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classicchev · 10-07-2006, 11:16 AM

Fostner drill bit, I think 1 1/2". They can be bought at any hardware store.

Just remember to drill the 3/8" hole offset, or the washer/bolt will not work correctly.

jaros44sr · 10-07-2006, 11:59 AM

What's the purpose of the offset washer? Not sure if the fosner bit will work as I already have my bolt holes drilled. I may have to use a wood chisel, any other ideas?

Sequoyah · 10-07-2006, 12:06 PM

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The only problem I see with using that type of wood is when you go to finish the wood. Unless you arer going to stain the wood dark, or your truck is going to match the reddish burgandy color that the wood will end up when the clear is applied, Im sure it will be fine. The nice thing about oak is a neutral colour and can be stained to anything.

I really like quarter sawn white oak, it has Character, harder than red oak, and it finishes up nice. Here is a pic of a board member I did a white oak set for
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1160202396
These are just my opinions, Im sure some will agree and even more will disagree.

White oak is beautiful and is definitely the wood I'll be using if I go that route. I may just use a composite decking material...I dunno. Nice to see a fellow woodworker here

The companies that sell the kits make a killing off of the bedwood, but not everybody has...or has access to the tools that make it possible. Nice work on that bed, too!

classicchev · 10-07-2006, 03:48 PM

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What's the purpose of the offset washer? Not sure if the fosner bit will work as I already have my bolt holes drilled. I may have to use a wood chisel, any other ideas?

Offset washer is to give you a little play to align all the holesin the crosssills.
Easy fix, take a scrap peice of wood and drill the hole usin the fostener bit, then clamp the scap wood onto the bedwwod where you need to drill the hole. Remember to only drill the 1/4 "

Zoomin · 11-12-2012, 12:47 AM

What's the latest info on bed kits? Anyone done one lately?
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classicchev · 11-12-2012, 01:06 AM

Holy crap , someone dug up a real old post. I have done many more sets, in maple then using a spay stain. Her is the latest that was in my buddies truck at SEMA
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Zoomin · 11-12-2012, 01:13 AM

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Holy crap , someone dug up a real old post. I have done many more sets, in maple then using a spay stain. Her is the latest that was in my buddies truck at SEMA

I try to do my research before posting up a new thread.

Glad you responded - have you any pix of woods you've used with red bedsides handy? I'm thinking oak would look okay but would consider other finishes. Easier now than afterward, eh?

Very impressive bed, by the way!
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classicchev · 11-12-2012, 02:34 PM

Done a couple red trucks, and have always gone back to clear maple.
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CC69Rat · 11-12-2012, 02:50 PM

I did my own Zoomin .. These pics are during the SPAR stages .. final pic in my GMC build. (you may have seen it already)

just sayin, .. it's not difficult. I have about $165 in the wood, and $40 in the varnish. Then of course my time. It really turned out nice. Factory GM / OEM specs

jaros44sr · 11-12-2012, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by classicchev

Offset washer is to give you a little play to align all the holesin the crosssills.
Easy fix, take a scrap peice of wood and drill the hole usin the fostener bit, then clamp the scap wood onto the bedwwod where you need to drill the hole. Remember to only drill the 1/4 "

Nice fix, as i also had drilled my mounting holes without putting in the relief....thanks for the tip

Zoomin · 11-12-2012, 04:00 PM

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I did my own Zoomin .. These pics are during the SPAR stages .. final pic in my GMC build. (you may have seen it already)

just sayin, .. it's not difficult. I have about $165 in the wood, and $40 in the varnish. Then of course my time. It really turned out nice. Factory GM / OEM specs

Yes, yours look great! What PayPal address do you want me to send the $205 to?

**screaminchevypickup** · 11-12-2012, 04:05 PM

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Yes, yours look great! What PayPal address do you want me to send the $205 to?

Hmm what are you working on Steve!!

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Zoomin · 11-12-2012, 04:17 PM

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Hmm what are you working on Steve!!

Uh, nothing really. A friend of a friend of mine was asking about it is all.

**screaminchevypickup** · 11-12-2012, 04:22 PM

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Uh, nothing really. A friend of a friend of mine was asking about it is all.

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10-07-2006, 11:16 AM	#26
classicchev Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Calgary Alberta Posts: 1,936	Re: wooden bed floor kits? Fostner drill bit, I think 1 1/2". They can be bought at any hardware store. Just remember to drill the 3/8" hole offset, or the washer/bolt will not work correctly. __________________ 67- 72 Parts collecter

10-07-2006, 11:59 AM	#27
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,467	Re: wooden bed floor kits? What's the purpose of the offset washer? Not sure if the fosner bit will work as I already have my bolt holes drilled. I may have to use a wood chisel, any other ideas? __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

11-12-2012, 12:47 AM	#30
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: wooden bed floor kits? What's the latest info on bed kits? Anyone done one lately? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

11-12-2012, 01:06 AM	#31
classicchev Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Calgary Alberta Posts: 1,936	Re: wooden bed floor kits? Holy crap , someone dug up a real old post. I have done many more sets, in maple then using a spay stain. Her is the latest that was in my buddies truck at SEMA Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 67- 72 Parts collecter

11-12-2012, 02:34 PM	#33
classicchev Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Calgary Alberta Posts: 1,936	Re: wooden bed floor kits? Done a couple red trucks, and have always gone back to clear maple. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 67- 72 Parts collecter

11-12-2012, 02:50 PM	#34
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,208	Re: wooden bed floor kits? I did my own Zoomin .. These pics are during the SPAR stages .. final pic in my GMC build. (you may have seen it already) just sayin, .. it's not difficult. I have about $165 in the wood, and $40 in the varnish. Then of course my time. It really turned out nice. Factory GM / OEM specs Attached Images __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)



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