Temporary frame for bed assembly

[Mr Chevorlet]

This is what I put together to assemble my bed and then paint it. Hope it works like I am planning on.

[Southern Shaker]

i just used my spare chassis haha i like it though!

[Mr Chevorlet]

I didn't have a spare frame. But I did get it put together. But anybody have any ideas on the best way to square it up. I tried the tape measure, close but not happy. Tried framing square. But still not happy. I did not want to tighten all the bolts until its correct. Or am I wasting my time untill its on the truck. Any suggestion would be appreciated. Thanks.

[sboris]

Getting ready to do this myself. You hang those sides by yourself? I figure I'm gonna need a couple extra hands. Good idea on the frame work.
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[sboris]

I'm thinking mounting on the truck will line up most of the bolt holes and be pretty close? That was my plan...
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[Mr Chevorlet]

Originally Posted by sboris

Getting ready to do this myself. You hang those sides by yourself? I figure I'm gonna need a couple extra hands. Good idea on the frame work.
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Yes I did if you look close you can see big nuts welded on the frame. Once I set the bed side in place I used straps to hold the from falling backwards and used visegrips to hold the bottom once I had them stood up.

[Mr Chevorlet]

Originally Posted by sboris

I'm thinking mounting on the truck will line up most of the bolt holes and be pretty close? That was my plan...
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I am kind of anal when doing things. I will let it set until I fugure it out to get it right. That's why it has taken 3 years to get this far.

[sboris]

Originally Posted by Mr Chevorlet

Yes I did if you look close you can see big nuts welded on the frame. Once I set the bed side in place I used straps to hold the from falling backwards and used visegrips to hold the bottom once I had them stood up.

Excellent idea. CLEVER..I hate having to call for help. Good timing on this post, I'll be doing this in a couple weeks.. Thanks for the pics
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