I got a 51 1/2 ton short bed and mine has 8 boards and yes there was a few changes in that year, BUT like Paul said "You can tell by the holes drilled in the cross braces. There will be a hole between each board"
Todd

Some people are like Slinkies, Their not really good for nothing... But they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down the stairs.

1951 3100 350 TBI Gallery Toddzilla... "$old"