Every step in building this flatbed for my truck. Plans for the build at
http://metaspencer.etsy.com The project cost me $800 to build. Supply list is here:
Paint
* 2 cans acid etch primer
https://amzn.to/3mMo1ZL * 1 bed liner kit
https://amzn.to/3rDHKi6 * 2 cans black spray paint
https://amzn.to/34JhPvg * 2 quarts reddish tinted Thompson’s WaterSeal
https://amzn.to/3RkI0yO Fasteners
* 2” strong wood-to-steel screws (this is an example of this type of screw:
https://amzn.to/3lRxZcN); used to attach your decking to your cross rails
* 8 1/2” bolts, grade 8, to connect the brackets to the vehicle frame; these will be approximately 1.5” - 2” depending on the thickness of your truck’s frame
* 8 1/2” bolts, grade 8, to connect long rails to the brackets; 4” to travel through your 3” tubing and the supporting brackets
* 1/2” washers, lock washers, and nuts; at least 16 of each threaded to match bolts
* Assorted self tapping screws for attaching accessories to your flatbed
* 1/4”-20 1” bolts to attach your license plate to the tail section
Accessories
* Round rear tail lights
https://amzn.to/3rnxXwt* Flush mount flood lights (1 or 2 sets)
https://amzn.to/2WXZc2N* Wiring harness (1 for each set of floods you plan to use)
https://amzn.to/38BB1fJ * Orange running lights
https://amzn.to/3poEkhb* Backup camera
https://amzn.to/38zNctA* License plate light
https://amzn.to/34LXa9Y * Assorted wire connectors
https://amzn.to/37N2qMw) * Wire conduit
https://amzn.to/3aJfXa0* Stranded wire for rear floods and additional connections
https://amzn.to/3nVXZow * Heat resistant electrical tape
https://amzn.to/3aJmgtS* Weld on tie-downs
https://amzn.to/3pRLLyC* Fuel filler door of this general style
https://amzn.to/3rrISoT * Fold down steps (optional)
https://amzn.to/3mKNtPf Tools
* Welder (stick, MIG, or flux core)
* Angle grinder with grinding, cutting, and flap-disc attachments
* Optional: Plasma cutter and/or horizontal band saw
* Speed square and measuring tape
* Power drill
* Drill press (not necessary but ideal)
* Assorted drill bits
* Orbital sander and sand paper (to finish your deck boards)
* Hand plane
* Chain hoist (aka chainfall,
https://amzn.to/37Q2nzt) or equivalent way (engine hoist, system of jacks, small derrick of some kind, beam trolley, etc.) to move the flatbed on and off of the truck
* 1/4”-20 tap for license plate bolts
* Circular saw or chop saw (for cutting decking)
* Hand plane
* RamBoard or equivalent for making templates
https://amzn.to/3hjnWf8 * Crimpers, wire strippers, heat gun, etc. for making electrical connections
* basic safety gear: ear and eye protection, ventilator, dust mask, gloves, etc.
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