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I like the idea. But if that is complete? You now have all the weight of the batteries riding on the inner fender apron. That metal box is a hot spot if you wear through any of the wires. I don't want to sound negative. It needs the braces and support brackets to share the weight and provide...

Hey do what you want. But I spent 3 months after work removing a brush in liner out of this M1009. I thought the same thing and a crafty Dura Back salesmen gave me a 2 gallon military OD green sample at N/C to try on my floor. He stayed there and helped apply it. And used it to show a few people...

I hope that helps. I welded plates in the areas that the hinges mount on the inside. Everything I used was 12 gauge galvaneal. Anywhere you can drill and weld up top at the upper corners is going to give the gate strength. I hope that helps. they are usually broken loose from the inner structure...

[thumbzup]I never added anything to the floor after the Line X. And yes I did secure a few of the air cleaner mufflers from the old 5.7 Buicks and Oldsmobiles diesel V8's over the years and put them on the trucks . It did a world of difference for sound. Even at 85.:-):popcorn:Sounded like 55.

I took the pictures of the M1009 to show the places that I used the 12 gauge galvaneal to do patch work. The strip across the top of the gate is welded on. You can see the welds under the Line X. I used brush seals from overhead truck doors in lieu of the OEM rubber window seals. The OEM door...

I don't know if this helps you or not. I have been buying replacement part's from brothertrucks.com I have been happy with the quality of the parts I received. They sell replacement tailgates for the CUCV pickups that have the CHEVROLET stamped into them and they fit well. Time will tell if they...

Scour the salvage yards. If you were not so far I have a few OEM gates that could use some work to get them back in shape. I am thinking that someone has gates somewhere. I went thru the Gap and still see the same CUCV's parked in the back lot going to rust. A couple of the M1009 have perfect...

I just looked at my bill the other day. They primed and cleaned my floors in my M1009 before they applied the Line X. It was an up charge but it was worth it and it looks really good years after it was completed. I will post a few pictures.

Any chance of some pictures of what it looks like now? I can do that tomorrow. I have some CUCV work to do in the garage and outside CUCV work if the rain stops. I will post some pictures of my progress on a few projects.

Opinion. I would opt for a Line X sprayed in floor lining. That rubber mat makes a happy home for Mr rust. And he never sleeps and is always hungry. His entire family loves eating M1009's for everyday all 3 meals. they get hungrier and hungrier. Till there is nothing left to eat and then they...

Wow. I would rebuilt the entire tailgate. I guess I have more patience and thrift for saving things. The knock off gate may look pretty but it is pin spot welded and with any use they do not hold up. Rust is a pain to fix. But a dented gate can be had and fixed pretty cheap. My opinion. I know...

It is Galvanealed not the same as galvanized. Similar but not as toxic. It is very durable material. We make rear door frames for trucks out of it. I never seen it rust. It tarnishes but not rust. Maybe after a long time but 12 gauge is thick but still workable. Makes nice patches. Your avatar...

This is a trick I used to repair the cracked tailgates. It seems to work. I have had it on a couple gates for 5+ years. I can get the measurements. But you are at your gate working. I shear a strip of 12 gauge galvaneal steel. Or stainless or sheet steel. A thin strip to cover the flat on...