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nosto · 06-22-2003, 04:02 PM

I ordered this flush hard cover from Checkmate last Monday, picked it up at my local freight office yesterday, installed it in about an hour today. Very easy, so far. Only issue is the seal at the rounded bed front has a 1/8" gap and will leak unless I add more gasket material.

Now I'm trying to figure out how to 'electrify' the key lock on the lid so I can use one of my spare buttons on the remote to 'pop' it.

Things-to-do list: dubs, run exhaust out back, exterior paint......gas and go! Planning a 500 mile break-in (hopefully not break-down) trip to go to the Columbus Goodguys show next month.

nosto · 06-22-2003, 04:03 PM

And, open.....

72chevyLWB · 06-22-2003, 05:16 PM

I just ordered one of those covers last week. I wish I could see your pics but my computer is f'd up and only shows X's on everything. Damnit.

Blue Beard · 06-22-2003, 06:13 PM

Gaylord X-2000

Blue Beard · 06-22-2003, 06:14 PM

Open

lunatic · 06-22-2003, 07:34 PM

Looks good,nice job on the tail lights too....

ol skool 68 · 06-22-2003, 09:38 PM

hey nosto do you have any pics of your truck from the side... aired out?? debating on bags here............also a close up of your tail lights??

jay-dawg · 06-23-2003, 03:37 AM

looking good there. the last time i saw pics of your truck was when you did a mock up of the rear pillars. looking great. Are those sensors in the 2 holes in your roll pan?

jay

nosto · 06-24-2003, 11:48 AM

Thanks,folks!

ol skool 68 - I loaned out my digicam, I'll post shots as soon as I get it back. Unfortunately, I'm still running on unmatched 'junk yard' 15" stock wheels. Shopping around for the 20s.

jay-dawg - Very observant!! No, they are the recessed backup lights. I kinda ran out of room (rear clearence) in the taillight area and bit the bullet and chopped the 1 1/2" holes in the pan.

Didn't wanna do it, but I felt since this was going to be my 'almost' daily driver, I needed the backups. Hmmmm, maybe one of them should be a backup video camera.....but then I'd need an LED screen......Hmmmm, where's that Sawzall????

nosto · 06-24-2003, 10:06 PM

ol skool 68 - side view, and taillight pic....

nosto · 06-24-2003, 10:07 PM

Taillight close up -

crhahn · 06-25-2003, 11:57 AM

Where did the tail lights comes from?

nosto · 06-25-2003, 02:38 PM

crhahn,
The taillights are from BuyTruckStuff . They are supposed to be on the trailer part of a big rig, but the price was right and I kinda liked the shape with the bubbled texture. And, they ARE bright!

The sheet metal thet they are mounted in is about 3 weeks of custom work (and a lot of cussin' by the owner).

crhahn · 06-25-2003, 03:23 PM

Thanks for the info on the lights, looks really nice.

crhahn · 06-25-2003, 04:24 PM

did you buy your rear pan or custom make it, if bought where did you get it and do you think your lights would look alrite flange mounted in the roll pan, thought about also using their 2" back up lights in the roll pan. what do ya think?

ol skool 68 · 06-25-2003, 07:45 PM

thanx for the pics nosto.....

nosto · 06-27-2003, 01:13 PM

crhahn,
Pan, tailgate and bed is from Mar-K. Watch mounting the lights on the pan. With the steep roll on some pans, you have to adjust the mounting to allow for an angle so your lights don't aim towards the ground.

XXL · 06-27-2003, 01:32 PM

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Originally posted by nosto
Taillight close up -

nosto, what kind of pattern do these have? Brake clustered in center and tail on the two ends? I looked at the supplier site but it's not clear from their drawing.

Thanks,

Kenneth

crhahn · 06-27-2003, 03:45 PM

nosto,
Thanks for the info on angle for the tail light in the pan maybe a good reason not to put them there.

MOTHERTRUCKERS · 06-27-2003, 06:51 PM

What do you think about the quality and fit of the Checkmate over a Gaylord cover? Was it price that helped in your decision?

Jeff M. · 06-27-2003, 07:59 PM

nosto, I've had my Checkmate for a couple of years. Their not real water proof, but I don't drive mine in the rain anyway. When you put in the locks, don't tighten them down much as the underside fiberglass will compress. I almost blew it on that. I picked the checkmate because I wanted the flush fit and it's been great.

Ed-I didn't pick the checkmate over the Gaylord's because of price.....I just like the way it looked better. The Gaylord's is probably more water tight.

MOTHERTRUCKERS · 06-28-2003, 07:10 AM

Thanks for the reply JEFF M. i asked a couple of years ago about the quality of Checkmate and got pretty much the same answer. I was going to be a dealer for them back then.

nosto · 06-30-2003, 11:59 AM

I try to stay away from PCs on non-rainy weekends....

