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this may be the incorrect forum, so i apologize in advance, but what hardware do i use to attach the headlamp buckets to the fenders on my '59 fleetside. Looks as though screws (8) should be used, correct?, but what size? also looks like i need to make my own gasket as i can't find them for the '58 or '59's at parts houses...

thx
pork

Pan head phillips type screw. #8 maybe? I don't know for sure(some one here will). Gasket? The same as for a Task Force(55-57)? I don't think the Bucket changed much...again some one here will know. Sorry, not a lot of help.

Here is the hardware for mounting the buckets to the fenders.

My '58 had a paste that is similar to seam sealer between the buckets and the fenders. I am just going to use seam sealer from a caulking tube.

Chad

you can use seam sealer or go to an RV store and get a roll of butyl tape they use for windows. (about 10$). IT is about an inch wide, and stays soft. It is like plumbers putty but already flattened into a nice roll. Put it on the fender, peel the paper off, place your bucket and screw it in place, then peel off the excess. either way should work well,

Steve, Chad and Mike I appreciate your input, links and suggestions. Going to order the hardware kit and i'll tinker with the butyl tape. thx
pork