Stepside fender gaskets? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

54belair · 10-10-2013, 08:14 PM

My stepside had the remnants of gaskets/weatherstrips between the fender and bedside when I took her apart. Sometime within the last two years of my build Ive seen someone sell them. Now that I want them I cant find them or even any indication that they exist.
Ive talked to some other guys (with steppers) and they are divided on whether or not they exist.

Sooo, All you stepsiders, Do the gaskets(?) exist or not? If so,---who's the lucky company thats going to get my money?!

sboris · 10-10-2013, 09:20 PM

When I took mine apart, it also had remnants of some sort of gasket. When I put it back together, I used something called fender welt. I know they used it on older trucks, but don't know if its correct for our trucks. But worked great.

**Tim Christian** · 10-10-2013, 09:40 PM

Mine had a putty like stuff when I took it apart 22K actual miles 1 owner. I put windshield setting tape/rope made by 3M between them when I put it back together.

sboris · 10-10-2013, 09:45 PM

^^ good idea

54belair · 10-11-2013, 04:48 PM

Im thinking that I might drop by the local chevy dealer (body shop) and see if they have anyone around---with enough age (!) to know what they did----or what exactly the "putty" might be.

I have used the actual fender welting on a 40's resto once------keyword here is Once!
Man that stuff was tuff working with to get the correct reveal throughout the run. In this case, I dont believe I want a reveal.

72bowtiestepper · 10-11-2013, 04:52 PM

Classic Parts of America sells the fender welt in 3 colors....page 43 in their catalog.....just wanted you to know.

72bowtiestepper · 10-11-2013, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim Christian

Mine had a putty like stuff when I took it apart 22K actual miles 1 owner. I put windshield setting tape/rope made by 3M between them when I put it back together.

That is a BEAUTIFUL stepper you have there ! What are the tail lights from...they look awesome .

**leddzepp** · 10-11-2013, 05:09 PM

I believe Brothers has it on sale until the end of the month.

54belair · 10-11-2013, 08:13 PM

I took the time to look thru the factory assembly manual (man, they missed a good opportunity to add an index to that thing), anyway, I found the drawing that shows the stepside fender--and it refers to using a "plastic seam cement", nothing more--

BugzC10 · 10-11-2013, 10:11 PM

Ecklers sells fender welt
http://www.ecklerstrucks.com/chevy-t...1947-1972.html

Brothers Welt
http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=FW5972B

**Tim Christian** · 10-11-2013, 11:24 PM

They did not come with the fender welt through 67-72 No offense to anyone but I personally don't like the way fender welt looks.

72bowtiesteper, The tail lights are 55-59 step side.

54belair · 10-12-2013, 03:24 PM

Tim Christian,

I looked into the windshield setting tape/rope-- Do remember the diameter you used? There seems to be a few diff. diameters. I assume you are satisfied with the results?

Love your truck, by the way!! lol

**Tim Christian** · 10-12-2013, 09:12 PM

Yes I used the 1/4 I think I remember the 3/8 being to thick. I put it on the fender before installing and smashed it semi flat. Been a few years back and don't remember like I use to! LOL!

54belair · 10-13-2013, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim Christian

Yes I used the 1/4 I think I remember the 3/8 being to thick. I put it on the fender before installing and smashed it semi flat. Been a few years back and don't remember like I use to! LOL!

Man, I can relate to the "dont remember",,, thanks for the info.

54belair · 10-13-2013, 11:51 AM

Just for future reference, in case anyone else has a question about "fender gaskets"!!

The actual product name is: 3M Windo-Weld ribbon sealer #08610 . This is the part number for the 1/4" ribbon. In addition they have 3/8", 5/16" and one the is 1/8 x 1/4"

The product can be found at Oriellys or Napa--and Im sure other auto parts stores.
Price is between $14 and $19. for a 15' roll

Hope this info helps someone else,, (thanks Tim for the direction)

**bigsnookmaster** · 10-13-2013, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim Christian

They did not come with the fender welt through 67-72 No offense to anyone but I personally don't like the way fender welt looks.

72bowtiesteper, The tail lights are 55-59 step side.

X-2 on the welt. Just my opinion. I didn't use any sealer, but my fenders were extremely flat where they sealed to the bed. 3M ribbon seal is what I would use, and make sure it doesn't stick out

1969stepside · 10-14-2013, 01:17 AM

i got the fender welt will it work?

Dano69c10 · 10-14-2013, 10:21 AM

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54belair · 10-14-2013, 10:55 AM

Im sure the fender welt Will work. But remember, it will have a bead revealed at the top.

I believe this was the correct method for trucks in the 50's. I was talking to a friend of mine the other day and mentioned to him that I was looking for--somethng to use, his reply was to simply use the thick rubber electrical insulating tape. Cheap and easy to find, stays pliable ??

1969stepside · 10-14-2013, 10:08 PM

anyone got a pic of the fender welt installed?