Anyhow,

XXL - they all light up at the same time, then when you hit the brake/turn, they all get brighter. Surprizingly uniform for 12 LEDs. Still trying to make pics of the light pattern at night. So far all I get is a bright smear. Time to get the tripod out.

JeffM - Thanks for the tip on the lock(s). I went with a single centered lock, and called them for any kind of hints. It seems pretty easy, but they didn't mention about tightening the lock too tight. Truck will be parked in garage, only driven a few days/week, so I don't expect any problem with rain, either.

MOTHERTRUCKERS - Price was a major factor, I was quoted $850 for a Gaylords in my local area, which I thought was way too much.

MOTHERTRUCKERS · 07-01-2003, 06:42 AM

Yes Gaylords are a little pricy.

06-22-2003, 04:02 PM	#1
nosto Flamin' Bass Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Galloway, NJ, US Posts: 315	New Checkmate lid on almost-done truck I ordered this flush hard cover from Checkmate last Monday, picked it up at my local freight office yesterday, installed it in about an hour today. Very easy, so far. Only issue is the seal at the rounded bed front has a 1/8" gap and will leak unless I add more gasket material. Now I'm trying to figure out how to 'electrify' the key lock on the lid so I can use one of my spare buttons on the remote to 'pop' it. Things-to-do list: dubs, run exhaust out back, exterior paint......gas and go! Planning a 500 mile break-in (hopefully not break-down) trip to go to the Columbus Goodguys show next month. Attached Images __________________ Rick Olson /nosto/ Galloway, NJ Pics : http://community.webshots.com/user/nosto53 1972 Triumph TR6 - full resto, now with a Toyota 5-speed 1975 F**D F-100 - rusty, but reliable 1982 HD XLH-1000 1967 C-10, shortstep, 350/M21 4spd, nitrogen tank fills fast bags on 4 corners, Toyo 255/45X20s on American Eagle 221 20X8s, shaved locks and handles, antenna, fuel filler, tiny C-notch, rear fuel tank, long headers, Edelbrock, worn 600 Holley, Checkmate flush hard cover, rear pan, custom LED taillights - painted it, too! But don't like it so I'm gonna do it again!!

06-22-2003, 04:03 PM	#2
nosto Flamin' Bass Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Galloway, NJ, US Posts: 315	And, open..... Attached Images __________________ Rick Olson /nosto/ Galloway, NJ Pics : http://community.webshots.com/user/nosto53 1972 Triumph TR6 - full resto, now with a Toyota 5-speed 1975 F**D F-100 - rusty, but reliable 1982 HD XLH-1000 1967 C-10, shortstep, 350/M21 4spd, nitrogen tank fills fast bags on 4 corners, Toyo 255/45X20s on American Eagle 221 20X8s, shaved locks and handles, antenna, fuel filler, tiny C-notch, rear fuel tank, long headers, Edelbrock, worn 600 Holley, Checkmate flush hard cover, rear pan, custom LED taillights - painted it, too! But don't like it so I'm gonna do it again!!

06-22-2003, 05:16 PM	#3
72chevyLWB Got 20's???? Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Aberdeen SD Posts: 1,451	I just ordered one of those covers last week. I wish I could see your pics but my computer is f'd up and only shows X's on everything. Damnit. __________________ 99 Silverado Ex-Cab 2wd, Bagged&WhippleCharged 02 Sierra Ex-Cab 4wd 2500 HD The 72 went down the road.

06-22-2003, 06:13 PM	#4
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	Gayload just instlled Gaylord X-2000 Attached Images __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

06-22-2003, 06:14 PM	#5
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	Gaylord Open Attached Images __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

06-22-2003, 07:34 PM	#6
lunatic Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: BC Posts: 929	Looks good,nice job on the tail lights too....

06-22-2003, 09:38 PM	#7
ol skool 68 turnin wrenches Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: my garage Posts: 263	hey nosto do you have any pics of your truck from the side... aired out?? debating on bags here............also a close up of your tail lights?? __________________ "three can keep a secret if two are dead" -unknown hell's angel- D.M.C. -FF- 68 SWB full frame off (project ol skool) 2000 s-10 formally bagged but now my daily driver...

