I wanted a tie-down system for carrying cargo on the deck of the tractor, but I did not like the looks or utility
of the traditional D rings. I used the Slide-N-lock tie down system, which I bought at Arizona Trucks: http://www.aztrucks.com I paid $123.95, including shipping.
Slide-N-Lock's unique system allows you to position tie-downs right where you need them in seconds. Just pull the spring-loaded
locking pin to slide the tie point smoothly and easily to the specific locating hole you want, attach your cargo and go. The
Slide-N-Lock rails are made of high grade, T-6 Anodized Aluminum, and all locking pins and hardware are Stainless Steel for
years of rust-free service. The capacity is 1,000lbs. per tie point in any direction.
The rails come as a set, and are available in 7", 22", 68", and 93". I used the 68" set, which come with 4 tie rings.
I wanted an additional 2 rings, and discovered it was cheaper to order the 7" set of rails, which come with 2 rings, than
to order the rings separately. The rails come as either natural aluminum (silver) or powder coated black.
The rails mount via 1/4-20 stanless bolts every 10". In my application I had to tap the frame rail of the truck body
where I mounted them - since there was no access to the back of the bolts. I used black silicon caulk around the holes and
on the bolt threads to keep water out of the bed rail (which is square tubing).
| Here is what the black ones look like |
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| Tapping the bed rail |
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| The steel is soft, so it was easy, and the tracks secure well |
| The finished product |
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| The short ones are at the side of the front box |
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