1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Grape Ap(ach)e · 02-18-2010, 12:23 AM

Well gang, I finally have a set of this trim on the way. It's been a year of searching.

For those who have it, what type of fasters hold it on?
My understanding is the end pieces screw/bolt on and then the stainless strips go over the exposed screw heads.

But how do the stainless strips attach? Clips? Studs and nuts?

For anyone who had to drill the holes, what did you use for a template?

Thanks!
Grape

addicted2dunes · 02-18-2010, 01:15 AM

You are correct on the cast pieces, they are studded and attach via threads. The stainless strips attach with clips. I'd say to mount them the easiest thing to do would be to mount your two cast pieces and mark the edges of the stainless trim with masking tape and drill the holes needed in between the two pieces of tape.

Grape Ap(ach)e · 08-12-2010, 02:01 AM

I know a bit of a "bump" of an old post, but does anyone have a lead on clips for the stainless strips for the 59 bedside trim?

I just got mine back from the trim shop and I want to do a test install before my truck gets painted.

Curious if these were off the shelf clips GM used on other cars so that I can find them.

fabguy · 08-12-2010, 06:51 AM

Where can I get a set of these trim ? I have been looking for a long, long while. Anyone have a lead, or a pair they aren't gonna use?

Grape Ap(ach)e · 08-12-2010, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by fabguy

Where can I get a set of these trim ? I have been looking for a long, long while. Anyone have a lead, or a pair they aren't gonna use?

I found mine on Craig's list. They were rough, but my trim guy made them show quality.
Be prepared to pay for the rarity...

OrrieG · 08-12-2010, 12:57 PM

You should be able to find GM truck or auto clip from the same time that will work. I usually start in the trim section an Napa they usually have a universal one that will work. Last set I looked at went well north of $1,000 for a set that needed tuned up and polished. I have only seen one set of NOS is over 25 years of looking and could not afford it either. I keep hoping to find that bed sitting behind the shed with the trim intact that I can get for scrap value....

Grape Ap(ach)e · 08-12-2010, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrrieG

You should be able to find GM truck or auto clip from the same time that will work. I usually start in the trim section an Napa they usually have a universal one that will work. Last set I looked at went well north of $1,000 for a set that needed tuned up and polished. I have only seen one set of NOS is over 25 years of looking and could not afford it either. I keep hoping to find that bed sitting behind the shed with the trim intact that I can get for scrap value....

Thanks Orrie, I hadn't gone there yet.

$1000 seems to be market price for a rough set.

GRIMSS · 08-12-2010, 09:46 PM

That thing is about 40 mins away from me.

sgtusmc · 08-13-2010, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by GRIMSS

That thing is about 40 mins away from me.

Damn, it's always in someone else's backyard. GRIMSS I hope you jump on that...hahaha

GRIMSS · 08-13-2010, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by sgtusmc

Damn, it's always in someone else's backyard. GRIMSS I hope you jump on that...hahaha

Don't really need the trim, but if someone wanted the trim I could help store and dispose of the rest of the truck.

Tchia65 · 08-14-2010, 02:12 AM

I got the tip and the back. Can anyone tell me where to get the strips?

fabguy · 08-14-2010, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GRIMSS

Don't really need the trim, but if someone wanted the trim I could help store and dispose of the rest of the truck.

Im your huckleberry.

dwcsr · 08-14-2010, 02:06 PM

Thats a custom cab. They came with chromed knobs,trim, window trim, grille and bumpers. thats a real good bargain if it goes for under $2000

RRinWT · 08-23-2010, 10:16 PM

I talked to the guys at www.billstruckshop.com a few months ago and they have repo'd the end pieces and were supposed to have the long stainless pieces ready by mid summer. The 4 cast ends run $375 Canadian and no price yet on the stainless.

I want a set bad for my 55-9 Chevy/GMC short fleet. Yeah, it's a total mixture of the parts I like from the various years and both brands.

Rob in West Texas

entourageguy · 08-24-2010, 02:33 PM

Bill's is about 45 minutes from me. If you wanted me to look at anything let me know and I could make a trip...

Colin Snodgrass · 02-28-2016, 11:50 PM

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_Ogre · 02-29-2016, 02:52 PM

yes he joined/posted just for selling, but i hope the moderators leave this one be
that trim is too rare and so many guys here want this

Colin Snodgrass · 06-09-2016, 12:08 AM

Thanks gentleman for letting me post on this forum. The trim along with some other old apache parts are sold. Thanks again.

