The best Advance Design truck upgrades are the ones that make a 1947-1954 truck easier to live with and still look like they belong. If you own a 1947-1954 Chevy or GMC truck, these ten LS Fabrication parts cover the engine bay, the cab and the interior. First, the sheet metal and hardware. Then, the interior pieces that finish the cab.
1. Hood Strut Kit

Worried about your hood slamming shut while you’re performing maintenance on your truck? LS Fabrication’s Hood Strut Kit ensures that your hood stays securely in place. It’s easy to install and will provide a sleek and tidy look under the hood.
Shop This Part2. Bead Rolled Firewall

LS Fabrication’s Bead Rolled Firewall is a great addition to any truck enthusiast’s ride. It replaces the old, rusted firewall and provides a clean, polished look, plus additional clearance for large engines.
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The two parts above live in the engine bay. The rest of the list is inside the cab, where you spend your time.
3. Speaker Brackets

Want to blast your favorite tunes as you cruise down the road? LS Fabrication’s Speaker Brackets are perfect for mounting speakers in your truck. They’re sturdy, durable, and will provide a customized look to your sound system.
Shop This Part4. Aluminum Door Panels (Bead Rolled)

Upgrade your door panels and add some visual appeal with LS Fabrication’s Aluminum Door Panels — available in a variety of bead-rolled designs and finishes. Lightweight and easy to install.
Shop This Part5. Sweet Patina Sauce

Looking to add some character to your Advance Design Chevy truck? LS Fabrication’s Sweet Patina Sauce creates a vintage, rusty patina look that can’t be achieved through any other method.
Shop This Part6. Transmission Tunnel

If you’re in the process of swapping out your transmission, LS Fabrication’s Transmission Tunnel is a must-have — it provides clearance for modern drivetrain conversions and eliminates the bulky factory tunnel.
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7. Cup Holders

It’s always convenient to have a place to store your drink while driving. LS Fabrication’s Cup Holders are easy to install and made from high-quality materials, durable enough to handle any spilled drinks.
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For those who prefer a clean, minimalist look in their truck’s interior, LS Fabrication’s Radio Delete replaces the factory radio location with a sleek, polished plate. Easy to install, professional look for any dash.
Shop This Part9. Cowl Vent Delete

LS Fabrication’s Cowl Vent Delete eliminates the unsightly factory cowl vent in your truck’s hood — easy to install with a clean, polished look for your engine bay.
Shop This Part10. ABS Headliners and Other ABS Panels

Upgrade your truck’s interior with LS Fabrication’s ABS Headliner — replacing the outdated factory headliner with a high-quality, durable one for a sleek, finished cabin look.
Shop This PartWhether you’re looking for a small upgrade or a complete overhaul, these Advance Design truck upgrades add style and function to the truck. When you’re in the market for the best fabricated parts for your 1947-1954 Chevy truck, look no further than LS Fabrication. New to the generation? Our Chevy 3100 guide covers the years and changes, the hood struts guide shows the first install on the list, and Wikipedia has the factory history of the Advance Design series.
All ten, plus the bead rolled firewalls, kick panels and aluminum door panels cut for this cab, are in our 47-54 truck parts collection.



















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