{"product_id":"the-ultimate-chevy-truck-restoration-four-book-set","title":"The Ultimate Chevy Truck Restoration FOUR BOOK Set","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eVeteran Auto-Body Repair Expert Kevin Tetz Guides You on Installing, Restoring and Modifying Your Truck Bed Floor\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith over a hundred million results for a simple search of \"truck bed floor,\" the possibilities for personalizing your pickup truck are endless. The bed floor is often considered the heart and soul of a vintage truck, making it a popular subject for customization and restoration. Whether you're a seasoned truck enthusiast or just starting out, you can achieve professional results with Kevin Tetz's \u003cem\u003eTruck Beds: How to Install, Restore, \u0026amp; Modify\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe functionality of truck beds dates back to horse-drawn vehicles, and with the rise in popularity of classic pickup trucks, the demand for bed customization has also increased. This book provides step-by-step guidance for restoring, decorating, replacing, customizing, patina-ing, or upgrading your truck bed floor with the use of basic hand tools. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruck Beds: How to Install, Restore, \u0026amp; Modify caters to your skill set, budget, and experience to ensure you achieve professional results with a sense of pride in your accomplishment. With hundreds of millions of trucks produced with the option of a wood bed, you can personalize your truck bed or return it to its stock appearance with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePersonalize or return your truck bed to its stock appearance with the help of Kevin Tetz's first-ever book on the subject.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStep-by-step photos illustrate the multitude of truck bed options, including how to restore, decorate, replace, customize, patina, or upgrade your floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKevin Tetz is a veteran auto-body repair expert with a passion for muscle cars, trucks, and automotive restoration. After a successful career in collision repair, he launched the award-winning Paintucation instructional video series to share his knowledge. Kevin has been a writer for magazines and has appeared on various TV series since 2003, including Classic Rides on the DIY Network and hosted and co-produced the popular Trucks! and Truck Tech on Spike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to install, restore, or modify your truck bed floor, Kevin Tetz's Truck Beds: How to Install, Restore, \u0026amp; Modify is the perfect guide to help you achieve professional results with confidence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe popular how-to series with full color photography, fresh \ndesigns, step-by-step instructions, more practical and easy-to-use \ncontent, and written by the top experts in the industry. A new edition \nof one of our more popular backlist how-to titles, incorporating an \nattractive design, significantly updated text, and full-color \nphotography. This is a step-by-step restoration guide for all Chevy \nlight-duty trucks from 1928 onwards. \n\nUpdates include:\n\n- Upgrading to power steering\n\n- Pressure oiling for \"Stovebolt\" six and electronic fuel \ninjection upgrades\n\n- Converting to 12 volt electrics\n\n- New information on disc brakes and power brakes\n\n- Updated suppliers listing\n\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Regardless of your automotive taste, there is almost always a need for a shop truck to chase parts, use as a tow vehicle, or use for household chores that require a trip to the farmand- home store. Pickup trucks have always been popular, but that is true now more than ever. Plus, they hold their own as hot rods as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Many vintage trucks can still be found in their original condition. Unlike years ago, the automotive aftermarket has now realized the popularity of these trucks. Whether you plan to restore one as a mild custom or go all out, the necessary parts are available, which makes it easier to achieve your dream regardless of your skills or budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Veteran how-to book author Dennis W. Parks resurrects a 1955 Chevy pickup as the subject of Chevrolet Trucks: 1955- 1959 Build \u0026amp; Modify to be used as a daily driver. Starting with a classic-styled work truck, he updates it with creature comforts that are found in new vehicles—those that the average hot rodder can still maintain without having an electronics degree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Everything is covered, including updating the front and rear suspension as well as installing disc brakes to provide a good foundation for your project. Body repair and modifications (including installing patch panels, power windows, rotary door latches, and a stylish third brake light) are next. Interior components (including the latest creature comforts) that provide safety and convenience are examined. Mechanical components (such as the engine, transmission, steering, cooling, and wiring) are included as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Most of the work featured is performed in a home garage, which proves that you can build a decent truck within the confines of a two-car garage without paying a fortune in labor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • 1.5 million light-duty Chevrolet trucks were built between 1955 and 1959 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Chevrolet trucks from 1955 through 1959 offer a very buildable platform for modifications with many aftermarket parts manufacturers \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e • Step-by-step photography is featured. This book walks the reader through a complete build of a 1955 through 1959 Chevrolet truck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEverything you need to completely restore your 1947— 1955 first series \nChevy pickup to better-than-new condition is shown in complete detail! \nThe Advance Design era (1947—1955) was historic for Chevrolet, topping \nall the production numbers every year they were in production. And for \ngood reason. The post- World War II economy demanded a tough and \nwell-engineered solution for this growing economy. Selling more than 2.5 \nmillion units during this era, Chevrolet quickly surpassed and \ncontrolled the light-truck market with style, utility, and logical \nengineering.\n\nThis era has been overlooked for long enough, and Deve Krehbiel, a \nwell-known restoration expert from DevesTech- Net.com who specializes in \nthese trucks, puts his 40 years of experience restoring nothing but \nAdvance Design trucks into an extensive and complete single volume. With \nmore than 500 photos and detailed instruction for every aspect of a \nproper restoration, this book will be the restorer’s best friend. Deve’s \ncompanion book, Chevrolet Inline 6 Engine: 1929—1962 (SA455), explains \nin full detail the engine aspects of your project.\n\nThe Advance Design Chevy pickup is one of the most popular and highly \nprized vehicles at any venue. The author’s hope is that this book will \ngive you the confidence and the knowledge to put your old Chevy truck \nback on the road in style. There is just nothing more interesting and \nmore inviting than an old Chevy truck!\n\n• With millions of these Chevrolet Pickups produced, it’s extremely \nimportant to have a book in the marketplace that helps restore them \nalong with providing some basic safety upgrade measures\n\n• This will be the first book in the marketplace on restoring an \nAdvanced Design-era Chevrolet pickup (1947—1955)\n\n• This book features color photography chronicling the restoration of an \nAdvanced Design-era pickup. The safety measures and upgrades will have \nyour truck safely back on the road in the 21st century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"MidlifeClassicCars.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45154931310872,"sku":"KIT9781613257654\/B02706\/9781613255841\/B09935","price":99.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/9813\/3831\/files\/9781613257654_202_3c67d25d-db5a-4b25-b702-9628a29f8039.jpg?v=1683257014","url":"https:\/\/www.midlifeclassiccars.com\/cs\/products\/the-ultimate-chevy-truck-restoration-four-book-set","provider":"MidlifeClassicCars.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}