Gaylords fiberglass bed cover - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Denny · 08-02-2003, 01:10 AM

Has anyone seen the gaylords fiberglass bed covers on one of our trucks? Are they built well and how are the locks and the seals? I am interested in them but would like to know if they are made well. I have a camper shell on my truck and do not like how the wind blows the truck on the highway, but I need secure storage area in the bed. Thanks...

Bill72BB · 08-02-2003, 02:41 AM

The Gaylords I have seen go over the bed rail and look good , I have several friends who have them on later model trucks and love them .
I plan to get one for my truck B4 I get it painted.

Blue Beard ; Just put one on his truck awhile back ,Search isn't working so you might PM him and see how he likes it.

Edmond · 08-02-2003, 03:17 AM

I have no trouble with water leaks in the bed. It seals real good.
Only trouble was that they didn't have one for a Longhorn, so I had to make something myself to close the gap.

Here's mine just after being painted to match the color of the truck....

Cya,
Edmond

treefrog · 08-02-2003, 07:36 AM

Glad this got posted, I was going to ask questions also.

Gayord is one, any other input on smooth finish covers, good/bad/ avoid? I want to go with a cover this month. Checker is another I've heard about. Input?
TF

tim m · 08-02-2003, 08:55 AM

Ive had mine for 3 years now and I love it. There are no leaks at all. It fits over the bed rails.

busterwivell · 08-02-2003, 10:20 AM

Gaylord says they can't help with my Longhorn. I called Checkmate, and they say they can make on, but the front seven inches will be stationary, and hinge from there back. Anyone tried them?

Denny · 08-02-2003, 11:01 AM

Thanks for all the info on the covers. They sound like they are very well made. I hate buying products unseen from out of town, this helps to know that they are made well. Did any of you guys get the prepainted ones from them? Do any of you know how much they weigh by chance?

**john** · 08-02-2003, 07:05 PM

Heres mine. I don't know how much they weigh but I would guess around 125 lbs. Two guys can handle them easy. I heard they have a new clamp on mounting now so you don't have to drill holes in your bed.

Steven Sellers · 08-02-2003, 07:58 PM

I dont know whos truck this is and I hope they dont mind, it is probally the best looking truck I have ever laid eyes on, my opinion of course.

Steven Sellers · 08-02-2003, 07:59 PM

one more

treefrog · 08-02-2003, 08:51 PM

I think that's what I'm looking for, but at their website, their picture looks like it just sits on top. Is the rollover edge an option?

Steven Sellers · 08-02-2003, 10:28 PM

Sorry frog I cant help you, it is just a pic I saved because I will buy one but I have way to much stuff to do first to look into it now

Bill72BB · 08-02-2003, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by treefrog
I think that's what I'm looking for, but at their website, their picture looks like it just sits on top. Is the rollover edge an option?

Everyone I have seen has the rollover the bed rail .

Denny · 08-03-2003, 11:06 PM

Wow thanks for the pictures Steve and John, your truck are beautiful. I really like those covers now that I have seen them on your trucks. I appreciate all the help. I will be ordering one soon.

Bill72BB · 08-04-2003, 07:30 PM

Just got this one today was a return from shipping damage.

treefrog · 08-05-2003, 06:55 AM

I found a dealer about 130 miles from here. I'm going next weekend to see it first hand and probably order. Looks good, and the responses have been good. TF

08-02-2003, 01:10 AM	#1
Denny Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cedar Hill, MO Posts: 426	Gaylords fiberglass bed cover Has anyone seen the gaylords fiberglass bed covers on one of our trucks? Are they built well and how are the locks and the seals? I am interested in them but would like to know if they are made well. I have a camper shell on my truck and do not like how the wind blows the truck on the highway, but I need secure storage area in the bed. Thanks... __________________ 1969 Chevy C10. Dakota Digital Gauges, 383 Votex Engine, MSD 8361 Distributor, MSD 6A Unit, Demon Carb, Phoenix Transmission 4L80E trans, 3:73 Posi Rear End Early Classics 6 Lug Disc Brakes and Spindles All Stainless Lines

08-02-2003, 02:41 AM	#2
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,979	The Gaylords I have seen go over the bed rail and look good , I have several friends who have them on later model trucks and love them . I plan to get one for my truck B4 I get it painted. Blue Beard ; Just put one on his truck awhile back ,Search isn't working so you might PM him and see how he likes it. __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen , Last edited by Bill72BB; 08-02-2003 at 03:04 AM.

08-02-2003, 03:17 AM	#3
Edmond Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,063	I have no trouble with water leaks in the bed. It seals real good. Only trouble was that they didn't have one for a Longhorn, so I had to make something myself to close the gap. Here's mine just after being painted to match the color of the truck.... Cya, Edmond Attached Images __________________ 1971 Chevy C/20 Longhorn, 350/TH400, Edelbrock Performer, IMPCO 425 LPG Carb 1974 Chevy Camaro Z28 (Original) ------------------------- The Netherlands Last edited by Edmond; 08-02-2003 at 03:19 AM.

