1940 Chev C15, Cab 11 restoration in Holland

[jaap de wit]

the big moment was finely there it was time to go to the registration office to get the truck on a titel.
I took all the manuels and pictures of this cab 11 type with me so I could prove that the truck is from 1940, ect, ect. it was very cold on the vryday morning to drive to the office but I wasn't driving that fast so it was oke.
the truck drove nice but on full speed it shocked a bit so I have to look at this later. ad the registration office they checked the chassis no, if there was a titel on the truck before and this was never before.
then I had to drive the truck on a scale to way it, and it was 2340 kg
and this was more then I thought. Now it was time to drive in to the garage for the big checkup. I had to explane the chassis no, the cab type, ect, and this was excepted as early 1940. then the technical side of the truck was checked and yes this was oke to.
so after a hour I was back at the counter to pay and I had a dutch titel yessss So after 2 1/2 years of work the truck can drive on the road again, legaly. this asked for a big cake.
now this is dealed with I can start making the side and rear window frames and all the finising things that nead to be done to make this truck realy great.
cheers jaap

[austin tilly]

congrats....

I had lots to catch up on your restoration..... and it looks superb!!

Can't wait to see it sometime in Holland

Cheers
Arjan

[Craig Tanner]

Congratulations!!! The thoroughness and attention to detail are truly an inspiration. When I get frustrated with my progress, (lack of it) I read your thread in it's entirety and find new momentum, and motivation. Thank you for this outstanding story, it is by far my favorite restoration thread. I look forward to seeing more photos, especially when you finish the back of the van box.

Craig Tanner
Burton N.B

[Alex Blair (RIP)]

Jaap.
I have followed your progress with great interest..not only another Canadian truck back on the road again but done by a very skillful and dedicated road warrior..Jif would be pleased..

[Phil Waterman]

Hi Jaap

I've watched with interest and appreciation your progress on this restoration. It goes almost without saying great work. Whats next equipping of the box?

Your 2 1/2 year restoration process has been a speedy one given the detailed nature of the work you have done.

Now as a continuation of this thread or as a new one, please keep us posted on your travels with the Chev I would love to see its travels. Drive and enjoy your prize.

Cheers Phil

[jaap de wit]

thanks guy's for all the interest I appreciat this very much.
it was a releaf to get the titel because of new regulations her in holland i was not sure if I could get one.
O and don't worry I will go on with this thread because i'm not done yet.
lots off interrior things to do. but frist some small holyday to get the battery on full power again. (thailand)
cheers jaap.

[Alex van de Wetering]

Congrats Jaap!!!

I love to hear more about your experiences with getting the truck registered as I will have to go through the same procedure in the future and the rumours of new Dutch rules scare me...

Keep up the good work!

Alex

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Jaap,

Congrats on getting her to the running & registered phase! That will give you a much needed reward to finish off the details.

Regards,
Hanno