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1953 Chevy Bel Air Overview
The 1953 was the first year of the one piece front windshield and a key-switch starter. Inline 6 cylinder,
overhead valve 235 (3.9L) cubic inch displacement (CID) Blue flame 136 hp engine and Powerglide two speed
automatic transmission.
Hydraulic lifters were used in the Powerglide 235 and a fully pressurized lubrication system was introduced in
1953, but only in cars ordered with the “Powerglide” transmission.
Original owners manual.
Chrome rims including the spare tire, wide white wall tires.
12 volt conversion runs on unleaded gasoline, 12 miles to the gallon.
Un-cracked ocean liner sized steering wheel with full chrome horn ring and motif button.
Dual sun visors, factory gauges (clock is not currently operable). No radio, heater currently not connected.
Original headliner and interior lights. Front seat needs upholstery.
Rust at rear by trunk left and right and passenger door panel.
Original side skirts.
Electric wipers, new motor installed.
No SMOG required and California registration for 2016 was $78.00.
Classic car insurance is very affordable and spare parts are universally available.
1953 Chevy Bel Air
Record of Work
Engine
Regular gas conversion
New spark plugs
Distributor and rotor cap
Alternator and belt
Rebuilt carburetor and gaskets
Starter solenoid and coil
Flex plate
Aluminum radiator with additional electrical radiator fan
Brakes
New stainless steel brake lines and hoses
New rear brake drums
New rear brake cylinder
New rear brake shoes
Rebuilt master cylinder
New brake light switch
New Brake pedal spring
Axles
New left rear axle
New Left rear axle bearings
New left rear wheel seal
Alignment and Suspension
New sway bar bushings
New shocks
Front wheel alignment
Electrical/Lighting
12 volt conversion
New tail light wiring harness
New backup light wiring harness
New backup lights
New battery and cables
New headlights
New turn signal switches
Gaskets
New transmission side covers
New extension housing
New exhaust seat at manifold
New fuel pump
New valve cover
New oil pan
MISC
New hood springs
New gas tank
New electrical wipers
New dual exhaust
New Classic Chevy floor mats
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