08-02-2003, 07:36 AM	#4
treefrog Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Knoxville, TN USA Posts: 189	Covers Glad this got posted, I was going to ask questions also. Gayord is one, any other input on smooth finish covers, good/bad/ avoid? I want to go with a cover this month. Checker is another I've heard about. Input? TF

08-02-2003, 08:55 AM	#5
tim m Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Gilbert Az Posts: 286	Ive had mine for 3 years now and I love it. There are no leaks at all. It fits over the bed rails. __________________ 1970 k10 1971 C10 Gilbert Az

08-02-2003, 10:20 AM	#6
busterwivell Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Sahuarita, AZ USA Posts: 2,033	Gaylord says they can't help with my Longhorn. I called Checkmate, and they say they can make on, but the front seven inches will be stationary, and hinge from there back. Anyone tried them? __________________ Bill - Tucson, AZ 47 Chevrolet 2 dr sedan 56 Chevrolet 210 2 dr sedan 66 Chevrolet Malibu 2 dr 4 speed 71 Chevrolet C30 Longhorn 86 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS (Sold) 01 Chevrolet Tahoe IM - BUSTERWIVE@aol.com

08-02-2003, 11:01 AM	#7
Denny Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cedar Hill, MO Posts: 426	Thanks for all the info on the covers. They sound like they are very well made. I hate buying products unseen from out of town, this helps to know that they are made well. Did any of you guys get the prepainted ones from them? Do any of you know how much they weigh by chance? __________________ 1969 Chevy C10. Dakota Digital Gauges, 383 Votex Engine, MSD 8361 Distributor, MSD 6A Unit, Demon Carb, Phoenix Transmission 4L80E trans, 3:73 Posi Rear End Early Classics 6 Lug Disc Brakes and Spindles All Stainless Lines

08-02-2003, 07:05 PM	#8
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	Heres mine. I don't know how much they weigh but I would guess around 125 lbs. Two guys can handle them easy. I heard they have a new clamp on mounting now so you don't have to drill holes in your bed. Attached Images __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/

08-02-2003, 07:58 PM	#9
Steven Sellers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 692	I dont know whos truck this is and I hope they dont mind, it is probally the best looking truck I have ever laid eyes on, my opinion of course. Attached Images __________________ 2008 Buick Enclave(wifes new non wrecked) 1996 Jeep Cherokee 2002 2500HD 6.0L (traded) 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee(wifes/wrecked) 1977 DJ5 postal jeep(mmm lots of fun) 1988 Toyota 2wd p/u(DD, blewup 199,000) 1991 Toyota 2ed p/u (sry just cant break these things) 1997 XR70 Honda 1991 Z50(FOR SALE) 1972 Z50 Honda 1970 SWB 350/knucklebuster "The adventure begins and I am confident that there will be no end".

08-02-2003, 07:59 PM	#10
Steven Sellers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 692	one more Attached Images __________________ 2008 Buick Enclave(wifes new non wrecked) 1996 Jeep Cherokee 2002 2500HD 6.0L (traded) 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee(wifes/wrecked) 1977 DJ5 postal jeep(mmm lots of fun) 1988 Toyota 2wd p/u(DD, blewup 199,000) 1991 Toyota 2ed p/u (sry just cant break these things) 1997 XR70 Honda 1991 Z50(FOR SALE) 1972 Z50 Honda 1970 SWB 350/knucklebuster "The adventure begins and I am confident that there will be no end".

08-02-2003, 08:51 PM	#11
treefrog Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Knoxville, TN USA Posts: 189	John / Steve I think that's what I'm looking for, but at their website, their picture looks like it just sits on top. Is the rollover edge an option?

08-02-2003, 10:28 PM	#12
Steven Sellers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 692	Sorry frog I cant help you, it is just a pic I saved because I will buy one but I have way to much stuff to do first to look into it now __________________ 2008 Buick Enclave(wifes new non wrecked) 1996 Jeep Cherokee 2002 2500HD 6.0L (traded) 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee(wifes/wrecked) 1977 DJ5 postal jeep(mmm lots of fun) 1988 Toyota 2wd p/u(DD, blewup 199,000) 1991 Toyota 2ed p/u (sry just cant break these things) 1997 XR70 Honda 1991 Z50(FOR SALE) 1972 Z50 Honda 1970 SWB 350/knucklebuster "The adventure begins and I am confident that there will be no end".

08-03-2003, 11:06 PM	#14
Denny Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cedar Hill, MO Posts: 426	Wow thanks for the pictures Steve and John, your truck are beautiful. I really like those covers now that I have seen them on your trucks. I appreciate all the help. I will be ordering one soon. __________________ 1969 Chevy C10. Dakota Digital Gauges, 383 Votex Engine, MSD 8361 Distributor, MSD 6A Unit, Demon Carb, Phoenix Transmission 4L80E trans, 3:73 Posi Rear End Early Classics 6 Lug Disc Brakes and Spindles All Stainless Lines

08-04-2003, 07:30 PM	#15
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,979	Just got this one today was a return from shipping damage. Attached Images __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

08-05-2003, 06:55 AM	#16
treefrog Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Knoxville, TN USA Posts: 189	Cover I found a dealer about 130 miles from here. I'm going next weekend to see it first hand and probably order. Looks good, and the responses have been good. TF



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