trouble getting rear bed panel installed

[75k20]

i’m installing a new front bed panel on a bed i got from a pick n pull. all the holes are misaligned and it seems like the edges need to be pull in from both sides. are there any tips on doing this?

 

[bucket]

You mean the besides need pulled in to match the front panel? Or are they misaligned height-wise also? Got pictures?

 

[75k20]

You mean the besides need pulled in to match the front panel? Or are they misaligned height-wise also? Got pictures?

they need to be pulled in to match the panel, they’re fine height wise. im unable to get pictures right now

 

[Grit dog]

Ratchet strap across the top from stake pocket to stake pocket?

 

[75k20]

Ratchet strap across the top from stake pocket to stake pocket?

i gave that a try earlier didn’t seem like it moved too much. i also tried to go from one fuel door to the other since i have dual tanks and no fuel doors on either side

 

[bucket]

Aftermarket panel? Is it possible that the bedsides don't need to come in much, just the holes are punched in the wrong spot? Or do the flanges not overlap enough?

 

[75k20]

Aftermarket panel? Is it possible that the bedsides don't need to come in much, just the holes are punched in the wrong spot? Or do the flanges not overlap enough?

yes i got it from carparts.com and everything looked okay about where it was stamped. i’ll have to try it again some time. maybe i can use a bigger ratchet strap

 

[Turbo4whl]

For more pulling power you need a come along. You can get cable or web type. Chain type for even more pulling power. I prefer the web type, more convenient to use, but cost more than the cable type.

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The chain type are called a coffing hoist, and people call both types either name.