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RCI Slider Install, Impossible Bolts?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by WestCoastBestCoast, Aug 27, 2021.

  1. Aug 27, 2021 at 12:40 PM
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    WestCoastBestCoast

    WestCoastBestCoast [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I’m currently in the process of trying to install RCI sliders on my truck, but the darn bolts on the bottom of the frame are impossible?

    I’ve soaked ‘em in PB Blaster for at least 16 hours, and they only budge a tiny bit.

    And I’m starting to strip one of them (pictured).

    Anybody have similar issues installing sliders?
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  2. Aug 27, 2021 at 3:42 PM
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    WestCoastBestCoast

    WestCoastBestCoast [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Nevermind. Son of a gun was hard, but nobody’s keeping me from my sliders.
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  3. Aug 27, 2021 at 3:48 PM
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    pinem56

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    Rachet strap placed around both frame rails to compress and take load off the cross member helps get the bolts both out and back in.
     
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  4. Aug 27, 2021 at 3:53 PM
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  5. Aug 27, 2021 at 4:14 PM
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    Sliders, Tailgate Liner
    Well done!
     

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