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staggerd86c-10 · 04-07-2010, 09:29 PM

post some pics of your bed cover, whatever you used hard or soft, bought or made. Im really looking for a cover for my truck or just make one but i want to know how you guys took care of this step in your truck.

87chevy.com · 04-07-2010, 11:01 PM

im trying to find time to make mine... I made one for my 01 silverado stepside and it turned out awesome. Simple too, 1x2 wood frame, support in the middle, thin wood pressboard, some padding material and some marine grade vinyl. Ive got the material to do my 87 fleet side, but I always seem to do other stuff.. hopefully this weekend I can find some time.
clint

bigwheel15 · 04-07-2010, 11:17 PM

You guys got any ideas on how to make it waterproof, as in keeping water out of the bed?

hotrod_991 · 04-08-2010, 01:35 AM

with a home made cover you could make it flush mount just inside the bed rails then run a rubber seal along the rail. would be lil harder to push down to close but would keep the water out

joe1982 · 04-08-2010, 07:11 AM

Pics??

bigarmzz · 04-08-2010, 08:52 AM

www.checkerpro.com

Restrorob · 04-08-2010, 06:30 PM

Here's a paste of a post I made 1 1/2 months ago;

Extang has them for long and short 73/87's, I bought their Tuff Tonno Snapless Style for my 97 and luv it. No matter what brand you end up purchasing invest in Extang's Tonno Tonic to keep it looking good, It's much much better than Armorall and won't run down the paint/streak when it gets wet.

I found out the hard way, Got in a little drizzle going to a show, When I got there I had to wipe down my whole bed and re-wax. Not something you want to deal with at a show.

HERE'S where I bought it.

Pics are in my sig below......

bigdnew · 04-08-2010, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Restrorob

Here's a paste of a post I made 1 1/2 months ago;

Extang has them for long and short 73/87's, I bought their Tuff Tonno Snapless Style for my 97 and luv it. No matter what brand you end up purchasing invest in Extang's Tonno Tonic to keep it looking good, It's much much better than Armorall and won't run down the paint/streak when it gets wet.

I found out the hard way, Got in a little drizzle going to a show, When I got there I had to wipe down my whole bed and re-wax. Not something you want to deal with at a show.

HERE'S where I bought it.

Pics are in my sig below......

i like that price, the checker is way out of budget. i called and it runs shipped to your door, $625.00

3r!c84 · 04-08-2010, 07:56 PM

will one fit with that toolbox you got?

if not ill trade you a cover for the box

87chevy.com · 04-08-2010, 08:00 PM

man i got a tool box sitting behind the house... just sits there....

XtremeBowtie · 04-08-2010, 08:21 PM

I have a Gaylord's X2000 on my S10. Only cost an extra $170 to get it painted to match. I couldn't buy paint and materials for that cheap. Pics in link of signature...

bigarmzz · 04-08-2010, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by bigdnew

i like that price, the checker is way out of budget. i called and it runs shipped to your door, $625.00

well, you can get it in black or white..as long as your truck is black or white, ya got it made

Restrorob · 04-08-2010, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigdnew

i like that price, the checker is way out of budget. i called and it runs shipped to your door, $625.00

When I was ready to buy mine I spent a few hours on-line looking for the best price (we're all on a budget right ?), That place was the best and shipping was pretty quick as well.....

flamingbig10 · 04-08-2010, 10:14 PM

I have a lebra on mine

staggerd86c-10 · 04-08-2010, 10:23 PM

i want to make a flush mount to sit inside the bed rails but the ones i do find sit about 3/4" above the bedsides which i think will look too weird.

bigarmzz · 04-09-2010, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by staggerd86c-10

i want to make a flush mount to sit inside the bed rails but the ones i do find sit about 3/4" above the bedsides which i think will look too weird.

thats what i liked about the checker pro tonneau cover, it actually sit "in" the bed, and was flush across

you can see it alittle better in this pic

staggerd86c-10 · 04-09-2010, 07:33 AM

yeah i like the way the checkmate fits the only thing i would like is one that will roll up and also fit like that. am i asking for to much? Thats why i was considering making one to just use temporarily till i find what i want i would hate to spend 400+ and not get exactly what i want, i saw on their website they make a tonneau but it doesnt show a picture.

freonfreak · 03-01-2015, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigarmzz

thats what i liked about the checker pro tonneau cover, it actually sit "in" the bed, and was flush across

you can see it alittle better in this pic

Where did you buy that cover? Looks really nice. .....

UKNOWME · 03-01-2015, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freonfreak

Where did you buy that cover? Looks really nice. .....

They don't make them anymore. Just parts.

freonfreak · 03-01-2015, 03:49 PM

Any ideas how to make one?

UKNOWME · 03-01-2015, 05:02 PM

I did find this though
http://stslids.com/index.htm

04-07-2010, 09:29 PM	#1
staggerd86c-10 Squarebody Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 713	bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please post some pics of your bed cover, whatever you used hard or soft, bought or made. Im really looking for a cover for my truck or just make one but i want to know how you guys took care of this step in your truck.

