How are the repop bedsides?

[FlameOut]

I see many places selling the bedside replacement panels, but wondered if they are a complete panel (both inner and outer panels) All photos just show the outer. Prices are between $475-550 so I'm thinking for that much, it must be a complete, ready to bolt on, panel. To anyone that has used them, how are the body lines? I can either order AMD panels through Summit and pick them up, or through LMC and get free shipping. There is also a short bed for sale in my area, but he wants $2000

The only thing holding me back from finishing my 72 short bed K10 is the bed. I initially was waiting for a board member who is in the process of repoping the rear lower panels, but not sure when they will be available

[Nsanehotrodz]

Originally Posted by FlameOut

I see many places selling the bedside replacement panels, but wondered if they are a complete panel (both inner and outer panels) All photos just show the outer. Prices are between $475-550 so I'm thinking for that much, it must be a complete, ready to bolt on, panel. To anyone that has used them, how are the body lines? I can either order AMD panels through Summit and pick them up, or through LMC and get free shipping. There is also a short bed for sale in my area, but he wants $2000

The only thing holding me back from finishing my 72 short bed K10 is the bed. I initially was waiting for a board member who is in the process of repoping the rear lower panels, but not sure when they will be available

Here is a few pictures of the bed kits we sell. The bedsides are complete inside and out. We also sell stainless bolt kits and have the best customer service in the industry!

[FlameOut]

Thanks, they look nice and the photos answered my question. Are they made by AMD also? I see your price is right there with everyone but I think shipping would kill me

[Nsanehotrodz]

Originally Posted by FlameOut

Thanks, they look nice and the photos answered my question. Are they made by AMD also? I see your price is right there with everyone but I think shipping would kill me

We offer 10% off to all board members! Our bed kits are NOT made by AMD. Sometimes customer service is worth more than saving a few dollars in shipping. Good luck!

[SoCoC10]

I've used 1 set of 67 short wide and they were great. The 68-72 take a little more work. Maybe the stamping is worn out? I would check with your local body shops and restoration shops they should have an account with LKQ Keystone so they are Goodmark sheet metal. I think $550 a side is about retail.

[FlameOut]

Originally Posted by Nsanehotrodz

We offer 10% off to all board members! Our bed kits are NOT made by AMD. Sometimes customer service is worth more than saving a few dollars in shipping. Good luck!

Good to know ☺ Are your beds/panels USA made? I know that AMD is making a few of their own panels for Chevelles, but I'm guessing all others are the Tri-Plus Taiwan panels. I'm assuming all Tri-Plus, Goodmark and Dynacorn are all made at the same Taiwan factory? I've relly never had the bad fitment issues some take about and that includes the many panels I used on my 67 Chevelle. I'll definitely keep you in mind when it's time to order

[rkintn_68]

Originally Posted by Nsanehotrodz

Here is a few pictures of the bed kits we sell. The bedsides are complete inside and out. We also sell stainless bolt kits and have the best customer service in the industry!

How much for the complete bed put together and painted white ?

[Grumpy old man]

Dean at the Chevy truck farm in Kodak ,Tn still has short wide factory beds for sale.

http://techethic.wix.com/truckfarm

He has around 70 trucks and buildings full of original parts way more than whats in his picture .Tell him Grumpy sent you.

[FlameOut]

Originally Posted by Grumpy old man

Dean at the Chevy truck farm in Kodak ,Tn still has short wide factory beds for sale.

http://techethic.wix.com/truckfarm

He has around 70 trucks and buildings full of original parts way more than whats in his picture .Tell him Grumpy sent you.

I sure wish I lived closer! I'd definitely me making a few trips there.

This is the one on my local craigslist, although the poster isn't very local
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/5291357381.html

I could see paying the $2000 if it only needed minor work, but it all likely hood, it would probably need media blasted and by the time it's ready for paint, would be about $3000, and there's no telling what condition the insides of the panels are. I know on my current bed, the insides look worse than the outside. Personally I've never had any major problems with repop panels and would rather spend $1900 for a brand new bed than $2000 for a used one that most certainly will need work

EDIT: by inner panel, i was talking about the part not visible, the gap between the outside bedpanel and the inside bed panel. Does that make sense? I saw how bad mine were when I went to replace part of the wheel opening arch

[Nsanehotrodz]

Originally Posted by rkintn_68

How much for the complete bed put together and painted white ?

Steel floor or wood?

