I believe the side mount on the fender may have started in 1953. I had one on my 53 and frankly I hated it. Extra weight on the driver side, in the way when you exit the vehicle and just too bulky looking. I also think they were only on the driver side. Fords have them on the passenger side. I took mine off and put the tire in the bed.
I am sure many owners love the side mount but not me.
Last edited by Sedgewick; 05/22/2020 11:32 PM. Reason: added text
