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Hello guys and gals,

I have a silly question, are the fenders on a 49 1 ton truck the same as a half ton? I always thought they were the same but wanted to make sure. I know the bigger trucks have bigger fenders but thought 1tons and 3/4 tons were the same as 1/2 tons. Thanks in advance for any and all input!

Yes
1/2 , 3/4 and 1 ton is all the same sheet metals except the box
The box parts are all subtly different because the way the boards attach and the stiffening bar ribs snd the longer boxes etc
Tail gate is the same back fenders same
Back bumper for a 1 ton is extra thick like it’s front bumper but is ultra Uber rare the 1/2 and 3/4 ton bumpers are like 3/16 thick it’s not exact but the 1 ton front is almost 1/4 inch thick and so is the matching rear
But it’s so rare the parts books don’t even list it and that bugs me to no extent
If anyone had a genuine 1 ton rear bumper I would pay more money that you think is reasonable for it.
-s

I have two sets of full width front GMC fenders, one came from a school bus, one came from a C and C, work well when using 4wd front axle, not have tires sticking out past fender, throws mud, plus illegal. Running boards slightly wider last foot or so to match. Designed for 20” tire so slighty larger wheel opening, but allows for modern larger tires.

Ed

How hard is it to restore these old fenders?

That depends on a few things, namely:

1. How bad are they? (dents and stress cracks are easier to repair than rust)
2. How much money do you have to spend?
3. How much time do you have?

Ask this question in a new thread and include some pictures of what you have and the experts here will give you some good advice.

On mine, above, (‘41 to ‘47) only slight dents from hay bales? on one, other is perfect, only surface rust. Local CO truck. Other original CO trucks have same features. Was able to unscrew all bolts, none had to be cut off.

Ed