NC WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**chevypoint** · 01-06-2018, 07:13 PM

I am Looking for rocker box reinforcement plates. I know they make new ones but $140 is a little pricey.

*Jens Jimmy* · 01-08-2018, 04:57 AM

I may have a pair, I will look tomorrow and get you some pics

**chevypoint** · 01-08-2018, 09:54 AM

[QUOTE=Jens Jimmy;8154952]I may have a pair, I will look tomorrow and get you some pics[/QUOTE

Thanks, let me know what you find.

*Jens Jimmy* · 01-09-2018, 02:49 AM

Wasn't able to get to the shop Monday, will get by there today and let you know.

*Jens Jimmy* · 01-09-2018, 09:48 PM

I dok have a new pair, 110. Shipped.
I tried to upload a pic, can't do it from my phone. Text me at 479 841 8090 and I will text you pics.
Thanks

*Jens Jimmy* · 01-09-2018, 09:49 PM

Well, I stand corrected, I got it to load.

**chevypoint** · 01-10-2018, 10:43 PM

I appreciate your help, but I was wanting the panels that bolt to the bedside and the rocker box and the end cap. I have already purchased new end caps. I pulled this picture of this reinforcement that I want off GMC Pauls site.

*Jens Jimmy* · 01-11-2018, 01:44 AM

Ahhh, my mistake. I don't have those. thanks for the pic

**1rippen6** · 01-11-2018, 10:46 AM

I had a friend that had a nice set so I made patterns and tried to make my own but sold the blazer. I never tried them but have them stashed away somewhere if you are interested I may be able to find them.

**lolife99** · 01-11-2018, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by chevypoint

I appreciate your help, but I was wanting the panels that bolt to the bedside and the rocker box and the end cap. I have already purchased new end caps. I pulled this picture of this reinforcement that I want off GMC Pauls site.

Spend the money.
Those are nice and fit good.

**71blksuper4x4** · 01-11-2018, 06:13 PM

I agree, there is a reason they are expensive. They are quite an involved piece to recreate. I hear they were well made.

**chevypoint** · 01-11-2018, 10:36 PM

I agree they look well made and are probably worth the money. I was just hoping someone might have some stashed away that I could pick up a little cheaper.

**1rippen6** · 01-14-2018, 11:16 PM

I looked today and no luck if you are in no hurry I have plans tomorrow and Tuesday but can look again on Wednesday.

**chevypoint** · 01-15-2018, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 1rippen6

I looked today and no luck if you are in no hurry I have plans tomorrow and Tuesday but can look again on Wednesday.

Thanks. I am not in a hurry. I have plenty to do before I button up the rocker boxes. I might fab some up if I can't find any. Let me know if you run across them.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 01-17-2018, 06:12 PM

I keep plenty in stock. The reason they are expencive is #1 they are made in the USA, and #2 They are hand made. WES

briank · 01-26-2018, 09:55 PM

I think there is a set of originals on ebay right now.

**chevypoint** · 01-29-2018, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by briank

I think there is a set of originals on ebay right now.

Thanks, I found them but they only had 1 side left and at the price plus shipping i might as well buy new ones. I really do appreciate the lead.

DNA · 04-21-2020, 02:30 PM

Need some help.
I'm redoing my 69 k5, and the only thing original is the inner cowl and dash.
I'm down to the outer rocker panels and torsion boxes. My question is does the serrated part of the torsion box ( rocker box ) fit in to the lip of the outer rocker panel or get welded flush to the bottom outer lip.
So far, both a-pillars, firewall, inner cowl, both floors, bedsides, tailgate, wheel arch, step up plate, o ya of course the windshield bow assembly.
Any help, pic, etc would be appreciated
I do need those reinforcement plates for the boxes also.

notsolo · 04-23-2020, 07:02 PM

Not sure about the serrated edge, here is a couple photo's of torsion boxes, maybe it helps.

DNA · 04-24-2020, 09:00 AM

Hey Notsol,
Great pics on the reinforcement plates, I know how they fit now. The new rocker boxes have an edge on them, might aid in draining.
I'll try to send some pics, let me know what you think.
Thank You
I'm new at sending pic to a blog, actually this is my first forum....lol

01-08-2018, 09:54 AM	#3
chevypoint Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Hendersonville, nc Posts: 85	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates [QUOTE=Jens Jimmy;8154952]I may have a pair, I will look tomorrow and get you some pics[/QUOTE Thanks, let me know what you find. __________________ 71 c20, 350/automatic 71 K5 Blazer, 350 3 speed (really my 16 yr old sons)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=686111 71 GMC build thread; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=468765 47 Chevy Aerosedan, 403 Olds/350 turbo 69 Camaro, 307/powerglide 06 Silverado Z71

01-09-2018, 02:49 AM	#4
Jens Jimmy Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Springdale, AR Posts: 834	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates Wasn't able to get to the shop Monday, will get by there today and let you know.

