sidemarkers did you know - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

travis.vaughan · 10-07-2010, 12:53 AM

up to 1995 chevy van side marker lights fit our trucks exactly like the originals. you can still buy them new at gm or used at salvage yards. they make a real nice upgrade.

faribran · 10-07-2010, 02:02 AM

this is good info.. thanks for sharing

sanford66 · 10-07-2010, 02:06 AM

The guy across the street has one of those vans. I wonder if he would notice if they were missing? [just kidding] Thanks for the info. Joseph

oldblue1968chevy · 10-07-2010, 08:00 AM

deluxe or standard? thanksfor sharing this info..

jasons · 10-07-2010, 08:28 AM

I have a set on my Blazer. I think they fit better than the originals. The edges are tapered and meet the sheet metal smoothly. The picture doesn't show them very well but it is the only one I have. The Blazer has junkyard marker lights from a early 90's van and the truck has the standard marker lights.

mcmlxix · 10-07-2010, 09:32 AM

good info... I just ordered some LED lights from abig rig truck shop... not exactly sure how they'll fit but I'll post pics when I get them on the K5.

Ronnny · 10-07-2010, 09:53 AM

Thanks i was wanting to buy a couple for the truck i just got. Will be easier to find at the pull a part yard. Thanks

big_al_71 · 10-07-2010, 10:26 AM

I have had mine on there for about two years, I agree they are so much better looking.

camrycurt · 10-07-2010, 12:07 PM

Can someone post a close-up picture of the lenses so I can see how they look?

And by sidemarkers we're talking about both the amber lens on the front side fender and the red lens on the side of the bed, correct?

Thanks!

big_al_71 · 10-07-2010, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camrycurt

Can someone post a close-up picture of the lenses so I can see how they look?

And by sidemarkers we're talking about both the amber lens on the front side fender and the red lens on the side of the bed, correct?

Thanks!

yes

YBNORML · 10-07-2010, 03:10 PM

I have them on my blazer as well.
Much cleaner than original.
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ERASER5 · 10-07-2010, 03:33 PM

That does look better, and no worries about chrome rings popping off.

SweetandLong68 · 10-07-2010, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by big_al_71

yes

Looks good Big Al. What year model are we talkin? What model vehicle so I make sure I am getting the right stuff!

thanks
CHRIS

jondancer · 10-07-2010, 09:30 PM

do they come in red and orange?

big_al_71 · 10-07-2010, 10:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SweetandLong68

Looks good Big Al. What year model are we talkin? What model vehicle so I make sure I am getting the right stuff!

thanks
CHRIS

Chris mine are from a 1990 chevy cargo van......

swamp rat · 10-07-2010, 10:26 PM

Maybe this thread should be in the FAQ's section??

jrdv · 10-07-2010, 10:56 PM

I put mine on almost 20 years ago! Definately a good upgrade.

SweetandLong68 · 10-11-2010, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by big_al_71

Chris mine are from a 1990 chevy cargo van......

Thanks Big Al. I will get me some!

lata
CHRIS

*RUSHNBOBO* · 09-06-2011, 07:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrdv

I put mine on almost 20 years ago! Definately a good upgrade.

Best kept secret mod, for 67-72 truck's, they hug the body much better and don't have that ugly ridge around the perimeter as do the truck versions, also look better from the side (no divide line for the reflector/bulb assembly)....just ordered a new set of ambers from Brother's...have em on by Fri. will post pics.

"Truck"...version markers in this pic ie. "ugly"... (maybe that's why I lost this show!!) I'll do a side by side with the new one's this weekend .......

hugger6933 · 09-06-2011, 09:10 PM

I got the "smoothie" lights for my two projects as well. Look really good and fits really good and itis dirt cheap to do and one of the easist thing you can do to change the apperance of our 68's-72's. They came on the vans from about 83-like 97.

flashed · 09-06-2011, 09:56 PM

Be sure to take the proper tools with you to the pull a part as they are not phillips head ,more like torx or something .I was going to get some on my last trip there but didnt have the torx driver to get them.

**70cst** · 09-06-2011, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by swamp rat

Maybe this thread should be in the FAQ's section??

Those are way

Mayo · 09-06-2011, 10:25 PM

I have always liked them too. I run an original set of deluxe markers on my truck because they are my favorite style. My little brother got some repro deluxe and the chrome rings kept falling off, so he was running my original markers until I got a set of these off of a junk van at the gas station I work at and them look so much better.

*RUSHNBOBO* · 09-06-2011, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flashed

Be sure to take the proper tools with you to the pull a part as they are not phillips head ,more like torx or something .I was going to get some on my last trip there but didnt have the torx driver to get them.

Don't have to worry about the torx....just get brand new one's from Brother's,...there cheap enough I figured why bother to scour the wrecking yards to find a decent set.

