67-72 step fenders on a 73-87 step side bed - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

bumtruck · 03-22-2004, 01:39 AM

does anyone know if you can put 67-72 step side fenders on a 73-87 step side bed?looking to get a buddies old step side bed off his 78 c-10 and want to put 67-72 fiberglass steps from unlimited products.does anyone know what kind if any mods would have to be done?the fiberglass steps are supposed to bolt right up.all help needed.thanks

Longhorn Man · 03-22-2004, 02:50 AM

you'll probably have to drill a few holes, but they'll go on and look right if you place them correctly.

pphatbasstard · 03-22-2004, 02:53 AM

Im interested to see how that looks in the end. Does anyone have a pic of that?

67cst · 03-22-2004, 04:42 AM

i have a pic kinda, these fenders are on 60-66 bedsides, we drilled new holes and welded up the old ones, the reason why we went this route is because these sides were straight as an arrow and the 67 box sides were thrashed

MOTHERTRUCKERS · 03-22-2004, 08:39 AM

If i remember right a few of the crossmembers will need to be moved and you have to fab where the step bolts on also on 73 and newer beds.

JimKshortstep4x4 · 03-22-2004, 09:48 AM

The front stake pockets are shorter on the 73 and up beds. (Shorter than the 67-72 beds).

Jim

krue · 03-22-2004, 01:34 PM

Talk to Palf70step. He is in the middle of doing the same thing.

**Palf70Step** · 03-22-2004, 03:32 PM

OK This is what I have been/am going through on this. I'm using an 84 bed with my 70. beds are same dimension physically, however you do need some mods.

You'll need to redrill all mounting holes, and fill in the old fenders holes. You'll also have a few extra holes to fill because of the bed wiring.

You will also have to grind off the step lip of the new bed, and if you want to use the original steps, you have to weld in a piece approximately 2" wide across the front side to fill in the gap differences of the steps.

If you are not using the original rear cross sill, you will need to change it out with an original, or at least change the mount points (I did this). The rear mounts are about 1" to 1 1/2" short of meeting the rear frame rail.

I am not finished yet, but it's not too bad especially if your semi OK with a welder (I'm not, still learning).

You can see what I have done so far on my web site to give you an idea

03-22-2004, 01:39 AM	#1
bumtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: paulding,georgia Posts: 12	67-72 step fenders on a 73-87 step side bed does anyone know if you can put 67-72 step side fenders on a 73-87 step side bed?looking to get a buddies old step side bed off his 78 c-10 and want to put 67-72 fiberglass steps from unlimited products.does anyone know what kind if any mods would have to be done?the fiberglass steps are supposed to bolt right up.all help needed.thanks

03-22-2004, 04:42 AM	#4
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,302	i have a pic kinda, these fenders are on 60-66 bedsides, we drilled new holes and welded up the old ones, the reason why we went this route is because these sides were straight as an arrow and the 67 box sides were thrashed Attached Images __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724

03-22-2004, 08:39 AM	#5
MOTHERTRUCKERS Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: BRADENTON FLA Posts: 3,269	If i remember right a few of the crossmembers will need to be moved and you have to fab where the step bolts on also on 73 and newer beds. __________________ Rest in Peace Ed. Thanks for all the good times.

03-22-2004, 01:34 PM	#7
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Talk to Palf70step. He is in the middle of doing the same thing. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

03-22-2004, 03:32 PM	#8
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	OK This is what I have been/am going through on this. I'm using an 84 bed with my 70. beds are same dimension physically, however you do need some mods. You'll need to redrill all mounting holes, and fill in the old fenders holes. You'll also have a few extra holes to fill because of the bed wiring. You will also have to grind off the step lip of the new bed, and if you want to use the original steps, you have to weld in a piece approximately 2" wide across the front side to fill in the gap differences of the steps. If you are not using the original rear cross sill, you will need to change it out with an original, or at least change the mount points (I did this). The rear mounts are about 1" to 1 1/2" short of meeting the rear frame rail. I am not finished yet, but it's not too bad especially if your semi OK with a welder (I'm not, still learning). You can see what I have done so far on my web site to give you an idea __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

03-22-2004, 02:50 AM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	you'll probably have to drill a few holes, but they'll go on and look right if you place them correctly.

03-22-2004, 02:53 AM	#3
pphatbasstard Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 166	Im interested to see how that looks in the end. Does anyone have a pic of that?

03-22-2004, 09:48 AM	#6
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	The front stake pockets are shorter on the 73 and up beds. (Shorter than the 67-72 beds). Jim



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