the rims to keep the look. Custom build a flat bed eventually. Someone moved the axle rearward, and the axle hangers do not appear to be the same as the 1/2 ton versions, are these available anywhere? Lots of stuff for smaller trucks available. Thanks for this site! It's awesome so far. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgeed Posted October 28, 2019 Report Share Posted October 28, 2019 Welcome to the Forum. BTW, I like your parking brake. Looks like mine. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pflaming Posted November 2, 2019 Report Share Posted November 2, 2019 My truck was the only MOPAR at this local car show. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratfinkxxx Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 Barring any problems this should be in my garage tomorrow. Camaro clip with pb and ps. Unknown GM rear. And a Buick 350. I guess it's the Hodge Podge Dodge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 15 hours ago, pflaming said: My truck was the only MOPAR at this local car show. And the only one facing south in a northbound row. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 22 hours ago, Merle Coggins said: And the only one facing south in a northbound row. and not on the grass.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiboater Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1949 Wraith Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 2 hours ago, wiboater said: Beautiful Truck. I just love this era of vehicles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiboater Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 That's an older picture, I have the right bumper on now. That one is for a plymouth. Didn't notice I was missing the hub cap either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiboater Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratfinkxxx Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 Stunning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiboater Posted November 5, 2019 Report Share Posted November 5, 2019 Thanks, it looks black in the pictures but it is actually dark blue with black fenders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgeed Posted November 5, 2019 Report Share Posted November 5, 2019 Here is my '51 pickup at the local Cars & Coffee; it was the only Dodge pick up of any era. Lots of people told me that they often see Ford or Chevy '50's pickups, but, never a Dodge. They were very complimentary. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pflaming Posted November 6, 2019 Report Share Posted November 6, 2019 Stopped by to visit a friend. All he started with was a frame and frozen engine. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watash Posted November 6, 2019 Report Share Posted November 6, 2019 1950 B1-C from Brewer Oil Co. One of their original delivery trucks. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim in NB Posted November 21, 2019 Report Share Posted November 21, 2019 Canadian 1950 Fargo FN-2, 1 ton, 126" wheelbase, maximum gross vehicle weight 7500 lbs. Has a 218 Plymouth engine with a broken piston. Planning to start work on it in mid December. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill.ligon Posted November 21, 2019 Report Share Posted November 21, 2019 This is my 1951 B3B 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1949 Wraith Posted November 22, 2019 Report Share Posted November 22, 2019 14 hours ago, bill.ligon said: This is my 1951 B3B Nice truck, 4 speed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill.ligon Posted November 23, 2019 Report Share Posted November 23, 2019 Yes this is a 4 speed with what I believe is the original engine & transmission. It has just under 48,000 miles. The only modernization are seat belts, turn signals (LED), 2nd brake light, and west coast(JR) mirrors. These were added so that I felt safe driving it on Houston's streets. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgeed Posted November 25, 2019 Report Share Posted November 25, 2019 Great looking truck. I like comparing yours to my '51. I've been thinking about the same modernizations you've done, as not having turn signals seems somewhat dangerous. Ditto for not having a passenger side mirror. Mine does, however, have a second, and third, in the window, brake light. That made me feel a little safer. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B3BNMissouri Posted December 3, 2019 Report Share Posted December 3, 2019 This is my newly acquired 1951 B3B. All original with an extra motor and 2 transmissions. On of which is a 4 speed floor shift which i would like to use when i get the motor running again and rewire. Lots of decisions to make... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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