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Bus Collection: 1957 GM 4104, 1948 4151 and 1948 3751 Silversides

Bus Collection: 1957 GM 4104, 1948 4151 and 1948 3751


Here is my 1957 General Motors (GM) PD-4104 on left then a 1948 GM 4151 in the center and a 1948 GMC 3751 on the right.

The 4104 we take on the longer trips and the two older buses we take to local antique truck and equipment shows. I am currently working on another 3751 that I am modifying to be powered by a Mack engine and using a six speed Allison transmission.

I now own five silversides in all and have done extensive work and research on the mechanics of this model bus. If anyone would like any information I may have feel free to contact me.
Tim
vifmw2@netlink.net

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  • Ann McCleary

    Oops, these are toy buses of course. I believe they are either

    1947-1948 Brill or
    1948 Silverside Or
    1955 Courier

    Originally posted on December 7, 2008 1:04:08 PM EST

     
     

  • Don

    I am looking for good sources for parts for my 1969 GMC TDH3301 "Baby Fishbowl". I know it is classified to be a light duty bus and has limited parts interchange with the bigger newlook busses. Anyone have any ideas?

    Originally posted on January 29, 2009 12:24:55 AM EST

     
     

  • Henry Markwart

    Great web site. It harkens back to the time when driving silversides was a major part of my livelyhood.

    Originally posted on February 24, 2009 10:47:30 PM EST

     
     

  • Mark Chadwell

    Need Mufflers(Dual System) for GM PD4104. Or when to purchase.

    Please advise

    Originally posted on March 31, 2009 7:09:28 PM EDT

     
     

  • dave Waxon

    I have a 1948 silverside and i am looking for some parts .I am looking for all 4 side marker lights glass lense , front light up dog,and side window weatherstriping .

    Originally posted on July 18, 2009 9:33:53 PM EDT

     
     

  • dave Waxon

    call me at 612-701-4213 email me at waxond@yahoo.com

    Originally posted on July 18, 2009 9:36:19 PM EDT

     
     

  • debbie stegen-peck

    Also have 1948 GMC "STUBBY" bus conversion for sale.

    Originally posted on July 22, 2009 1:26:04 PM EDT

     
     

  • debbie stegen-peck

    Would love to have someone else want to buy my yard art. It needs a new home with loving parents. D*

    Originally posted on October 6, 2009 8:51:04 PM EDT

     
     

  • d.stegen-peck

    yes, someone should my like bus....... rsvp@d.stegen.peck@gmail.com

    Originally posted on October 27, 2009 9:47:24 PM EDT

     
     

  • Larry Lyon

    Looking for side windows for 4104. e lefts and 1 right

    Originally posted on January 18, 2010 7:46:33 PM EST

     
     

  • Clint Dinkel

    Have a 1952 silverline coast to coast with the detroit deisel but im needing a generator and some other parts for it and cant find them anywere could anyone help me?... i just bought the bus and am needing help to locate parts feel free to call me at (620)212-0375 or E-mail me thank you

    Originally posted on March 9, 2010 11:31:46 PM EST

     
     

  • Steve

    I have a 1974 GMC NewLook (Fish bowl) and I am trying to source out a kingpin. Does anyone have any leads on parts?

    Originally posted on April 24, 2010 9:24:43 PM EDT

     
     

  • Curtis Taylor

    I would like to know if his GMC 4104 is for sale and how is it on fuel and transportation as far as mechanics and dependability. I lso was wandering if it would be a great chose for a quartet to do a lot of traveling in?

    Originally posted on May 11, 2010 4:38:57 PM EDT

     
     

  • Tim

    I would consider selling the 4104. Email me. vifmw@columbus.rr.com

    Originally posted on May 11, 2010 7:36:03 PM EDT

     
     

  • Kathleen

    I have a 1948 3751 for sale. Bus on the outside, RV on the inside. Sound and ready to roll. kopykat@charter.net

     
     

  • william galloway

    i have a 1958 gm 4104 for sale in side great it runs its the BOS on the elec. short box nead to be replace cell is 605 412 0340 call any time make offer

     
     

  • william galloway

    e mail me bicyclebill04@yahoo.com i still have itmy cell not working or call 308 765 9533 his names norman he will tell me the bus is lic. ins

     
     

  • Pat Robinson

    I need a front emblem to a 1947 Silversides. Anyone know where I might find one?

     
     

  • Steven Pettis

    I have a 1960 GM4104 for sale. The tires (11R/22.5) are only about 1year old. The starter and clutch are only about 2 years old (probably less than 100 hours on both). The 671 Detroit engine still runs like it was the first day it ever ran. It has a roof mount RV A/C. New 110 electrical Rv connections and wiring will run off a generator or RV plug or 15a 110v connection. It sports a very comfortable adjustable Air-Ride seat * two 8ft benches *a small eating-sitting *area a paritition wall for a restroom (nothing inside)* 4 bunks* a built-in couch* a birch-wood cabinet (in the back) *and overhead birch-wood cabinets (in the back). RADIATOR NEEDS REPAIR email for info and I will send pics on request

     
     


  • william galloway

    my new cell 308 672 8875

     
     

  • rob

    I would love to be able to afford one of these one day, spend my summers traveling with my wife and daughter. I think the silversides are such incredible pieces of art. thanks for posting this site.

     
     

  • Jesse

    I have a 1948 GM Greyhound PD 4151 Interior was converted to Motor Home - shower, stove, sink, bathroom, refridgerator, bedroom, cabinets etc. It's in pretty good condition, It has been used and the engine ran fine, However, It has been sitting for a while and needs some engine work to get it running again. You can see it on Craigslist: http://mcallen.en.craigslist.org/cto/2167623219.html or call me @ (956)222-7071

     
     

  • Jim

    I'm looking for parts for a '59 4104. Rear baggage door, rear electric door and fenderwell body panels. I could make the body panels off of a good side piece if it is dimentionaly correct.

