'59 GMC Fleet Option,What to do,what to do???

[digitalarts]

Just got my fleet bumper back from the plating company. They straightened it for me and got it ready for paint. I could not budge the metal and straighten it no matter what I did. (THICK metal!) After I paint it, and get it mounted I'll post a "completed" pic to this thread. Should be by mid March. I may lower it a tad thanks to some advice from vwjohnny!

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by Jebb1978

Awesome thread! Mine started life as a fleet option. My Dad grafted a Camaro clip on it in the early 90's and took a lot of the parts off as we also misunderstood what it was. I think this was the disappointing fate of many fleet options. I didn't see any reason to try to find all the rare parts if my frame was already altered so I changed the cab and all on mine. Still think they are super cool though! Looks like everything is there, cool truck!

Hey Jebb! Like entourageguy nice to see your out there, it's been a long time! Hope all is well.

[digitalarts]

Here's an updated fleet pic from my end. Olsofti, any updates?

[digitalarts]

oops. I'll try to attach the image again...

[CAL 58 GMC]

Originally Posted by dwcsr

I've only seen a handful of these trucks. As much as we like to hotrod this series I would do a bone stock restoration if it were mine.

I got to agree with dwcsr, they are rather rare.

[olsofti]

Your truck is coming right along,close to the stock color as mine.
I haven't got to work on it lately,weather and home repairs because of it, has got me way behind.

[digitalarts]

I was lucky in the fact that a large portion of the work done to mine was traded out. I did the guy a logo, website, sign, some printed vinyl to decorate his truck, etc. It looks as if he wants more stuff so maybe my old 52 Chevy panel will get some love next! My skill level with body and paint is okay, but since these fleeters are so rare I wanted to do it to a higher level than I have time for.

As far as your truck, I think your are starting with a better one than mine was!
I'm still hunting for a 270 six to go in mine. Right now it has a 235 chebby.

[DADZ59]

Olsofti,

You should really keep it original and restore it. Digitalarts is the only one I know being restored to original. My 59 was at one time, then my Dad started changing things. I am trying to make it as close as I can with some upgrades: power steering, power front disc brakes, under the bed fuel tank, 350 engine and tranny and differental. I have some access to parts during the "Hot August Nights" swap meet. I have some photos of what mine use to look like. Now she is just frame. Stay in touch (775) 560-7145. Email at headhunters55@aol.com

"Gunny"

[digitalarts]

Gunny! Nice to hear about your truck getting the treatment. I agree, he should keep his truck stock.

Scott

[digitalarts]

Here's the latest of my fleet option. Today the bed wood went in and the windshield. We're down to the filler neck hose, bolting in the seat, and firing her up. I need a set of caps for it but the things are about $75 each for a little dog dish cap with the GMC logo on it!

[LOW DOUGH]

neat. I have never seen one of these. I thought it was messed up when I first saw it. I would have to make it original.

[digitalarts]

Olsofti, when you get to kick it into gear and you need fleet option specific parts let me know and I'll help you locate them. But I think you've already got the rare stuff.

[oakstcustomz]

Not Mine but i did meet the guy before he posted in my town
http://mendocino.craigslist.org/cto/2857246026.html

[1psycho24]

Here"s another one

[bridge]

i know this an old post.i have afleet optio without original motor and grill.can anyone help.

[_Ogre]

we are here to help
start a new thread and be specific what you need help with. wipers?

[DADZ59]

I have a 350 in wine. I am trying to make the outside look as original as possible. I do have an extra front grill if you are interested in it. My email address is mprios65@gmail.com. can you send photos to me? I would like to see it.

Gunny
775 560 7145

[bridge]

Yes that would be great ty.happy Trucking's

[whitedog76]

That’s kind of cool. I honestly didn’t know they ever made such a truck. It almost looks like something that would’ve been offered overseas.

Anyhow, as much as I am not a fan of the Satin/flat black look. I think you have a truck that could pull it off well. Drop it to the ground, complete blackout, keep the Jimmy engine, split the manifold....