Lookin for a tonneau cover for 72 c10 stepside - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jbranontn · 02-08-2011, 03:12 AM

I be seen them for flairside but not stepside..... Anyone know where to get one.....or any suggestions.......

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Sammy · 02-08-2011, 07:53 AM

To the best of my knowledge there isn't any production model available. However if you are set on having one. Using a tape measure, check the sizes of some of the newer model step beds for something that works. Getting one very close to what you need and cutting down the frame supports can be done plus the cover itself can be modified at your local shop.

Jonce · 02-08-2011, 08:48 AM

I bought mine from a vendor in one of the truckin' magazines. I will see if I can search the net and see if I can find it.

Here's mine:

I don't have any good pic's of the tonneau cover down but you can see it here:

**special-K** · 02-08-2011, 08:49 AM

I always went to an upholstery shop and had one made. I assume you want a frame. It would still need to be bolted because there's no inner lip to use clamps on. People get all funny about the teeny holes for snaps. It's no big deal to me. If I ever don't want a tonneau any more They are easy to fill. They're only like 1/16" or so.

EDIT: Tonneaus are made out of vinyl or other fabric. That's a bed cover shown above.

Sammy · 02-08-2011, 09:30 AM

Not last year but in 09 @ the KC Midwest Trk Nationals there was a vendor there that sold Tonneau covers custom made for any truck. Think he had a three week shipping delay on custom jobs. By the time I searched for his vending spot he had already left. But his prices wasn't out of line. In the ball park of $300 with all the bells and whistles (tilt n velcro). I don't recall the vendors name or the name brand of cover he offered. But this year I will make a better effort of getting contact info.

67Slider · 02-08-2011, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonce

I bought mine from a vendor in one of the truckin' magazines. I will see if I can search the net and see if I can find it.

Here's mine:

I don't have any good pic's of the tonneau cover down but you can see it here:

That bed cover is sweet. I like the fact the mounting holes are inside the wheelwells too. I'm subscribed. I am looking for something just like yours. How hard is it to remove if you wanted to haul something?

Jonce · 02-08-2011, 10:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67Slider

That bed cover is sweet. I like the fact the mounting holes are inside the wheelwells too. I'm subscribed. I am looking for something just like yours. How hard is it to remove if you wanted to haul something?

There are two hinges on the front bed rail that would need to be unscrewed in order to take the bed cover off (from what I remember). The hydraulic arms are easy to remove.

I will try and go through my folder of receipts tonight to see if I can find the name of the company that made this for me.

abrahamseven · 02-08-2011, 10:29 AM

Try Gaylord, use this link http://www.gaylordslids.com/ , they might be able to help.

steve

jbranontn · 02-08-2011, 10:59 AM

Thanks....if you can find name of company and price.....just get back to me
jeff

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonce

There are two hinges on the front bed rail that would need to be unscrewed in order to take the bed cover off (from what I remember). The hydraulic arms are easy to remove.

I will try and go through my folder of receipts tonight to see if I can find the name of the company that made this for me.

jbranontn · 02-08-2011, 11:27 AM

I found this site that makes custom tonneau covers
http://www.truxedo.com/custom_trucks...ck_gallery.php

firedog · 02-08-2011, 05:04 PM

i thought i heard someone say the bed sides, front panel, and tailgate on a stepside bed are all the same from 1947-1987. I may be wrong but would think that would open it up to alot more options

Jonce · 02-08-2011, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67Slider

That bed cover is sweet. I like the fact the mounting holes are inside the wheelwells too. I'm subscribed. I am looking for something just like yours. How hard is it to remove if you wanted to haul something?

Here is the website - http://www.checkerpro.com/2.html I don't remember the price since I can't find the receipt but I want to say that it was around the $500 mark.

Hubscrub · 02-08-2011, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonce

Here is the website - http://www.checkerpro.com/2.html I don't remember the price since I can't find the receipt but I want to say that it was around the $500 mark.

my wife has one of those on her 02 gmc great product and not bad price

02-08-2011, 03:12 AM	#1
jbranontn Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: martin,tn Posts: 40	Lookin for a tonneau cover for 72 c10 stepside I be seen them for flairside but not stepside..... Anyone know where to get one.....or any suggestions....... Posted via Mobile Device

02-08-2011, 07:53 AM	#2
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Lookin for a tonneau cover for 72 c10 stepside To the best of my knowledge there isn't any production model available. However if you are set on having one. Using a tape measure, check the sizes of some of the newer model step beds for something that works. Getting one very close to what you need and cutting down the frame supports can be done plus the cover itself can be modified at your local shop. __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

02-08-2011, 08:48 AM	#3
Jonce Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Twin Cities, MN Posts: 115	Re: Lookin for a tonneau cover for 72 c10 stepside I bought mine from a vendor in one of the truckin' magazines. I will see if I can search the net and see if I can find it. Here's mine: I don't have any good pic's of the tonneau cover down but you can see it here: __________________ __________________________________ 1971 GMC Stepside 350HO Deluxe 330hp, TH350 w/Gear Vendors, 3.73 Eaton posi, Fitech EFI, Boyd's Welding Tank, Ridler wheels, ECE 4/6" drop, front/rear sway bar ________________________________

02-08-2011, 08:49 AM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: Lookin for a tonneau cover for 72 c10 stepside I always went to an upholstery shop and had one made. I assume you want a frame. It would still need to be bolted because there's no inner lip to use clamps on. People get all funny about the teeny holes for snaps. It's no big deal to me. If I ever don't want a tonneau any more They are easy to fill. They're only like 1/16" or so. EDIT: Tonneaus are made out of vinyl or other fabric. That's a bed cover shown above. __________________ "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 ~ Last edited by special-K; 02-08-2011 at 08:52 AM.

02-08-2011, 09:30 AM	#5
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Lookin for a tonneau cover for 72 c10 stepside Not last year but in 09 @ the KC Midwest Trk Nationals there was a vendor there that sold Tonneau covers custom made for any truck. Think he had a three week shipping delay on custom jobs. By the time I searched for his vending spot he had already left. But his prices wasn't out of line. In the ball park of $300 with all the bells and whistles (tilt n velcro). I don't recall the vendors name or the name brand of cover he offered. But this year I will make a better effort of getting contact info. __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

02-08-2011, 10:29 AM	#8
abrahamseven Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Fruitland, Idaho Posts: 68	Re: Lookin for a tonneau cover for 72 c10 stepside Try Gaylord, use this link http://www.gaylordslids.com/ , they might be able to help. steve

02-08-2011, 11:27 AM	#10
jbranontn Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: martin,tn Posts: 40	Re: Lookin for a tonneau cover for 72 c10 stepside I found this site that makes custom tonneau covers http://www.truxedo.com/custom_trucks...ck_gallery.php

02-08-2011, 05:04 PM	#11
firedog Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Festus, Missouri Posts: 1,005	Re: Lookin for a tonneau cover for 72 c10 stepside i thought i heard someone say the bed sides, front panel, and tailgate on a stepside bed are all the same from 1947-1987. I may be wrong but would think that would open it up to alot more options __________________ SOLD 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet 350/350 combo Tach/tilt/buddy buckets Bagged/18" Wheels Black on Black Project "Pandemic" the Farm Rat 1927 Chevy Capitol Truck Rat rod '30 Model A Frame Dual Carb 5.3 LS http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=804162 2007 GMC 4 DOOR 2WD BUILT 5.3 STAGE 3 CAM 93 TUNE LIFTED 22X12 WHEELS 33" TIRES 2023 Jeep RENEGADE Wifes ride

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