Vintage Windmills · 09-06-2011, 10:35 PM

Still not quite as clean appearing as a 67

10-07-2010, 12:53 AM	#1
travis.vaughan Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: cleburne texas Posts: 35	sidemarkers did you know up to 1995 chevy van side marker lights fit our trucks exactly like the originals. you can still buy them new at gm or used at salvage yards. they make a real nice upgrade. __________________ trv67

10-07-2010, 02:02 AM	#2
faribran Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: AL Posts: 1,828	Re: sidemarkers did you know this is good info.. thanks for sharing __________________ "

10-07-2010, 02:06 AM	#3
sanford66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Everest Ks Posts: 749	Re: sidemarkers did you know The guy across the street has one of those vans. I wonder if he would notice if they were missing? [just kidding] Thanks for the info. Joseph __________________ 1970 Chevelle Nomad station wagon 1966 C-10 lwb,250-six,granny 4speed 1966 C-10 lwb,factory A/C,Custom Cab 1954 Delray 2-door sedan [rat rod project]

10-07-2010, 08:00 AM	#4
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: sidemarkers did you know deluxe or standard? thanksfor sharing this info.. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

10-07-2010, 08:28 AM	#5
jasons not enough hours in the day Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Axtell, NE Posts: 550	Re: sidemarkers did you know I have a set on my Blazer. I think they fit better than the originals. The edges are tapered and meet the sheet metal smoothly. The picture doesn't show them very well but it is the only one I have. The Blazer has junkyard marker lights from a early 90's van and the truck has the standard marker lights.

10-07-2010, 09:32 AM	#6
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Re: sidemarkers did you know good info... I just ordered some LED lights from abig rig truck shop... not exactly sure how they'll fit but I'll post pics when I get them on the K5. __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE

10-07-2010, 09:53 AM	#7
Ronnny Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: newnan Posts: 60	Re: sidemarkers did you know Thanks i was wanting to buy a couple for the truck i just got. Will be easier to find at the pull a part yard. Thanks

10-07-2010, 10:26 AM	#8
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: sidemarkers did you know I have had mine on there for about two years, I agree they are so much better looking. Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild Last edited by big_al_71; 10-07-2010 at 10:26 AM.

10-07-2010, 12:07 PM	#9
camrycurt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Leesburg, VA Posts: 420	Re: sidemarkers did you know Can someone post a close-up picture of the lenses so I can see how they look? And by sidemarkers we're talking about both the amber lens on the front side fender and the red lens on the side of the bed, correct? Thanks!

10-07-2010, 03:10 PM	#11
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,844	Re: sidemarkers did you know I have them on my blazer as well. Much cleaner than original. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

10-07-2010, 03:33 PM	#12
ERASER5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,859	Re: sidemarkers did you know That does look better, and no worries about chrome rings popping off. __________________ '70 GMC C1500 LWB Power disc brakes. WooHoo! Posi 6 Lug Dana 60

10-07-2010, 09:30 PM	#14
jondancer Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: central michigan Posts: 1,194	Re: sidemarkers did you know do they come in red and orange?

10-07-2010, 10:26 PM	#16
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: sidemarkers did you know Maybe this thread should be in the FAQ's section?? __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

10-07-2010, 10:56 PM	#17
jrdv Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: new mexico Posts: 948	Re: sidemarkers did you know I put mine on almost 20 years ago! Definately a good upgrade. Attached Images __________________ 1972 3/4T 4x4 Chevrolet (383) 1971 c-10 SWB (400 sb) 1972 4x4 Blazer 1969 SWB 4x4 GMC Projects: 1972 stepside 4x4 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280132 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=285952 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553672 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522704

09-06-2011, 09:10 PM	#20
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,280	Re: sidemarkers did you know I got the "smoothie" lights for my two projects as well. Look really good and fits really good and itis dirt cheap to do and one of the easist thing you can do to change the apperance of our 68's-72's. They came on the vans from about 83-like 97.



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09-06-2011, 09:56 PM	#21
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: sidemarkers did you know Be sure to take the proper tools with you to the pull a part as they are not phillips head ,more like torx or something .I was going to get some on my last trip there but didnt have the torx driver to get them.

09-06-2011, 10:25 PM	#23
Mayo Cool Truck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bowie,MD Posts: 1,869	Re: sidemarkers did you know I have always liked them too. I run an original set of deluxe markers on my truck because they are my favorite style. My little brother got some repro deluxe and the chrome rings kept falling off, so he was running my original markers until I got a set of these off of a junk van at the gas station I work at and them look so much better. __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C20 Longhorn "Cool Truck" 1937 Chevrolet Pickup - Project Looking for a patina'd 68 50th Anniversary longbed

09-06-2011, 10:35 PM	#25
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: sidemarkers did you know Still not quite as clean appearing as a 67 __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

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