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Old May 9th, 2013, 08:58 PM
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Does anyone know why these bumper brackets are bent down and if that is the correct bumper for my '60 stepside longbed 1000 ? Thanks





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Old May 9th, 2013, 09:56 PM
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What bumpers? Yo u didnt post a picture!
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Old May 9th, 2013, 11:25 PM
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Oh lets see if this works.
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Old May 9th, 2013, 11:43 PM
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Default Re: Bumper Brackets

Open tailgate and see how much clearance there is. Could you open tailgate with a trailer attached?

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Old May 10th, 2013, 01:05 AM
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Default Re: Bumper Brackets

When the tailgate is open level with chains attached there is 7 1/2" of clearance from top of bumper to underside of tailgate - there is no hitch mounted but if there would be the bumper is in the way unless hitch sticks out on top of bumper but that seems weird.
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Old May 10th, 2013, 04:53 AM
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Default Re: Bumper Brackets

The rear bumper lines are basically in line with the front bumper. Those brackets and the bumper go to something else--I think from the OD era ('54 and earlier). Fenderside bumpers are close to the rear bodywork and have a dip formed in the middle-yours appear straight across. Goto ebay and search 55-66 stepside chevy bumper
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Old May 10th, 2013, 06:43 PM
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Default Re: Bumper Brackets

I'm ok with the straight rear bumper unless i can't fit straight original brackets to it so it does not drag so low and possibly put a hitch under it eventually. Thanks for all your answers !
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