Closed - Internal Stiffeners

@NoOne

Would you say this is "good enough" ?



Only looks a little off since it's "floating" above your bracket, but also because I made the hole larger by 0.2"

Although your other one has the slot marked slightly offset compared to the first one.



My old speed for cutting 16 gauge was 110ipm. This was done at 249ipm and the rear came out with far less dross even.

 

Looks great to me from here!

 

And just to confirm again, not a single 2nd or 3rd Genner is in the Fresno County interested in a set right?

 

Is there a video I missed that shows a complete install?

 

Measurements and where to measure from are in the first post.

Detailed instructions are here -

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/kwik-fab-internal-bed-stiffeners.837114/page-49#post-30063057

I'd make a video but no one that has purchased a set lives near me.

 

You’re two months too late. Although, I wouldn’t call Oceanside close. Hahaha

 

I have a bad habit of lying.

I say I'm going to do something this weekend, and end up doing it days beforehand.

Every.freaking.time.

 

After cutting another 4-5 small test pieces, I ran with the file to cut a single set out.

Came out as expected

 

Promote ahead of contemporaries.

 

I will be bending and welding this set up this weekend, and look to buying more steel later in the week to fulfill more orders.

We're back in business

 

Under promise, over perform. The mark of a real craftsman.

S@lesmen (spit, sorry for the bad language...) - they are the ones who over promise and under perform.

 

Glad you're now happy with the cuts on your table!!! How much sleep did you lose over that???

 

Send me an invoice

 

It “looks” good. You could also compare to the paper template as well. The ovals only help use the cable management clips. The oversize allows the clip to grasp the original panel by expanding on the backside (thus the oversize). Once I have them back, they’ll be ready to install and I can let you know. Things were so close to begin with, the clip cuts were more of a finishing touch. I just wish my drill press didn’t have so much walk. I miss having oxy/acetylene (won’t even dream plasma).

 

Hey that's a cool idea about over-sizing the cable management clip slots in the bracket so if desired, the original clips could be re-used. I had planned to fab up a new plastic bracket but this would save some time for sure and maintain an OEM look (for weirdos like me that actually like that )

 

You'll notice the slots do seem a bit oversized in my revised parts.

My only gripe now is that the hole on the L bracket seems really close to the edge. I'll simply need to ensure I bolt on the hardware with the nut even with the edge prior to welding it on.

 

I did use the template you sent, still got it.

And it lines up well, but then it doesn't if you angle it the slightest.

Like I mentioned I matched it up on one set you drilled out, but it's slightly offset on the second.

Though I believe this works anyway due to the slotted holes on the internal bracket which allows for adjustment.

Along with cutting, bending, and welding two sets tomorrow, I'd like to work on the set you sent me so I can get them back to you soon.

Got a little something cut out for you as a small thanks.

 

Who in my 2nd batch can perform an install in a reasonable time frame after receiving their stiffeners?

Wanting to confirm the new revision since I'll be making a set today that's unspoken for.

Messaged 3 times since Thursday, no reply!