Chrisj

I had a small problem. I caused a small dimple in the sidewall of the bed of my truck and it bugs me. OK, so I thought, since I transport furniture often I really need a tie down point at the front stake (thats where the dimple is)

I never really liked any of the stake hole plug type anchors so I have been delaying.

Well after this tiny mishap and thinking I could cover it...I found a fancy (made for boats) cleat that is the shape of the Ford emblem and it is nice enough (IMHO) to have on the side of my truck.

So I plan on mounting this, I will post pics after installation.

What say you

Flame suit on!

iFord

If it's strong enough, should work.

Zixxer10r

I actually liked the older flare-side box F150s that had 3 cleats on each side. I say go for it!

Cowboy Wayne

I'm with them. It looks great and more importantly is functional, that's a no brainier. Now where can I find one?

zimmer0

iTrader: (1)

Function - A+
Form - huge F

There is really no other option?

Chrisj

West Marine is who I bought it from

http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs...2#.UcyxnvlJ51F

Chrisj

OK, I finally got brave enough to drill holes and mount these things. Im happy, I think they dress up the truck and I know I will use them. Some will say "you drilled holes in yer truck!!!!!" I know, but I like them better than any stake hole anchor.

Fordfan780

whoa, i dont know if i could drill haha. they don't look bad, and if you use them, then they are great. do they rattle? i bet they do...

Chrisj

No rattle, tight as a drum

kidastra

iTrader: (1)

how is it secured? I know when installing on boats you usually put a piece of wood behind the panel with bolts holding it, to help spread the weight around