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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 07:20 PM
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I have a 98 xlt I'm considering replacing the bed have some rust issues. Now hold the laughter can I replace it with a different bed maybe a step side or a different model year other than 97-03
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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 07:39 PM
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Any 97-03 should work, not sure about different model year.
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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 07:47 PM
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97-03 should be plug and play any others I think there will have to be some mods done (mounting points come to mind to start with)
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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 07:49 PM
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The 04-08 beds might be possible, but there will be some custom fitting I would think. And possibly some rewiring for lights.
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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 07:54 PM
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Could I put on a step side bed within the correct years
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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 08:19 PM
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What size bed and what cab do you have?
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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 08:21 PM
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Xlt 6ft
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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 08:33 PM
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xlt is the trim level could be Regular cab, Super cab or super crew cab. Crew is 5 1/2ft bead super cab is 6 1/2 ft bead and regular can have 3 different size beds I think.
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Old Nov 6, 2015 | 09:09 PM
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You can use a step side that is the same length but you will need the rear bumper to go with it to look right.
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Old Nov 7, 2015 | 09:47 AM
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I wish I still had a picture but any things do able. I had a 98 come into the shop about a month ago that the owner put a bed off of a 2013 on to it. It looks super goofy but can be done.
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