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⟦Swiger⟧ GMC 100 100-8
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General Motors Truck Fleet, Rental Agreement, Ḥevrah Ḳadishah
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These documents include a pamphlet put out by General Motors of their 1957 truck fleet, and a rental agreement between the Ḥevrah Ḳadishah (Burial Society) and a member of the Baghdadi Jewish Community.
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SERIES 100 "PERFORMANCE PACKED" Power-Trains Engineered for Team-Work Engine to Axle GMC 347 V-8 Engine for Power Plus Performance. 206 H.P. 7.8 to 1 Compression Ratio GMC 270 6-Cylinder Engine 130 H.P. 7.75 to 1 Compression Ratio Oil-bath air cleaner optional at extra cost GMC's 4-Speed Dual-Range Truck Hydra-matic Drive, optional at extra cost, provides smoother performance—saves operating costs—maintenance costs are substantially reduced—"clutching" is gone forever. Hydra-matic's fluid coupling and automatic gear selection protects engine, drive-line and rear axle from unnecessary strain and abuse caused by improper gear shifting and power application. With Hydra-matic drive your truck is always in the proper and economical gear for any load or road condition. GMC offers for your selection two powerful engines that may be combined with Hydra-matic drive or with 3 or 4-speed synchromesh transmissions to provide a power-train to meet your exact needs. Each combination of engine, transmission and axle is completely engineered and tested by GMC—No units are "borrowed" from another model but are designed and manufactured for their specific requirements. GMC BLUE CHIP QUALITY FEATURES ★ High-powered, high-compression 6 and 8 cylinder engines. ★ 12-volt electric system. ★ Hydra-matic and synchromesh transmissions. ★ Tubeless tires. ★ Comfort-ride springs. ★ Truck-built chassis. ★ Short turning radius. ★ Low loading and step heights. Series 100 The Famous Three-Speed Synchromesh Transmission, pioneered for trucks by GMC. ⟦line⟧ features constant mesh helical gears synchronized in second and third speeds. The synchromesh principle assures quiet operation and easy clashless shifting without the necessity of "double-clutching." Convenient finger-tip gear shift is mounted on the steering column. Series 100-8 Four-Speed Synchromesh Transmission, optional at extra cost, is designed for extra-heavy-duty operations requiring maximum gear reductions and increased dura- bility. Features are constant mesh helical gears synchronized in second, third and fourth speeds; ball-and-roller-bearing mounted countershaft and a sediment chamber for protec- tion of bearings and other highly finished parts. Single Reduction, Semi-Floating Rear Axle, features Hotchkiss drive with open-type propeller shaft. This hypoid-geared axle provides much greater tooth contact between pinion and ring gear which, together with large diameter anti-friction bearings used to mount the pinion shaft and differential assure correct gear align- ment and quiet operation under all load conditions. Large diameter axle shafts complete this rugged unit for an extra margin of safety, long life and dependability.
