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04-17-2011, 09:01 PM | #1 |
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quick question about stepside box...??
Hey guys i had a question i cant find an answer to, i have been searching for a while now...
I have a 76ish stepside box and a 68 pickup.... I like the original wheel wells better.... Can i just buy 68 wheel wells and put them on the 76ish box? Thanks, Blaine |
04-17-2011, 09:05 PM | #2 |
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Re: quick question about stepside box...??
Here is what I did. It's not an exact swap, but it can be made to work (with a welder)
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=123833
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04-17-2011, 09:41 PM | #3 | |
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Re: quick question about stepside box...??
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Thanks for the good writeup and info! |
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04-17-2011, 10:53 PM | #4 |
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Re: quick question about stepside box...??
I set the box i have on it... just looks a little strange to me...
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04-18-2011, 07:16 AM | #5 |
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Re: quick question about stepside box...??
Mar-K has excellent bed sides if you decide to go that route. By the time you modify the bed and have to fill and re-drill the existing holes for the fenders, it might be better to replace with brand new, ready to prime sides, my .02
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04-18-2011, 07:56 AM | #6 |
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Re: quick question about stepside box...??
It can be done but there are differences to address such as the stake pockets, holes, and filler panels on the front sides. I believe that you may want to look into bigsnookmaster's suggestion.
Jim
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04-19-2011, 12:17 AM | #7 |
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Re: quick question about stepside box...??
got to looking at stuff and im gonna do some searching for a fairly decent shape 67-72 short stepside.. Seems like alot of $$$$$$$$ to buy a new box and more hassle than its worth to put the correct fenders on my current box. The tailgate also needs replaced on my current box also...
Thanks for advice/tips guys! |
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