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Old 10-25-2011, 03:30 PM   #651
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how did you delete the fender bolts from inside the bedsides?
Yeah, you noticed that did you?lol

What I did was buy a bunch of carriage bolts, and washers that the square part could not go through. Then I installed the carriage bolts with the washers and nuts on the outside and tack the washers in place. Then I cut off the head of the carriage bolt and grind it flush and welded it closed. This way when the tighten the bolt it has the washer for extra strength so the sheetmetal will not buckle. I will also be using Nylon Insert Lock nuts so that I don't have to really torque down and it still will not back off the bolt.

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Old 10-25-2011, 07:41 PM   #652
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If I am understanding what you did maybe an easier way would have been to use an elevator bolt. They come in two styles one with a square section at the head like a carriage bolt, another with a prong thing (used for wood that can be ground off) with a round shaft. I have used them on inside of the firewall and cab where I need a threaded shaft but did not want to drill the metal.
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Old 10-25-2011, 08:04 PM   #653
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Yeah, you noticed that did you?lol

Then I installed the carriage bolts with the washers and nuts on the outside and tack the washers in place. Then I cut off the head of the carriage bolt and grind it flush and welded it closed.
I have seen that before on an episode of Trucks. They did the same process to make a smooth bumper. Cool!
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Old 10-25-2011, 10:54 PM   #654
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thanks for the help!!! I hope my bedside turns out as good as yours
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Old 10-26-2011, 12:41 AM   #655
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If I am understanding what you did maybe an easier way would have been to use an elevator bolt. They come in two styles one with a square section at the head like a carriage bolt, another with a prong thing (used for wood that can be ground off) with a round shaft. I have used them on inside of the firewall and cab where I need a threaded shaft but did not want to drill the metal.
Well the way I've done it was pretty easy, but thats not to say its the best way its just the way I've done it.

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I have seen that before on an episode of Trucks. They did the same process to make a smooth bumper. Cool!
Yeah I use the same procedure when smoothing a bumper its a old school thing I've learned from hanging around old school rodders.

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thanks for the help!!! I hope my bedside turns out as good as yours
No problem and I'm sure it will.
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Old 10-26-2011, 08:22 PM   #656
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Well the way I've done it was pretty easy, but thats not to say its the best way its just the way I've done it.

Yeah I use the same procedure when smoothing a bumper its a old school thing I've learned from hanging around old school rodders.
You know BAM, patting your ownself on the back is so outdated. We know your the man, thats why were all such good friends and fans of yours.
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Yeah I know im starting trouble again.
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Old 10-27-2011, 01:20 AM   #657
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You know BAM, patting your ownself on the back is so outdated. We know your the man, thats why were all such good friends and fans of yours.
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Yeah I know im starting trouble again.
Well I did not think I was patting myself on my back, I have very short arms. Friend? Who ever said you were a friend? You think way too much of yourself.lol

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Old 10-31-2011, 02:01 PM   #658
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Yada, yada, yada, where's the new work Bam? C'mon, we KNOW you're holding out on us, lol!
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Old 10-31-2011, 02:04 PM   #659
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No work to speak of, I just haven't had the time. I'm too busy helping other people get their project together. Somethings got to give because mine project is suffering no work on it in months.
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Old 10-31-2011, 02:25 PM   #660
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Well, ok...if you're helping other people in exchange for uh....er....cash considerations...then something actually IS happening on your project - fund raising! Something we can all relate to the need for. Take pictures of the cobbwebs forming on her, we gotta have us some pictures man! lol.
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Old 10-31-2011, 03:02 PM   #661
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Well, ok...if you're helping other people in exchange for uh....er....cash considerations...then something actually IS happening on your project - fund raising! Something we can all relate to the need for. Take pictures of the cobbwebs forming on her, we gotta have us some pictures man! lol.
No everything is not about cash, somethings are just things I've promised. I keep my promises, all we really have is our word. I'm gonna learn to just be quiet, that way I will not have to keep my word.lol I can say "I didn't say anything".lol

The last thing I promised to do was BCToyBox's c-notch and then I'm done with him for good.lol
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Old 10-31-2011, 06:23 PM   #662
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Bam, looking for a holiday in Australia? Could probably organize a tour for you....... I'm sure a lot of the blokes here would love to have you over for a visit!
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Old 10-31-2011, 06:58 PM   #663
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No everything is not about cash, somethings are just things I've promised. I keep my promises, all we really have is our word. I'm gonna learn to just be quiet, that way I will not have to keep my word.lol I can say "I didn't say anything".lol

The last thing I promised to do was BCToyBox's c-notch and then I'm done with him for good.lol
I worked with and in non-profit organizations for 20 years outside of my regular day job. Finally learned to start saying NO to get my life back. Trust me if they don't understand then they probably aren't that good of friends.
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Old 10-31-2011, 08:13 PM   #664
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Bam, looking for a holiday in Australia? Could probably organize a tour for you....... I'm sure a lot of the blokes here would love to have you over for a visit!
Scott
I wish could Scott, but money is too tight to mention around xmas.lol Its all going out and nothing coming in.lol

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I worked with and in non-profit organizations for 20 years outside of my regular day job. Finally learned to start saying NO to get my life back. Trust me if they don't understand then they probably aren't that good of friends.
Oh I have no problems saying no believe me, but if I tell you yes I keep my word that's all. I don't believe in "but man this and that" I should have thought about that before I gave my word. I gave my word so that's that. I met too many people that are full of sh&t and I don't want to be one of them.lol

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Old 11-01-2011, 12:30 AM   #665
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Great attitude man, not a lot of people out there left who back up their word...
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Old 11-10-2011, 09:57 PM   #666
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Hey there, hows the truck coming? its getting cold here in Idaho so we need guys in your neck of the woods to make progress and keep us motivated....
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Old 11-11-2011, 10:32 AM   #667
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Bam, Why can't I see any of your pictures?
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Old 11-11-2011, 11:04 AM   #668
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Bam, Why can't I see any of your pictures?
I don't know man I can see them, does anybody else have that issue? I went through the build page and I can see all of them. If you are talking any updates on the last couple pages I have no new pics.lol
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Old 11-11-2011, 11:08 AM   #669
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All I see is red x's. I can see all the pics others load up but not your build pics. I've heard so much about your project on here I really would like to see it.
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Old 11-11-2011, 11:20 AM   #670
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All I see is red x's. I can see all the pics others load up but not your build pics. I've heard so much about your project on here I really would like to see it.
Man you got to be kidding me? I just looked through it again and I can see all the pictures. Is anyone else having this issue? What web browser are you using? Clear your temp files and see what happens.

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Old 11-11-2011, 11:25 AM   #671
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Still got red x's even on trifive.. What image hosting are you using?
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Old 11-11-2011, 11:53 AM   #672
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Still got red x's even on trifive.. What image hosting are you using?
They are hosted by flickr. Man I don't know what to tell you because I have 4 computers in my house and I checked all 4 and the picture show up.

What browser are you using, did you clear you temp files?

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Old 11-11-2011, 12:43 PM   #673
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FWIW they open ok for me in IE8. Check your pop up blocker, you might need to temporarily disable it.
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Old 11-11-2011, 03:05 PM   #674
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Thanks for letting me know you can see them OrrieG.
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Bam,
Just letting you know I can see them now. Not sure what the issue was but I can see them now. awesome work man. I will be referencing this thread often..
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