The original GM truck literature shows drawings of the various flatbeds/stakesides etc. Sorry I'm not sure of the link but check on this site for tech tips etc. Also I have the 1941 Chevrolet Truck Data Book, a glove box size little book also shows some stakebeds, and I'm pretty sure this book is avail. in reprint.

Also my 53 3/4 ton has it's factory bed and stake sides, take a look.


It's easier to get forgiveness than permission!
1946 1/2-Ton Chevy
1953 Chevy 3/4-ton Factory Stakebed