Angle strips

[gafcob]

I need to replace my angle strips, i know how to get them off. Can I just butt the new ones to the side panels and ratchet them down to the bed wood? Would that be sufficiant..Or do i have to spot weld the new ones to the side panels? [email protected]

 

[Vin63]

I think it's a matter of personal preference. I am going to raise the bed in my truck up about an inch...basically the bed wood will now be above the mounting lip, so I was planning on modifying a set (or two) of angle strips from a step side for the mount on top, but I was not planning on welding the strips to the bed sides.

 

[Chiro]

I followed the Mar-K procedure and bolted the new angle strips in. They recommend a bolt to the bedside every 6 inches, but I bolted them every 4 1/2 inches as that's where the spot welds were. Came out nice and sturdy.

Andy

 

[hondoe1]

new angle strips will come with screws and nuts. You can also tack weld but the heat may make the metal warp.Golden state pickup parts.com can solve your problem. Hondoe