Bed Extender Security
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Bed Extender Security
Just wanted to share this idea for protecting your bed extender....drill a hole through the bracket so that when the shackle is inserted, it prohibits the 'spring latch' from being depressed!
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There were a few guys back a couple months ago who had done the same thing with theirs. It is a great deterrent for having the thing stolen!
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From: Eagan,MN.
Great idea! Can you swing it with the lock on? I'm not very mechanically inclined, how hard was it?
Joe
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Thanks to everyone on this board for teaching me so much about my new truck.
** Purchased on 03/14/01 **
White/Arizona Beige Lariat
Captains Chairs Gen III(medium Parchment)
5.4L V-8
Moon Roof
Single CD
Bed Extender
Cab Steps
Towing Package
** Built 12/00 **
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Why didn't I think of that. Great idea, thanks for the tip. I will get to work on that right now.
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Tow Package
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Med Parchment leather
Heated captains chairs
Moonroof
Slider
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From: Eagan,MN.
I'm sorry but I cannot figure out how this would work...I sat out there yesterday for three hours trying to figure it out. No where does it look large enough to drill a hole.
What "prong" of the extender is the lock on, the middle?
Joe
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Thanks to everyone on this board for teaching me so much about my new truck.
** Purchased on 03/14/01 **
White/Arizona Beige Lariat
Captains Chairs Gen III(medium Parchment)
5.4L V-8
Moon Roof
Single CD
Bed Extender
Cab Steps
Towing Package
Ford Bed Mat
** Built 12/00 **
What "prong" of the extender is the lock on, the middle?
Joe
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Thanks to everyone on this board for teaching me so much about my new truck.
** Purchased on 03/14/01 **
White/Arizona Beige Lariat
Captains Chairs Gen III(medium Parchment)
5.4L V-8
Moon Roof
Single CD
Bed Extender
Cab Steps
Towing Package
Ford Bed Mat
** Built 12/00 **
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I installed a lock on each side, and yes, it swings over with the locks installed.
I believe I used a 5/16" bit, which was a hair larger than the 1/4" lock shackle.
Look closely at how the 'spring latch' moves, then mark the position for the 5/16" hole on each side of the bracket...so that when the holes are drilled and the shackle is inserted through and through, the 'spring latch' would be prevented from being depressed.
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I believe I used a 5/16" bit, which was a hair larger than the 1/4" lock shackle.
Look closely at how the 'spring latch' moves, then mark the position for the 5/16" hole on each side of the bracket...so that when the holes are drilled and the shackle is inserted through and through, the 'spring latch' would be prevented from being depressed.
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Is it possible for someone to remove the bed extender if your tailgate is closed and locked?
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Bed Extender / Line-X Bedliner / Tinited Windows
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Mine: 2001 SuperCrew Lariat GenIII
Non Piston Slapping / 1.02 Radiator
Bright Red / Beige
5.4 / 3:55 LS / Tow Pkg.
Heated Seats / Captains Chairs
6 Disc CD / Moonroof / Sliding Rear Window
Bed Extender / Line-X Bedliner / Tinited Windows
The Wife's: 2001 Expedition Eddie Bauer
Med Wedgewood Blue / Tan Leather
Heated Seats / Moonroof / Rear Ent. System
Tinted Windows / 2nd Row Captains Chairs
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From: Eagan,MN.
Yes, it just snaps out with no problem.
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From: Rochester NH
I want to get a Bed Extender but they are pretty pricey from the dealership. Is there any difference between one from ford and a after market one. If not where is a good place to get one.
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Thanks for the great idea!
I saw your post the months ago and drilled my holes, (one is a little crooked, tight fit). My challenge was finding a padlock that would fit just right. I finally found a brushed silver Masterlock that fits tight up against the side of the truck, and I can still swing the extender in & out.
Thanks for the great idea!
I saw your post the months ago and drilled my holes, (one is a little crooked, tight fit). My challenge was finding a padlock that would fit just right. I finally found a brushed silver Masterlock that fits tight up against the side of the truck, and I can still swing the extender in & out.