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GMC BUILT BODIES ★ 50" 17 5/8" 78 1/8" 90" GMC 6 1/2-FT. PICKUP BODY For Models 101 and 101-8 GMC 7 1/2-FT. PICKUP BODY For Models 102 and 102-8 50" 17 5/8" 78 1/8" GMC SUBURBAN PICKUP BODY For Deluxe Model 101-8 42 1/2" 85 1/2" 59 1/2" 51 5/8" 51 1/4" 97 1/2" 48 1/4" 66 1/2" GMC 7-FT. PANEL BODY For Models 101 and 101-8 Also available in a deluxe model with harmonizing two-tone interior and appointments comparable to the deluxe cab. GMC DELUXE SUBURBAN BODY For Models ⟦101⟧ and 101-8 Seats are readily removed or inter- changed to suit passenger or cargo needs. LITHO IN U.S.A.—ADV 275—8-56—200M DRUGS GROCERY
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Fils | Dinar 170 | 170 600 | 10 770 | 11 500 | 5 270 | 17 Price of paper Fence Builders' and painting fees
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1957 CHEVROLET TASK • FORCE TRUCK LINE THE "BIG WHEEL" in trucks! CHEVROLET FIRST IN SALES SINCE 1937
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CHEVROLET PICKUP MODEL 3104 78 1/8 INSIDE 50 INSIDE CHEVROLET 30 1/4 114 41 ⟦185 3/4⟧ SEAT IN REAR POSITION—ADJUSTMENT 3 1/8 MAX G.V.W. 7-17.5 TIRES UNLOADED 29 1/8 LOADED 28 1/4 76 (OVER REAR FENDERS) For '57, this fleet Pickup—powered by Chevrolet's famous valve-in-head high-compression Thriftmaster 6—is more than ever the value champ of its class! Maximum G.V.W. rating is 5000 lbs.; the spacious pickup box provides a full 27 square feet of load space for big, profitable payloads, up to 1650 lbs. Here are ultra-modern features such as concealed Safety Steps, panoramic windshield, Ball-Gear Steering. Here, too, are work-saving extra-cost options that make long hours behind the wheel easier than ever before . . . including Power Brakes, Power Steering, Hydra- Matic transmission, and a great V8, the 155-h.p. Trademaster. CHEVROLET CAMEO CARRIER 3124 78 1/8 INSIDE 50 INSIDE 30 1/4 114 48 1/4 ⟦193 1/4⟧ SEAT IN REAR POSITION—ADJUSTMENT 3 1/8 MAX G.V.W. 7-17.5 TIRES UNLOADED ⟦30 1/8⟧ LOADED ⟦26 1/2⟧ 77 Here's the world's most glamorous truck, the Chev- rolet Cameo Carrier—now more distinctive than ever! Smooth-lined pickup sides sport bright new color panels for added style. This beautiful load hauler is now available in a choice of nine flagship-styled two- tone exteriors, four interior color combinations, with special Flite-Ride Custom Cab, hideaway spare tire (accessible through a downward-opening metal door at the rear) . . . everything to bring you a new kind of pride, a new sense of pleasure on your job! And the Cameo Carrier is just as fleet as it looks, with modern power from either the famous Thriftmaster 6 or optional Trademaster V8. Payloads are up to 1500 lbs.; maximum G.V.W. is 5000 lbs. CHEVROLET PICKUP MODELS 3204—3604 90 INSIDE 17 5/8 30 1/2 123 1/4 43 3/4 197 3/4 SEAT IN REAR POSITION—ADJUSTMENT 3 1/8 50 INSIDE 76 (OVER REAR FENDERS) These new models are built for big loads, profitable hauling! G.V.W.'s are up to 5000 lbs. in Model 3204; 6900 lbs. in Model 3604; pickup boxes measure a full 50" x 90"! You'll find modern features everywhere . . . including the new Flite-Ride Cab with concealed Safety Steps and panoramic windshield . . . the famous Chev- rolet truck Thriftmaster 6 engine . . . and smooth, Synchro-Mesh transmission. There's a host of ad- vanced extra-cost options, too, such as 155-h.p. Trademaster V8, Hydra-Matic transmission, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Custom Cab and chrome equipment. They all add up to a new kind of hauling that makes business more of a pleasure than ever before. CHEVROLET PICKUP MODEL 3804 108 1/4 INSIDE 17 5/8 30 1/2 135 50 1/4 215 3/4 SEAT IN REAR POSITION—ADJUSTMENT 3 1/8 50 INSIDE 76 (OVER REAR FENDERS) * MAX. G.V.W. 8-19.5 TIRES UNLOADED 33 1/2 LOADED 30 1/2 This new model is the king of modern Pickups, a big, handsome hauler that packs up to 3100 lbs. of pay- load with a G.V.W. of 7000 lbs.! Cargo area is extra big (108 1/4" long) to handle bulky loads. You get all the years-ahead features found in all Chevrolet trucks —moneysaving power from short-stroke Trademaster V8* or high-compression Thriftmaster 6, tubeless tires, High-Level cab ventilation, a transmission that suits your job ideally, truck beauty and driving ease that make tough hauling jobs far more pleasant. The extra quality inherent in all new Chevrolet truck com- ponents is typified by the design of the 2-stage rear springs provided on this model. They mean softer riding for driver and cargo, whether the truck is empty or loaded. *Optional at extra cost.
