Tailgate help for a '65 Chevy Fleetside - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

funkzilla · 08-28-2007, 01:23 AM

Any recomendations out there for a latch system for my tailgate? I am not using the stock chains. I would like something that looks good yet is effective in keeping the tailgate closed. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

fercho71 · 08-28-2007, 02:30 AM

check on this page http://www.persh.org/Pickup/IdeaPage.htm

fercho71 · 08-28-2007, 02:32 AM

sorry this one to be exact just an idea

http://www.persh.org/pickup/tailgate.htm

63 & 64 Bowties · 08-28-2007, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by funkzilla

Any recomendations out there for a latch system for my tailgate? I am not using the stock chains. I would like something that looks good yet is effective in keeping the tailgate closed. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

here's a thread to check out....
http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=244207

Stepside65 · 08-28-2007, 08:00 AM

Iirc LMC truck has a hidden tailgate assembly. Might want to look there.

**slepysal** · 08-28-2007, 11:45 AM

This is what I did cheep and easy
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...light=TAILGATE

Musclerodz · 08-28-2007, 12:06 PM

We have this available from Pro's Pick for $185. This excerpt is right from their site: Hidden Latch Kits feature small stainless steel brackets that attach to the inside of the tailgate, spring loaded catches that install in the bedside (hidden by the stake pocket posts) also made of stainless and nylon, and nylon woven check straps with stainless buckles that hold the tailgate in a horizontal position. The kit includes all fasteners, hardware, and complete instructions

SIR · 08-28-2007, 01:23 PM

this is one way.....

funkzilla · 08-31-2007, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by SIR

this is one way.....

Thanks. I really like your application. Did you fabricate the latch system?

08-28-2007, 01:23 AM	#1
funkzilla Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 40	Tailgate help for a '65 Chevy Fleetside Any recomendations out there for a latch system for my tailgate? I am not using the stock chains. I would like something that looks good yet is effective in keeping the tailgate closed. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

08-28-2007, 02:30 AM	#2
fercho71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: sandiego, ca Posts: 453	Re: Tailgate help for a '65 Chevy Fleetside check on this page http://www.persh.org/Pickup/IdeaPage.htm __________________ 1966 chevy c-20 truck " La Chata " under construccion

08-28-2007, 02:32 AM	#3
fercho71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: sandiego, ca Posts: 453	Re: Tailgate help for a '65 Chevy Fleetside sorry this one to be exact just an idea http://www.persh.org/pickup/tailgate.htm __________________ 1966 chevy c-20 truck " La Chata " under construccion

08-28-2007, 08:00 AM	#5
Stepside65 Still Truckless! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Valrico, Florida Posts: 3,166	Re: Tailgate help for a '65 Chevy Fleetside Iirc LMC truck has a hidden tailgate assembly. Might want to look there. __________________ ~James Truckless 2009 Hyundai Sonata<~~Wife's sedanomatic 1997 Nissan Pickup Father-in-law's tonka toy I am forced to drive Founder of The 60-66 Club Tutor Et Ultor

08-28-2007, 11:45 AM	#6
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Tailgate help for a '65 Chevy Fleetside This is what I did cheep and easy http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...light=TAILGATE __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

08-28-2007, 12:06 PM	#7
Musclerodz Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 2,365	Re: Tailgate help for a '65 Chevy Fleetside We have this available from Pro's Pick for $185. This excerpt is right from their site: Hidden Latch Kits feature small stainless steel brackets that attach to the inside of the tailgate, spring loaded catches that install in the bedside (hidden by the stake pocket posts) also made of stainless and nylon, and nylon woven check straps with stainless buckles that hold the tailgate in a horizontal position. The kit includes all fasteners, hardware, and complete instructions __________________ Mike Redpath

08-28-2007, 01:23 PM	#8
SIR SIR Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: grants pass oregon,usa Posts: 658	Re: Tailgate help for a '65 Chevy Fleetside this is one way..... Attached Images __________________ 66long low fleet http://community.webshots.com/user/LVNR66



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