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All the aftermarket xtenders I've seen are made by Steel Horse and are NOT the same as the Ford version. I bought one on the web for $199 after being told they were the same as Ford's by web site folks. When I discovered it was not (required adding hinges when SCREW already has mounting holes and was aluminum not stainless steel) I sent it back for a full refund. To their credit, the web site gave me a full refund and paid all shipping charges.
The Ford xtender is expensive UNLESS you get it with the truck ($195 MSRP, $166 invoice). As an add-on dealer MSRP is about $350. I have a friend who works at a Ford dealership and his price is about $275 (cost + 10%). I can't understand why it went from an MSRP of $195 to $350 and a dealer cost of $100 more, but that's the way it works, unfortunately.
BTW - I have seen Steel Horse version at local car/truck stores for $149.
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All the aftermarket xtenders I've seen are made by Steel Horse and are NOT the same as the Ford version. I bought one on the web for $199 after being told they were the same as Ford's by web site folks. When I discovered it was not (required adding hinges when SCREW already has mounting holes and was aluminum not stainless steel) I sent it back for a full refund. To their credit, the web site gave me a full refund and paid all shipping charges.
The Ford xtender is expensive UNLESS you get it with the truck ($195 MSRP, $166 invoice). As an add-on dealer MSRP is about $350. I have a friend who works at a Ford dealership and his price is about $275 (cost + 10%). I can't understand why it went from an MSRP of $195 to $350 and a dealer cost of $100 more, but that's the way it works, unfortunately.
BTW - I have seen Steel Horse version at local car/truck stores for $149.
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Added - WeatherTech window covers, Omni bug deflector, DrawTite Class III hitch, Husky Rear molded flaps, Custom rubber bed mat, SportMasters hinged vinyl tonneau
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Thanks for the information on the bed extender. I was wondering if you have had any luck with the radiator issue?
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Rhino Sprayed in bed linner, EXTANG Soft Tonno Cover, Ford Black running boards, Door protectors, Ford molded mud guards.
Thanks for the information on the bed extender. I was wondering if you have had any luck with the radiator issue?
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F150 Supercrew Island Blue, 5.4V8, Skid Plates, 3.55lmt slip, Captains chairs, Rear sliding window, Towing package.
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Rhino Sprayed in bed linner, EXTANG Soft Tonno Cover, Ford Black running boards, Door protectors, Ford molded mud guards.
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Well ladies and gentlemen just for the heck of it I tried to remove my bed extender with the tailgate closed and locked. And YES, the extender can be removed! It's a bit more difficult than with the gate down but it can be done.
Thanks FyrDawg for the tip! I'm gonna buy a couple locks and install them. Seems like cheap insurance compared to the cost of replacing a stolen bed extender.
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Mine: 2001 SuperCrew Lariat GenIII
Non Piston Slapping / 1.02 Radiator
Bright Red / Beige
5.4 / 3:55 LS / Tow Pkg.
Heated Seats / Captains Chairs
6 Disc CD / Moonroof / Sliding Rear Window
Bed Extender / Line-X Bedliner / Tinited Windows
The Wife's: 2001 Expedition Eddie Bauer
Med Wedgewood Blue / Tan Leather
Heated Seats / Moonroof / Rear Ent. System
Tinted Windows / 2nd Row Captains Chairs
Thanks FyrDawg for the tip! I'm gonna buy a couple locks and install them. Seems like cheap insurance compared to the cost of replacing a stolen bed extender.
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Mine: 2001 SuperCrew Lariat GenIII
Non Piston Slapping / 1.02 Radiator
Bright Red / Beige
5.4 / 3:55 LS / Tow Pkg.
Heated Seats / Captains Chairs
6 Disc CD / Moonroof / Sliding Rear Window
Bed Extender / Line-X Bedliner / Tinited Windows
The Wife's: 2001 Expedition Eddie Bauer
Med Wedgewood Blue / Tan Leather
Heated Seats / Moonroof / Rear Ent. System
Tinted Windows / 2nd Row Captains Chairs
