Greetings folks,

I'm a relatively new member here, only having posted in the 'new member' area several months ago. I hope I'm putting this in the correct area. I saw a non-petroliana thread area, but I think this subject fits ok here. If not, I'll gladly move it!

Anyway, I had mentioned this project in my introductory post, and I see today that folks may be curious about the story... so here goes!

I'm building a clone of my grandpa's service station truck. My family (four generations) ran a Sinclair service station from the late 1930's into the 1960's. The pick-up used at the station was a 1950 Chevrolet 3100 (half-ton). It was painted Sinclair green and white, and was emblazoned with Sinclair logos and the family name. Here is a link to the build thread on a "classic Chevy pick-up truck" related message board:

http://talk.classicparts.com/showthread.php?t=16144

I hope you folks find it interesting. It's really a lot of fun to work on. I hope to be able to find some help here regarding the correct colors for the truck. I plan on painting the truck green and white, with red accents. Right now, I'm preparing to finish assembling the engine so it can be painted. That will be Chevrolet gray from the period. The door and hood lettering will be the same colors as the Sinclair logos on the doors. I plan on having masking material cut, then airbrushing the logos and lettering on. I prefer not to use decals for the doors and lettering, and just color match the paint to the decals.

I've already put out a couple PMs here to some members who may be able to help. Thanks in advance if anyone can steer me in the right direction.

Thanks for hosting a great site! I've learned a lot just from surfing around. I may try to attend the August petroliana gathering in Iowa since it's not too far from home.

Damon

Love the old shop trucks. Definately go to Iowa gas since you are so close.

Larry

I think I can safely say that we are all looking forward to seeing more photos of the truck as it progresses!

What a great way to pay tribute to your Grandfather and your family's heritage.... Congrats on all your hard work... But I'm guessing, that when you are thinking of your Grandfather, it doesn't seem like hard work.

Thank you for the kind words, folks!

You are correct, Mr. Richards. It doesn't seem like hard work at all when I think of keeping the family memories alive. I never knew my grandpa, he died long before I was born. My dad passed away when I was 15, and at that time, I didn't know this pick-up existed. My uncle is the last surviving member of the family that ever worked at the service station. He will be 80 years old next spring. My most sincere hope (and goal) is to take him for a ride in this pick-up when it's finished as an 80th birthday present.

With wonderful help from the folks at the classic Chevy truck forum, and the encouragement from you great folks here, I'm certain I can meet that goal.

Thanks again, I truly appreciate it.

Damon

I'd like to have that parked out front..

Great pictures and an awesome project!