Hot Rods 1953 coe project help.......

hi guys,i have a 1953 coe cab over i want to make into a crew cab.i know what i want but dont know where to start.the problem im having is wich way i need to go to make my truck a crew cab.some people tell me im going to need about three cabs and sets of doors to do it.some suggested i try to see if a sedan delivery will work.others say to use a hearse .im stuck and if any one has built this kind of project can you please start me in the right direction.i dont want to get caught up waisting too much money and have to get rid of my coe. i love this truck and would rather drive my coe than any brand new truck ever made.any help is appreciated thanks

 

I too plan to tackle this task, but not having done it, don't have legitimate advice. I have my ideas, but they're just that.
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It migtht be handy to tell us what brand of 1953 COE you are planning on building.

 

Try this link http://www.stovebolt.com/gallery47-55.htm Since you mentioned Suberban I am guessing it is a Chevy or GMC.

 

sorry guys its a gmc coe.i want it to be like a suburban -crew cab with area behind rear doors for another bench seat.need to fit my family.

 

if you were to check out www.stovebolt.com you will probably find a picture of what your looking to do. the railroad built some trucks built that were crew cabs on their track clearing machines. i believe the forest service also had some built to haul fire crews.