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glock35ipsc · 08-23-2004, 11:35 PM

I have seen a book in a few parts catalogs, looks like a GM booklet titled "Bed Installation Book". Does this book deal with assembling a new wood floor bed? I am building a new bed from all new parts, and could use any help I can find for assembly instructions.

Thanks!

Putter · 08-24-2004, 08:38 AM

If it is the book that is around the $4 range, it is useless IMO. I got one and all I learned is when they started installing them, what type of wood was used, what they were treated with, etc....nothing like "install this board last and it will be easier", or "the grooves are this dimension by that dimension". It deals with mostly historical facts more aimed at the die-hard restorer. That is just my opinion. I wish I had saved that $4 for a burger combo.

HuggerCST · 08-24-2004, 09:34 AM

Between the people on this board, and the help of GMC paul's site( http://www.gmcpauls.com/47-72%20BedWood%20Info.htm ) you should have all the info you need.

8door · 08-24-2004, 10:10 AM

Like everything else about restoration, prep is very thing.
If you got a new kit the wood needs to be sealed and painted or stained.GMC Pauls has great info.
The boards are easy to assemble. Look at outer edges there bolted to sides and at bottom of wheel housings. The rest of boards are floating and secured by the metal strips.
Are you installing them in your Long Fleet as in your Avatar pic?
Chris

08-23-2004, 11:35 PM	#1
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Assembling a new wood floor bed, have a question.... I have seen a book in a few parts catalogs, looks like a GM booklet titled "Bed Installation Book". Does this book deal with assembling a new wood floor bed? I am building a new bed from all new parts, and could use any help I can find for assembly instructions. Thanks! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

08-24-2004, 08:38 AM	#2
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	If it is the book that is around the $4 range, it is useless IMO. I got one and all I learned is when they started installing them, what type of wood was used, what they were treated with, etc....nothing like "install this board last and it will be easier", or "the grooves are this dimension by that dimension". It deals with mostly historical facts more aimed at the die-hard restorer. That is just my opinion. I wish I had saved that $4 for a burger combo. Attached Images __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

08-24-2004, 09:34 AM	#3
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Between the people on this board, and the help of GMC paul's site( http://www.gmcpauls.com/47-72%20BedWood%20Info.htm ) you should have all the info you need. __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

08-24-2004, 10:10 AM	#4
8door Not too old to learn Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 617	Like everything else about restoration, prep is very thing. If you got a new kit the wood needs to be sealed and painted or stained.GMC Pauls has great info. The boards are easy to assemble. Look at outer edges there bolted to sides and at bottom of wheel housings. The rest of boards are floating and secured by the metal strips. Are you installing them in your Long Fleet as in your Avatar pic? Chris __________________ 1968 C10 a way to long restoration.



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