Taillight Decision - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

TwiggyTheDrummer · 02-05-2009, 11:18 AM

I'm trying to figure out if I want to use Caddy taillights in place of the stock rectangular version on my 63 Fleetside. I am running a roll pan with a stock tailgate w/o lettering and the chains and brackets have be shaved. I was wanting to know what you guys though because I like the custom look of the Caddy's but also think the stock look kind of cool because they don't pull in as much attention. Basically the choices lie between these two.

joe231 · 02-05-2009, 11:41 AM

flip the caddy light upside down and run them from the top of the original lights down....follow?

jason65 · 02-05-2009, 11:46 AM

I like the stock ones. If you run 100% new lights in the back they look so cool and they are perfect for running blue dots.

TwiggyTheDrummer · 02-05-2009, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by jason65

I like the stock ones. If you run 100% new lights in the back they look so cool and they are perfect for running blue dots.

Yeah I know what you mean. I'm favoring the stock one's mainly because it let's the shape of the rearend really stand out and doesn't clutter it up. Plus another advantage is I don't have anymore cutting to do.

TwiggyTheDrummer · 02-05-2009, 11:46 AM

Yeah I follow. I'm trying to get it to where I still use the original hole also and just extend around it so that I don't have anything to fill if I do go that route.

Rogue · 02-05-2009, 01:13 PM

Those caddy lights just don't fit the truck. :ugly:

What about some 50 buick tail light in the stock location.

protrash64 · 02-05-2009, 01:16 PM

What ever you do, try to keep the whole truck in mind. I think you can get the best look by keeping within a theme or certain style. Just something to consider

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4dranch · 02-05-2009, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by protrash64

What ever you do, try to keep the whole truck in mind. I think you can get the best look by keeping within a theme or certain style. Just something to consider

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TwiggyTheDrummer · 02-05-2009, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by protrash64

What ever you do, try to keep the whole truck in mind. I think you can get the best look by keeping within a theme or certain style. Just something to consider

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Yeah I know what you mean. That's why I'm kind of leaning towards just putting the stock style back in because it kind of fits with that 60's design approach. I like how the caddy taillights look but I'm starting to think that there would be a little too much going on in such a small space like those side panels. Thanks protrash.

TwiggyTheDrummer · 02-05-2009, 01:18 PM

Thanks for the idea Rogue, That would be interesting. I just wouldnt be able to find them around here and I'm not so sure about their shape. I was looking for something flat.

redsean · 02-05-2009, 06:03 PM

i like the OEM lights flush mounted with out the trim ring.

TwiggyTheDrummer · 02-05-2009, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by redsean

i like the OEM lights flush mounted with out the trim ring.

That's exactly what I was thinking. Does anyone have any experience with the 60-66 LED taillights for Fleetsides from Brothers?

jbgroby · 02-05-2009, 09:30 PM

I bought a set at This years CTC and they work great

**slepysal** · 02-05-2009, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by redsean

i like the OEM lights flush mounted with out the trim ring.

I ran them this way for a while poormans french

TwiggyTheDrummer · 02-05-2009, 10:35 PM

I'm just about settled on the stock styled LED's. They compliment the bottom curve of the body very nicely and I like that they keep it clean and simple. Thanks a lot guys.

Twiggy

joe231 · 02-06-2009, 12:12 AM

here is another vendor that sells them
http://musclerodzstore.com/index.asp...PROD&ProdID=77

I have heard many good reviews from other members on here

protrash64 · 02-06-2009, 01:00 AM

I use the LED bulbs for 10 bucks or something. Get them at the parts stores.

