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Goodguytrucks · 03-14-2007, 10:59 AM

Does anyone know where or if they make fibeglass tonneau covers for the 67-72 trucks? Some reason I thought I saw a place in a magazine but don't remember where? Anyone have any pics of trucks with them on.
Thanks

speedracer · 03-14-2007, 12:17 PM

I think gaylords and checkmate make covers

Goodguytrucks · 03-14-2007, 12:58 PM

Thanks for the tip....i just called and gaylords does make a cover for the longbox and shortbox.......$1735.00 canadian ....4-6 weeks away

IAFF2407 · 03-14-2007, 03:13 PM

Gaylord's are a good fit, if you have a stock paint (any vehicle or year stock paint) they can match it. Make sure they send the right gas struts. I had to have them send 3 sets til they got it right. I paid $1100 Can, delivered to Blaine, Washington and picked it up myself. that was 2 years ago. It was far cheaper than low rider, who wouldn't paint theirs. my truck is 410HP, no rear sway, the distibuted weight of the cover helps the truck stay tighter around quicker corners.

Goodguytrucks · 03-14-2007, 03:25 PM

I got that price from a dealer in Calgary, Alberta....That was the only dealer in Alberta that I found

IAFF2407 · 03-14-2007, 04:14 PM

don't go thru that dealer, call gaylords direct. they handle the shipping as well. www.gaylordslids.com

Sammy · 03-14-2007, 05:03 PM

Checkmate in Ky will custom make & paint one too. I have heard stories all from their rivals though that they were POS. But a talked to some who owned them said that they were great. I know they are more reasonable on price against their rivals. They also have several upgrades available carpet, Lights I think for additional fee. They also have a web page if I remember right. Search goggle.

PanelDeland · 03-14-2007, 05:18 PM

I believe Tim Christians son has the Checkmate.It's a low profile style.It has a thin ledge that lays around the perimeter of the bed rails.I like the looks but have never had one so couldn't tell you how well they hold up.

IAFF2407 · 03-14-2007, 06:43 PM

I'm at work right now, I post a pic and e-mail a copy of the receipt tomorrow morning.

71chevylowrider · 03-14-2007, 06:47 PM

I Love my Gaylords lid, here's a pic. Nicely carpeted on the inside & a light & locks nice & tight.

Goodguytrucks · 03-14-2007, 11:39 PM

Ya that looks great 71 chevylowrider......That is the look that I am looking for

71chevylowrider · 03-15-2007, 12:05 AM

it was on the truck when I bought it, but I think I have a receipt somewhere that shows it was from Gaylords or some other place in california for $900
unpainted.

BigSky71 · 03-15-2007, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PanelDeland

I believe Tim Christians son has the Checkmate.It's a low profile style.It has a thin ledge that lays around the perimeter of the bed rails.I like the looks but have never had one so couldn't tell you how well they hold up.

I would like see that Checkmate tonneau, if anyone has picts. I would prefer one that adds very little or nothing to the height of the top of the bed.

Sammy · 03-15-2007, 01:54 PM

Here is the link for checkmate I finally found it.
http://www.checkerpro.com/

IAFF2407 · 03-15-2007, 04:47 PM

sorry can't find the receipt, I will keep looking

IAFF2407 · 03-15-2007, 05:04 PM

the difference of gaylord lids compared to others is the carpet underneath, and the struts. the struts give you side access whereas in other types, the stuts are bolted towards the rear. The "Faulker" way allows the hinge to clamp on you side with no drilling holes. This system works well however, keep your hands clear and the kids away because the lid is heavy and comes down quickly at the last 12 inches. you can pull the strap and it will close by itself, the air pressure prevents it from slamming hard.

Stoney · 03-15-2007, 06:20 PM

Could you post more pic of your green truck? Thats sharp.

IAFF2407 · 03-15-2007, 07:24 PM

was my daily driver up to a month ago, now the sub is. 350 4 bolt, vortec 202,flat top pistons, 9.7:1, bored .40 over, performer RPM with 750 w. vacuum 2nds, comp cam & lifts, ceramic hooker headers with 2 chamber flowmasters, 2.75 dual exhaust.Dyno at 410 when new (almost new) 700r4. and 3.73 posi.
nothing but fun to drive, retirement in 3 years, I will rebuild it along with the sub then.

71chevylowrider · 03-15-2007, 07:26 PM

Very cool!

Stoney · 03-15-2007, 08:47 PM

Don't see to many Purty GMC's like yours here in Texas. There all Chevys.

Goodguytrucks · 03-16-2007, 09:13 AM

That cover looks good IAFF2407....I am going to call Gaylords direct and see what kind of price they can give..It might cost alot to get it shipped to Canada though...I will find out . Thanks for all the help guys and I am still gonna check out the checkmate ones too.