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CHEVROLET PANEL MODEL 3105 132 1/2 USABLE LENGTH REAR DOOR SIGN PANEL AREA 25 X 25 EACH DOOR SIGN PANEL AREA 16 X 72 APPROX. DOOR OPENING UNLOADED 79 1/2 LOADED 75 1/2 114 197 1/2 SEAT IN FORWARD POSITION - ADJUSTMENT 3 1/2 MAX. G.V.W. 7-17.5 TIRES UNLOADED 28 1/2 LOADED 25 1/2 Designed for beauty, planned for duty—that's the 1957 Chevrolet Model 3105 Panel! The sleek new grille blends with smooth hood lines and gracefully curved windshield to produce a stylish appearance that's good advertising for you! Extra-easy handling stems from famous Ball-Gear Steering. And there's assurance of more profitable work with a big cargo area that lets you haul more—rated for payloads up to 1400 lbs.; maximum G.V.W. 5000 lbs. You'll get more done, too, thanks to the fleet, efficient power of the famous Thriftmaster 6, or the optional (extra cost) Trademaster V8. لوي CHEVROLET SEDAN DELIVERY 1508 150 1/2 USABLE LENGTH USABLE LOAD SPACE 91 CUBIC FEET APPROX. SIGN PANEL AREAS "A" UPPER SIDE PANEL - 58 1/2 X 10 1/2 "B" LOWER SIDE PANEL - 76 X 10 1/2 "C" SIDE DOOR - 16 1/2 X 10 1/2 NEAR DOOR HANDLE 60 1/2 LOADED 62 UNLOADED DOOR OPENING 115 202 1/2 SEAT IN FORWARD POSITION - ADJUSTMENT 4 HEIGHT WITH 7.50 X 14" TIRES LOADED 22 1/2 UNLOADED 25 For 1957, the Chevrolet Sedan Delivery offers sleek eye-appeal surpassing that of many passenger cars! Load protection and a velvet-smooth ride are assured by the passenger car chassis with Glide-Ride front suspension, outrigger rear springs, double-acting shock absorbers. A new theft-proof rear door lock is provided as standard equipment. For economical, on- schedule delivery service, there are ⟦dynamic⟧-packed Turbo-Fire and Super Turbo-Fire V8's or a modern high-compression Blue-Flame 6! With a payload capacity of up to 875 lbs.—a G.V.W. of 4100 lbs.—the Sedan Delivery is the ideal vehicle for many businesses. White sidewall tires shown are available at extra cost.
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MEDIUM- AND HEAVY-DUTY CONVENTIONAL STAKE MODELS MODEL | A | B | C 4109-6109-8109 | 132 1/2" | 223 1/4" | 104" 4409-6409-8409 | 156 1/2" | 258 3/8" | 144" New Chevrolet Series 4000 Stakes are extra rugged and dependable for a wide variety of hauling jobs; they are powered by the 140-h.p. Thriftmaster 6 or the 155-h.p. short-stroke Trademaster V8 (optional at extra cost). In Series 6000 stakes, modern features such as the new extra-durable 15,000-lb. rear axle assure great hauling under all conditions. Series 8000 heavy-duty stakes provide heavier frames, huskier suspensions, bigger front brakes, and the new 160- h.p. Taskmaster V8 to meet the requirements of bigger load-pulling jobs. MEDIUM- AND HEAVY-DUTY L.C.F. STAKE MODELS MODEL | A | B | C 5409 | 136 5/8" | 241 5/16" | 144" 7109 | 112 5/8" | 206 5/8" | 109" These new medium-duty and heavy-duty L.C.F. (Low Cab Forward) Stake models provide G.V.W. ratings up to 21,000 lbs. . . . and because the over-all truck length is shorter than conventional models with similar body dimensions, they're ideal for many operations. Stake bodies, constructed of durable hardwood, are spacious for big, profitable payloads; the 12-foot body on Model 5409 features a swinging side gate for easier loading. And these models give you the low-cost power of the new 160-h.p., 283-cubic-inch Taskmaster V8!