01-09-2018, 09:48 PM	#5
Jens Jimmy Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Springdale, AR Posts: 834	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I dok have a new pair, 110. Shipped. I tried to upload a pic, can't do it from my phone. Text me at 479 841 8090 and I will text you pics. Thanks Attached Images

01-09-2018, 09:49 PM	#6
Jens Jimmy Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Springdale, AR Posts: 834	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates Well, I stand corrected, I got it to load.

01-10-2018, 10:43 PM	#7
chevypoint Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Hendersonville, nc Posts: 85	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I appreciate your help, but I was wanting the panels that bolt to the bedside and the rocker box and the end cap. I have already purchased new end caps. I pulled this picture of this reinforcement that I want off GMC Pauls site. Attached Images __________________ 71 c20, 350/automatic 71 K5 Blazer, 350 3 speed (really my 16 yr old sons)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=686111 71 GMC build thread; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=468765 47 Chevy Aerosedan, 403 Olds/350 turbo 69 Camaro, 307/powerglide 06 Silverado Z71

01-06-2018, 07:13 PM	#1
chevypoint Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Hendersonville, nc Posts: 85	WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I am Looking for rocker box reinforcement plates. I know they make new ones but $140 is a little pricey. __________________ 71 c20, 350/automatic 71 K5 Blazer, 350 3 speed (really my 16 yr old sons)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=686111 71 GMC build thread; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=468765 47 Chevy Aerosedan, 403 Olds/350 turbo 69 Camaro, 307/powerglide 06 Silverado Z71

01-08-2018, 04:57 AM	#2
Jens Jimmy Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Springdale, AR Posts: 834	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I may have a pair, I will look tomorrow and get you some pics

01-11-2018, 01:44 AM	#8
Jens Jimmy Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Springdale, AR Posts: 834	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates Ahhh, my mistake. I don't have those. thanks for the pic

01-11-2018, 10:46 AM	#9
1rippen6 Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Greencastle PA Posts: 6,711	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I had a friend that had a nice set so I made patterns and tried to make my own but sold the blazer. I never tried them but have them stashed away somewhere if you are interested I may be able to find them.

01-11-2018, 06:13 PM	#11
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,149	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I agree, there is a reason they are expensive. They are quite an involved piece to recreate. I hear they were well made. __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

01-11-2018, 10:36 PM	#12
chevypoint Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Hendersonville, nc Posts: 85	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I agree they look well made and are probably worth the money. I was just hoping someone might have some stashed away that I could pick up a little cheaper. __________________ 71 c20, 350/automatic 71 K5 Blazer, 350 3 speed (really my 16 yr old sons)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=686111 71 GMC build thread; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=468765 47 Chevy Aerosedan, 403 Olds/350 turbo 69 Camaro, 307/powerglide 06 Silverado Z71

01-14-2018, 11:16 PM	#13
1rippen6 Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Greencastle PA Posts: 6,711	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I looked today and no luck if you are in no hurry I have plans tomorrow and Tuesday but can look again on Wednesday.

01-17-2018, 06:12 PM	#15
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I keep plenty in stock. The reason they are expencive is #1 they are made in the USA, and #2 They are hand made. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

01-26-2018, 09:55 PM	#16
briank Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Leland, Il Posts: 1,503	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates I think there is a set of originals on ebay right now.

04-21-2020, 02:30 PM	#18
DNA Registered User Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: NAZARETH Posts: 4	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates Need some help. I'm redoing my 69 k5, and the only thing original is the inner cowl and dash. I'm down to the outer rocker panels and torsion boxes. My question is does the serrated part of the torsion box ( rocker box ) fit in to the lip of the outer rocker panel or get welded flush to the bottom outer lip. So far, both a-pillars, firewall, inner cowl, both floors, bedsides, tailgate, wheel arch, step up plate, o ya of course the windshield bow assembly. Any help, pic, etc would be appreciated I do need those reinforcement plates for the boxes also.



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04-23-2020, 07:02 PM	#19
notsolo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Md Posts: 2,451	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates Not sure about the serrated edge, here is a couple photo's of torsion boxes, maybe it helps. Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635605

04-24-2020, 09:00 AM	#20
DNA Registered User Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: NAZARETH Posts: 4	Re: WTB: Rocker Box Reinforcement plates Hey Notsol, Great pics on the reinforcement plates, I know how they fit now. The new rocker boxes have an edge on them, might aid in draining. I'll try to send some pics, let me know what you think. Thank You I'm new at sending pic to a blog, actually this is my first forum....lol

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