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klbenson · 04-04-2011, 11:24 PM

Trying to take apart bedsides of 72 chevy c10 long bed. How hard is this? and any suggestions? thanks

DorianB · 04-05-2011, 05:16 PM

stepside or fleetside?

I just swapped out my fleetside for a stepside and it was not too difficult. Just need to make sure you have LOTS of lock washers on hand.

longhorn70gmc · 04-05-2011, 05:58 PM

Dismantling I did this with a chisel and hammer, but I am sure you have some better tools then I did 4 years ago. Remember the welds on the back where the sides attach to the back. This is on a wood bed. Have lots of patience just have fun. Rebuilding the bed, take the time to brain storm and get your ideals captured in case you had some mods in mind. I get excited sometimes and want to get it done, but thinking it out and completing one step at a time will get you a really nice bed in the end. Also, while the bed is off and you feel you need to attend to the frame area then this is a great time to do that as well. I had some additions the prior owner welded on that I wanted removed and with the bed off it was a whole lot easier. I am currently building my Longhorn bed and I am purposely taking my time to get it right while opportunity is there. Good Luck and look forward to some pics later.
R/

*mrhino* · 04-05-2011, 06:58 PM

I used a impact gun on most of the bolts, on the ones that just spun I had my wife hold with a pair of vice grips. make sure to cut the weld in the back on the floor, and thats all thats to it.

chevytruckluver · 04-05-2011, 07:13 PM

from Texas! Mrhino has had the same experience as I had....with bed sides that is...

**70cst** · 04-05-2011, 08:45 PM

Hey klbenson ... and from Ohio. I can't offer any advice but glad to have you on board.

klbenson · 04-05-2011, 10:08 PM

Thanks everyone I'll let you know how it turns out.

04-04-2011, 11:24 PM	#1
klbenson Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Richmond, Utah Posts: 6	Taking apart sides of longbed need help! Trying to take apart bedsides of 72 chevy c10 long bed. How hard is this? and any suggestions? thanks

04-05-2011, 05:16 PM	#2
DorianB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Buford, Ga Posts: 205	Re: Taking apart sides of longbed need help! stepside or fleetside? I just swapped out my fleetside for a stepside and it was not too difficult. Just need to make sure you have LOTS of lock washers on hand.

04-05-2011, 05:58 PM	#3
longhorn70gmc Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Ridgecrest. CA, USA Posts: 1,715	Re: Taking apart sides of longbed need help! Dismantling I did this with a chisel and hammer, but I am sure you have some better tools then I did 4 years ago. Remember the welds on the back where the sides attach to the back. This is on a wood bed. Have lots of patience just have fun. Rebuilding the bed, take the time to brain storm and get your ideals captured in case you had some mods in mind. I get excited sometimes and want to get it done, but thinking it out and completing one step at a time will get you a really nice bed in the end. Also, while the bed is off and you feel you need to attend to the frame area then this is a great time to do that as well. I had some additions the prior owner welded on that I wanted removed and with the bed off it was a whole lot easier. I am currently building my Longhorn bed and I am purposely taking my time to get it right while opportunity is there. Good Luck and look forward to some pics later. R/ __________________ Billy 1970 GMC Sierra Grande 402/TH400 (Longhorn)14 years and counting rebuild! 1975 (Build) Chevrolet SWB 4X4 350 SB Lifted 6 inches 1970 Ford F250 Ranger 390 BB 2010 Ford Super Duty F250 XLT W/4 inch lift kit and Pro Comp Tires Hub Cap Freak! *I need another truck like I need another hole in the head!* I'M IN THE MARKET...AS IT WERE!

04-05-2011, 06:58 PM	#4
mrhino Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,223	Re: Taking apart sides of longbed need help! I used a impact gun on most of the bolts, on the ones that just spun I had my wife hold with a pair of vice grips. make sure to cut the weld in the back on the floor, and thats all thats to it.

04-05-2011, 07:13 PM	#5
chevytruckluver Eat, Sleep, Drive a Chevy Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: the town of the cow, Texas Posts: 1,152	Re: Taking apart sides of longbed need help! from Texas! Mrhino has had the same experience as I had....with bed sides that is... __________________ Trey Silence may be Golden, but Duct Tape is Silver! 72 Short Step 57 "big window" short step

04-05-2011, 08:45 PM	#6
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Taking apart sides of longbed need help! Hey klbenson ... and from Ohio. I can't offer any advice but glad to have you on board. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

04-05-2011, 10:08 PM	#7
klbenson Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Richmond, Utah Posts: 6	Re: Taking apart sides of longbed need help! Thanks everyone I'll let you know how it turns out.



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