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Andy4639 · 03-22-2009, 08:43 AM

There are two ways to install it. The factory way is drill holes all the way down both sides and use the factory type clips or buy the aftermarket glue on clips.
If I'm not mistaken though you still have to drill the holes for the brake light trim and tailgate. They may make those now also but they didn't when I redid mine the first time. I have 2 sets of the trim for a long bed sitting in the garage. I did away with it on the 71 this time.

This is mine being welded up. Give you a idea of how many holes you will need. All those little shinny spots are trim holes.

03-22-2009, 08:43 AM	#2
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Body Side Trim There are two ways to install it. The factory way is drill holes all the way down both sides and use the factory type clips or buy the aftermarket glue on clips. If I'm not mistaken though you still have to drill the holes for the brake light trim and tailgate. They may make those now also but they didn't when I redid mine the first time. I have 2 sets of the trim for a long bed sitting in the garage. I did away with it on the 71 this time. This is mine being welded up. Give you a idea of how many holes you will need. All those little shinny spots are trim holes. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.