Colin
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02-18-2010, 12:23 AM	#1
Grape Ap(ach)e Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30	1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) Well gang, I finally have a set of this trim on the way. It's been a year of searching. For those who have it, what type of fasters hold it on? My understanding is the end pieces screw/bolt on and then the stainless strips go over the exposed screw heads. But how do the stainless strips attach? Clips? Studs and nuts? For anyone who had to drill the holes, what did you use for a template? Thanks! Grape

02-18-2010, 01:15 AM	#2
addicted2dunes Insane In The Membrane Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Orcutt, CA Posts: 446	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) You are correct on the cast pieces, they are studded and attach via threads. The stainless strips attach with clips. I'd say to mount them the easiest thing to do would be to mount your two cast pieces and mark the edges of the stainless trim with masking tape and drill the holes needed in between the two pieces of tape.

08-12-2010, 02:01 AM	#3
Grape Ap(ach)e Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) I know a bit of a "bump" of an old post, but does anyone have a lead on clips for the stainless strips for the 59 bedside trim? I just got mine back from the trim shop and I want to do a test install before my truck gets painted. Curious if these were off the shelf clips GM used on other cars so that I can find them.

08-12-2010, 06:51 AM	#4
fabguy Elev8r Man Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 835	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) Where can I get a set of these trim ? I have been looking for a long, long while. Anyone have a lead, or a pair they aren't gonna use?

08-12-2010, 12:57 PM	#6
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) You should be able to find GM truck or auto clip from the same time that will work. I usually start in the trim section an Napa they usually have a universal one that will work. Last set I looked at went well north of $1,000 for a set that needed tuned up and polished. I have only seen one set of NOS is over 25 years of looking and could not afford it either. I keep hoping to find that bed sitting behind the shed with the trim intact that I can get for scrap value.... __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

08-12-2010, 09:46 PM	#8
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) That thing is about 40 mins away from me. __________________ 2001 GMC SIERRA 1956 Chevy Panel *Build Page* with a Scott's Hotrods IFS 1953 Chevy trucks *Project Dime Time* 1968 Camaro 1968 Volksrod "NOBACK" 55-59 one piece window *Video* 55-59 one piece window *template files* Jared

08-14-2010, 02:12 AM	#11
Tchia65 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 195	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) I got the tip and the back. Can anyone tell me where to get the strips? __________________ 1958 Fleetside shortbox 1965 Malibu SS 1970 Camaro RS 1972 Malibu wagon

08-14-2010, 02:06 PM	#13
dwcsr Hollister Road Co. Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Houston Posts: 6,134	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) Thats a custom cab. They came with chromed knobs,trim, window trim, grille and bumpers. thats a real good bargain if it goes for under $2000 Last edited by dwcsr; 08-14-2010 at 08:31 PM.

08-23-2010, 10:16 PM	#14
RRinWT Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Odessa, TX Posts: 11	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) I talked to the guys at www.billstruckshop.com a few months ago and they have repo'd the end pieces and were supposed to have the long stainless pieces ready by mid summer. The 4 cast ends run $375 Canadian and no price yet on the stainless. I want a set bad for my 55-9 Chevy/GMC short fleet. Yeah, it's a total mixture of the parts I like from the various years and both brands. Rob in West Texas

08-24-2010, 02:33 PM	#15
entourageguy Yellow truck club Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Barrie Ontario Posts: 2,080	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) Bill's is about 45 minutes from me. If you wanted me to look at anything let me know and I could make a trip... __________________ ................................................................ Brian ...... My hub garage address http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/59apache I gue$$ everything has it'$ price ALL GONE NOW *59 Chev Apache* *PRAISE THE LOWERED* 350 700r lokar shifter power MII front end, shockwaves tilt, 4 wheel discs 4-link and bags 10 bolt limited

02-28-2016, 11:50 PM	#16
Colin Snodgrass Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Lakeside CA Posts: 3	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) Posted via Mobile Device

02-29-2016, 02:52 PM	#17
_Ogre Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Motown Posts: 7,677	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) yes he joined/posted just for selling, but i hope the moderators leave this one be that trim is too rare and so many guys here want this __________________ cool, an ogre smiley Ogre's 58 Truk build how to put your truck year and build thread into your signature shop air compressor timer

06-09-2016, 12:08 AM	#18
Colin Snodgrass Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Lakeside CA Posts: 3	Re: 1959 Fleetside Deluxe bedside trim (shortbed) Thanks gentleman for letting me post on this forum. The trim along with some other old apache parts are sold. Thanks again. Colin Posted via Mobile Device



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