Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching valve - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**1774btcrew** · 04-25-2014, 05:11 PM

I know the tank switching valve isn't super rare but around here they are pretty hard to come by and this is only the second one I have found. I wish there were more available since it seems the electric ones seem to have so many issues.
The really great piece I came up with is the NOS set of Hickey fender flares. They were a challenge to get as I initially contacted the seller over a month ago and never heard anything back. Then one day I get a cryptic text that says Yes VickHick New. Wasn't exactly sure what it meant but did know I had been searching for Hickey stuff so I sent a text back asking if it was about a Chevy truck or Hickey stuff and heard nothing. I got to thinking about it and remembered the flares. I sent another text asking if this is what it was about. Still nothing. I decided that is what it had to be about and called the guy. I was right. Made the 200 mile round trip and they are now home with me. The seller had received these from Hickey under warranty in 1982 after some manufacturing defect on the set he had on his 77 Jimmy. He never got around to installing these. Not sure what I will do with them as these are the big flares that you have to cut the body. I guess if I get a rusty Jimmy or truck it will be a good candidate for these. Either way I am pleased. I didn't want to unwrap them all of the way so only opened the part with the cast HE logo. Hope you like them!

cory d · 04-25-2014, 09:00 PM

make a mold of them and make fiberglass ones and run those!save the HE ones

79Betty · 04-25-2014, 09:44 PM

Noe that is awesome! And that sounds like a good idea!

**1774btcrew** · 04-25-2014, 11:54 PM

They are nice heavy fiberglass. I probably paid less than they cost new.

**mrtoni** · 04-26-2014, 01:13 AM

Those are sweet. I collect hickey stuff but never knew they made flares. Id buy a repro or real set. I have a manual tank seitch by hickey called a pacemaker. Its nos. Matt

**1774btcrew** · 04-26-2014, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by mrtoni

Those are sweet. I collect hickey stuff but never knew they made flares. Id buy a repro or real set. I have a manual tank seitch by hickey called a pacemaker. Its nos. Matt

I am gradually gathering up Hickey stuff. Have the flares, front truss, all the sidewinder winch pieces(minus the winch

) 2 12 bolt covers, the hitch ball mount for the brush guard and working on getting the rear truss bar.

**mrtoni** · 04-26-2014, 12:23 PM

Intersted to know about the hitch ball mount set up for brush guard.

Also, I have a couple sidewinders and a mini sidewinder i would let go if you want to complete yours. Pm me. Matt

66crewcab · 04-26-2014, 04:43 PM

I've had a set of those on order since 1976....I'm guessing that they are not coming???Anyone know of any availible???

**1774btcrew** · 04-26-2014, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 66crewcab

I've had a set of those on order since 1976....I'm guessing that they are not coming???Anyone know of any availible???

This is the first set that I have actually seen. To be honest with you I have never thought to look for them on vehicles. I have seen fiberglass flares on trucks at the wrecking yards but never thought to see if they had the HE logo

66crewcab · 09-07-2014, 12:29 PM

I found a Blazer that needs those cutout style flares!!! Any intrest in moving them? Tom

**1774btcrew** · 09-17-2014, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 66crewcab

I found a Blazer that needs those cutout style flares!!! Any intrest in moving them? Tom

Tom, I just saw this post. I am not interested in selling these at this time. They are the only set that I have seen surface. Unless the Blazer is something extremely special that had a lot of Hickey items it would be hard to justify the cost of NOS Hickey flares. Bushwacker makes some similar flares for cut out Blazers that are really easy to find. .

66crewcab · 09-17-2014, 03:02 AM

Well if u change ur mind? I want them! I'm well aware of the Bushwackers...I grew up in the Hickey era...my 1st vehicle was a 74 Hickey Blazer that now I'm almost 55 and I want to build another ! I have a Hickey roof rack sitting waiting for the next blazer...so if u change ur mind let me know? heres my site www.protrucks.us thanks Tom

**1774btcrew** · 09-17-2014, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 66crewcab

Well if u change ur mind? I want them! I'm well aware of the Bushwackers...I grew up in the Hickey era...my 1st vehicle was a 74 Hickey Blazer that now I'm almost 55 and I want to build another ! I have a Hickey roof rack sitting waiting for the next blazer...so if u change ur mind let me know? heres my site www.protrucks.us thanks Tom

Tom, VERY nice site! I love how it is set up! I am working on getting mine up. Having difficulty with the artist that I am using to do my logo and a rendition of my truck. It has been 2 months since I first contacted him and I still haven't seen anything. He is a well known artist and does many renditions for Classic Trucks and Rod and Custom. I am sure it will be worth the wait. I am just excited to get it done. Wasn't your crew cab featured in Classic Trucks a few years back?

