One of the Black Iron Gang members, Walter, is working on a project that will add to our capabilities. He calls it a “Chuck Truck”.

Mentioned earlier was that the gang didn't have a chuck wagon so we borrow one from time to time. A couple of years ago at the Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium there were a couple of  “Chuck Trucks”. Ever since seeing them, he wanted one so this thread will discuss the project as it develops.

Initially a 1941 Chevy pickup truck was purchased. After obtaining the pickup and looking at it closely and giving it considerable thought, Walter decided that he wanted a truck that would go down the highway at speed, and a one that could be driven daily, with good brakes, good steering, reliable engine, etc. This 1941 truck did not meet any of  that criteria. 

Next, then, on the agenda was to find a newer pickup truck and combine the qualities of both. Located was a 1982 GMC S15 pickup. What you are  seeing in the picture is the chassis of the S15 and the body of the 1941. Took some welding to attach the body but it is secure. All the front end steering elements have been replaced as well as the brakes. Soon the engine and transmission will be installed. After that, a flatbed truck bed will be bolted on. And last, but certainly not least, and the object of the whole project will be the Chuck Box that will make this a Chuck Truck.

To be continued........

                                         Cab and front end.

                              This is the bed being uses as a work bench for now.

                                                     The rear chassis

                                                All new front end parts.