Final thoughts, I probably will choose (maybe diy) another rear bumper in the future. In hindsight I probably would have made the bed another 6" longer (total of 7'). I wanted the bed wide enough for my wife & I to sleep sideways on the bed. I will also be making a removable ladder rack & a removeable camper to fit on the back. It will be a "foamie camper", look it up if your not familiar (very light weight & weather proof)

Total cost was about $1,155 & weighs 400-415lbs. Lastly if your looking for any kind of u-bolt. https://uboltstore.com/ has every style, size & length you can think of. Great company.

That's all folks!
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Before, Beat up bed i didn't want to fix & paint. This was always a temp bed. I got it just to satisfy DMV (truck came with no bed)
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Final product (still going to add read stake side) & maybe a different bumper
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Closer view of bed
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Close up of carriage bolts & rub strips.

Last edited by festerhairball; 09/07/2025 3:55 AM.

1959 3100, original 235/3 on the tree w/overdrive. Carter YF 2100S carb, 205/75/15 w/front sway bar