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DIY Rotopak tailgate mount

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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 10:22 PM
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So I came across a Rotopak gas can and didn't know where to put it.

Got some square tube and plate, had an idea and this is my 80% solution.



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Removed the tail gate bolts and lined up the square tube.

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Tube inserted and centered, bolted in.



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Plate held in place (temp) with self taping screws (will weld in once I can get to brut4ce)



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Fit check, all functions well. Not rattle and no corner inference.


I think I'll weld a center cross piece between the tow support tubes to eliminate flex or movement while on the rocks.

I plan on having Travis weld the plate to the square tube since he could weld under water with his eyes closed.

Over all pretty happy with it, now I just need to find a fancy Rotopak locking thing.

Last edited by Sgt Mack; Aug 2, 2013 at 10:36 PM.
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