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#827527 02/18/2012 10:48 PM
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What was stamped on the original taillight housings? Can anyone provide pictures? I am looking for a driver's side and passenger side for my '48 Chevy 1/2 ton p.u.

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STOPRAY is stamped on top of my original '52 tail light housing.

Hope that helps.

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Thanks for the picture Denny. Is Guide stamped anywhere on the housing?

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No, stopray stamped on the bracket also.

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Thanks--excellent information to have as I (and others) look for the real thing instead of the Chinese repops. Much appreciated!

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I believe Guide was just on the lens if I remember right.


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Good write up about this over at JC's site. http://oldchevytrucks.com/Articles/1947-1955-Tail-Lights.php
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I believe this contains all the information a person would want about these taillights. Thank you for sharing it with us.


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