Wood Bed, board dimensions etc, questions - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

SouthShore54 · 12-02-2006, 10:24 AM

I am looking to replace my wood bed, does anyone know the dimensions of the groove in the wood for the hold-down strips? I found a web sit that this the board widths so i have that covered.

Thanks, Mike

HuggerCST · 12-02-2006, 10:51 AM

GMCPauls.com, and Mar-K.com both give all of the wood info needed for using their own strips, just don't mix them. I used GMCPaul's info with my aftermarket unknown brand stainless strips, and had to go back and change the widths and depths of the grooves.

Daniel U · 12-02-2006, 01:38 PM

Hey Southshore54, I assume you have a '54. Chevrolet or GMC? The parts are harder to come by(Hood emblem, bed sides, grille, etc.). Let me know if you need any help. I know I'm on the opposite coast here in Cali, but I can keep my eyes open. I'm constantly surfing ebay for our year specific trucks. The chassis is different too, believe it or not???? If you want you can feel free to email me @ dumphy180@hotmail.com If I can help, I will. BTW, What direction are you going with your '54. Mines gonna be a mild custom with as many factory GM parts. Feel free to check out my build thread below.... Daniel U

Baer · 12-02-2006, 02:54 PM

There used to be a webpage , and I lost the link to it. It showed the board patterns for chevy, ford and dodge. It also gave the bed lengths, board widths and so on for every year that had wooden floor beds in it. Like I said I lost the link, but it was on this board where I saw it.

12-02-2006, 10:24 AM	#1
SouthShore54 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NY Posts: 8	Wood Bed, board dimensions etc, questions I am looking to replace my wood bed, does anyone know the dimensions of the groove in the wood for the hold-down strips? I found a web sit that this the board widths so i have that covered. Thanks, Mike

12-02-2006, 10:51 AM	#2
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Re: Wood Bed, board dimensions etc, questions GMCPauls.com, and Mar-K.com both give all of the wood info needed for using their own strips, just don't mix them. I used GMCPaul's info with my aftermarket unknown brand stainless strips, and had to go back and change the widths and depths of the grooves. __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

12-02-2006, 01:38 PM	#3
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Wood Bed, board dimensions etc, questions Hey Southshore54, I assume you have a '54. Chevrolet or GMC? The parts are harder to come by(Hood emblem, bed sides, grille, etc.). Let me know if you need any help. I know I'm on the opposite coast here in Cali, but I can keep my eyes open. I'm constantly surfing ebay for our year specific trucks. The chassis is different too, believe it or not???? If you want you can feel free to email me @ dumphy180@hotmail.com If I can help, I will. BTW, What direction are you going with your '54. Mines gonna be a mild custom with as many factory GM parts. Feel free to check out my build thread below.... Daniel U __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

12-02-2006, 02:54 PM	#4
Baer Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Arkansas Posts: 26	Re: Wood Bed, board dimensions etc, questions There used to be a webpage , and I lost the link to it. It showed the board patterns for chevy, ford and dodge. It also gave the bed lengths, board widths and so on for every year that had wooden floor beds in it. Like I said I lost the link, but it was on this board where I saw it.



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