Re: Tie-Downs

From: bernd@texas.net
Date: Mon Sep 18 2000 - 16:28:34 EDT


I took it one step further.

I installed four "Hidden" Tie Downs on the top (outside) of the bed with grade-
8 bolts. Going through the top/side gives you three layers of steel instead of
two. :)

- Bernd

> While I am sure the Dakota-savvy DML'rs have probably tried this at one
> time, I had never seen it posted so I thought I would share my discovery.
>
> The Gen III Daks have those two (almost worthless) tie-downs in the front
> of the bed, actually recessed into the bed.
>
> I was at the hardware store today and at the counter they were selling
> carabiners (3") as "cool" keyring accessories.
>
> I bought 2 and attached them to the in-the-bed tie-downs. The really nice
> part of this is that they completely disappear into the well when not in
> use (so you don't have to worry about scratching something laid on top) but
> they pop right out if you want to tie something down and make that whole
> evolution a heck of a lot easier than fishing rope around that little post.
>
> Cost $2.12
>
> Preacher
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