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Old 04-05-2017, 11:46 AM   #266
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Re: Shucks First Build

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So today I took a break from painting. Tired of the fumes... I began working on the bed since I really haven't touched it yet. I put the new fenders on to see how they fit and then I mocked up the roll pan. I do have a brand new rear bumper but I can't find the bumper brackets because they don't make them anymore... so I settled for a roll pan, not my forte but it's all I can do.
Normally I agree with your thoughts on a roll pan. On your stepside bed it actually gives a finished look. I have always hated the way the factory didnt really finish off the stepside bed.

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Then I put the tailgate latches on because I didn't want the chains scratching my new paint..... It sucks I had to drill through my tail gate. They had a backing plate to be used for support with those bolts but it just didn't look right. I won't be throwing big stuff in the bed so I did away with it.
If your concerned about the bolts in the tailgate, consider adding bolts with billet washer. Maybe paint to match, or polish.

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