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Old Apr 12, 2018 | 04:16 PM
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1979 Flareside Tail Light Brackets

Does anyone reproduce the brackets used for the flareside tail lights? I just purchased a truck that is missing these brackets as well as the side steps and brackets.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2018 | 04:36 PM
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Does anyone reproduce the brackets used for the flareside tail lights? I just purchased a truck that is missing these brackets as well as the side steps and brackets.
See the thread below and contact @reamer
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...t-mock-up.html
 
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Old Apr 12, 2018 | 04:58 PM
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Does anyone have a picture of the brackets. I would not think they would be too difficult to fabricate. I am not sure if the 72 through 79 flaresides used the same brackets.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2018 | 05:48 PM
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Originally Posted by reeltales
Does anyone have a picture of the brackets. I would not think they would be too difficult to fabricate.

I am not sure if the 72 through 79 flaresides used the same brackets.
There are THREE different types!
1955/76 and 1977 before serial number O20,001 without a bumper use different brackets than like year trucks with a bumper.

The taillamps are different 1955/66 vs. 1967/76 & 1977 before serial number O20,001.

1977 with/without a bumper from serial number O20,001, 1978/79 use different brackets and taillamps.

D7TZ-13470-A Right & D7TZ-13471-A Left .. Flareside Tail Lamp Brackets / Obsolete - 1977 from serial number O20,001 & 1978/79.

MCDONALD OBSOLETE PARTS in Rockport IN has 1 of each side = 812-359-4965.

Lower picture, 83 is the body style of a Flareside, 13471 is the left side bracket.

 
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Old Apr 12, 2018 | 06:54 PM
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Thanks for the info and diagrams. I should be able to fabricate something similar to the 13471 bracket.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2018 | 11:02 PM
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How are your tail lights themselves?
If your looking for an aftermarket version that is as close to OEM then get
Grote 52802 and 52812 They will have the side lense


 
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Old Apr 13, 2018 | 08:43 AM
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I replaced my oe lights with led universal trailer lights and am very happy. the mouting bolts are slightly different, so if you do plan on upgrading, wait to drill the holes.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2018 | 10:30 AM
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If you don't want to go back stock, try some from a 53+ F100. I recently swapped the LED versions and love them. I ordered all of the brackets, lights and everything and only had to drill out the mounting holes on the truck side slightly for proper fitment. They are available is many different colors and finishes.

 
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Old Apr 13, 2018 | 07:36 PM
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The tail lights themselves are in good condition. I am not sure why the previous owner removed the brackets.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2018 | 11:43 AM
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Hey just a heads up - last year I was looking for a set of these for my 1977 FlareSide.

In the NPD "National Parts Depot" Ford Truck Catalog, it looks like they carry the FlareSide tail light brackets you were looking for.

They list them as fitting 1967-1977 and are available in 4 materials - black steel, chrome, stainless, and polished stainless.

Part #'s: F-13470-3 -or- F-13470-3B -or- F-13470-3C -or- F-13470-3D

See page 173 in the NPD catalog. (I see NPD incorrectly calls these FlareSides a Ford "StepSide but anyway it does look like they have them)

Hope it helps you and any future members looking to replace their old or missing brackets on these wonderful FlareSide
 
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Thanks for the information.. I will look in the book for them.
 
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