     
     

  • william galloway

    people i nead help i have 1958 gmc 4104 the electric box on the side fride the model is 1118416 12volt 160 amp the break lights are not working this bus way donated to me of being homeless and health problems it sat for better 7 yrs i got it to run its tag and inc. i would be geat ful on this help e mail me at bicyclebil04@yahoo.com

     
     

  • philippe mes

    looking for a VERY GOOD silverside
    to be exported to europe
    exteriour must be 100% original and complete
    technicaly VERY GOOD

    regards
    philippe

     
     

  • Leo Plamondon

    Just interested in your buses as I drove courier 50 500 flxible bus with a straight eight motor twin coach prevot .
    Small company in Trail BC this was in 1960 Brings back memories I now retired Leo Plamondon

     
     

  • bo wright

    i have a54 gmc 4104 like new and i love it its nice to know there other folks that feels the same way

     
     

  • Richard Vadnais

    I have a 1957 GMC 4104 for sale. Best offer... I started to convert. Needs injectors put back in, I was going to test them just didn't yet. It also needs new front glass. I also have a 58 but want one of them to live in (some day). Can call me at 719-689-9023 or e-mail me at rav30p@gmail.com ...
    Thanks for looking at this, nice site!!!

     
     

  • Andre Apergis

    Hi i love all of your buses And i have a bus a 1957grayhound bus i own and i was going to try too nake it look sharp but i have been to sick to work on it and i dont want it to jest sit there if you no someone hoo wants to buy a good runing bus call me or email me Purplet357@yahoo.com ph 727 484 5291 it need tlc but a dam good runing bus

     
     

  • Tom Merchant

    I have a 1947 GM 3751 Silversides that I need both windshields for. Does anyone know where I can purchase the two windshields?

     
     

  • Tom Merchant





    I have a 1947 GM 3751 Silversides that I need both windshields for. Does anyone know where I can purchase the two windshields? Please send any replies to me at thomasemerchant@hotmail.com Thanks.

     
     

  • chad

    I have a 1941 pdg 4101 silver side, does any one know of any 40 or 41s still out their? this is # 176 of 224 and i cant fine any others like her,or any info on this one thanks for the help. chad
    chadhughes@hotmail.co.uk

     
     

  • chad

    any glass for the old buses can be cut by your local glass shop its just laminated safety glass,make a wood or plastic pattern that they can match.it also comes in bronze and grey tint if you need tinted glass this is much better then an applied tint

     
     

  • Bob Gaudette

    I have a 1957 GMC 4104 with a detroit 671. Does any one know where I can find a fan hub insulator. The original is made of hard rubber and slides on the crank shaft and the fan slides on over it. Any help would be appreciated. Thank You.

     
     

  • Bernie

    Hey bus fan
    I just got my 1959 PD 4104 and very proud of it, it run and sound realy nice.

    I am looking for 2 passenger side cargo door maybe some one know where there is a couple or even one.

    Keep Smillling

     
     

  • ROGER SMITH

    I HAVE A 1957 4104 I NEED TWO FROUNT ROOF CLERENCE CORNER LIGHT AMBER CAN ANTONE HELP THANKS ROGER 1-561-389-3758 CELL

     
     

  • Bob Gaudette

    I have a 1957 GMC 4104 with a 671 Detroit.I need a fan hub insulator. It slides on the crank shaft and the fan bolts to it. It absorbs the vibration from the fan.Does anyone have one to sell or do you know if some-one rebuilds them or is there a replacement.
    bob@delororealty.com

     
     

  • Al Bianco

    Hello !! Well looks like I have a sleeper in my 52 G M PD 4103 ;S/n 1462. It is a great runner with many latest maintenance technologies installed. Amsoil Lubes thru-out,90 Mm Injectors,(prox 213 HP),and 355 Gears,with 4 speed.Also installed engine revitalizer technology,and Fuel Catalyst which gets prox 12.5 MPG,weighs prox 23K#;has metric tires 235R70 Fr.,275R70 rears,(1/2 gear lower for hills),about 8 years old,70% avg.
    It's conversion is Hardwood with stainless holding and sleeps 6,and carries up to 16.Storage up top is good,you know lower!!
    Breaks my heart to say I cannot fund it any longer,so will offer it to an Ex H D driver who loves to crank a gear once in a while,for a reasonable price.Actually runs smoother than air ride coaches with it's 6 foot springs. I have driven/ compared to MC 5 and MC9,s and it's true.Call for much more specs:559.281.4804

     
     

  • C. Berry Jr.

    Al,

    Do you still have that 4103 in your possession? I'm very interested!

    Send an e-mail with pictures to ignorantdolt@yahoo.com

    C. Berry Jr.

     
     

  • Tim Meeker

    Your 4104 in the pic did you buy it in Virginia from The Virginians Quartet . From what I can see from the pic it sure looks like it . They were some friends of ours and I always enjoyed riding that bus. I have a 90 model 15 Eagle and I am just a bus junkie !!!

     
     

  • Tim Meeker

    Also I had a few of the glass lens in my building if I can find them you can have them. I am in Florida right now but when I get home I will see if I can find them.
    A few marker and a couple clearance lens .

     
     

  • ROGER SMITH

    TWO TIM MEEKER ARE YOU HOME I STEAL NEAD CLERENCE LIGHT FOR MY 1957 GMC 4104 .I WILL BY THEM FROM YOU THANK ROGER 1.561-389-3758ANY TIME

     
     

  • Tim Meeker

    No I am in Florida till March
    I will look for them when I get home

     
     



 

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