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LIGHT-DUTY CHASSIS AND CAB MODELS MODEL | A | B | C 3103 | 114" | 39 1/8" | 36 9/16" 3603 | 123 1/4" | 48 3/8" | 39 3/16" 3803 | 135" | 60 1/8" | 45 11/16" A complete line-up of modern features means more profitable hauling for you in any one of these new Chevrolet chassis and cab models. There's a Flite- Ride cab, for instance, with concealed Safety Steps, High-Level ventilation, panoramic windshield . . . there are tubeless tires, new styling inside and out, and many more famous features! Wheelbases range from 114" to 135" to accommodate a wide variety of bodies and payloads up to 4900 lbs. A modern short-stroke Trademaster V8 and Hydra-Matic transmission are available as extra-cost options. MEDIUM-DUTY CONVENTIONAL CHASSIS AND CAB MODELS MODEL | A | B | C 4103 | 132 1/2" | 60 1/8" | 34 15/16" 4403 | 156 1/2" | 84 1/8" | 48" These new 4000 Series chassis and cab models lead their class with economical power-performance to handle special bodies and payloads up to 9500 lbs. Dependable, low-cost operation becomes a certainty as these trucks team up the big 140-h.p. Thriftmaster 6 with a smooth, durable 4-speed Synchro-Mesh transmission! There's great V8 power, too, from the modern 155-h.p. Trademaster V8. It's optional at extra cost, as are advanced performance features such as Hydra-Matic transmission that makes driving far easier and saves wear on drive-line parts. L.C.F. MEDIUM-DUTY CHASSIS AND CAB MODELS MODEL | A | B | C 5103 | 112 5/8" | 60 1/8" | 34 15/16" 5403 | 136 5/8" | 84 1/8" | 48" 5703 | 160 5/8" | 108 1/8" | 60" Chevrolet L.C.F. (Low Cab Forward) medium-duty chassis and cab models provide shorter overall truck length than conventional models with the same cab- to-axle dimension for many body types or tractor- trailer operation. The new 160-h.p. Taskmaster V8, with 283 cubic inches of displacement, helps keep operating costs down. The comfort and convenience of Flite-Ride cabs, with their low-level floors, auxiliary steps and assist handles, make these compact new L.C.F. models great trucks for handling heavy equip- ment and big payloads. L.C.F. HEAVY-DUTY CHASSIS AND CAB MODELS MODEL | A | B | C 7103-9103 | 112 5/8" | 60 1/8" | 48" 7203-9203 | 124 5/8" | 72 1/8" | 56" 7703-9703 | 172 5/8" | 120 1/8" | 84" These heavy-duty L.C.F.'s (Low Cab Forward) models are shorter in overall truck length than conventional models with the same cab-to-axle dimension; thus, they lend themselves ideally to tractor-trailer oper- ation or for use with a wide variety of body types. And advanced features—such as the new 160-h.p. Task- master V8 in Series 7000 models and the big 195-h.p. Loadmaster V8 in Series 9000 models—make these new heavy-duty trucks the work champs of the heavy- weight class, whether used as straight trucks or tractors.
