Installation Instructions
The Extendo Bed Frame Assembly
will be shipped completely assembled and can be installed
as such if means are available to handle the assembly.
The same instructions apply to the installation of the Anchor
Frame, whether it is installed separately or as a complete
EXTENDO BED assembly.
The EXTENDO BED unit consists of three main members: the
Anchor Frame (bolts to vehicle floor), the Transfer Frame
(has the H-beam members), and the Cargo Frame. See Frame
Assembly
To begin installation, place the Extendo Bed unit in the
vehicle with the lock and pull handles toward the rear.
Be certain the Extendo Bed unit
is completely closed. (In the closed position, the spring
loaded lock handle wedges securely behind the lock angle
that is welded to the left back corner of the Anchor
Frame). In this position, there will be no movement
of any of the members of the Extendo Bed unit.
Locate the unit in the desired position, as close to the
rear of the vehicle as possible. Most units will be mounted
so that there is approximately 1 inch clearance between the
Extendo Bed lock handle and the tail gate or rear door of
the vehicle. Also check to make sure that any pre-built cargo
carrier will clear doors and gates in the closed position.
Before drilling any holes
in the floor of the vehicle, check to verify there are
no obstructions under the vehicle, in line with the
holes that are to be drilled for bolting the Anchor
Frame down (fuel tanks and lines, wiring, struts, etc.).
Center punch holes and drill with a 9/16" drill
bit, after drilling a small pilot hole (~~ 3/8").
Use great care when drilling, particularly around
fuel tanks.
Four Grade 8, high strength, ½" diameter
bolts are provided with each unit.
After the front holes have been drilled in the bed
of the vehicle, the longer bolts (if there are two different
lengths) are used at the front of the vehicle, with
lock washers placed under the head of the bolt.
The Tie Down Anchor (a ¼" thick by 2 ½"
steel flat bar, approx. 14" - 24" long, with
½" nylon lock nuts welded to the under side)
is placed beneath the vehicle bed toward the front,
and the bolts are screwed in from the top.
(Many trucks and vans will have a heat shield between the
vehicle bed and the exhaust pipe. These can generally
be pulled down far enough for the anchor to slip between
it and the truck bed.)
Once secured up front, the unit can be pulled out to
expose the back holes for drilling and installation.
The large ½" flat washers, lock washers,
and nuts are placed under the rear of the vehicle. Tighten
all bolts to a firm, snug fit.
TWO TRACK GUARD ANGLES (1 ½"x 1 ½"x
1/8" steel angles, approximately the same length
as the Extendo Bed) are included and are to be attached
to the floor of the vehicle to prevent small objects
from interfering with the frame rollers.
Leave a minimum ½" clear between the guard angles
and the H-Beams of the Transfer Frame.
The guard angles are attached to the bed of the vehicle by
#10 self tapping screws that are included.
The EXTENDO BED assembly installation is now complete.
NOTE:
If it is necessary to disassemble the Extendo Bed to
handle it during installation, this can be done by
removing the four Roller Stops (1 ½" X 1 ½" by
3/16" angles, approximately 3 ¼" long) that
are bolted to the ends of the Transfer Frame. It is important
that they be reinstalled as they were before disassembly.
If this is necessary, call 1-800-752-0706 for additional
pointers. We would be happy to walk you through any problems.
Additional Installation Notes for 1992 and Newer SUV's
Photos showing vehicle
requirements for installation in a 2003 Ford Expedition
FOR ANY QUESTIONS DURING INSTALLATION,
CALL 1-800-752-0706
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