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79 Lil Red Express?

Posted By: 71pettyblue

79 Lil Red Express? - 03/07/24 08:40 PM

I'm helping my friend Jim who bought a '79 in December, nice truck but the cargo box was replaced years ago. The wood on the sides and tailgate were never replaced. He bought the bought the kit and its ready for installation this weekend. The retaining bolts are 1/4". Does anybody know which size hole that the factory drilled into the sides and tailgate?
I'm thinking 5/16" or perhaps 3/8" to allow room for any easy fit. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Tony
Posted By: cudaman1969

Re: 79 Lil Red Express? - 03/10/24 02:52 AM

I’ll measure mine tomorrow, no wood on it but original. I’m thinking 3/8ths holes
Posted By: 71pettyblue

Re: 79 Lil Red Express? - 03/13/24 04:09 PM

We installed the wood Saturday and I drilled 5/16" holes and every piece fit easily.
Thanks
Posted By: moparx

Re: 79 Lil Red Express? - 03/13/24 04:49 PM

need pictures now. up
beer
Posted By: 71pettyblue

Re: 79 Lil Red Express? - 03/16/24 01:56 AM

contact me at rockpick43@yahoo.com, I have 4 images that I can send you.
Posted By: moparx

Re: 79 Lil Red Express? - 03/16/24 05:29 PM

Originally Posted by 71pettyblue
contact me at rockpick43@yahoo.com, I have 4 images that I can send you.



thanks for the offer ! up bow
i just sent e-mail to you.
beer
Posted By: 5thAve

Re: 79 Lil Red Express? - 03/17/24 08:42 PM

Holes on mine are 3/8.
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