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VA72C10 · 09-08-2012, 04:12 AM

Figured I'd ask before I buy new and age it

I picked up a nice short bed stepside pickup truck and its' wood is all rotten. Wanting to replace the wood but prefer something aged like the rest of the truck with its' original paint. If you are replacing your bed wood for any 67-72 (I believe really any 60-87?) stepside pickup for new wood and your existing boards aren't rotten, I'm interested. don't throw it away, sell it to me for a reasonable price please...

72freak · 09-08-2012, 07:50 AM

I have some and I was in in Richmond last weekend. Ill check back when I come back in November.

VA72C10 · 09-10-2012, 01:33 AM

Thanks! Too bad I didn't ask sooner

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VA72C10 · 09-18-2012, 12:11 PM

ttt

ultrahd4me · 09-18-2012, 02:04 PM

VA,

If you end up buying new wood, try to find a 84 lumber if you have one in your area. They can order a rustic ceder in standard widths (1x6, 1x8, etc).
The boards are dried and have one smooth side and one rough side with a wonderfull aged look and fill. I just rip and mill them to the correct sizes, and use 3 coats of danish tounge oil and then a good coat of teak oil.

VA72C10 · 09-18-2012, 02:42 PM

Thanks! good tip! I have one local and used to cover all their va/wv stores as a cabinet rep for one of the companies they purchased from

Hoping to find the used stock wood because it's pre-cut

but I have a table saw and router so I can do it if i HAVE to

trying to cut down on the work on this thing...

I'm sure there has to be a guy wanting shiny new bed wood who has decent wood out there....probably a bunch of guys on here who've thrown it out or burned the old wood as kindling...

Rochlow · 09-18-2012, 08:32 PM

I have some from my fleet side. I'd take $100 for it, plus shipping
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VA72C10 · 09-18-2012, 08:39 PM

It's different though, right (board widths, etc)
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Rochlow · 09-18-2012, 09:07 PM

Not sure.. First truck with wood bed for me.
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FL71C10 · 09-18-2012, 11:38 PM

I'm pretty sure the fleetside bed wood kit will work on a stepside. I bought a used set of bed wood from a fleetside and have it in my garage for when I get to that point. If you go on GMC Pauls webiste (I think that's where I saw it), he has the dimensions for each application. You might have an extra board, and of course the short boards left over. The board that is cut around the fenderwell is the only one I am concerned about, but it looks like it will work.

Check it out.

VA72C10 · 09-18-2012, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Rochlow

I have some from my fleet side. I'd take $100 for it, plus shipping
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Got any pics? I honestly was hoping for a little cheaper too since it's throw away for most guys

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tabarcus · 09-19-2012, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

Got any pics? I honestly was hoping for a little cheaper too since it's throw away for most guys

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Johnthan, I used the Markay template and had a local mill shop plane my oak boards to specification. Cost just under $100 for everything, including the oak wood.

**CC69Rat** · 09-19-2012, 08:19 AM

I made my own too, $157 total + my time. (Northern White Oak) GMC Pauls specs, they turned out very nice. Before I paid to ship old wood, I think I'd just have some made up. Maybe do it with the black stuff they used at the factory? It will age nicely for your shop truck.

just sayin, that's what I'd do. It will be expensive to ship due to the lengths.

Rochlow · 09-19-2012, 09:00 AM

I'm just going to keep what I have. Good luck in your search.

VA72C10 · 09-19-2012, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by tabarcus

Johnthan, I used the Markay template and had a local mill shop plane my oak boards to specification. Cost just under $100 for everything, including the oak wood.

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

I made my own too, $157 total + my time. (Northern White Oak) GMC Pauls specs, they turned out very nice. Before I paid to ship old wood, I think I'd just have some made up. Maybe do it with the black stuff they used at the factory? It will age nicely for your shop truck.

just sayin, that's what I'd do. It will be expensive to ship due to the lengths.

What I was planning to do, but was hoping I might find someone local with some nice pre-aged and cut wood

Trying to save a Saturday for something else like....putting a drivetrain in it so it can move under its' own power...

I'll just break out the table saw and go to town on some wood when I get to that point.....unless someone local helps me out before then.

Just so it's out there....I was thinkin 40-60 bucks total depending on how nice the wood is since most guys just throw it out...
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VA72C10 · 09-22-2012, 09:21 PM

Still hoping for a cheap local set

if not, I've figured it won't cost me more than $60....but a full day's work which I'm trying to avoid

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502ms · 09-24-2012, 07:10 PM

Jonathan, I made my own bed wood out of the goodies from Home Depot. If you need specs, I can post that up for you. All said and done, I think it was less than $100 for materials and just my time

midniteblues · 09-24-2012, 08:22 PM

I've been watching here too see what you come up with. and got me thinking

if you really wanted some aged wood try to find somebody in your area that is tearing down a old barn or out building.
I think we both know that buying/milling the wood is no big deal but if its the real patina look your going for this wood

be the way to get it.
I know in the end you'll still have too mill the wood but the strips should cover most of the fresh wood.
i really dont think you''ll be able too find good reuseable bed wood If you do cool but after 40 some years most of them are rotten,around here anyways

another suggestion if its your main goal too have oe bed wood maybe look for a later 80's style stepper the wood might be in better shape but i'm not sure if all the holes/diementions are the same.

whatever you do be carefull of hidden embedded nails/screws they can really put a damper on your productivity

VA72C10 · 09-24-2012, 08:56 PM

Thanks guys for the ideas...

What I'm thinking is guys who have a truck with a 10yr old resto want to redo it again and id get some nice predone wood....I have a lot more to do before I need to do the bed wood....can always use the boards until I find some....
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VA72C10 · 09-26-2012, 03:00 PM

still trying to be lazy and avoid making my own

VA72C10 · 10-24-2012, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

I have some and I was in in Richmond last weekend. Ill check back when I come back in November.

