Bed assembly done !!
Post Fiend
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The gravity changes have been awful. I've basically had one major project vehicle every ten years since I was 20, and the last few have been much harder. Now I look at a task and assess how to do it without hurting for two days if it can be avoided, and how many ibuprofen might be required.
I need to go search up all the jig and cart threads soon so I can get this hobby at lawn chair height more often. Back on topic. I think that was a good color choice for the bed wood. The inevitable oxidation won't show for a long time.
Phantom of the Phorum
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From: Kentucky
I agree. The dark finish looks really nice.
Fleet Owner
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The two times I did a bed I had the bed sitting on saw horses. The last time I was topside putting the bolts through and my son was on the creeper underneath putting on washers and nuts.
About that gravity thing.... for me the gravity pull for less after I got a replacement shoulder. With a bionic shoulder it is easier to get up off the floor.
About that gravity thing.... for me the gravity pull for less after I got a replacement shoulder. With a bionic shoulder it is easier to get up off the floor.
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Hillsborough NJ
I put rear fenders on my stakebed today. I think I spent more time making sure everything I needed was within reach of the creeper than actually bolting the fender on.
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Cargo Master
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Thanks all !! I like the dark wood also. Its the red oak that comes with the bed kit, and I used an ebony stain.
My wife had volunteered to go underneath and put the nuts on...maybe I should have taken her up on it.
My wife had volunteered to go underneath and put the nuts on...maybe I should have taken her up on it.
Post Fiend
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I recognized the grain in the red oak. It probably turns black faster than any hardwood if the finish ever gets nicked. Looks good now against the light colored paint and should look good longer.
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