1946 Panel for 4x4 conversion

Randi Ouri · Guest Report to Moderator

I just picked up a 46 Panel in really bad condition, meaning it's so bad I should really just go for it and do what I really want to do, which is turn it in to a 4x4 utility truck.
Does anyone out there know what chassis and front ends would be most compatible for the original body? My original frame is rough.

IrishMike · Regular Joined: 05 Mar 2009 Posts: 86 Report to Moderator

Hello, it may help if you could tell us a little more about what you have. What brand,etc. Mike

Randi Ouri · Guest Report to Moderator

1946 Chevrolet 1/2ton panel truck in poor condition. I want to put it on a chassis with disc brakes and 4wd.

IrishMike · Regular Joined: 05 Mar 2009 Posts: 86 Report to Moderator

I am no expert on the Chevys, but I would think you could find a 1/2 ton chevy 4x4with the disc brakes and with a little work and a few small mod's you should be able to achive what you are after, Mike

rustyfarmall · Posted: Tue Sep 08, 2009 9:53 am Post subject: Re: 1946 Panel for 4x4 conversion

I've seen one or two conversions of that nature. I think they used an S-10 4X4 chassis.

Randi Ouri · Guest Report to Moderator

That's exactly what I found too, just yesterday. I found a couple of sites where the guy used an S-10 frame with discs, but it made no mention of 4x4. That was my idea and I am getting really excited about it, especially since the original frame will need substantial welding anyway. I also didn't realize the S-10's came as a 4x4 option. I'll dig deeper. Thanks!