04-07-2010, 11:01 PM	#2
87chevy.com BMW & ASE Master Certified Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,266	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please im trying to find time to make mine... I made one for my 01 silverado stepside and it turned out awesome. Simple too, 1x2 wood frame, support in the middle, thin wood pressboard, some padding material and some marine grade vinyl. Ive got the material to do my 87 fleet side, but I always seem to do other stuff.. hopefully this weekend I can find some time. clint __________________ 1987 Silverado - L83 5.3 w/ 6L80e ,A/C,P/W,P/L,TILT, HID projectors, Wilwood C-10 Pro Spindles w/ 2018 silverado front brakes & C-5 Corvette Rear Disc Brakes 1999 BMW 528i - 5.7 LS1 w/ 4l60e, Ford 8.8 IRS w31 spline posi & FX-r projector retrofit New project: 2006 BMW x5 6cyl AWD to L83 6l80e 4wd to 2WD / RWD A poor man buy's it twice finally got my domain name back, 87chevy.com.... site rework in progress

04-07-2010, 11:17 PM	#3
bigwheel15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 727	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please You guys got any ideas on how to make it waterproof, as in keeping water out of the bed?

04-08-2010, 01:35 AM	#4
hotrod_991 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Thibodaux, LA Posts: 479	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please with a home made cover you could make it flush mount just inside the bed rails then run a rubber seal along the rail. would be lil harder to push down to close but would keep the water out __________________ "Buckle up I wanna try somethin!!" "of course it will hold!, I welded it!" 1977 c10 under knife for full rebuild, 5.3l 4l60e drive rain swap, replacement frame and green repaint

04-08-2010, 07:11 AM	#5
joe1982 .. !WAR FEDOR! .. Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Oceanside Ca Posts: 546	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please Pics?? __________________ "san diego chargers #1"

04-08-2010, 08:52 AM	#6
bigarmzz Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Elkins, West Virginia Posts: 2,542	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please www.checkerpro.com __________________ 1987 350 TBI lowered 5/7

04-08-2010, 06:30 PM	#7
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please Here's a paste of a post I made 1 1/2 months ago; Extang has them for long and short 73/87's, I bought their Tuff Tonno Snapless Style for my 97 and luv it. No matter what brand you end up purchasing invest in Extang's Tonno Tonic to keep it looking good, It's much much better than Armorall and won't run down the paint/streak when it gets wet. I found out the hard way, Got in a little drizzle going to a show, When I got there I had to wipe down my whole bed and re-wax. Not something you want to deal with at a show. HERE'S where I bought it. Pics are in my sig below...... __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!* Last edited by Restrorob; 04-08-2010 at 06:31 PM.

04-08-2010, 07:56 PM	#9
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please will one fit with that toolbox you got? if not ill trade you a cover for the box __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

04-08-2010, 08:00 PM	#10
87chevy.com BMW & ASE Master Certified Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,266	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please man i got a tool box sitting behind the house... just sits there.... __________________ 1987 Silverado - L83 5.3 w/ 6L80e ,A/C,P/W,P/L,TILT, HID projectors, Wilwood C-10 Pro Spindles w/ 2018 silverado front brakes & C-5 Corvette Rear Disc Brakes 1999 BMW 528i - 5.7 LS1 w/ 4l60e, Ford 8.8 IRS w31 spline posi & FX-r projector retrofit New project: 2006 BMW x5 6cyl AWD to L83 6l80e 4wd to 2WD / RWD A poor man buy's it twice finally got my domain name back, 87chevy.com.... site rework in progress

04-08-2010, 08:21 PM	#11
XtremeBowtie Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Western, NC Posts: 193	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please I have a Gaylord's X2000 on my S10. Only cost an extra $170 to get it painted to match. I couldn't buy paint and materials for that cheap. Pics in link of signature... __________________ First and Foremost: Thank you God for my Salvation! I pray that others will seek your Son, Jesus Christ! https://instagram.com/xtremebowtie My 63 Double Dropmember Build "Project Sub-Zero": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...42#post5050342 My 2013 Camaro 1LE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxa...wL5d6RnmfdJa1A 86 C10 "Build Thread”: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=668777 Last edited by XtremeBowtie; 04-08-2010 at 08:22 PM.

04-08-2010, 10:14 PM	#14
flamingbig10 6.0 powered square Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mesquite texas Posts: 3,459	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please I have a lebra on mine __________________ Aaron 1980 c-10 short bed lowered, cammed 6.0, 4l80e 3600 stall, smp tune, wilwoods, and flames best time so far best et 7.86 @87 on motor 7.57 90 on a 75 shot Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283326

04-08-2010, 10:23 PM	#15
staggerd86c-10 Squarebody Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 713	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please i want to make a flush mount to sit inside the bed rails but the ones i do find sit about 3/4" above the bedsides which i think will look too weird.

04-09-2010, 07:33 AM	#17
staggerd86c-10 Squarebody Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 713	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please yeah i like the way the checkmate fits the only thing i would like is one that will roll up and also fit like that. am i asking for to much? Thats why i was considering making one to just use temporarily till i find what i want i would hate to spend 400+ and not get exactly what i want, i saw on their website they make a tonneau but it doesnt show a picture.

03-01-2015, 03:49 PM	#20
freonfreak Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Eagle Pass ,Texas Posts: 13	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please Any ideas how to make one?

03-01-2015, 05:02 PM	#21
UKNOWME Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Clovis, NM Posts: 2,705	Re: bed covers, who, what, where, how....pics please I did find this though http://stslids.com/index.htm __________________ 2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU



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