TwiggyTheDrummer · 02-06-2009, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by joe231

here is another vendor that sells them
http://musclerodzstore.com/index.asp...PROD&ProdID=77

I have heard many good reviews from other members on here

Thanks a lot joe. The price beats the crap out of Brothers just a little over half. I'll probably be ordering them pretty soon.

jonzcustomshop · 02-06-2009, 10:24 AM

what about REAL caddy lamps...(1959)

TwiggyTheDrummer · 02-06-2009, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by jonzcustomshop

what about REAL caddy lamps...(1959)

haha.. Man that actually looks pretty sweet. That's actually kind of like what Rogue suggested and after seeing a picture of it, it looks pretty sweet. Thanks or the idea man.

joe231 · 02-06-2009, 03:20 PM

no problem.....classicparts.com carries them for about the same price

muddpile · 02-06-2009, 04:11 PM

I've always wanted to do the 50 buick thing, but they're not too easy to attain and I haven't seen any repops.

ezslim · 12-29-2009, 07:38 PM

dont do it!! the stock lights look nice, keep it classic looks nice

Genuine GM · 12-29-2009, 11:44 PM

51 Pontiac or 51 Ford Vickie. I thought of both before I decided to keep mine original and just bought replacements.

Factory orginal, in new condition, with blue dots. Works for me.

EDIT: Man, I need to update my picture. It is now suede black, lowered, different mirror all new lights, rubber and wiring.

62 Bowtie · 12-30-2009, 12:05 AM

out of those 2 I'd stick with stock

02-05-2009, 11:18 AM	#1
TwiggyTheDrummer Keep It Simple Stupid.. Nope.. Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Live Oak, FL Posts: 665	Taillight Decision I'm trying to figure out if I want to use Caddy taillights in place of the stock rectangular version on my 63 Fleetside. I am running a roll pan with a stock tailgate w/o lettering and the chains and brackets have be shaved. I was wanting to know what you guys though because I like the custom look of the Caddy's but also think the stock look kind of cool because they don't pull in as much attention. Basically the choices lie between these two. __________________ 1963 GMC SWB Fleetside in Sunburst Orange Metallic 305E V6 w/ Plaid VC, Powerglide, BOSS 313 20" Chrome Wheels, Kumho Ecsta STX 275/45/R20's, Alpine/Clarion System, Dynomax Exhaust Old custom classic trucks have soul. Their dashboards aren't plastic, and they've survived both the best and worst of what the 20th century had to offer. For the owners of these trucks, it's often the same story. Through both good and bad times they persevered, until one day they could turn the key and roll up in a customized truck everyone with good taste would admire. – Custom Classic Trucks

02-05-2009, 11:41 AM	#2
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Taillight Decision flip the caddy light upside down and run them from the top of the original lights down....follow? __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

02-05-2009, 11:46 AM	#3
jason65 Registerd User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,118	Re: Taillight Decision I like the stock ones. If you run 100% new lights in the back they look so cool and they are perfect for running blue dots.

02-05-2009, 11:46 AM	#5
TwiggyTheDrummer Keep It Simple Stupid.. Nope.. Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Live Oak, FL Posts: 665	Re: Taillight Decision Yeah I follow. I'm trying to get it to where I still use the original hole also and just extend around it so that I don't have anything to fill if I do go that route. __________________ 1963 GMC SWB Fleetside in Sunburst Orange Metallic 305E V6 w/ Plaid VC, Powerglide, BOSS 313 20" Chrome Wheels, Kumho Ecsta STX 275/45/R20's, Alpine/Clarion System, Dynomax Exhaust Old custom classic trucks have soul. Their dashboards aren't plastic, and they've survived both the best and worst of what the 20th century had to offer. For the owners of these trucks, it's often the same story. Through both good and bad times they persevered, until one day they could turn the key and roll up in a customized truck everyone with good taste would admire. – Custom Classic Trucks

02-05-2009, 01:13 PM	#6
Rogue Airport Bum Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Propwash (16Xray) D/FW, Texas Posts: 320	Re: Taillight Decision Those caddy lights just don't fit the truck. :ugly: What about some 50 buick tail light in the stock location. __________________ 1964 Chevrolet C-10 1941 Chevrolet coupe 1962 Thunderbird 1959 Edsel Villager 1963 Skylark

02-05-2009, 01:16 PM	#7
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: Taillight Decision What ever you do, try to keep the whole truck in mind. I think you can get the best look by keeping within a theme or certain style. Just something to consider. __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

