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1949 Chevrolet ID Numbers

Location: Serial numbers are on a plate on the right front door hinge pillar. Engine numbers: 6 cylinder on crankcase to rear of distributor. Engine numbers were GA-1001 to GA-1031807 Numerical prefix in serial indicates assembly plant as follows: 1 Flint, Michigan 2 Tarrytown, New York 3 St. Louis, Missouri 5 Kansas City, Missouri 6 [...]



Happy New Year

Happy New Year! Welcome to the all new 50chevy.com. If you are viewing the site right now, I am still working on it. So please never mind the dust while things are sorted out. The site is very similar to the old site in some ways, just wider and more features and information. Sorry it [...]



2010 Events

Here is a listing of the car shows and events for 2010. I mainly cover West Coast Events, I am more than happy to cover any event no matter where it is located. Preferably Traditional Rod and Custom car shows. January 29-31, 2010 Grand National Roadster Show Pomona, CA Website The suede palace is sponsored [...]



Daniel’s 1949 Chevrolet

Daniel just sent in some pics of the 1949 chevrolet he is working on. He is doing an excellent job with all the artwork and paint work. Daniel is looking for an upholsterer in the Covina, CA area. If you know of someone please let me know or add a comment to this article. Thanks [...]



Some Nice Cars and Updates

Still working on the new 50chevy website. In the meantime, I have the for sale section working again. Classified Ads are still closed. You can order T-shirts and DVD’s. I have a few new DVD and CD’s for sale. Will be added shortly. Help me pay for my hosting fees and support 50chevy.com Here is [...]



Open Driveline – Rear End Options

OPEN DRIVELINE CONVERSION To convert your torque tube suspension to a open drive line. You will need the proper width rear-end. I am running a 1976 camaro 10 bolt. I am still working on this page. These are some swaps that will work. Also confirmed by many 50chevy.com readers * 55-57 Chevy Cars. * 68-72 [...]