The history of International trucks began at the dawn of the 20th Century with the production of farm equipment as well as heavy trucks. By the 1940’s they were making some of the hardest working pickup trucks in America. These trucks built a reputation of ruggedness and high quality that made them highly desirable by many farmers not only in North America but all over the world. At first they looked almost like all the other trucks on the road.
By the late 1930’s they became much better looking, as we can see in this picture of a 1939 International pickup truck. This truck has been restored and customized but we can notice the round edges that weren’t so common at the time. Fords, Chevys and Dodges of those days were much rougher looking than this although they also had their own positive points in terms of design. Doesn’t this looks great, though?
All the other car companies built automobiles first and then adapted them into pickups. With International Harvester it was the other way around. They built pickups first and then adapted them into large station wagons of a model they called Travelall that really rode like passenger cars, large, comfortable and strong passenger cars. The company still exists, albeit completely changed. But unfortunately they don’t make Travelalls anymore.
For the owners of classic International trucks the biggest problem is where to go for regular repairs and maintenance of these old trucks. Restoration projects, on the other hand are close to impossible unless you buy another truck like the one you’re trying to restore and use both of them to make one. Not a very practical idea, of course. In this case, as well as in the case of old Studebaker trucks it is wise to find other owners of the same brand of truck in order for you to get information about the availability of parts.
The scarcity of parts is not such a big problem if you are willing to sacrifice the originality of the truck. You can modernize your antique truck and adapt parts from other types of pickups, maintaining as much of the original appearance as possible. There are good restorers who can suggest what you can do to your truck to have it riding well and looking great.
Once there was a man who needed a pickup truck for deliveries. He was in the business of recycling used tires and he felt a pickup truck would do fine. He was short on money and so he bought a used 1952 International L110.
The truck was drivable but had many problems. Little by little the old man worked on his truck and fixed the major breakdowns. The tire recycling business picked up and he decided to make some improvements to the old L110. A few months later somebody offered him almost twice as much as he had paid for it.
Before agreeing to the sale the old man looked for another old truck and found a 1951 International L110 for the same price he had paid for his, that is 1/2 of what he was getting for his truck. He sold the 1952 and went after the 1951.
The story repeated itself for 22 years. The old man would buy an old truck and restore it, sell it and buy another one. The tire recycling business was sold and the old man dedicated the rest of his life to the truck restoration business, doing almost everything by himself. He died two days before his 72nd birthday, in 1982. During the long years he dedicated to the restoration of old International trucks he bought and sold 18 trucks and made a small fortune with them.
This man knew everything about old International trucks and how to get parts for them. Too bad he isn’t around anymore.
Here are more links to sites with pictures and info on old International trucks:
http://www.classictruckshop.com/47IHC.php
http://www3.telus.net/earthone/1936ihc.html
http://www.magney.org/photofiles/IH_Trucks3.htm
I have a friend that owns a 1951 international L-110. the motor has been rebuilt and painted. run well, interior we re-done in 1985 and is still in great shape. we are looking for an estimated value.
thanks.
Bettina
Hi, Bettina. Your friend’s best bet is to look for the local chapter of the AACA (Antique Automobile Club of America) in his/her area to ask for an estimate. They have people who know everything about classic cars and old trucks and who would be able to make the best estimation of the value of the truck. Find out about the AACA by visiting http://www.aaca.org.
Seeking steering arm on model 1500D international stake body truck, 1970, or ball attached to steering arm that mates with drag link.
Hi. I’m looking for a good fuel tank for a 52 L110. Can anyone help?
Tim
have two tanks for youre model. both should be in good shape. i am looking for two doors and a windshield.
Do you still have either of the fuel tanks? Do you know if they would fit a 1952 L130
Well, have one tank left and i dont know how youre model is set up. mine is under driver door and set in the running board brackets, i can get a foto of it and send via text message.
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When you are able to get a picture, could you send it to sas.repair@gmail.com? Your description matches mine, except I am not sure about the brackets.
Thanks!
I am looking for a motor for my 1951 l-110 doors and windows .
Hi Chris, thanks for the inquiry. I have a R160 and a L160 the cabs are the same as the pickups. They both have motors. I don’t know what size you’re looking for. For a good door your looking at $125 apiece. If you have any questions please feel free to email or call 320-226-3193. I enclosed some pictures of the two trucks that I have. Thanks and have a great evening! Shane
P.S. I forgot, I have a third truck to. It is another L160. Thanks
Do you have a grille for a l-110
Good Morning, no I don’t. Thanks and have a great day! Shane
Did you ever find a fuel tank? I need one for my 1950 L110. Any ideas?
Bob, I eneded up repairing it my self, very tedious. Got it dunked and coated at a local shop in the upstate of SC.