02-05-2009, 01:18 PM	#10
TwiggyTheDrummer Keep It Simple Stupid.. Nope.. Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Live Oak, FL Posts: 665	Re: Taillight Decision Thanks for the idea Rogue, That would be interesting. I just wouldnt be able to find them around here and I'm not so sure about their shape. I was looking for something flat. __________________ 1963 GMC SWB Fleetside in Sunburst Orange Metallic 305E V6 w/ Plaid VC, Powerglide, BOSS 313 20" Chrome Wheels, Kumho Ecsta STX 275/45/R20's, Alpine/Clarion System, Dynomax Exhaust Old custom classic trucks have soul. Their dashboards aren't plastic, and they've survived both the best and worst of what the 20th century had to offer. For the owners of these trucks, it's often the same story. Through both good and bad times they persevered, until one day they could turn the key and roll up in a customized truck everyone with good taste would admire. – Custom Classic Trucks

02-05-2009, 06:03 PM	#11
redsean Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: florence ky Posts: 51	Re: Taillight Decision i like the OEM lights flush mounted with out the trim ring.

02-05-2009, 09:30 PM	#13
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,772	Re: Taillight Decision I bought a set at This years CTC and they work great __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829

02-05-2009, 10:35 PM	#15
TwiggyTheDrummer Keep It Simple Stupid.. Nope.. Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Live Oak, FL Posts: 665	Re: Taillight Decision I'm just about settled on the stock styled LED's. They compliment the bottom curve of the body very nicely and I like that they keep it clean and simple. Thanks a lot guys. Twiggy __________________ 1963 GMC SWB Fleetside in Sunburst Orange Metallic 305E V6 w/ Plaid VC, Powerglide, BOSS 313 20" Chrome Wheels, Kumho Ecsta STX 275/45/R20's, Alpine/Clarion System, Dynomax Exhaust Old custom classic trucks have soul. Their dashboards aren't plastic, and they've survived both the best and worst of what the 20th century had to offer. For the owners of these trucks, it's often the same story. Through both good and bad times they persevered, until one day they could turn the key and roll up in a customized truck everyone with good taste would admire. – Custom Classic Trucks

02-06-2009, 12:12 AM	#16
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Taillight Decision here is another vendor that sells them http://musclerodzstore.com/index.asp...PROD&ProdID=77 I have heard many good reviews from other members on here __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

02-06-2009, 01:00 AM	#17
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: Taillight Decision I use the LED bulbs for 10 bucks or something. Get them at the parts stores. __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device Last edited by protrash64; 02-06-2009 at 01:00 AM. Reason: dumb

02-06-2009, 10:24 AM	#19
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: Taillight Decision what about REAL caddy lamps...(1959) Attached Images

02-06-2009, 03:20 PM	#21
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Taillight Decision no problem.....classicparts.com carries them for about the same price __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

02-06-2009, 04:11 PM	#22
muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	Re: Taillight Decision I've always wanted to do the 50 buick thing, but they're not too easy to attain and I haven't seen any repops. __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open



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12-29-2009, 07:38 PM	#23
ezslim Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 51	Re: Taillight Decision dont do it!! the stock lights look nice, keep it classic looks nice

12-29-2009, 11:44 PM	#24
Genuine GM Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Unincorporated County, TX Posts: 172	Re: Taillight Decision 51 Pontiac or 51 Ford Vickie. I thought of both before I decided to keep mine original and just bought replacements. Factory orginal, in new condition, with blue dots. Works for me. EDIT: Man, I need to update my picture. It is now suede black, lowered, different mirror all new lights, rubber and wiring. __________________ Don't let my username fool you, I have become brand blind. Cool is cool, period. 1965 C-10 - "Whipping Post" 1958 Biscayne - "Ruby" 1961 IH Scout 80 - "Gaucho" (My wife's new project) 1938 Chevy - unstarted project. Last edited by Genuine GM; 12-29-2009 at 11:46 PM.

12-30-2009, 12:05 AM	#25
62 Bowtie Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Elk Grove Ca Posts: 629	Re: Taillight Decision out of those 2 I'd stick with stock

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