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Old 06-16-2010, 08:53 PM   #10
OrrieG
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Re: 1959 apache fleetside

Looks like a good deal if it drives ok. Can't tell for sure but it looks like it might have 5 lug wheels which would mean front and rear end replacement or conversion. The 8' bed was the one sold the most. 6.5 short and 9' long came in next. I think the 9' was only available in 3/4 and up trucks (8 lug axles). check to make sure the usual rust places are ok or have been fixed right (cab corners, cab floor and steps, front fender light eyebrow and lower brace area, cowl) that is where it can get expensive and time consuming. Also look at the wiring, alot of these have been pretty hacked up over the years. Its easy and not that expensive to rewire these.
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