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Location: roswell georgia
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NINE foot bed ?
I have seen an ad and a photo for a 54 5-window pickup.
It is said to be a special order for Coca-Cola... sport side fenders with the extra bed length between the cab and the front of the rear fenders. I have not seen the truck in person yet- still has lots of yellow and the logo on it. Anybody have familiarity with this supposedly 9-foot bed set-up? Also said to be a 1-ton. I am not familiar with these earlier trucks any direction and input appreciated Thanks- |
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Re: NINE foot bed ?
Well lets see the pics!
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Re: NINE foot bed ?
Yes the 1 ton models had a 9' bed option.
Back in the day Coke trucks were yellow and white. I'd go with it as the theme for the build. Here's a model truck. |
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Re: NINE foot bed ?
some more pic's
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Re: NINE foot bed ?
here's a TF 9'
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Re: NINE foot bed ?
That red truck looks serious.
![]() OK, so it's not unique for a body style, but the theme is of interest. I saw the toy pick-up also, but couldn't determine sizing from its scale... I was reading about the 235 engine- the unforced oiling is probably at risk (without a rebuild) after sitting for a long time. Thanks for the info! |
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Re: NINE foot bed ?
Those were often sold to outfits like lumber yards that used them for in town delivery work where a flatbed might have a hard time getting around even in the 50's.
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Re: NINE foot bed ?
Boy oh boy What a difference 6" makes
![]() BTW I saw a 8 footer locally today. |
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Re: NINE foot bed ?
7'6" bed What a difference 6" makes
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Re: NINE foot bed ?
8' bed
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