Nathan - Below are diagrams of the two under bed spare tire carriers Kevin mentioned. One for 1950 and earlier with the slide out track system and the 1951 and later diagonally mounted swing out under bed carrier.
1953 was the first year for the accessory notched fender side mount carrier as shown in the clip from a 1953 Dealers handout.
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