06-23-2003, 03:37 AM	#8
jay-dawg chevelito Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Honolulu, HI USA Posts: 1,609	looking good there. the last time i saw pics of your truck was when you did a mock up of the rear pillars. looking great. Are those sensors in the 2 holes in your roll pan? jay __________________ New deadline...when my son can drive. Aloha from Honolulu, HI

06-24-2003, 11:48 AM	#9
nosto Flamin' Bass Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Galloway, NJ, US Posts: 315	Thanks,folks! ol skool 68 - I loaned out my digicam, I'll post shots as soon as I get it back. Unfortunately, I'm still running on unmatched 'junk yard' 15" stock wheels. Shopping around for the 20s. jay-dawg - Very observant!! No, they are the recessed backup lights. I kinda ran out of room (rear clearence) in the taillight area and bit the bullet and chopped the 1 1/2" holes in the pan. Didn't wanna do it, but I felt since this was going to be my 'almost' daily driver, I needed the backups. Hmmmm, maybe one of them should be a backup video camera.....but then I'd need an LED screen......Hmmmm, where's that Sawzall???? __________________ Rick Olson /nosto/ Galloway, NJ Pics : http://community.webshots.com/user/nosto53 1972 Triumph TR6 - full resto, now with a Toyota 5-speed 1975 F**D F-100 - rusty, but reliable 1982 HD XLH-1000 1967 C-10, shortstep, 350/M21 4spd, nitrogen tank fills fast bags on 4 corners, Toyo 255/45X20s on American Eagle 221 20X8s, shaved locks and handles, antenna, fuel filler, tiny C-notch, rear fuel tank, long headers, Edelbrock, worn 600 Holley, Checkmate flush hard cover, rear pan, custom LED taillights - painted it, too! But don't like it so I'm gonna do it again!!

06-24-2003, 10:06 PM	#10
nosto Flamin' Bass Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Galloway, NJ, US Posts: 315	ol skool 68 - side view, and taillight pic.... Attached Images __________________ Rick Olson /nosto/ Galloway, NJ Pics : http://community.webshots.com/user/nosto53 1972 Triumph TR6 - full resto, now with a Toyota 5-speed 1975 F**D F-100 - rusty, but reliable 1982 HD XLH-1000 1967 C-10, shortstep, 350/M21 4spd, nitrogen tank fills fast bags on 4 corners, Toyo 255/45X20s on American Eagle 221 20X8s, shaved locks and handles, antenna, fuel filler, tiny C-notch, rear fuel tank, long headers, Edelbrock, worn 600 Holley, Checkmate flush hard cover, rear pan, custom LED taillights - painted it, too! But don't like it so I'm gonna do it again!!

06-24-2003, 10:07 PM	#11
nosto Flamin' Bass Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Galloway, NJ, US Posts: 315	Taillight close up - Attached Images __________________ Rick Olson /nosto/ Galloway, NJ Pics : http://community.webshots.com/user/nosto53 1972 Triumph TR6 - full resto, now with a Toyota 5-speed 1975 F**D F-100 - rusty, but reliable 1982 HD XLH-1000 1967 C-10, shortstep, 350/M21 4spd, nitrogen tank fills fast bags on 4 corners, Toyo 255/45X20s on American Eagle 221 20X8s, shaved locks and handles, antenna, fuel filler, tiny C-notch, rear fuel tank, long headers, Edelbrock, worn 600 Holley, Checkmate flush hard cover, rear pan, custom LED taillights - painted it, too! But don't like it so I'm gonna do it again!!

06-25-2003, 11:57 AM	#12
crhahn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Brenham, TX Posts: 9	tail lights Where did the tail lights comes from?

06-25-2003, 02:38 PM	#13
nosto Flamin' Bass Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Galloway, NJ, US Posts: 315	crhahn, The taillights are from BuyTruckStuff . They are supposed to be on the trailer part of a big rig, but the price was right and I kinda liked the shape with the bubbled texture. And, they ARE bright! The sheet metal thet they are mounted in is about 3 weeks of custom work (and a lot of cussin' by the owner). __________________ Rick Olson /nosto/ Galloway, NJ Pics : http://community.webshots.com/user/nosto53 1972 Triumph TR6 - full resto, now with a Toyota 5-speed 1975 F**D F-100 - rusty, but reliable 1982 HD XLH-1000 1967 C-10, shortstep, 350/M21 4spd, nitrogen tank fills fast bags on 4 corners, Toyo 255/45X20s on American Eagle 221 20X8s, shaved locks and handles, antenna, fuel filler, tiny C-notch, rear fuel tank, long headers, Edelbrock, worn 600 Holley, Checkmate flush hard cover, rear pan, custom LED taillights - painted it, too! But don't like it so I'm gonna do it again!!

06-25-2003, 03:23 PM	#14
crhahn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Brenham, TX Posts: 9	tail lights Thanks for the info on the lights, looks really nice.

06-25-2003, 04:24 PM	#15
crhahn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Brenham, TX Posts: 9	pan & lights did you buy your rear pan or custom make it, if bought where did you get it and do you think your lights would look alrite flange mounted in the roll pan, thought about also using their 2" back up lights in the roll pan. what do ya think?



