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STOCKISH · 04-30-2009, 08:38 PM

Can someone give me the length of one of the door for the tool box mounted in the bedside. I have always thought they looked cool and was thinking of putting one in the side of my shortbed if there's enough room. Might have to cut one down to fit though?

Longhorn Man · 04-30-2009, 09:03 PM

cant give you the dimentions, but you may want to price them before you cut anything... Nice ones are stupid expensive

STOCKISH · 04-30-2009, 09:10 PM

Yeah, I figure if I'm going to cut one to fit I will find a door that's not so nice to hack up. Hate to hack up a really nice one. Just thought it would be kinda cool on a SWB.

**special-K** · 05-01-2009, 08:29 AM

Won`t fit.That`s why GM never offered it.Figure the wheel base is 127" vs 115".I don`t see this leaving enough room in a 12" smaller space.

STOCKISH · 05-01-2009, 08:49 AM

'Reckin I'll have to cut one up and make it fit.

Uwe Blab · 05-01-2009, 08:54 AM

Anybody seen the bedside tool box put in behind the rear wheel? Just thinkin' it would make for a lot of nice storage under all four corners of the bed.

**jerry moss** · 05-01-2009, 09:12 AM

you guys will string me up for this comment BUT back in the mid 60s f$%d did have a tool box on shortbed fleetside models. i had one and was going to modify it to fit my 69 shortbed - it is too deep to clear the framerail. i just never could bring myself to cut a hole in my bedside.

kulturekat · 05-01-2009, 10:40 AM

i thought about turning the saddle tanks into tool boxes that way they are hidden but still accessable.

**D.PASSMORE** · 05-01-2009, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne

Yeah, I figure if I'm going to cut one to fit I will find a door that's not so nice to hack up. Hate to hack up a really nice one. Just thought it would be kinda cool on a SWB.

If you get to the point making it happen, let me know. I have all the mentioned stuff ~available. Sounds like a great idea.

STOCKISH · 05-01-2009, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D.PASSMORE

If you get to the point making it happen, let me know. I have all the mentioned stuff ~available. Sounds like a great idea.

How much ya thinkin ?

**D.PASSMORE** · 05-01-2009, 03:32 PM

Not sure, sent you a PM with details.

**Hart_Rod** · 05-03-2009, 05:29 PM

I've got something that might work....

**Hart_Rod** · 05-03-2009, 06:00 PM

Here's some pictures........

**jerry moss** · 05-03-2009, 07:13 PM

Rob,
thats the one i was talking about. it's a little too deep but otherwise it will fit fine. i think i pitched the one i had.

STOCKISH · 05-03-2009, 08:46 PM

What's that out of fellas? Just might work.

**jerry moss** · 05-03-2009, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne

What's that out of fellas? Just might work.

mid 60s ford shortbed fleetsides

**too much stuff** · 05-03-2009, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jerry moss

you guys will string me up for this comment BUT back in the mid 60s f$%d did have a tool box on shortbed fleetside models. i had one and was going to modify it to fit my 69 shortbed - it is too deep to clear the framerail. i just never could bring myself to cut a hole in my bedside.

Jerry, you are correct. Ford made them in 2 sizes for the long or shortbed. My 66 ranger shortbed still has one in it. However, the shortbox ones are hard to find also. If anyone needs pics of the set-up, let me know. Eric

**Hart_Rod** · 05-03-2009, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jerry moss

Rob,
thats the one i was talking about. it's a little too deep but otherwise it will fit fine. i think i pitched the one i had.

I didn't even see your post about this. I went to a local swapmeet today and remebered this thread and thought it might work so I grabbed it.

**jerry moss** · 05-04-2009, 08:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

I didn't even see your post about this. I went to a local swapmeet today and remebered this thread and thought it might work so I grabbed it.

it's a little too deep but nothing a sawzall or plasma cutter and a welder can't fix

chevy_mike · 05-04-2009, 09:48 AM

How well does the Ford box fit the curve of the Chevy bed side? I really like that it's is fully self contained and could be easily added.