66crewcab · 09-17-2014, 10:48 AM

Yes...but I had sold it ! I love to build them but I also work all the time...Shows r always on Saturdays n I never get to go to them! I had built the truck n had it for 6 yrs n only put 200 miles on it! So no more frame off builds for me...I drive everything now! Do u have a shop?

Jonboy · 09-17-2014, 11:26 AM

What is the manual dual tank valve setup worth?

**1774btcrew** · 09-17-2014, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by 66crewcab

Yes...but I had sold it ! I love to build them but I also work all the time...Shows r always on Saturdays n I never get to go to them! I had built the truck n had it for 6 yrs n only put 200 miles on it! So no more frame off builds for me...I drive everything now! Do u have a shop?

I have a parts business (AZPartsLocators) We mainly focus on parts for 73-87 Chevy and GMC trucks but we cover all makes an models. The trucks are my first love as my dad got a new squarebody every year when I was growing up.

**1774btcrew** · 09-17-2014, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

What is the manual dual tank valve setup worth?

Jonboy, No idea on the manual dual tank valve value. I haven't ever searched them and haven't tried to sell any. I know complete set ups are hard to find though

Jonboy · 09-17-2014, 11:54 AM

Just curious. I pulled the setup off of my truck as I am not running dual tanks anymore.

mongoose45056 · 09-19-2014, 04:49 PM

Jeff,

Thank you for getting back to me.

I am searching for the mounting bracket/skid plate to mount a Hickey Sidewinder winch into a 1975 Chevy Blazer.

I am in the process of building a Hickey style 1975 Blazer and am looking for any other Hickey items you might have available. I am still bummed after my computer failed me last night before I could enter my high bid for the Hickey steps you had!

Any assistance you can offer will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you

**1774btcrew** · 09-19-2014, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by mongoose45056

Jeff,

Thank you for getting back to me.

I am searching for the mounting bracket/skid plate to mount a Hickey Sidewinder winch into a 1975 Chevy Blazer.

I am in the process of building a Hickey style 1975 Blazer and am looking for any other Hickey items you might have available. I am still bummed after my computer failed me last night before I could enter my high bid for the Hickey steps you had!

Any assistance you can offer will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you

I will send you a PM with my direct email address.

**1774btcrew** · 10-16-2014, 10:37 AM

Bump pictures for Irish1941!

Lokin4AReason · 10-16-2014, 11:42 AM

that is a nice switch .....

Irish1941 · 10-16-2014, 12:32 PM

OOOO...those are cool!
Do they rivet on like the army Blazer with big outer edge or do they have a smaller lip for mounting?
I'd need to go '73-'75 a truck to just mount them!
Thanks!

**1774btcrew** · 10-16-2014, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Irish1941

OOOO...those are cool!
Do they rivet on like the army Blazer with big outer edge or do they have a smaller lip for mounting?
I'd need to go '73-'75 a truck to just mount them!
Thanks!

They are the rivet on style which means the body needs to be cut.

**1774btcrew** · 10-16-2014, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Lokin4AReason

that is a nice switch .....

I really like the idea of it. Just so basic and simple. The electric ones seem to be such a hassle.

04-25-2014, 05:11 PM	#1
1774btcrew Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 4,604	Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching valve I know the tank switching valve isn't super rare but around here they are pretty hard to come by and this is only the second one I have found. I wish there were more available since it seems the electric ones seem to have so many issues. The really great piece I came up with is the NOS set of Hickey fender flares. They were a challenge to get as I initially contacted the seller over a month ago and never heard anything back. Then one day I get a cryptic text that says Yes VickHick New. Wasn't exactly sure what it meant but did know I had been searching for Hickey stuff so I sent a text back asking if it was about a Chevy truck or Hickey stuff and heard nothing. I got to thinking about it and remembered the flares. I sent another text asking if this is what it was about. Still nothing. I decided that is what it had to be about and called the guy. I was right. Made the 200 mile round trip and they are now home with me. The seller had received these from Hickey under warranty in 1982 after some manufacturing defect on the set he had on his 77 Jimmy. He never got around to installing these. Not sure what I will do with them as these are the big flares that you have to cut the body. I guess if I get a rusty Jimmy or truck it will be a good candidate for these. Either way I am pleased. I didn't want to unwrap them all of the way so only opened the part with the cast HE logo. Hope you like them! __________________ AZPartsLocators on Instagram 1972 Cheyenne Super Short Bed big block "Blackie" 1977 Crew Cab GMC Short bed with 4BT Intercooled Cummins Diesel and a 4L80e "The Junkyard Dog" 1985 Crew Cab Chevy dually with 5.9 Cummins "The Big Dog" This is what my dad liked to be called by the grandkids before he passed so it seems fitting for his old truck.

