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03-07-2006, 10:27 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: kentucky
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changing beds
ok i maybe stupid but i let a girl talk me into changing from my stepside to a fleetside...lol what am i going to need to make the change and is there anyplace i can get all the parts from or does anyone around kentucky have a short fleetside bed thats in good shape to sell. i have a fairly decent stepside i can trade or it maybe for sale after i get my other bed.
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03-07-2006, 10:40 PM
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Location: CA
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Re: changing beds
Should be a very simple swap. You may need to get a new rear bumper.
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03-07-2006, 10:57 PM
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Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side)
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Re: changing beds
Quote:
 And YES you will need a Fleet rear bumpre 
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03-07-2006, 11:34 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Hilliard Ohio
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Re: changing beds
direct swap. Remove and install. And as stated, you'll need a bumper.
I say it's too much work, keep the short step, they look better anyways.
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03-08-2006, 12:14 AM
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Location: Republic of California
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Re: changing beds
I originally wanted a fleetside. And thought that ultimately I would swap to a fleetside fo that nice clean look. But the stepper is growing on me more and more each day. And fleets are starting to look a litte plain. It's Weird.
For all the hassle, I hope that girl helps you break in that bed when you're done. Actually, she should help you say good bye to the stepper too. The new owner will wonder what that odd smirk is about.
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03-09-2006, 10:54 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: kentucky
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Re: changing beds
does anyone know where i can buy all the parts from all i will need is crossmembers bedsides front panel tailgate wheel tubs and wood floor strips. these trucks really got me liking the wood floor i almost cut the metal out of the floor of my old s 10 and put wood in it...lol
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03-09-2006, 11:21 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Claremore, OK 74017
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Re: changing beds
This vendor, that periodically has a banner on this site, has some of the pieces.
http://www.mar-k.com/
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03-09-2006, 11:38 AM
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Location: Arizona
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Re: changing beds
Are you sure she is not talking about changing your bed size (is she saying step to fleet meaning twin to king size). Somebody had to say it, I know, I know, how stupid.
Yes, it is a fairly easy swap and a few extra hands will make it go a lot easier.
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03-09-2006, 12:27 PM
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I miss this truck.
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Lexington, KY U.S.A.
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Re: changing beds
Welcome to the board from Lexington. Where are you at in KY? Let's see some pics of your truck!!
Also, take a moment to read the rules of the board. The Mods will get unhappy about the request to buy/sell/trade in your first post. You gotta be a subscriber to post for sale/wanted to buy, and all such posts have to be made in the classified sections of the board.
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03-14-2006, 02:22 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: kentucky
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Re: changing beds
im from morehead ky do you know any places around close that sells body parts for these trucks and do you know any place around that does upholsetry.
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03-14-2006, 04:10 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Owensboro KY
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Re: changing beds
Yeah another KY member! I'm sorry don't have a fleetside bed to get rid of but I agree with the girl Fleets look better!
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03-14-2006, 04:21 PM
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I miss this truck.
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Lexington, KY U.S.A.
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Re: changing beds
I don't know about upholstery, but there is a parts vendor here in Lexington called O.B. Smith's that has all the goodmark sheetmetal you could ever want, or at least he can get it. Next time you're in town, he's on New Circle Rd between Georgetown Rd and Newtown Pike. He's right in there with Camaro Central and No Coast Choppers
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03-14-2006, 10:07 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Southern Ohio
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Re: changing beds
Theres a guy in flatwoods ky that sells parts. His web site is www.chevydukes.com
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