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Truck Power Story for '57!—Powerful Short-stroke New Short-Stroke V8's offer extra power, more efficient performance on any job! High-horsepower coupled with compact short-stroke design makes these new V8's the industry's finest power performers! Here, short-stroke design is carried to the highest degree of engineering perfection. It makes possible more compact components that minimize waste weight, operate more efficiently to give you more pulling power per pound and cost-cutting economy. Features such as hydraulic valve lifters, full-flow oil filter and 12-volt electrical system offer assurance of extra-dependable low-maintenance hauling. Typical of these modern V8's is the new 160-h.p. Taskmaster with 283 cubic inches of displacement and an 8 to 1 compression ratio. Pound for pound, it's the most efficient load puller on the market! Other great Chevy truck V8's include the Trademaster with 155-h.p. and the big 195-h.p. Loadmaster V8. They round out the industry's most modern line of truck engines. TYPICAL OF NEW CHEVROLET TRUCK V8 POWER is the 283-cu.-in. Taskmaster V8 with 160 h.p. Standard in Series 5000, 7000 and 8000 (optional at extra cost in Series 6000) the Taskmaster provides a high fuel-saving 8 to 1 compression ratio. INDIVIDUAL ROCKER ARMS. Individually mounted lightweight rocker arms help assure high speed operating efficiency. Rocker shaft is eliminated—thus, total weight of the valve mechanism is substantially reduced for better high-speed engine operation. VERTICALLY COMPACT CYLINDER BLOCK... an exceptionally rigid structure which eliminates the necessity for deep-block design. It assures a more compact engine with less dead weight, more horsepower per pound! RUGGED, YET LIGHT, CRANKSHAFT. Forged steel construction provides 10% greater modulus of elasticity, 10% more rigidity than cast steel construction. SHORT, DURABLE CONNECTING RODS. Short-stroke design with compact vertical height of the cylinder block allows for shorter connecting rods which are structurally more rigid, though light in weight. COOLING SYSTEM WITH LESS WASTE WEIGHT. The short exhaust passages of the Chevy V8 allow total coolant capacity to be kept to a smaller volume. Cooling system capacity requirement is up to 8.5 quarts less than competitive V8's. MULTI-PURPOSE COMPONENTS. Modern design gets maximum duty from each component. For example, the intake manifold serves also as valve chamber cover, contains water passages from each cylinder head, as well as thermostat, and serves as mounting base for the distributor. Super Loadmaster V8—210-h.p., 322-cu.-in. displacement, 7.7 to 1 compression ratio. Optional at extra cost in Series 9000-10000. | Loadmaster V8—195-h.p., 322-cu.-in. dis- placement, 7.7 to 1 compression ratio. Standard in Series 9000-10000. | Super Taskmaster V8—175-h.p., 283-cu.-in. displacement, 8 to 1 compression ratio. Optional extra cost, in Series 5000 through 8000. | Trademaster V8—155-h.p., 265-cu.-in. dis- placement, 8 to 1 compression ratio. Optional at extra cost, in Series 3000-4000. | Turbo-Fire 265, Turbo-Fire 283 and Super Turbo-Fire 283. These engines are optional, extra cost in Sedan Delivery.
