73-87 bed dimensions VS post 88

[scorpion]

Anyone ever try to put a post 87 topper on a pre 87 bed?  I think the later models have a tapered bed where as the earlier models have parallel bed rails but didn't turn up details on a search.  Anyone know?  I like those BAK Industries Bak-Flip bed covers but they only offer them for the 88 and newer body styles.  Wondering if there's any shot at modifying one to fit or not.

Thanks

[zieg85]

Won't work.  The 88 on up is much more narrow and won't able to be attached to the bed unless you put a 1x6 on the bed and lay the cap on it.  I've seen it done both ways and it really isn't a good look.  My $.02

[bake74]

Won't work.  The 88 on up is much more narrow and won't able to be attached to the bed unless you put a 1x6 on the bed and lay the cap on it.  I've seen it done both ways and it really isn't a good look.  My $.02

     x2 on what Zieg said.  It really does not look good when the topper is smaller than the bed. 

[scorpion]

Thanks guys, that's what I needed to know.  I called BAK Industries and I managed to speak to so done who's paid to read from a cue card.  "we don't take custom orders and we don't up have one that will fit your truck.". There wasn't anyone I could talk to about which pieces might work or even give me hints.  I'll have to settle for "it ain't possible".

Wish I had a neighbor that had one so I could try to dup it...

[zieg85]

Check your local Craigslist.  Obviously the 73-87 GM truck caps work best but if it is for a 8 foot bed the 1980-1996 Ford F-Series toppers fit fairly well.  I've had both...