1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Well gang, I finally have a set of this trim on the way. It's been a year of searching.

For those who have it, what type of fasters hold it on?
My understanding is the end pieces screw/bolt on and then the stainless strips go over the exposed screw heads.

But how do the stainless strips attach? Clips? Studs and nuts?

For anyone who had to drill the holes, what did you use for a template?

Thanks!
Grape :chevy:

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

You are correct on the cast pieces, they are studded and attach via threads. The stainless strips attach with clips. I'd say to mount them the easiest thing to do would be to mount your two cast pieces and mark the edges of the stainless trim with masking tape and drill the holes needed in between the two pieces of tape.

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

I know a bit of a "bump" of an old post, but does anyone have a lead on clips for the stainless strips for the 59 bedside trim?

I just got mine back from the trim shop and I want to do a test install before my truck gets painted.

Curious if these were off the shelf clips GM used on other cars so that I can find them.

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Where can I get a set of these trim ? I have been looking for a long, long while. Anyone have a lead, or a pair they aren't gonna use?

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

I found mine on Craig's list. They were rough, but my trim guy made them show quality.
Be prepared to pay for the rarity...

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You should be able to find GM truck or auto clip from the same time that will work. I usually start in the trim section an Napa they usually have a universal one that will work. Last set I looked at went well north of $1,000 for a set that needed tuned up and polished. I have only seen one set of NOS is over 25 years of looking and could not afford it either. I keep hoping to find that bed sitting behind the shed with the trim intact that I can get for scrap value....

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Thanks Orrie, I hadn't gone there yet.

$1000 seems to be market price for a rough set. :o

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Here's some cheap, you just need to buy the whole truck


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...K%3AMEWAX%3AIT

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

That looks like an awesome deal.

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Looks like it has the chrome cab trim and grille too. Might have some other goodies inside. Wish it was closer, definately value in the parts.

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That thing is about 40 mins away from me.

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Damn, it's always in someone else's backyard. GRIMSS I hope you jump on that...hahaha

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Don't really need the trim, but if someone wanted the trim I could help store and dispose of the rest of the truck. :lol:

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I got the tip and the back. Can anyone tell me where to get the strips?

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Im your huckleberry.

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

It sold a few minutes ago for $726.00. wow, wish I had a way to bring it here or I would have bought it for a few of the parts.

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Thats a custom cab. They came with chromed knobs,trim, window trim, grille and bumpers. thats a real good bargain if it goes for under $2000

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Screaming deal for someone.

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Just got back from Pomona. Got a complete set of bed side trim with an extra tip and 2 extra back pieces for $350.

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

WOW, I & 3 friends walked the ENTIRE swap meet looking for the bedside trim and couldn't find any. You must have been in front of us. We Did find a few other good things though. Great find Tchia65.

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

They were on the first full isle. Right next to the walkway under a 58 grill. I saw them at 8:00 put didn't go back for them until 1300. Sounds like you got some good stuff anyway though.

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

I talked to the guys at www.billstruckshop.com a few months ago and they have repo'd the end pieces and were supposed to have the long stainless pieces ready by mid summer. The 4 cast ends run $375 Canadian and no price yet on the stainless.

I want a set bad for my 55-9 Chevy/GMC short fleet. Yeah, it's a total mixture of the parts I like from the various years and both brands.

Rob in West Texas

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Bill's is about 45 minutes from me. If you wanted me to look at anything let me know and I could make a trip...

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

Hi all I have a set of trim forsale minus the end pieces, I can get them for you
209 887 9184

Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed)
 

:wop: sorry had to do it