Aluminum bed side replacement
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Aluminum bed side replacement
I'll assume this is where the body men collect. I need to replace the bed side panel on a 2015 F-150.
I have read the installation kit instructions that come with the OEM replacement panel.
My question is.... is there a poor man way of attaching the box side? I don't aluminum mig weld and I don't have the gun to install the special rivets in the kit.
I have read the installation kit instructions that come with the OEM replacement panel.
My question is.... is there a poor man way of attaching the box side? I don't aluminum mig weld and I don't have the gun to install the special rivets in the kit.
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You'll need an aluminum mig welder at minimum.
The self piercing rivets can be put on with a c-clamp chain breaker. Although slow, it can be done.
I got a nice Hobart multi-process welder that can weld steel and aluminum. I love it. I know that doesn't help... but it's nice to have these neato tools sitting around the shop.
The self piercing rivets can be put on with a c-clamp chain breaker. Although slow, it can be done.
I got a nice Hobart multi-process welder that can weld steel and aluminum. I love it. I know that doesn't help... but it's nice to have these neato tools sitting around the shop.
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