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I can snap a pic tomorrow. I didnt want to drill either but I’m glad I did. I used some grade 8 4 inch bolts and some threaded 1.5 x3 in plates on the bottom. The ply wood I cut was three strips and roughly 8x12. It is pretty solid but even with one sled there was some movement so I don’t think turnbuckles would be a good idea.
I still might add turnbuckles for good measure.
Unfortunatley inhavent figures the light thing out yet. It’s super annoying cause it gives you a light out warning and turns off park assist. I’m not sure how it is going to work yet.
I’m going to add the extension and swap the plywood out for the Marlon bases.
The supertrack for the rear clamps mounted in the center section. If you imagine one sled in the middle then you can see where they fit in between the superglides.
I still might add turnbuckles for good measure.
Unfortunatley inhavent figures the light thing out yet. It’s super annoying cause it gives you a light out warning and turns off park assist. I’m not sure how it is going to work yet.
I’m going to add the extension and swap the plywood out for the Marlon bases.
The supertrack for the rear clamps mounted in the center section. If you imagine one sled in the middle then you can see where they fit in between the superglides.
even with the marlon risers, you will still have to build up a platform. the riser kit only rises 1 1/8". also, none of the riser plates are drilled. you will have to drill through 6 3/16" aluminum plates for each leg (the riser and 5 shims).
was there anything close to the drill holes on the underside of the bed? I haven't looked under there yet. Did you put any other support plates under the bed, or just use the threaded block Marlon sent? I think I may just drill, but I want to distribute the force under the bed more. I don't know if I trust the strength of the bed tie down locations. As I was tightening the turnbuckles by hand, I could hear the bed creaking
I figured between the glides is where the rear clamp goes. That's on my list for today.
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I would put something down. This past week I hauled a generator home from the camp. I had it tied down and when I unloaded it after a 5 hour drive I have a hole in the bed of my truck with less than 5000 miles. I sure do like this aluminum. Not really👎
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Good to know. I would like to figure out how to keep the park aid on though. Having the camera with the lines is really helpful.
I used the plates that came with the deck for the bottom. They work well. I put 900 miles on loaded. I checked everything out and I think they should be good but like you I think having some distribution under there is crucial.
In the front i moved moved the legs about 8 inches off the front so there was room to get the plate in there on the bottom side . Drivers side you have the filler neck to deal with but that’s about it.
Good to know. I would like to figure out how to keep the park aid on though. Having the camera with the lines is really helpful.
I used the plates that came with the deck for the bottom. They work well. I put 900 miles on loaded. I checked everything out and I think they should be good but like you I think having some distribution under there is crucial.
In the front i moved moved the legs about 8 inches off the front so there was room to get the plate in there on the bottom side . Drivers side you have the filler neck to deal with but that’s about it.
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It would be nice to figure out the lighting and have all the functions work properly. I also have the trailer light fault, says my left trailer light is out. didn't realize that yesterday. The left turn signal will hyperflash on the dash, but the actual indicator lights flash at normal speed
I decided to bolt. I didn't trust the tie down points in the bed especially they were creaking when I was tightening the turnbuckles down by hand. No issues drilling, lots of clearance, even on the fueling side.
As you can see I have the Marlon risers in place. They come with the base and 5 3/16" shims for each one. I have 2 pieces of 3/4" ply down. I used 3 of the shims and the plate for 3/4" of rise. So total I have 2.25" of rise to the deck.
I took one of the plates and used them under the bed at each bolt location to spread the load. Then the threaded plate Marlon supplies and a lock nut.
I think this is a much better way to go.
I decided to bolt. I didn't trust the tie down points in the bed especially they were creaking when I was tightening the turnbuckles down by hand. No issues drilling, lots of clearance, even on the fueling side.
As you can see I have the Marlon risers in place. They come with the base and 5 3/16" shims for each one. I have 2 pieces of 3/4" ply down. I used 3 of the shims and the plate for 3/4" of rise. So total I have 2.25" of rise to the deck.
I took one of the plates and used them under the bed at each bolt location to spread the load. Then the threaded plate Marlon supplies and a lock nut.
I think this is a much better way to go.
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sorry to dig up a year old thread, but I am curious how the Marlon's have been working for those of you that have them. I am debating between these and a truckboss (I like the ability to have a winch plate/winch). Would probably go with the 2ft extension on the 7ft deck. Was also curious how the rise in the tailgate impacted installation? Appreciate any advice, we currently have an open trailer, but want to get something more mobile for our trips.
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sorry to dig up a year old thread, but I am curious how the Marlon's have been working for those of you that have them. I am debating between these and a truckboss (I like the ability to have a winch plate/winch). Would probably go with the 2ft extension on the 7ft deck. Was also curious how the rise in the tailgate impacted installation? Appreciate any advice, we currently have an open trailer, but want to get something more mobile for our trips.
Cant really compare it to the truck boss as I dont have any experience with them. I will say the idea of it totally sealing the bed is nice. But based on the info I could find the majority of the weight was carried by the bed rails which is the main reason I went the way I did.
Also, yes go 7 foot. At least
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Removal is actually super easy. I leave the bed rails on year round. The side extensions come off one at a time then I remove the 4 deck pieces one at a time and it’s done. Takes about 90 min, but I can do it by myself VS enlisting a crew of guys to lift off a standard deck.
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any chance you have a photo with it removed? Sorry for the 3000 questions, I have emailed both truckboss and marlon, while they want to help not many of them have direct experience with these in the new trucks
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