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Hello Nick,
I used a long open-end wrench to slide up into the b pillar. I attached a nylock nut along with the supplied fender washer to the wrench using rear window installation glue/putty that I had a roll of in my toolbox since I don't know when. It's really sticky but I was able to pull the wrench down off from the nut once I had I tightened up. I also used a drill bit stop attached to the bit so as not to go in to far and dimple the outer body panel. I believe the manufacturer was Beam and it is the retractable style with the aviation buckles. I attached the retractor directly to the floor in the corner. It seems to work well. I did not purchase the kit. I came with the truck when I purchased it. It takes a little patience's but once you get the nut started on the bolt your home free. Good luck.