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recycledsole · #1 11-13-2012, 08:27 AM

hey guys, i would appreciate anyones help on this.
i want to build walls on my pick up truck for leaf and debris collection. so i can haul more things more securely.
i have a toyota tundra with 6.5' bed.

i will use 4 2X4s in the stake holes @ 4' each.
i will use 1/2" plywood walls @ 4' high. (is this too high)?

the things im concerned about are
1) the box is attached to the truck only by 1 lag bolt in each 2X4. doesnt seem secure enough. is it?
2) the 2X4s going in the stake holes being modified to a smaller size to fit the opening. will they break? is there metal - square steel tubing?

do i put the plywood on the inside or outside of the 2X4? i think outside would be better

thank you!

recycledsole · #2 11-13-2012, 08:52 AM

thinking to use a 2X4 across the back to secure it and a hinged door above the tailgate.
top will be open, covered with mesh tarp

willretire@40 · #3 11-13-2012, 08:53 AM

Should hold fine. put the plywood on the inside of the 2x4. Use a mesh tarp on top of the box.
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willretire@40 · #4 11-13-2012, 08:54 AM

I am using a tarp for the top and the back. Didnt feel like making a door. Tarp works good so far.
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recycledsole · #5 11-13-2012, 09:29 AM

do the 2X4s have to be cut exaclty the size of the stake

agrostis · #6 11-13-2012, 01:24 PM

Use 3/8 plywood, it's lighter and you will be shocked at how much a 1/2 inch thick, 4 x 8' plywood sheet cost's.

recycledsole · #7 11-13-2012, 07:00 PM

ok thank you

STIHL GUY · #8 11-17-2012, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by agrostis

Use 3/8 plywood, it's lighter and you will be shocked at how much a 1/2 inch thick, 4 x 8' plywood sheet cost's.

i agree...no need for 1/2''

i put my plywood on the outside and also had to cut the 2x4s down to fit them in the stake pockets...as long as everything is secured and sturdy they wont break