Tim
hey, i am doing up a L120 & have found a guy her in australia that has 28 reconditioned inters & a heap of new & secondhand parts he bought up all the stocks of dealerships here as they closed down. i am pretty sure he is looking at thinning out his stocks. if anyone is intrested i will ask him if he minds if i pass on his details. peter d
I’d love to find a NOS Carter YF for my 52, See if he has one.
Can you see if he has a new tank and a fuel sending unit? Mine is beyond repair. Thank you
i will find out in the next couple of days & let you know
Im looking for a fuel pump for a 1953 Internatioal model R130. It has an A.C. on it now part # 9795 Thanks ED.
I have a ACDelco old new stock fuel pump that I am getting ready to list on Ebay. I do not know what vehicle it fits but the number on it is AC 9795 if you are interested.
i have good front walk away for 1973 international pickup what is a fair price
I just posted a pair on International triple diamond hub caps on Ebay if you are interested!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120795456130#ht_982wt_157
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I have a 1928 internationail radiator cover in good shape if interested contact shane 719-963-2880 thanks
have a 1927 six speed special, looking for a like new badge for the grill shell
Hi Paul:
I have a 27 C cab, took for ever to find grill bezel, I’ll keep my eyes open for you. I’m looking for a set of oval style, headlight to fender mounts.
Rick
i need 110 international parts” grill /fenders/ bed floor/runningboards…everything i can get to build the one i just bought….thanks…call 610 603 6222..in u have any
HELP!! i need a front hub for a 2wd 1950-1962 international halfton truck. im in desperate need. please call 1 916 410 8984 if you have one for sale. lug patternm is 5 on 4.5″
thank you so much.
-Skyler
hi there i have a 1950 bed as a trailer but with the front axle of the pickup as the current trailer axle. u can email me at eiotniveros82@yahoo.com
I have a hub extremestud2@gmail.com
Good Morning Dana, I don’t have a hub. I’ll keep my eyes open for one. Have a nice 4th. Shane
shanescarparts.com
i have been trying to source some parts for a 1940 d-15 model international if anyone could point me in the right direction. thank you
i just bought my ih and believe the title is off by at least two years. she is definetly a L model and i am hoping some one could identify by the seriel number. the original 6 cyl and three speed are also for sale. will have more info on engine soon but was told it ran a year and a half ago and the trans seams to be in great shape.
I would be interested in the engine. Look on the right front side of engine just below the head. Engine number will be stamped in the block i a square flat place… I need a 220 or 264 etc
Hello all I have resently aquired a 1951 international l-120 and am selling everything except the body and frame the driveline is in good condition and the motor runs great for info and pictures email me at racecar.28@live.com as I said every thing is for sale except the body and frame that includes the interior which is in good condition as well
hello, good luck on you’re truck. just checking to see if you have or know where to get a left side door or both doors. i have my entire truck but will be switching to ford power and running gear. most of truck is repairable and i can fix frame, but will definetly need left door. thanks for you’re time.
Does ur truck still have the original radio
No, my 54 Chevy didn’t have a radio when I first got it. I’ve installed a modern radio with an original face in it’s place. The radio is digital, AM-FM Stereo.
Have a 1956 Travelall and need parts or a parts truck !
I am lookin 4 a driver side fender 4 a 1966 international 1200a pickup can anyone tell me where I might find one
Need Grille for 1952 International L-110 mainly need head and parking lamp area some rust OK
good luck jim, i got lucky on my 51 cuz it came with a entire clip. the area you are describing is gone on mine too. i keep looking down here and if you see a lefft door that would be appreciated. there is an L series sitting down here behind a Cody’s Road House and i am trying to find the owner to see if he will come off of it.
looking for a radiator cap, 1929 six speed special, screw on, inside threads, 2″ inside dia.,16 threads per inch
Hi everyone , I have a 1956 Series 100 RHD IH pickup , sadly i live in South Africa and parts are as scarce as chciken teeth. I have managed to hunt down seals for all and sundry but deperate for a fender International Emblem as well as S-100 emblem which is set belwo the Int, emblem. Could anybody help me please ?
we are trying to find the window seals, door seals, fender seals, basically any and all weatherstripping for a 1951 L110 International harvester pick up. please email me at twoquick4u2@yahoo.com if you can help. Thank you
have seen adds in hemmings and assorted remote old car and truc mags, also hot rod deluxe and car culture. suprilingly people are still offering parts for our trucks, just no sheet metal. i even found someone doing glass up in wisconsin.
Hey Ken thanks for the info. What’s the name of the place for the glass? May end up needing some. Thanks again
Ken,
Do you know the name of the place in Wisconsin? I am looking to replace my glass in my 52 L110.
