>>On Jun 20, 2011, at 6:15 PM, Rob Butler The ToonMan wrote:
I know this is a dumb question but Has anyone ever modified a 55 and newer
tailgate to fit a 47-53 Box??
I have a 59 stepside Tailgate and a 48 Box!!!
Rob...The ToonMan
Sasquatch Artworks
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I have several tailgates like that. Nothing rare about them since they fit '54
- '87.
You're right, it does seem like a dumb question since the beds are so
different. The tailgate you need should be available. Beware the cheapos ($200)
are made of much thinner steel and without the lettering stamped in the insert.
I have two re-pop tailgates that look really good but they are about 6 or 7
lbs. lighter than an original. Seems like I paid $275 for those.
I remember buying tailgates new from Chevrolet in the '60s for $35. They really
got their money's worth out of that die.
Gale Gorman
Houston
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