47-55.1 Tail and fender lights - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Nima · 11-06-2021, 04:50 AM

Hi:
Are these lights stock or were they added later on? If they are not stock what do they belong to? I am having hard time to find similar lights to match the broken ones.
Thanks

nvrdone · 11-06-2021, 02:15 PM

they all look like they were added on by a previous owner. You may find comparable replacements at a trailer supply store or website

**mr48chev** · 11-07-2021, 03:19 AM

There were no stock turn signals on AD trucks Even in 54 standard equipment was 2 head, two park and one stop and tail light. 55 First series shows no turn signals an only one tail light as standard and no optional lights from the factory.

Simply meaning that all AD trucks left the factory with one stop/tail light and no turn signals.

My grandfather's 48 1 ton dual wheel flatbed had a semaphore turn signal fastened to the cab up and behind the drivers door that you operated with a cable that was stretched above the door to where it was fastened in the front much like a lot of air horns were. You pulled the cable down to the left turn spot or further to the right turn spot. That probably isn't legal today.

Dealers installed turn signals but I am not sure if there was a kit of Genuine GM turn signal pieces that were sold by them rather than total sourcing through the aftermarket.

The light on the front fender is just an inexpensive turn signal that is still available today as are the lights on the back.

11-06-2021, 04:50 AM	#1
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Tail and fender lights Hi: Are these lights stock or were they added later on? If they are not stock what do they belong to? I am having hard time to find similar lights to match the broken ones. Thanks Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner Last edited by Nima; 11-07-2021 at 12:35 AM.

11-06-2021, 02:15 PM	#2
nvrdone Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Moxee WA Posts: 1,482	Re: Tail and fender lights they all look like they were added on by a previous owner. You may find comparable replacements at a trailer supply store or website __________________ 49 chevy 3100 3 window. 327 / m21 4 spd, 12 bolt w/ 3:55's Bought in 1973 for $235.00. Had it longer than my wife & Kids!!

11-07-2021, 03:19 AM	#3
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,719	Re: Tail and fender lights There were no stock turn signals on AD trucks Even in 54 standard equipment was 2 head, two park and one stop and tail light. 55 First series shows no turn signals an only one tail light as standard and no optional lights from the factory. Simply meaning that all AD trucks left the factory with one stop/tail light and no turn signals. My grandfather's 48 1 ton dual wheel flatbed had a semaphore turn signal fastened to the cab up and behind the drivers door that you operated with a cable that was stretched above the door to where it was fastened in the front much like a lot of air horns were. You pulled the cable down to the left turn spot or further to the right turn spot. That probably isn't legal today. Dealers installed turn signals but I am not sure if there was a kit of Genuine GM turn signal pieces that were sold by them rather than total sourcing through the aftermarket. The light on the front fender is just an inexpensive turn signal that is still available today as are the lights on the back. __________________ Founding member of the too many projects, too little time and money club. My ongoing truck projects: 48 Chev 3100 that will run a 292 Six. 71 GMC 2500 that is getting a Cad 500 transplant. 77 C 30 dualie, 454, 4 speed with a 10 foot flatbed and hoist. It does the heavy work and hauls the projects around.



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