[rkintn_68]

Originally Posted by FlameOut

I sure wish I lived closer! I'd definitely me making a few trips there.

This is the one on my local craigslist, although the poster isn't very local
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/5291357381.html

I could see paying the $2000 if it only needed minor work, but it all likely hood, it would probably need media blasted and by the time it's ready for paint, would be about $3000, and there's no telling what condition the insides of the panels are. I know on my current bed, the insides look worse than the outside. Personally I've never had any major problems with repop panels and would rather spend $1900 for a brand new bed than $2000 for a used one that most certainly will need work

EDIT: by inner panel, i was talking about the part not visible, the gap between the outside bedpanel and the inside bed panel. Does that make sense? I saw how bad mine were when I went to replace part of the wheel opening arch

I have been thru several beds that u think look good until the paint comes off then u see bondo and old welds repairs ... never know wat u buy when its used. That's why I have decided to go new ...

[67shortstepside]

mar-k has the best bedsides !!

[special-K]

Does Mar-K do Fleetsides? I was under the impression all the short bedsides were made by on mfgr. Unless someone else started making them lately, that's how I thought it was. And, from what I've experienced, seen, and heard they are good parts. The whole new bed is nice.

[CC69Rat]

I was a bit hesitant about re-pro bedsides initially until I saw an AMD bedside beside an original GM. The AMD is actually heavier ! I know the metal is just not the same as it was from the General, but finding a good SWB bed in the south is almost impossible. So, pick your advantage..

Do you want to pay top dollar for a descent SWB GM bed and have to fix rust, etc. ? Or do you want the top tier replacement bed sides, get what you want and not have to fix the rust? For me, AMD repros were the logical choice.

[tjc]

If I took off a short stepside, can I buy all the fleetside parts to build a complete short box?

[SoCoC10]

Hard going from short step to short fleet. You will need a new tailgate, front wall, floor supports and floor. Can do a wood kit but in my opinion they cost what a good long bed with all you need costs. Then you just shorten the floor and sides and your done.

[CC69Rat]

Originally Posted by tjc

If I took off a short stepside, can I buy all the fleetside parts to build a complete short box?

Sure can, my truck is originally a stepside too. If you take your time and look around occasionally they'll come up on CL (if you want GM) but around the SE area a good solid GM fleet bed will cost you $1500-$1800 Good luck finding an original wood floor, if that's what you want.

I pieced mine together. The cross supports are GM, the tail panel is GM, the tailgate is GM, Bedsides, front header panel, and wheel houses are AMD. Splash shields, tail light housings, lenses etc. are GM.

[SoCoC10]

CC69RAT where did you get your bed trim? Kmar?

[CC69Rat]

Originally Posted by SoCoC10

CC69RAT where did you get your bed trim? Kmar?

Mar-K, yes.

[Nitis]

On these bedsides when you get ready for paint how much time is the body man going to have in them?

My bedsides I think are clean and original but I've got a bunch of old tie down holes that need welding and a ton of small dings. My guess is it's probably a coin flip to repair mine and get new sides cost wise

[FlameOut]

I sent an email to LMC asking who makes their bedsides, but for some weird reason, they won't tell me. Here is the reply from them "Thank you for your interest in LMC Truck. We do not provide our vendor or manufacturer information* unless otherwise noted in the catalog"

i was under the impression, as special-k stated above, that all bedside were made in one factory and just rebranded. I know one panel I bought was labeled Dynacon on the box and the part was labeled TriPlus

[FlameOut]

Nsanehotrodz, could you give me a link to your complete 67-72 short, fleetside bed kits? All I could find was stepside kit. Also, what would a rough shipping estimate be to 15214? The more I think about it, the more sense a complete bed makes

[Nsanehotrodz]

Originally Posted by FlameOut

Nsanehotrodz, could you give me a link to your complete 67-72 short, fleetside bed kits? All I could find was stepside kit. Also, what would a rough shipping estimate be to 15214? The more I think about it, the more sense a complete bed makes

Give us a call tomorrow and I will answer all of your questions and get you the best deal on a new bed kit! Thanks

[Kennuck]

I did the same as CC69Rat put a fleetside box on a step side truck. The box I bought was very nice and needed hardly any filler whatsoever. I'm very happy with it.

[CUSTOM/10]

My bed sides are also repops, got them from Brothers durring one of the sales. My body guy said everything lined up great and the rest of my bed is all GM.