03-14-2007, 10:59 AM	#1
Goodguytrucks Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Boyle, Alberta, Canada Posts: 126	Has anyone seen any box covers Does anyone know where or if they make fibeglass tonneau covers for the 67-72 trucks? Some reason I thought I saw a place in a magazine but don't remember where? Anyone have any pics of trucks with them on. Thanks

03-14-2007, 12:17 PM	#2
speedracer Blank Join Date: May 2005 Location: Southington, CT Posts: 221	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers I think gaylords and checkmate make covers __________________ 1969 lwb 4/6 drop 17x8-18x10 torque thrust II's 327-420hp 2004R 3.73 posi. 1977 Corvette 350-375hp 4speed, silver show car. 2002 S10 xtreme, work truck 2004.5 VW jetta GLI 1.8T 6speed, weekend warrior. 2013 Audi A3 TDI, the wife's car

03-14-2007, 12:58 PM	#3
Goodguytrucks Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Boyle, Alberta, Canada Posts: 126	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers Thanks for the tip....i just called and gaylords does make a cover for the longbox and shortbox.......$1735.00 canadian ....4-6 weeks away

03-14-2007, 03:13 PM	#4
IAFF2407 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: White Rock Canada Posts: 865	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers Gaylord's are a good fit, if you have a stock paint (any vehicle or year stock paint) they can match it. Make sure they send the right gas struts. I had to have them send 3 sets til they got it right. I paid $1100 Can, delivered to Blaine, Washington and picked it up myself. that was 2 years ago. It was far cheaper than low rider, who wouldn't paint theirs. my truck is 410HP, no rear sway, the distibuted weight of the cover helps the truck stay tighter around quicker corners.

03-14-2007, 03:25 PM	#5
Goodguytrucks Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Boyle, Alberta, Canada Posts: 126	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers I got that price from a dealer in Calgary, Alberta....That was the only dealer in Alberta that I found

03-14-2007, 04:14 PM	#6
IAFF2407 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: White Rock Canada Posts: 865	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers don't go thru that dealer, call gaylords direct. they handle the shipping as well. www.gaylordslids.com

03-14-2007, 05:03 PM	#7
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers Checkmate in Ky will custom make & paint one too. I have heard stories all from their rivals though that they were POS. But a talked to some who owned them said that they were great. I know they are more reasonable on price against their rivals. They also have several upgrades available carpet, Lights I think for additional fee. They also have a web page if I remember right. Search goggle. __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

03-14-2007, 05:18 PM	#8
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers I believe Tim Christians son has the Checkmate.It's a low profile style.It has a thin ledge that lays around the perimeter of the bed rails.I like the looks but have never had one so couldn't tell you how well they hold up. __________________ 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"

03-14-2007, 06:43 PM	#9
IAFF2407 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: White Rock Canada Posts: 865	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers I'm at work right now, I post a pic and e-mail a copy of the receipt tomorrow morning.

03-14-2007, 06:47 PM	#10
71chevylowrider Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 1,015	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers I Love my Gaylords lid, here's a pic. Nicely carpeted on the inside & a light & locks nice & tight. Attached Images

03-14-2007, 11:39 PM	#11
Goodguytrucks Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Boyle, Alberta, Canada Posts: 126	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers Ya that looks great 71 chevylowrider......That is the look that I am looking for

03-15-2007, 12:05 AM	#12
71chevylowrider Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 1,015	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers it was on the truck when I bought it, but I think I have a receipt somewhere that shows it was from Gaylords or some other place in california for $900 unpainted.

03-15-2007, 01:54 PM	#14
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers Here is the link for checkmate I finally found it. http://www.checkerpro.com/ __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

03-15-2007, 04:47 PM	#15
IAFF2407 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: White Rock Canada Posts: 865	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers sorry can't find the receipt, I will keep looking Attached Images

03-15-2007, 05:04 PM	#16
IAFF2407 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: White Rock Canada Posts: 865	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers the difference of gaylord lids compared to others is the carpet underneath, and the struts. the struts give you side access whereas in other types, the stuts are bolted towards the rear. The "Faulker" way allows the hinge to clamp on you side with no drilling holes. This system works well however, keep your hands clear and the kids away because the lid is heavy and comes down quickly at the last 12 inches. you can pull the strap and it will close by itself, the air pressure prevents it from slamming hard.



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03-15-2007, 06:20 PM	#17
Stoney Farm Truck Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Jersey Village, Texas Posts: 547	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers Could you post more pic of your green truck? Thats sharp.

03-15-2007, 07:24 PM	#18
IAFF2407 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: White Rock Canada Posts: 865	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers was my daily driver up to a month ago, now the sub is. 350 4 bolt, vortec 202,flat top pistons, 9.7:1, bored .40 over, performer RPM with 750 w. vacuum 2nds, comp cam & lifts, ceramic hooker headers with 2 chamber flowmasters, 2.75 dual exhaust.Dyno at 410 when new (almost new) 700r4. and 3.73 posi. nothing but fun to drive, retirement in 3 years, I will rebuild it along with the sub then. Attached Images

03-15-2007, 07:26 PM	#19
71chevylowrider Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 1,015	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers Very cool!

03-15-2007, 08:47 PM	#20
Stoney Farm Truck Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Jersey Village, Texas Posts: 547	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers Don't see to many Purty GMC's like yours here in Texas. There all Chevys.

03-16-2007, 09:13 AM	#21
Goodguytrucks Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Boyle, Alberta, Canada Posts: 126	Re: Has anyone seen any box covers That cover looks good IAFF2407....I am going to call Gaylords direct and see what kind of price they can give..It might cost alot to get it shipped to Canada though...I will find out . Thanks for all the help guys and I am still gonna check out the checkmate ones too.

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