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06-25-2003, 07:45 PM	#16
ol skool 68 turnin wrenches Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: my garage Posts: 263	thanx for the pics nosto..... __________________ "three can keep a secret if two are dead" -unknown hell's angel- D.M.C. -FF- 68 SWB full frame off (project ol skool) 2000 s-10 formally bagged but now my daily driver...

06-27-2003, 01:13 PM	#17
nosto Flamin' Bass Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Galloway, NJ, US Posts: 315	crhahn, Pan, tailgate and bed is from Mar-K. Watch mounting the lights on the pan. With the steep roll on some pans, you have to adjust the mounting to allow for an angle so your lights don't aim towards the ground. __________________ Rick Olson /nosto/ Galloway, NJ Pics : http://community.webshots.com/user/nosto53 1972 Triumph TR6 - full resto, now with a Toyota 5-speed 1975 F**D F-100 - rusty, but reliable 1982 HD XLH-1000 1967 C-10, shortstep, 350/M21 4spd, nitrogen tank fills fast bags on 4 corners, Toyo 255/45X20s on American Eagle 221 20X8s, shaved locks and handles, antenna, fuel filler, tiny C-notch, rear fuel tank, long headers, Edelbrock, worn 600 Holley, Checkmate flush hard cover, rear pan, custom LED taillights - painted it, too! But don't like it so I'm gonna do it again!!

06-27-2003, 03:45 PM	#19
crhahn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Brenham, TX Posts: 9	roll pan tail lights nosto, Thanks for the info on angle for the tail light in the pan maybe a good reason not to put them there.

06-27-2003, 06:51 PM	#20
MOTHERTRUCKERS Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: BRADENTON FLA Posts: 3,269	What do you think about the quality and fit of the Checkmate over a Gaylord cover? Was it price that helped in your decision? __________________ Rest in Peace Ed. Thanks for all the good times.

06-27-2003, 07:59 PM	#21
Jeff M. Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Pixley, Ca. Posts: 486	nosto, I've had my Checkmate for a couple of years. Their not real water proof, but I don't drive mine in the rain anyway. When you put in the locks, don't tighten them down much as the underside fiberglass will compress. I almost blew it on that. I picked the checkmate because I wanted the flush fit and it's been great. Ed-I didn't pick the checkmate over the Gaylord's because of price.....I just like the way it looked better. The Gaylord's is probably more water tight. __________________ 69 C-10 CST Short Fleet, Factory Air, BB427-400 Auto-2400 stall-tilt-cruise-Tach & Vac Gagues, 4/6 drop, power one piece side windows, Eaton posi.

06-28-2003, 07:10 AM	#22
MOTHERTRUCKERS Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: BRADENTON FLA Posts: 3,269	Thanks for the reply JEFF M. i asked a couple of years ago about the quality of Checkmate and got pretty much the same answer. I was going to be a dealer for them back then. __________________ Rest in Peace Ed. Thanks for all the good times.

06-30-2003, 11:59 AM	#23
nosto Flamin' Bass Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Galloway, NJ, US Posts: 315	I try to stay away from PCs on non-rainy weekends.... Anyhow, XXL - they all light up at the same time, then when you hit the brake/turn, they all get brighter. Surprizingly uniform for 12 LEDs. Still trying to make pics of the light pattern at night. So far all I get is a bright smear. Time to get the tripod out. JeffM - Thanks for the tip on the lock(s). I went with a single centered lock, and called them for any kind of hints. It seems pretty easy, but they didn't mention about tightening the lock too tight. Truck will be parked in garage, only driven a few days/week, so I don't expect any problem with rain, either. MOTHERTRUCKERS - Price was a major factor, I was quoted $850 for a Gaylords in my local area, which I thought was way too much. __________________ Rick Olson /nosto/ Galloway, NJ Pics : http://community.webshots.com/user/nosto53 1972 Triumph TR6 - full resto, now with a Toyota 5-speed 1975 F**D F-100 - rusty, but reliable 1982 HD XLH-1000 1967 C-10, shortstep, 350/M21 4spd, nitrogen tank fills fast bags on 4 corners, Toyo 255/45X20s on American Eagle 221 20X8s, shaved locks and handles, antenna, fuel filler, tiny C-notch, rear fuel tank, long headers, Edelbrock, worn 600 Holley, Checkmate flush hard cover, rear pan, custom LED taillights - painted it, too! But don't like it so I'm gonna do it again!!

07-01-2003, 06:42 AM	#24
MOTHERTRUCKERS Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: BRADENTON FLA Posts: 3,269	Yes Gaylords are a little pricy. __________________ Rest in Peace Ed. Thanks for all the good times.

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