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Wide Choice of Ultra-modern Transmissions —Makes available the right transmission for your job! The wide choice of transmissions shown here consti- tutes one more reason why 1957 Chevrolet Task-Force trucks will serve you better on your job! You will find, for instance, that there is now a great automatic trans- mission for every truck series. In Series 3000 and 4000 (except 4502), there's HYDRA-MATIC* to elimi- nate manual gearshifting and save you maintenance money by protecting driveline parts from shock loads. In Series 5000 through 10000, there's exclusive POWERMATIC*, the first automatic transmission designed specially for big trucks. And Chevrolet truck conventional transmissions are great performers, too! You'll find 3- and 4-speed Synchro-Mesh transmis- sions, New Process and Spicer 5-speed transmissions, to add to the smooth power performance of 1957 Chevrolet trucks. With all these advanced transmis- sions to choose from, you get a unit that's tailored for your truck, right for the loads you carry and the roads you travel! *Optional at extra cost. Heavy-Duty Synchro-Mesh 3-Speed Engineered and built for extra ruggedness throughout. Higher numerical gear ratios offer more pulling power than the regular 3-speed. Excellent for stop-and-go driving and other severe service conditions. Optional at extra cost on all Series 3000, this trans- mission extends the convenience of steering column gear shift. Chevrolet Truck Hydra-Matic Proved in millions of miles of hauling, this rugged 4-speed automatic drive is far more than just a convenience. It's a moneysaver in any traffic, because the fluid coupling eliminates costly clutch repairs, and shifting is auto- matically controlled to prevent engine over- speeding. It's a safety measure, too, permitting the operator to forget shifting and concentrate on driving. And for additional safety, a positive parking lock holds the truck securely on the steepest grades, Hydra-Matic is optional at extra cost on all Series 3000 and 4000 truck models (except 4502), including automatic choke on conventional sixes. Heavy-Duty Synchro-Mesh 4-Speed Here's the trucker's favorite for heavy hauling! Simple, rugged, and dependable with powerful 7.06 to 1 low gear ratio. Synchro-Mesh design eliminates double clutching. Power take-off opening on left side. Standard all Series 3800 through 8000, optional at extra cost on all other Series 3000. Exclusive Powermatic There's nothing like it in the entire industry! Revolutionary Powermatic combines the con- venience and proved efficiency of fully auto- matic shifting, the mile-after-mile economy of direct-drive cruising, and the extra safety of a powerful built-in hydraulic retarder! Three spe- cialized drive ranges, six fully automatic for- ward speeds, and a high-efficiency torque con- verter provide ratios from 14.8 to 1 low-low to 1 to 1 in lock-up direct drive. Power take-off openings on both sides simplify special equip- ment installation—an exclusive Powermatic feature! Optional at extra cost on all Series 5000 through 10000 trucks and school bus chassis. New Process 5-Speed Transmission The New Process 5-speed transmission offers extra pulling power and greater flexibility—helps you haul more payload in less time. Power take-off openings are located on both sides. Easy shifting New Process Synchro-Mesh transmission is optional at extra cost on all Series 5000 through 8000, standard on Series 9000 and 10000. A Rugged Rear Axle for Every Load Synchro-Mesh 3-Speed The strong, wide-faced helical gears of this modern transmission mesh smoothly, run quietly. The gears are carburized and shot-peened for extra strength and longer life! The Chevrolet Synchro-Mesh 3-speed transmission is standard on Sedan Delivery models and all Series 3100 through 3700. Spicer 5-Speed Transmission Optional at extra cost in Series 9000 and 10000, the Spicer 5-speed Synchro-Mesh transmission provides even higher torque capacity and greater numerical ratios than the standard 5-speed transmission. It is unsurpassed for durability and efficiency, provides new standards of power, performance, flexibility and economy for owners of 1957 Chevrolet heavy-duty trucks. Powerglide and New Turboglide Your Sedan Delivery will make more deliveries in less time with these Chevrolet automatic drives. They virtually eliminate manual gear shifting, simplify driving, make your work safer and more economical, especially when you haul in traffic. Powerglide optional at extra cost with Blue-Flame 140, Turbo-Fire 283 or Super Turbo-Fire 283 engine. Turboglide optional at extra cost with Turbo-Fire 283 or Super Turbo-Fire 283 