Hello all I am hoping someone on this form can give me some guidance. I just picked up a 1956 Dodge C3 HHA-8 2.5 ton. 259 V8 5 speed manual with 2 speed vac operated rear diff. I saw this truck and immediately knew I had to buy it. I am having a EXTREMELY hard time finding any parts or even any information about this truck. Any and all help is greatly appreciated. I did a quick walk around video if you are interested in hearing her run and a quick walk around.

 

Rock Auto shows some parts...... but, given the age, I think finding the 'less common' parts are gonna be fun. Anything specific you are looking for?

Cool Truck though. I can see why you couldn't resist.

 

. Pick up a copy of Hemmings motor news or check out the website. Might want to check out this forum also.

 

Thanks. Just got on both of those websites.

 

Looking for a steering gear box. It is missing a couple bolts and has a ton of slack.

 

Manual, or power steering?

 

It has manual steering.

 

Might try adjusting it before opting for replacement. I suspect finding a 'new' box is gonna be difficult, at best....

 

You may want to take a closer look at it and see who made it. Don't know if they subbed out things like that back then like they do now. Should be at least a casting or part # on it. Might be a candidate for a power steering upgrade.

 

I also confront similar problem as you, and am looking for a steering gear box now.