69-70 With saddle bags? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

AJLChase · 08-24-2009, 11:32 PM

I don't have the pic on me. But next to the garage I rent out a guy has a truck that looks like its a long box step side with saddle bag type metal compartments in between the tires and the cab. Steel floor too. Were these very common back in the day?

72BlckButy · 08-24-2009, 11:37 PM

This is actually a toolbox area, and while they were installed on several trucks, they were in limited quantity. I've seen the rust free doors go for $150.

**71blksuper4x4** · 08-24-2009, 11:44 PM

Nate, he said it was a long bed stepside, it is not the toolbox I believe you are talking about on a fleetside long box. AJLCHASE, you should take a pic next time you are near. I don't believe I have seen any long step sides with a utility side compartment. They might be aftermarket created. Trevor

AJLChase · 08-24-2009, 11:51 PM

It was a C/20 350. Had a big ole stick shift in it. The bed was a flat steel not a ribbed/rippled one like most. Where the steps were on both sides of the bed was a lock box on each side that looked welded into place. It's pretty neat. The guy who I talked to next door said it was always sitting there and it might be for sale. I did with out asking pop the hood and there looks to be a fair bit of bondo type wrapping along the fire wall.

72BlckButy · 08-24-2009, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

Nate, he said it was a long bed stepside, it is not the toolbox I believe you are talking about on a fleetside long box. AJLCHASE, you should take a pic next time you are near. I don't believe I have seen any long step sides with a utility side compartment. They might be aftermarket created. Trevor

Is it late, or is it just me....

Sorry about that guys!

**71blksuper4x4** · 08-25-2009, 12:46 AM

AJLCHASE, I believe you are referring to a utility box instead of a normal bed? One that construction crews typically use? Trevor

AJLChase · 08-25-2009, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

AJLCHASE, I believe you are referring to a utility box instead of a normal bed? One that construction crews typically use? Trevor

It looked just like this truck, but where the step is there was a box on each side of it that locked and it was fully made of metal. If it was after market it looks like it would be a good pass for stock.

**special-K** · 08-25-2009, 07:14 AM

I`ve seen people mount boxes that fit between the cab and the fender over the step.It`s an addition made by owners.

PanelDeland · 08-25-2009, 05:27 PM

I'm with special-K.I've seen them that fitted well and some not so well.Most that I have actually noticed were on 3/4 tons with camper.Lots of people put their assorted camping equipment there.

unclewatts · 08-25-2009, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by AJLChase

I don't have the pic on me. But next to the garage I rent out a guy has a truck that looks like its a long box step side with saddle bag type metal compartments in between the tires and the cab. Steel floor too. Were these very common back in the day?

Number one, I'm pretty darn sure that GM never made a short or longbed stepside with a steel floor. That guy probably covered or replaced the old, shot wood floor with a steel sheet. From what I understand your saying about the step mounted tool box(es) I'm also pretty sure that was something that was added after the truck was built. I'm no historical expert but I do own a longbed stepside.

GMC406 · 08-25-2009, 11:03 PM

are you refering to something like this

AJLChase · 08-25-2009, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by GMC406

are you refering to something like this

Something similiar yes. I will be heading to the garage tomorrow after work I'll stop by and take a pic of the truck with my cell phone and then post it tomorrow night. It probably is an aftermarket add on but, I think it kind of stands out and too it probably has a self made steel floor to it. It just looks different

**68 Stepside** · 08-25-2009, 11:09 PM

My Uncle Richard had a 71 or 72 lwb step with utility boxes bolted in place of the stepside fenders. I wish I had some good pictures of it.

AJLChase · 08-26-2009, 10:58 PM

72BlckButy · 08-26-2009, 11:11 PM

IMO... I bet it's an aftermarket add on, but it definitely adds more storage space.

Thanks for grabbing the pics!

08-24-2009, 11:32 PM	#1
AJLChase Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lincoln, NE Posts: 322	69-70 With saddle bags? I don't have the pic on me. But next to the garage I rent out a guy has a truck that looks like its a long box step side with saddle bag type metal compartments in between the tires and the cab. Steel floor too. Were these very common back in the day?

08-24-2009, 11:37 PM	#2
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 69-70 With saddle bags? This is actually a toolbox area, and while they were installed on several trucks, they were in limited quantity. I've seen the rust free doors go for $150. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

08-24-2009, 11:44 PM	#3
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: 69-70 With saddle bags? Nate, he said it was a long bed stepside, it is not the toolbox I believe you are talking about on a fleetside long box. AJLCHASE, you should take a pic next time you are near. I don't believe I have seen any long step sides with a utility side compartment. They might be aftermarket created. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

08-24-2009, 11:51 PM	#4
AJLChase Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lincoln, NE Posts: 322	Re: 69-70 With saddle bags? It was a C/20 350. Had a big ole stick shift in it. The bed was a flat steel not a ribbed/rippled one like most. Where the steps were on both sides of the bed was a lock box on each side that looked welded into place. It's pretty neat. The guy who I talked to next door said it was always sitting there and it might be for sale. I did with out asking pop the hood and there looks to be a fair bit of bondo type wrapping along the fire wall.

08-25-2009, 12:46 AM	#6
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: 69-70 With saddle bags? AJLCHASE, I believe you are referring to a utility box instead of a normal bed? One that construction crews typically use? Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

08-25-2009, 07:14 AM	#8
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08-25-2009, 05:27 PM	#9
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: 69-70 With saddle bags? I'm with special-K.I've seen them that fitted well and some not so well.Most that I have actually noticed were on 3/4 tons with camper.Lots of people put their assorted camping equipment there. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

08-25-2009, 11:03 PM	#11
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08-25-2009, 11:09 PM	#13
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,690	Re: 69-70 With saddle bags? My Uncle Richard had a 71 or 72 lwb step with utility boxes bolted in place of the stepside fenders. I wish I had some good pictures of it. __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

08-26-2009, 10:58 PM	#14
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08-26-2009, 11:11 PM	#15
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 69-70 With saddle bags? IMO... I bet it's an aftermarket add on, but it definitely adds more storage space. Thanks for grabbing the pics! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

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