Tim
yes, its Auto City Classics. 28433 Hwy 65 NE Isanti, MN 55040. phone is 763-444-5880. on the web at autocity@att.net. let me know how it works out, and if you can send me some pics.
stefen, did you get all that, lol! didnt see youre post until i could scroll.
Yes I did get it thanks. That’s very useful.
oh yes, i am still looking to sell or trade my 220 with three speed. am in need of a driver door or a set of doors.
How much are you asking for the motor and tranny?
ok, the best way to proceed here is private e-mail. i am not looking to get rich off of any of this and i dont believe in screwing people, as i have done this sort of thing for years, and if you are doing a restoration i would love to see the stuff going to a good home. my e-mail is zweifelkr@yahoo.com, then we can trade more info. i am in the middle of moving residence so i might be a couple days answering. i also have the rear end if you want, but all in all everything will be super cheap. thanks for youre intrest and hope to talk to you soon!
Is the 220 engine still for sale?
hi ken, i have a door for you & entire running gear & motor & new clutch for anyone intrested like you dont want heaps just like to see them go to a good home but i live in australia shipping my be expensive but can organise at no cost from me.im looking for glove box door & grill bars you can get me on palplumbing@bigpond.com thanks to anyone peter d
just wondering my son has a 52 internatinal truck and its missing the master silinder its in ok shape but its been sitting on our farm fore over 8 years and hasent been running if we sale it we dont have a clue to how much to ask for it were in idaho dose aney body have an ida weare we can find out what its worth? he dosent have any intrest in restoring it anymore.
hi linda, i am after some parts for a 52 inter if you are willing to part it out could you contact me at palplumbing@bigpond.com thanks peter d
I am looking for the left door of a 1930 International six speed special. Does anyone know where I could find one? Thanks
Hi, I’m looking for tailgate cables for a 1967 International 1100 series, (just like the one stuck in the above picture). Does anyone know of any being produced, or remanufactured?
iam looking for front fenders hood doors for cab over engine 1954,55,56
i have fenders-doors-hood for a 1955 international pickup.
Do you still have those fenders for the 55 ? How about a tailgate or trans ?
Like to know about the 55 parts. Will they fit a 54 R100? Thanks Gary
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I´m looking front bumper international truck 1958, jjuanrazo@hotmail.com
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hi im looking for parts for my 1967 international ab160 truck been trying for 18 months now is there anyone out there that can help or reccomend thanks tom
I have a set of running boards and fendors for a late 60’s step side p/u. Also bed missing the floor, meaning the sides. All in decent shape.
Tim
I’m looking for a set of 4 hub caps for a 1966 1200A pickup 3/4 6 bolt pattern, that is all I need to finish the truck.
sorry mate dont have
I need a fuel tank for a 1950 L110. Anyone know where I can get one, new or used?
HI!!! I HAVE PARTS !!! BED, REAR FENDERS, TWO DOORS, MOTOR BLOCK . (50-53 or 4, its the L series) I am looking for the exhaust manifold for a 51 L110 half ton . mingito3@yahoo.com
Looking for 1971 international truck carburator anyone have information and price
i have a 51 single axle dump and don’t know what model it is can you help ?
I need a right side door off a 1952 L-120- any one got one they don’t need
i have a 1927 international truck and im in search of a generator,distributer,and the carburator. help!!!
Hello. I have a 1947 International KB6 Oil truck I rebuilt the wheel cylinders and master cylinder. Now I need to find tie rod end left side . Any ideas? Thanks Fitzy
lookin for power steering parts for a loadstar 1600 it has manual now. also light pull switch with restat for a 1968 1700 loadstar.
I NEED A MOTOR BD 308 FOR A 1970 1600 LOADSTAR , THOUGHT YOU MIGHT HAVE SOMETHING.
Hi thanks for the inquiry. No I don’t have a BD 308 motor. I have a 1800 loadstar with power steering in it. It has the 345 V8 motor in it. I also have a bunch of junked out loadstars with the light pull switches in them. If you have any questions please feel free to email or call 320-226-3193. Thanks and have a great evening! Shane
shanescarparts.com
Located tie rod ends at dealership
Thanks anyway Fitzy
Anybody interested in a 47 KB 6 oil truck Parade Ready $4500 fitzy
if you still have this kb6 I may be interested. threedtractor@yahoo.com
I am looking for a 1951 to a 1954 international l-110 grille in good condition
Looking for an old 1954 international 130 seres for parts
My phone number is 812 686 8839 . I’m the guy looking for the 1954international 130 seres truck for parts.
I have a 54 R100 and need some body parts, passenger running board, hood, grill contact Gary 772485-0904 or garyadi@bellsouth.net
I have just got a 1956 S-120 4×4 factory missing the transfer case. Can anyone help me with this and other possible parts.
I am looking for a set of Drum shaped headlights for a 1925 International Harvester Truck. I also need the mounting brackets, they mount on to the side of the Cowl.
