2nd gen frame box plate kit

I wouldn't go so far as to say that this is going to keep your frame from bending in the event of a rear-end collision, but this does stiffen your frame for everyday trail use and long-term abuse. As far as accidents go, I would not consider this at all to be a preventive measure in that aspect.

 

@PSU Taco85
thoughts?

 

Is there a problem @HomerTaco ? If so, perhaps there's a friendly p.m. in order unless it's easier to tag a moderator and have them contact me with any questions concerns or issues.

 

Not at all good sir! Tagged my buddy who does welding to check out your thread. Nothing more than that.

 

Fuck yes

 

I am about to swap out my tired factory rear leaf springs with an OME Dakar set, do a U-bolt flip kit, and install extended Fox Shocks. I figure I will pull the bed off and stiffen up the whole rear with these frame boxing plates.

I have not looked under the truck to determine if I have to pull off the rear high clearance bumper. Do you think the bed can come off without pulling the rear bumper? It has tire swing out and is heavy so I would leave it if I can.

 

Should be able to pull the bed without pulling the bumper easily

 

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Nice - I know this is like the dreaded "subbed" but I like this a lot.

And with regards to crashes, calculated weakness is key. Plating your frame is for those that want strength and don't want as many cracks in their body panels .

Strength is good for wheeling. Weakness is good for crash tests. Look at the weak bumper mounts, thin sheet metal, crack-prone 'crumple zones, etc., as evidence the truck was designed and built for crash test results and low cost to manufacture. Look at reinforcements like this if you are trying to build something that can take a relative beating.

 

Where you able to snag any pics of your open style?

 

I've been looking for a kit like this for our trucks for a while. I may possibly be interested!

 

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Here is the windowed version. Allows access to the inside of the frame for cleanimg, or running fuel lines, power lines ect.

 

You have my attention! Have these been installed on any trucks? It'd be nice to see them on a truck.

 

Psst. Check the first post.

 

I'm referring to the open style

 

This is an awesome idea, isn't it stronger if you stitch weld INstead on straight up welding the whole seam?

Deff. Interested!

 

Stronger ? No, not necessarily, but anything is stronger than the stock open channel.

 

Have a 1st gen version and does it count in the gb?

 

I will draw up a set as soon as I get ahold of a first gen

 

I'm not able to get in on this group buy but I'll be picking up a set in January or February for sure