Any pics of the Ford box on the GM bed side?

**Hart_Rod** · 05-11-2009, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevy_mike

How well does the Ford box fit the curve of the Chevy bed side? I really like that it's is fully self contained and could be easily added.

Any pics of the Ford box on the GM bed side?

The curve is almost identical. If you are interested in my Ford box, PM me, 72Super passed.

R/

chevy_mike · 05-11-2009, 01:50 PM

PM sent

04-30-2009, 08:38 PM	#1
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Bedside tool box Can someone give me the length of one of the door for the tool box mounted in the bedside. I have always thought they looked cool and was thinking of putting one in the side of my shortbed if there's enough room. Might have to cut one down to fit though? __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

04-30-2009, 09:03 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Bedside tool box cant give you the dimentions, but you may want to price them before you cut anything... Nice ones are stupid expensive

04-30-2009, 09:10 PM	#3
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Bedside tool box Yeah, I figure if I'm going to cut one to fit I will find a door that's not so nice to hack up. Hate to hack up a really nice one. Just thought it would be kinda cool on a SWB. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

05-01-2009, 08:29 AM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Bedside tool box Won`t fit.That`s why GM never offered it.Figure the wheel base is 127" vs 115".I don`t see this leaving enough room in a 12" smaller space. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-01-2009, 08:49 AM	#5
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Bedside tool box 'Reckin I'll have to cut one up and make it fit. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

05-01-2009, 08:54 AM	#6
Uwe Blab Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Overland Park, Kansas Posts: 134	Re: Bedside tool box Anybody seen the bedside tool box put in behind the rear wheel? Just thinkin' it would make for a lot of nice storage under all four corners of the bed.

05-01-2009, 09:12 AM	#7
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	Re: Bedside tool box you guys will string me up for this comment BUT back in the mid 60s f$%d did have a tool box on shortbed fleetside models. i had one and was going to modify it to fit my 69 shortbed - it is too deep to clear the framerail. i just never could bring myself to cut a hole in my bedside. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

05-01-2009, 10:40 AM	#8
kulturekat Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: stillwater, oklahoma Posts: 566	Re: Bedside tool box i thought about turning the saddle tanks into tool boxes that way they are hidden but still accessable.

05-01-2009, 03:32 PM	#11
D.PASSMORE One of the First Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: St. Augustine,FL. Posts: 4,059	Re: Bedside tool box Not sure, sent you a PM with details.

05-03-2009, 05:29 PM	#12
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,858	Re: Bedside tool box I've got something that might work.... __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

05-03-2009, 06:00 PM	#13
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,858	Re: Bedside tool box Here's some pictures........ Attached Images __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

05-03-2009, 07:13 PM	#14
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	Re: Bedside tool box Rob, thats the one i was talking about. it's a little too deep but otherwise it will fit fine. i think i pitched the one i had. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

05-03-2009, 08:46 PM	#15
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Bedside tool box What's that out of fellas? Just might work. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

05-04-2009, 09:48 AM	#20
chevy_mike Never Ending Projects Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,836	Re: Bedside tool box How well does the Ford box fit the curve of the Chevy bed side? I really like that it's is fully self contained and could be easily added. Any pics of the Ford box on the GM bed side? __________________ . 1965 C10 Panel, Tiki Express http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=506580 SOLD 1968 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod Hauler http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313233 SOLD 1965 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415702 SOLD We were given two ears and one mouth for a reason... listen twice as much and speak half as often...

05-11-2009, 01:50 PM	#22
chevy_mike Never Ending Projects Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,836	Re: Bedside tool box PM sent __________________ . 1965 C10 Panel, Tiki Express http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=506580 SOLD 1968 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod Hauler http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313233 SOLD 1965 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415702 SOLD We were given two ears and one mouth for a reason... listen twice as much and speak half as often...



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