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67chev · 07-13-2004, 05:13 PM

What is the best bed cover out there for the money? I know there was a couple of companies thrown around in different threads, but can't seem to find what I am looking for.

Bill72BB · 07-13-2004, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 67chev

What is the best bed cover out there for the money? I know there was a couple of companies thrown around in different threads, but can't seem to find what I am looking for.

I Love my Gaylord , got it direct from Gaylord it was a shipping return .

67chev · 07-13-2004, 07:18 PM

I hear Gaylord is a good way to go. I remember hearing of a place out of Tenn. that had good lids, and even better prices. Has anyone heard of "craftec" lids?

truck69 · 07-14-2004, 06:52 AM

I was looking around at Gaylord too for my 69 Chevy Camper Custom 3/4 ton. WHen I called them they said they do not have anything that would fit my truck. SO I just stopped looking there.

Truck69

71swb4x4 · 07-14-2004, 07:47 AM

They have 67-72 lids, whoever you talked to must have been yanking you.
I saw a Gaylord on a truck in Indy last weekend and it was very nice.
http://www.gaylordslids.com/applic_t...p#anchor889337

4oldcars · 07-14-2004, 08:11 AM

I got Checkmate to make me a fiberglass cover many years ago. I have filled stake pocket holes and the cover lays flat. You don't even see it from the side. It is still on my truck and in great condition. They must have kept my measurements. I see them advertised in truck magazines all the time. Good cover. Cheap!

67chev · 07-14-2004, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by 4oldcars

I got Checkmate to make me a fiberglass cover many years ago. I have filled stake pocket holes and the cover lays flat. You don't even see it from the side. It is still on my truck and in great condition. They must have kept my measurements. I see them advertised in truck magazines all the time. Good cover. Cheap!

How does this fit on the truck? Does it fit inside the bed? Lay on top of the rails? Or does it roll over the sides like the Gaylord's? Any idea on price?

4oldcars · 07-15-2004, 08:30 AM

Piano hinge across the front. "T" mold trim around the edge. Approx 1" - 1 1/2' thick. Lightweight. Came with locks, but I never put them on. Checkmate is in Kentucky - I think. (crs syndrome) Cost was abot $300 ???????

Blue Beard · 07-14-2004, 08:57 AM

The Gaylord lid rolls over the side of the bed and the tailgate, locks down tight.

Bought one for my 70 Chev 1/2 ton.

71swb4x4 · 07-15-2004, 01:51 PM

I just found a place on the web selling the Gaylord lids for our trucks for $800

. I didn't think they would be that much. Does that seem right to any of you who have bought one?
Shawn

67chev · 07-15-2004, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 71swb4x4

I just found a place on the web selling the Gaylord lids for our trucks for $800

. I didn't think they would be that much. Does that seem right to any of you who have bought one?
Shawn

I located a place called Autobahn Wholesale that sells the Gaylord lids for $710, for a short/fleet. Not sure if all sizes are this price or not. They are located in North Carolina, and I think they have offices in other states as well. Their number is 1-800-555-9207 if anyone wants to give them a call. I spoke with a guy named Gene, sounded like he knew what he was talking about, and the price is a little better than from other Gaylords distributors. I am still trying to decide what cover I want to go with, but if I decide Gaylord, this will be who I call.

67chev · 07-15-2004, 02:10 PM

Bill72BB, beautiful truck! I like the color combo, and that lid looks great! I am still trying to decide which one I want to go with...but Gaylord is at the top of the list!! Thanks for the pic!

07-13-2004, 05:13 PM	#1
67chev Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 458	Best Bed Cover What is the best bed cover out there for the money? I know there was a couple of companies thrown around in different threads, but can't seem to find what I am looking for. __________________ "SicStee8" Chevy SWB Fleetside, in progress...500 HP 383 w/TriPower, 700r4, 3.73's, Lowered, Shaved Driprail/sidemarkers/handles/ant, Gonna rock!! '96 Chevy Tahoe 4X4 '84 Chevy C/K10 4X4 (FOR SALE)

07-13-2004, 07:18 PM	#3
67chev Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 458	I hear Gaylord is a good way to go. I remember hearing of a place out of Tenn. that had good lids, and even better prices. Has anyone heard of "craftec" lids? __________________ "SicStee8" Chevy SWB Fleetside, in progress...500 HP 383 w/TriPower, 700r4, 3.73's, Lowered, Shaved Driprail/sidemarkers/handles/ant, Gonna rock!! '96 Chevy Tahoe 4X4 '84 Chevy C/K10 4X4 (FOR SALE)

07-14-2004, 07:47 AM	#5
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	They have 67-72 lids, whoever you talked to must have been yanking you. I saw a Gaylord on a truck in Indy last weekend and it was very nice. http://www.gaylordslids.com/applic_t...p#anchor889337 __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

07-14-2004, 08:11 AM	#6
4oldcars Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: On The Beach, S C Posts: 613	I got Checkmate to make me a fiberglass cover many years ago. I have filled stake pocket holes and the cover lays flat. You don't even see it from the side. It is still on my truck and in great condition. They must have kept my measurements. I see them advertised in truck magazines all the time. Good cover. Cheap! __________________ 4oldcars Driving: 1971 Jimmy w/68 Chev front clip, 1953 Bel Air 2 dr hdtp, 1996 Roadmaster wagon, 2000 Eldorado The ones I let go: 1931 2 dr sedan, 1935 pick up, 1938 2 dr sedan, 1962 SS 454, 1963 409 wagon, 1970 short bed, 1972 short bed, 1972 sub, 1976 short bed, 1986 long bed, 03 short bed

07-15-2004, 08:30 AM	#8
4oldcars Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: On The Beach, S C Posts: 613	Piano hinge across the front. "T" mold trim around the edge. Approx 1" - 1 1/2' thick. Lightweight. Came with locks, but I never put them on. Checkmate is in Kentucky - I think. (crs syndrome) Cost was abot $300 ??????? __________________ 4oldcars Driving: 1971 Jimmy w/68 Chev front clip, 1953 Bel Air 2 dr hdtp, 1996 Roadmaster wagon, 2000 Eldorado The ones I let go: 1931 2 dr sedan, 1935 pick up, 1938 2 dr sedan, 1962 SS 454, 1963 409 wagon, 1970 short bed, 1972 short bed, 1972 sub, 1976 short bed, 1986 long bed, 03 short bed

07-14-2004, 06:52 AM	#4
truck69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 323	I was looking around at Gaylord too for my 69 Chevy Camper Custom 3/4 ton. WHen I called them they said they do not have anything that would fit my truck. SO I just stopped looking there. Truck69

07-14-2004, 08:57 AM	#9
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	The Gaylord lid rolls over the side of the bed and the tailgate, locks down tight. Bought one for my 70 Chev 1/2 ton. __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

07-15-2004, 01:51 PM	#10
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	I just found a place on the web selling the Gaylord lids for our trucks for $800 . I didn't think they would be that much. Does that seem right to any of you who have bought one? Shawn __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

07-15-2004, 02:10 PM	#12
67chev Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 458	Bill72BB, beautiful truck! I like the color combo, and that lid looks great! I am still trying to decide which one I want to go with...but Gaylord is at the top of the list!! Thanks for the pic! __________________ "SicStee8" Chevy SWB Fleetside, in progress...500 HP 383 w/TriPower, 700r4, 3.73's, Lowered, Shaved Driprail/sidemarkers/handles/ant, Gonna rock!! '96 Chevy Tahoe 4X4 '84 Chevy C/K10 4X4 (FOR SALE)



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