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andrewpclayton · 04-28-2018, 12:16 PM

I see a few results for full 1967 short bed packages have any of you used one? Any one have Recommendations? Going to be ordering the brothers kit and a bed here’s shortly when my 79 c10 sells.. hopefully this weekend!

Please no “why are you cutting a long bed” questions or comments I’m doing it because it’s awesome looks better sells for more and it’s always been the plan

Problems · 04-28-2018, 03:03 PM

I just purchased one from SOKY classics well not a kit but a complete shortbed in individual pieces. I wanted a wood floor, 16” wheel tubs and the custom sides without stake pockets, but a lettered tailgate. And well that kit doesn’t exist. What I can say so far since the bed is only 3/4 together.

They were great to deal with

I only paid around $300 or so more than a kit and the wide wheel tubs are probably most of that difference.

Everything came very well packed on the pallet with no damage.

All of the pieces seem to be factory thickness and the stampings are crisp.

I have the front panel bedsides and rear sill assembled and everything fit fine.

Overall I am happy with the price and quality.

andrewpclayton · 04-28-2018, 03:10 PM

How much was the freight charge for your order?

Problems · 04-28-2018, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by andrewpclayton

How much was the freight charge for your order?

$355 to Milwaukee residential address

**special-K** · 04-28-2018, 09:09 PM

The closer the vendor the better, for shipping. But SOKY is the vendor side of the manufacturer that makes them (Woodall Ind). The beds come out fantastic. Might have to wallow out a hole or two, but fit and finish is excellent

RTHarvey · 04-28-2018, 09:21 PM

I re-did a short bed once. I wanted to be "stock" so I went with yellow pine and plain steel. I painted the wood on all six sides with tow coats of primer, and three coats of sating black enamel. Even so, the wood didn't hold up all the long Started to show some problems after 3-4 years, and was pretty well shot in 8-10 years. I think Oak would have done better, even though not "original". The metal held up well, but if one is departing from stock with the wood, SS would hold up even better.

RedRider · 04-29-2018, 12:58 AM

You looking to do a steel or wood floor? It’s possible to cut down a steel lwb floor, then all you’ll need is reproduction bedsides.

The Brothers kit is great, just read up on the cab support measurements being about 1/2 inch off. There’s a work-around described somewhere.

andrewpclayton · 04-29-2018, 06:28 PM

Not sure but probably steel.. hadn’t considered cutting the floor I’ll look into that. I need a new front panel new tubs and probably a new tailgate too

**CC69Rat** · 04-29-2018, 10:04 PM

AMD repro bed sides. GM headboard and NOS GM gate. Wood floor bed. Came out really nice, the quality is near factory. Didn't have to adjust holes. The fit is nice thrrough the whole bed.

andrewpclayton · 04-29-2018, 10:06 PM

That looks outstanding

VeryMotley · 04-30-2018, 09:41 AM

Beautiful Truck!! Is that lower molding stock?

gearheadperkins · 04-30-2018, 03:58 PM

here is a local company in Tn that is really good..

http://nsanehotrodz.mybigcommerce.co...it-wood-floor/

andrewpclayton · 04-30-2018, 04:52 PM

GMCPAULS is a reputable company yeah? They have a whole kit for 2100 not sure what shipping to oregon is yet

04-28-2018, 12:16 PM	#1
andrewpclayton Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Eugene Oregon Posts: 128	Full reproduction short bed kits I see a few results for full 1967 short bed packages have any of you used one? Any one have Recommendations? Going to be ordering the brothers kit and a bed here’s shortly when my 79 c10 sells.. hopefully this weekend! Please no “why are you cutting a long bed” questions or comments I’m doing it because it’s awesome looks better sells for more and it’s always been the plan __________________ 1977 SWB (c20 conversion) SBC350 Springfield Oregon Instagram: @nevernotchevy

04-28-2018, 03:03 PM	#2
Problems Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Waterford, Wi Posts: 73	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits I just purchased one from SOKY classics well not a kit but a complete shortbed in individual pieces. I wanted a wood floor, 16” wheel tubs and the custom sides without stake pockets, but a lettered tailgate. And well that kit doesn’t exist. What I can say so far since the bed is only 3/4 together. They were great to deal with I only paid around $300 or so more than a kit and the wide wheel tubs are probably most of that difference. Everything came very well packed on the pallet with no damage. All of the pieces seem to be factory thickness and the stampings are crisp. I have the front panel bedsides and rear sill assembled and everything fit fine. Overall I am happy with the price and quality.

04-28-2018, 03:10 PM	#3
andrewpclayton Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Eugene Oregon Posts: 128	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits How much was the freight charge for your order? __________________ 1977 SWB (c20 conversion) SBC350 Springfield Oregon Instagram: @nevernotchevy

04-28-2018, 09:09 PM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits The closer the vendor the better, for shipping. But SOKY is the vendor side of the manufacturer that makes them (Woodall Ind). The beds come out fantastic. Might have to wallow out a hole or two, but fit and finish is excellent __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

04-28-2018, 09:21 PM	#6
RTHarvey Registered User Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 62	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits I re-did a short bed once. I wanted to be "stock" so I went with yellow pine and plain steel. I painted the wood on all six sides with tow coats of primer, and three coats of sating black enamel. Even so, the wood didn't hold up all the long Started to show some problems after 3-4 years, and was pretty well shot in 8-10 years. I think Oak would have done better, even though not "original". The metal held up well, but if one is departing from stock with the wood, SS would hold up even better.

04-29-2018, 12:58 AM	#7
RedRider Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Poway, CA Posts: 356	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits You looking to do a steel or wood floor? It’s possible to cut down a steel lwb floor, then all you’ll need is reproduction bedsides. The Brothers kit is great, just read up on the cab support measurements being about 1/2 inch off. There’s a work-around described somewhere. __________________ 1970 C-10 "Old Yeller"

04-29-2018, 06:28 PM	#8
andrewpclayton Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Eugene Oregon Posts: 128	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits Not sure but probably steel.. hadn’t considered cutting the floor I’ll look into that. I need a new front panel new tubs and probably a new tailgate too __________________ 1977 SWB (c20 conversion) SBC350 Springfield Oregon Instagram: @nevernotchevy

04-29-2018, 10:04 PM	#9
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,224	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits AMD repro bed sides. GM headboard and NOS GM gate. Wood floor bed. Came out really nice, the quality is near factory. Didn't have to adjust holes. The fit is nice thrrough the whole bed. Attached Images __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

04-29-2018, 10:06 PM	#10
andrewpclayton Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Eugene Oregon Posts: 128	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits That looks outstanding __________________ 1977 SWB (c20 conversion) SBC350 Springfield Oregon Instagram: @nevernotchevy

04-30-2018, 09:41 AM	#11
VeryMotley Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: SACHSE Posts: 6	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits Beautiful Truck!! Is that lower molding stock?

04-30-2018, 03:58 PM	#12
gearheadperkins Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Johnson City, TN Posts: 97	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits here is a local company in Tn that is really good.. http://nsanehotrodz.mybigcommerce.co...it-wood-floor/ __________________ 1972 Chevy C10 400sbc 4sp Matthew 4:19 And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.

04-30-2018, 04:52 PM	#13
andrewpclayton Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Eugene Oregon Posts: 128	Re: Full reproduction short bed kits GMCPAULS is a reputable company yeah? They have a whole kit for 2100 not sure what shipping to oregon is yet __________________ 1977 SWB (c20 conversion) SBC350 Springfield Oregon Instagram: @nevernotchevy



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