[landarts]

Was able to get the truck bed out of the driveway and onto the truck this morning after a complete shop cleanup. Went out this morning and removed all the masking, paper and plastic from the truck then took down the temporary plastic sheeting I use for a make shift paint booth. Then cleaned up the shop and got the truck ready for the bed to be put back on.

I used the tool I made a few months back to remove the bed in conjunction with my engine hoist. This makes it a one man job and the bed is totally level for installation. I put a large sheet of 2" pink foam against the cab as a precautionary measure so take away the chance of scratching the new paint. Went on with out any issues, will still need to push the bed up closer for a full install and bolt it down. Will not be doing that until I fix a few small runs along the back.

Next up will be the fenders and then the doors, hood, cowl. Remainder of the bed will be the last thing painted and the inside of bed will be done with Upol Raptor liner in black.