10-10-2013, 08:14 PM	#1
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Stepside fender gaskets? My stepside had the remnants of gaskets/weatherstrips between the fender and bedside when I took her apart. Sometime within the last two years of my build Ive seen someone sell them. Now that I want them I cant find them or even any indication that they exist. Ive talked to some other guys (with steppers) and they are divided on whether or not they exist. Sooo, All you stepsiders, Do the gaskets(?) exist or not? If so,---who's the lucky company thats going to get my money?! __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

10-10-2013, 09:20 PM	#2
sboris Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Osceola, Ia Posts: 2,017	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? When I took mine apart, it also had remnants of some sort of gasket. When I put it back together, I used something called fender welt. I know they used it on older trucks, but don't know if its correct for our trucks. But worked great. __________________ Shawn 68 chevy K/20 05 chevy 3/4 4x4 71 short step-sold 71 chevy Beauville van My build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=633039

10-10-2013, 09:40 PM	#3
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,388	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? Mine had a putty like stuff when I took it apart 22K actual miles 1 owner. I put windshield setting tape/rope made by 3M between them when I put it back together.

10-10-2013, 09:45 PM	#4
sboris Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Osceola, Ia Posts: 2,017	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? ^^ good idea __________________ Shawn 68 chevy K/20 05 chevy 3/4 4x4 71 short step-sold 71 chevy Beauville van My build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=633039

10-11-2013, 04:48 PM	#5
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? Im thinking that I might drop by the local chevy dealer (body shop) and see if they have anyone around---with enough age (!) to know what they did----or what exactly the "putty" might be. I have used the actual fender welting on a 40's resto once------keyword here is Once! Man that stuff was tuff working with to get the correct reveal throughout the run. In this case, I dont believe I want a reveal. __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

10-11-2013, 04:52 PM	#6
72bowtiestepper Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Northwest NJ Posts: 684	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? Classic Parts of America sells the fender welt in 3 colors....page 43 in their catalog.....just wanted you to know.

10-11-2013, 05:09 PM	#8
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,058	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? I believe Brothers has it on sale until the end of the month. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

10-11-2013, 08:13 PM	#9
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? I took the time to look thru the factory assembly manual (man, they missed a good opportunity to add an index to that thing), anyway, I found the drawing that shows the stepside fender--and it refers to using a "plastic seam cement", nothing more-- __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

10-11-2013, 10:11 PM	#10
BugzC10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Rose Hill Kansas Posts: 1,351	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? Ecklers sells fender welt http://www.ecklerstrucks.com/chevy-t...1947-1972.html Brothers Welt http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=FW5972B __________________ 1970 C10 Short Stepper with 71/72 front clip. Last edited by BugzC10; 10-11-2013 at 10:27 PM.

10-11-2013, 11:24 PM	#11
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,388	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? They did not come with the fender welt through 67-72 No offense to anyone but I personally don't like the way fender welt looks. 72bowtiesteper, The tail lights are 55-59 step side.

10-12-2013, 03:24 PM	#12
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? Tim Christian, I looked into the windshield setting tape/rope-- Do remember the diameter you used? There seems to be a few diff. diameters. I assume you are satisfied with the results? Love your truck, by the way!! lol __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

10-12-2013, 09:12 PM	#13
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,388	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? Yes I used the 1/4 I think I remember the 3/8 being to thick. I put it on the fender before installing and smashed it semi flat. Been a few years back and don't remember like I use to! LOL!

10-13-2013, 11:51 AM	#15
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? Just for future reference, in case anyone else has a question about "fender gaskets"!! The actual product name is: 3M Windo-Weld ribbon sealer #08610 . This is the part number for the 1/4" ribbon. In addition they have 3/8", 5/16" and one the is 1/8 x 1/4" The product can be found at Oriellys or Napa--and Im sure other auto parts stores. Price is between $14 and $19. for a 15' roll Hope this info helps someone else,, (thanks Tim for the direction) __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

10-14-2013, 01:17 AM	#17
1969stepside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Johnson City Tennessee Posts: 1,208	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? i got the fender welt will it work? __________________ Greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for a friend. Members i Have met Earl Slick68 1969 Stepside Build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4253546 Chevy Trucks the longest lasting most dependable trucks on the road

10-14-2013, 10:21 AM	#18
Dano69c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ontario, Kali Posts: 2,427	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? subsribed: __________________ '69 Fleet It ain't yours, if you didn't build it!



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10-14-2013, 10:55 AM	#19
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? Im sure the fender welt Will work. But remember, it will have a bead revealed at the top. I believe this was the correct method for trucks in the 50's. I was talking to a friend of mine the other day and mentioned to him that I was looking for--somethng to use, his reply was to simply use the thick rubber electrical insulating tape. Cheap and easy to find, stays pliable ?? __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030

10-14-2013, 10:08 PM	#20
1969stepside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Johnson City Tennessee Posts: 1,208	Re: Stepside fender gaskets? anyone got a pic of the fender welt installed? __________________ Greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for a friend. Members i Have met Earl Slick68 1969 Stepside Build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4253546 Chevy Trucks the longest lasting most dependable trucks on the road

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