engine. Single-speed Heavy-duty Axles Chevrolet's rugged heavy-duty rear axles are built to deliver top performance with peak loads. A 15,000-pound capacity axle, with a choice of 7.20 to 1 or 6.17 to 1 gear ratio, is standard on all Series 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000. Eaton Model No. 1614, a 16,000-pound capacity axle with 7.17 to 1 ratio is standard on Series 9000 and 10000 trucks except 10802 (optional at extra cost in Series 7000, 8000 and 10802). An 18,000-pound capacity Eaton Model No. 1790 axle with 7.17 to 1 ratio is optional at extra cost, in Series 9000 and 10000 trucks (except 10802). Two-Speed Planetary-Gear Axles Versatile two-speed axles double gear selection—provide just the right ratio for every hauling situation. The Chevrolet-built 15,000-pound-capacity axle with vacuum shift is optionally available at extra cost with 6.40/8.72 to 1 ratio on all Series 4000, 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000. A 16,000-pound capacity axle, Eaton Model No. 16600 with 6.50/9.04 to 1 ratio, or an 18,000-pound-capacity axle, Eaton Model No. 17500 with 6.50/8.87 to 1 ratio is available as extra cost option on Series 9000 and 10000 truck models except 10802 and tandems. (The Eaton 16600 2-speed axle is also available at extra cost for Series 7000-8000 truck models except 8802.) Single-Speed Medium-duty Axle A single-speed 11,000-pound capacity axle with 6.17 to 1 ratio is standard on all Series 4000. Hefty axle shafts are oil-quenched and shot-peened for extra durability. Full-floating construction and Chevrolet's multi-splined wheel drive reduces axle shaft stress and eliminates grease leakage. Straddle-mounted pinion and adjustable ring-gear thrust pad maintain proper gear alignment under all loads. Single-Speed Light-Duty Axle Strong, quiet-running hypoid gear axles efficiently match Chevrolet's power to the load for top-level performance at low operating cost. Semi-floating axles have a 3000-pound capacity for Sedan Delivery and 3300 pounds for Series 3100 and 3200. Full-floating axles, standard on all other Series 3000, are rated at 5000 pounds for Series 3400 through 3700, with a 7200-pound-capacity axle standard on Series 3800, optional at extra cost on Models 3442, 3542 and 3742.
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Chevrolet truck bodies are built to last in rugged service PICKUP BODIES PICKUP FLOORS are constructed of resilient, seasoned hardwood to handle big loads throughout the long life of the truck. Full-length planks make a hard, durable surface. Flush-type skid strips, recessed in the hardwood, prevent much of the wear from loads, give the platform a longer life. They also protect the cargo from damage when loading or unloading. TAILGATE is 17 1/2 inches high with an embossed panel for extra strength. Anti-rattle latch design secures the tailgate to reduce loss from spillage of bulk loads, such as grain or sand. When hauling unusually long loads, the tailgate may be lowered level with the floor. FLAT TOP SIDE PANELS make the loader's job exceptionally easy whether loading from the side or rear. Loading height is low, to speed cargo handling. PANEL BODIES REAR DOORS are of double-walled steel, hung on rigid pillar posts. Doors are tightly sealed all around to help keep cargoes clean and dry. Push-button door locks feature a stationary handle vertically mounted on the rear door for easier opening and closing. PANEL FLOOR is constructed of sturdy plywood, provides a solid, shock-cushioning cargo deck. Floor is low and wide for easy loading, with flush-type steel skid strips. A steel sheath protects the back of the driver's seat. DUAL PANEL TAIL LIGHTS for 1957 add to stylish rear end appearance and after-dark driving safety. New tail light assemblies are oval-shaped and mounted flush on each rear fender. STAKE BODIES STAKE FLOORS are of tough, seasoned hardwood construction. Steel skid strips, set flush in the floor, resist much of the wear imposed by loads. Recessed skid strips also protect cargo from damage when loading or unloading. REINFORCED STAKE POCKETS firmly support the interlocking racks and a latch holds the racks securely to the platform. Stakes are constructed of durable hardwood, joined by inset fasteners. Wide-swinging gates facilitate loading or unloading from either side of 12-foot bodies. HEIGHT of Chevrolet Stake platforms is low—a real labor-saving feature when loading or unloading. A strong steel rub rail with rounded corners protects the platform. Beneath the platform, steel channel cross sills support the floor and hardwood side sills elevate the platform to clear tires and prevent noisy metal-to-metal contact with frame.