04-25-2014, 09:00 PM	#2
cory d Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Arlington WA Posts: 1,728	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v make a mold of them and make fiberglass ones and run those!save the HE ones __________________ GMC C15 355 SM465 3.73 80 C10 cruiser build thread 79 short stepside crew cab. big and ugly. build thread

04-25-2014, 09:44 PM	#3
79Betty Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Jasper, IN Posts: 948	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v Noe that is awesome! And that sounds like a good idea! __________________ When in doubt, throttle it out! 1974 Chevrolet Custom K20 2005 Ford Ranger Edge 1985 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C10

04-25-2014, 11:54 PM	#4
1774btcrew Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 4,604	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v They are nice heavy fiberglass. I probably paid less than they cost new. __________________ AZPartsLocators on Instagram 1972 Cheyenne Super Short Bed big block "Blackie" 1977 Crew Cab GMC Short bed with 4BT Intercooled Cummins Diesel and a 4L80e "The Junkyard Dog" 1985 Crew Cab Chevy dually with 5.9 Cummins "The Big Dog" This is what my dad liked to be called by the grandkids before he passed so it seems fitting for his old truck.

04-26-2014, 01:13 AM	#5
mrtoni Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: sparks, nevada Posts: 1,883	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v Those are sweet. I collect hickey stuff but never knew they made flares. Id buy a repro or real set. I have a manual tank seitch by hickey called a pacemaker. Its nos. Matt

04-26-2014, 12:23 PM	#7
mrtoni Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: sparks, nevada Posts: 1,883	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v Intersted to know about the hitch ball mount set up for brush guard. Also, I have a couple sidewinders and a mini sidewinder i would let go if you want to complete yours. Pm me. Matt

04-26-2014, 04:43 PM	#8
66crewcab Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Fredericksburg Virginia Posts: 89	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v I've had a set of those on order since 1976....I'm guessing that they are not coming???Anyone know of any availible???

09-07-2014, 12:29 PM	#10
66crewcab Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Fredericksburg Virginia Posts: 89	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v I found a Blazer that needs those cutout style flares!!! Any intrest in moving them? Tom

09-17-2014, 03:02 AM	#12
66crewcab Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Fredericksburg Virginia Posts: 89	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v Well if u change ur mind? I want them! I'm well aware of the Bushwackers...I grew up in the Hickey era...my 1st vehicle was a 74 Hickey Blazer that now I'm almost 55 and I want to build another ! I have a Hickey roof rack sitting waiting for the next blazer...so if u change ur mind let me know? heres my site www.protrucks.us thanks Tom

09-17-2014, 10:48 AM	#14
66crewcab Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Fredericksburg Virginia Posts: 89	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v Yes...but I had sold it ! I love to build them but I also work all the time...Shows r always on Saturdays n I never get to go to them! I had built the truck n had it for 6 yrs n only put 200 miles on it! So no more frame off builds for me...I drive everything now! Do u have a shop?

09-17-2014, 11:26 AM	#15
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v What is the manual dual tank valve setup worth? __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

09-17-2014, 11:54 AM	#18
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v Just curious. I pulled the setup off of my truck as I am not running dual tanks anymore. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

09-19-2014, 04:49 PM	#19
mongoose45056 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Oxford, Ohio Posts: 41	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v Jeff, Thank you for getting back to me. I am searching for the mounting bracket/skid plate to mount a Hickey Sidewinder winch into a 1975 Chevy Blazer. I am in the process of building a Hickey style 1975 Blazer and am looking for any other Hickey items you might have available. I am still bummed after my computer failed me last night before I could enter my high bid for the Hickey steps you had! Any assistance you can offer will be greatly appreciated. Thank you

10-16-2014, 10:37 AM	#21
1774btcrew Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 4,604	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v Bump pictures for Irish1941! __________________ AZPartsLocators on Instagram 1972 Cheyenne Super Short Bed big block "Blackie" 1977 Crew Cab GMC Short bed with 4BT Intercooled Cummins Diesel and a 4L80e "The Junkyard Dog" 1985 Crew Cab Chevy dually with 5.9 Cummins "The Big Dog" This is what my dad liked to be called by the grandkids before he passed so it seems fitting for his old truck.

10-16-2014, 11:42 AM	#22
Lokin4AReason Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: somewhere . . . Posts: 976	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v that is a nice switch ..... __________________ dont want to hear excuses, i want to hear solution(s)



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Irish1941 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 450	Re: Picked up some more rarities NOS Hickey fender flares and manual tank switching v OOOO...those are cool! Do they rivet on like the army Blazer with big outer edge or do they have a smaller lip for mounting? I'd need to go '73-'75 a truck to just mount them! Thanks!

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