I am looking for a drivers side rear fender for 1939 international D line truck. Have most of truck restored and modified just need fender!!
I am looking for non-split rims for my 1952 L130. Does anyone know of a wheel(s) that will work on this vehicle?
Hi Clint, is that a one ton truck? Also does that have the six bolt rim? Thanks Shane
Yes, it is a 1 ton with a 6 bolt pattern.
Trying to locate at Drivers Side Door (complete door if possible), Hood & Gas Tank for a “52” L112. Still somewhat confused as pickup has L110 emblems but paper work says L112…
Good Morning Danny, I have a L160 and a R160. The cabs are the same as the pickup. I have a good door for $125. I also has a good hood for $150. I don’t know if the hoods are the same on the trucks. I’m located in Dawson, Minnesota. If you have any questions please feel free to email or call 320-226-3193. Thanks and have a great day! Shane
P.S. If you want some pictures I can snap some for you. Shane shanescarparts.com
Thank You !!!!,,,, I’ll give you a call when we get closer to getting it running, still trying to locate a gas tank, have had a few guys offer, but so far no one will ship a used tank, trying to figure that part out…
Does anyone know of a 220 silver diamond straight six. It’s for a 1951 international harvester L110, that’s available that runs or its in good shape to be rebuilt, the one we have is in bad shape needs a total overhaul and may cost quite a few dollars to fix
I have a motor and transmission from a 1952 L120 with 56000 miles on it runs great.
I need to know where I can find a front grille for a 52 L110.
I’m looking for a tailgate for a 1952 International L120. If anyone has any info on where I may be able to find one would be great. Thank you.
I have a tailgate that came off of a 1953 L120.
Please e-mail me at dxnill@aol.com about the tailgate.
Thanks
does anyone know how to remove the rear hubs on a 1936 international pickup
I may have a tailgate for an early 50’s IHC pickup but will not know until late may when i get to CO..
Did you ever check to see if you had the 1952 L1120 tailgate?
Yes I have a tailgate but don’t know how to contact you
Dixie. I may have a tailgate for a 52 L120
Does anyone have a source for non-split rim wheels for ’52 L130? One Ton with six bolt hubs.
need a new clutch for a 1951 international 6cyl big L motor
Good Morning William. What size truck and motor do you have? Is that a 11, 12 or 13 inch clutch? What is the size of the transmission input shaft and how many spline is the input shaft? Thanks and have a great day. Shane at shanescarparts.com
Hi, im looking for a clutch and pressure plate for a 1951 L110 with the 220 six, I cant find one anywhere. you can call me at 605-350-3875 if anyone has one. Thanks
My great uncle owned a IHC sales and service shop in Monmouth ,Or! I have 53 r110 custom panel conversion to school bus,and a 1936 c-series cab that I’m trying to get a frame and early driver train for! Any help on Oregon or close to Oregon would be cool! The rpugher the better
i am looking for INTERNATIONAL R130 Parts anyone who can help, please Contact me +25840293124,my name is DOCTOR MESULI BIYELA From South Africa Durban currently i Mozambique for work. Thank you
What year?
I ran across a 1939 IH 1/2 ton pickup this weekend in a barn. It was driven into the barn in 1966 and has sat there over since. It looks to be mostly complete but also looks pretty rusty. The fenders are definitely tore up. I am not sure what i am going to do with it…should i tear it down and sell part or would i be better off to sell it complete as is? Maybe rat rod? I am not very knowledgeable about the IH pickups and all ready have a 48 chevy coupe i am working on so I have no real plans.for the truck…but i couldn’t just leave it there and would hate to see it scraped especially since it comes with a good title. I guess i am looking for suggestions or maybe any ideas what and where to sell it or parts of it.
Thank you all
I have a 1952 International pickup truck and I am looking for the bed .If somone know where to find it let me know
I have a bed but it won’t be available until late spring of 2016.
I need two front drum and two rear drum for a 1971 1110 custom pick-up
You might try travelallparts.com they have a lot of parts that are hard to find
Hi, thanks for the inquiry. I don’t have any. You can get new ones at rockauto.com. Thanks and have a great day! Shane
shanescarparts.com
The motor and transmission I mentioned yesterday from A 1952 L120 W/ 56000 mi. is for sale.
leroycaranci@windstream.net
Hi, I’ve got a 1972 1210 camper special, that needs a restoration. The bed floor has rotted and I was wondering if anybody might possibly have a salvage bed that still has a good floor in it
Hi, I’m looking for a right rear fender for 1940’s KB3 international pickup truck. If anyone has one I will have a complete frame motor trans, steering, rear end from same truck available after changing frames for sale.
Hi, anyone have experience with ’37 d2 restoration. Need rear axle help currently. Thank you