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Old Jul 30, 2021 | 05:10 PM
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Question Prep for goose neck
I'm going with the Reese Goose Box and I want to keep the Bed Rug . What's the best way to cut a Bed Rug?
 
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hole cutters is my best guess. I have a rubber mat and that is what I used.
 
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hole cutters is my best guess. I have a rubber mat and that is what I used.
Good idea, my original thought was to open a rectangle. I have an adjustable "Hole Saw", thanks.
 
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I also just did the center and the two holes closest to the tailgate.

So just the three holes. Saw no reason to do the other two.
 
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I have this Bosch hole saw kit. Is it big enough for a gooseball? I don't know, but hope to find out someday.

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I have this Bosch hole saw kit. Is it big enough for a gooseball?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003TO5F3Q
With 3/16" to spare.
 
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Since the truck did not come with factory OEM prep, I'm going with the B&W under bed Goose Ball Prep and 7 Pin connector on the driver side.
 
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Finished product

@senix Excellent idea, I used a 3” for the safety hooks and 4-1/8” for the goose ball.
 
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Nice, professional job!
 
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