Still coming in november? If so, when? How much for it? And any pics?

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VA72C10 · 10-27-2012, 01:16 AM

ttt

VA72C10 · 10-29-2012, 11:35 PM

still looking...

VA72C10 · 11-01-2012, 11:41 PM

ttt

VA72C10 · 11-03-2012, 02:35 PM

ttt

09-08-2012, 04:12 AM	#1
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Wanted...used bed wood for stepside Figured I'd ask before I buy new and age it I picked up a nice short bed stepside pickup truck and its' wood is all rotten. Wanting to replace the wood but prefer something aged like the rest of the truck with its' original paint. If you are replacing your bed wood for any 67-72 (I believe really any 60-87?) stepside pickup for new wood and your existing boards aren't rotten, I'm interested. don't throw it away, sell it to me for a reasonable price please... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

09-08-2012, 07:50 AM	#2
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside I have some and I was in in Richmond last weekend. Ill check back when I come back in November. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

09-10-2012, 01:33 AM	#3
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside Thanks! Too bad I didn't ask sooner Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

09-18-2012, 12:11 PM	#4
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside ttt __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

09-18-2012, 02:04 PM	#5
ultrahd4me Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Gallatin, Tn Posts: 676	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside VA, If you end up buying new wood, try to find a 84 lumber if you have one in your area. They can order a rustic ceder in standard widths (1x6, 1x8, etc). The boards are dried and have one smooth side and one rough side with a wonderfull aged look and fill. I just rip and mill them to the correct sizes, and use 3 coats of danish tounge oil and then a good coat of teak oil. Attached Images

09-18-2012, 02:42 PM	#6
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside Thanks! good tip! I have one local and used to cover all their va/wv stores as a cabinet rep for one of the companies they purchased from Hoping to find the used stock wood because it's pre-cut but I have a table saw and router so I can do it if i HAVE to trying to cut down on the work on this thing... I'm sure there has to be a guy wanting shiny new bed wood who has decent wood out there....probably a bunch of guys on here who've thrown it out or burned the old wood as kindling... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

09-18-2012, 08:32 PM	#7
Rochlow Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Albans, Vt Posts: 2,520	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside I have some from my fleet side. I'd take $100 for it, plus shipping Posted via Mobile Device

09-18-2012, 08:39 PM	#8
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside It's different though, right (board widths, etc) Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

09-18-2012, 09:07 PM	#9
Rochlow Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Albans, Vt Posts: 2,520	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside Not sure.. First truck with wood bed for me. Posted via Mobile Device

09-18-2012, 11:38 PM	#10
FL71C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 2,508	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside I'm pretty sure the fleetside bed wood kit will work on a stepside. I bought a used set of bed wood from a fleetside and have it in my garage for when I get to that point. If you go on GMC Pauls webiste (I think that's where I saw it), he has the dimensions for each application. You might have an extra board, and of course the short boards left over. The board that is cut around the fenderwell is the only one I am concerned about, but it looks like it will work. Check it out. __________________ 71 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside. LT1 with 4l60E. Just got back from painter, in assembly now.

09-19-2012, 08:19 AM	#13
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside I made my own too, $157 total + my time. (Northern White Oak) GMC Pauls specs, they turned out very nice. Before I paid to ship old wood, I think I'd just have some made up. Maybe do it with the black stuff they used at the factory? It will age nicely for your shop truck. just sayin, that's what I'd do. It will be expensive to ship due to the lengths. __________________ 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)

09-19-2012, 09:00 AM	#14
Rochlow Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Albans, Vt Posts: 2,520	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside I'm just going to keep what I have. Good luck in your search.

09-22-2012, 09:21 PM	#16
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside Still hoping for a cheap local set if not, I've figured it won't cost me more than $60....but a full day's work which I'm trying to avoid Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

09-24-2012, 07:10 PM	#17
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside Jonathan, I made my own bed wood out of the goodies from Home Depot. If you need specs, I can post that up for you. All said and done, I think it was less than $100 for materials and just my time __________________ Best Regards, Leon M. Instagram: @TheDirtyDianah Bagged \| 6.0L LS \| T-56 (6-Speed Manual) \| Turbo Burnout/Rolling Video: Chevy C10 Stepside 6.0L LSx & 6-Speed Manual

09-24-2012, 08:22 PM	#18
midniteblues Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: strausstown pa Posts: 3,394	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside I've been watching here too see what you come up with. and got me thinking if you really wanted some aged wood try to find somebody in your area that is tearing down a old barn or out building. I think we both know that buying/milling the wood is no big deal but if its the real patina look your going for this woodbe the way to get it. I know in the end you'll still have too mill the wood but the strips should cover most of the fresh wood. i really dont think you''ll be able too find good reuseable bed wood If you do cool but after 40 some years most of them are rotten,around here anyways another suggestion if its your main goal too have oe bed wood maybe look for a later 80's style stepper the wood might be in better shape but i'm not sure if all the holes/diementions are the same. whatever you do be carefull of hidden embedded nails/screws they can really put a damper on your productivity __________________ 81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love. 67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop. 2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck. '74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.



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09-24-2012, 08:56 PM	#19
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside Thanks guys for the ideas... What I'm thinking is guys who have a truck with a 10yr old resto want to redo it again and id get some nice predone wood....I have a lot more to do before I need to do the bed wood....can always use the boards until I find some.... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

09-26-2012, 03:00 PM	#20
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Wanted...used bed wood for stepside still trying to be lazy and avoid making my own __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

10-27-2012, 01:16 AM	#22
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10-29-2012, 11:35 PM	#23
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11-01-2012, 11:41 PM	#24
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11-03-2012, 02:35 PM	#25
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