Ford F-150 6.5 ft. Bed Removal on SuperCrew Cab - Easy Step-By-Step

[@Dassick89]

Incase anyone is wondering. They are NOT T50 Torx bolts. They are T50 Torx PLUS bolts. Torx bits use a 15 degree angle for the tooth engagement. Torx Plus has a 0 degree angle. So the engagement is much sharper allowing a lot more torque. I made the mistake of using torx impact sockets and got one out and then it blew up on the others. Before I realized they are torx plus. If you plan on replacinng these with regular hex bolts. You can get to the retaining clips under the frame and heat them with a torch. My 2001 f150 is now a farm truck/beater. The bolts do not come out. I live in the NE rust belt. neeeeeed heat.

[@Motorcarnut]

You’re correct, another viewer commented about that. I didn’t notice it and they all came out with the regular torx but definitely should use the plus. But I would not recommend using any type of flame near the fuel tank. If you have a bad vent valve etc. the tank can blow up and kill someone, so I would say NO to the average person!!!

[@jackryan4313]

@@MotorcarnutI def shouldn't use heat cuz uuuhhhh I'm doing this to get to the tank, which started leaking big time out of nowhere

[@Motorcarnut]

@jackryan4313 No! Just the flumes can cause fuel to ignite. Be careful!!!

[@davidslee101]

I wish all car repair videos were like yours - concise, easy to understand, and you clearly show the exact screw you are taking about. I'm subscribed.

[@Motorcarnut]

Thank you very much for the comment and sub!!!

[@thrownkillerx69]

First time seeing those bolts come off that easy. Idk how many T50 we have broke. We usually cut the heads off then pull the bed.

[@Motorcarnut]

I did soak them overnight but did use my strongest impact to get them out.

[@josephsimon3721]

@@Motorcarnutdid your bed have the nuts on the bolts on the bottom side too?

[@Motorcarnut]

Yes, like a nut bracket underneath where the bolts screw into.

[@bryanrocker5033]

Good straight forward video. One word of CAUTION. Never put your body under an object that is suspended by a mechanical device. Mechanical things fail.

[@Motorcarnut]

You’re right! I tell my crew all the time.

[@dustinlampston7618]

A jack stand is a mechanical device

[@robertpoindexter8616]

@@dustinlampston7618not quite. But I see your point.

[@dustinlampston7618]

@@robertpoindexter8616 the very definition of mechanical is MOVING PARTS

[@bikerguitardude]

Just found out the hard way that on the 5.5' bed, Ford moved the tank or fuel pump under the cab. I'll have to drop the tank anyways. 2011 F-150 5.0 v8 2x4, 12' wheel base, 28 gallon tank. Hope this saves someone some of the trouble I had! It took me 3 hours to remove the bed bolts because one of the T50's stripped. Had to weld a nut to get it out. Oh well, lesson learned! 😂😂 I'll use ratchet straps and frame members to drop the tank. 🤘😎🤘

[@Motorcarnut]

Thank you for the post, I wasn’t aware of that. Good info for others. Appreciate the feedback.

[@MrCrossry]

Love the way you explained the details of the job. nicely done. Thanks

[@Motorcarnut]

And thank you for taking the time to comment, really appreciate it.

[@KLR-650]

That was a great video. I have been looking for a used non-rusted truck bed for my f-150 but was worried about how to take the bed off. This was very helpful.

[@Motorcarnut]

Thank you ! Appreciate the comment

[@Celtics20]

Did you replace your bed? If yes, How did it go? I need to replace my rusted out bed too soon.

[@Motorcarnut]

@Celtics20 No, bed is perfect, just took it off to access fuel pump for the video.

[@doneadiizua76]

Thanks for sharing this. Its best to wire brush those bolts and sturate them with penetrating oil like WD 40 for a week like you said before attempting to get them out. Thats what I am going to do on my 2010 F-150,

[@Motorcarnut]

Thank you for the comment! Appreciated! Yes that’s the hardest part if they don’t come off so soak them and never use heat near the gas tank. Good luck!

[@MKGngy]

I highly appreciate this comment as I'm going to be replacing my bed for the same truck !😂

[@Motorcarnut]

Thank you and good luck!

[@Safetyguy56]

Nicely done - very good video on how little is actually required to complete this task - thanks

[@Motorcarnut]

Thanks for the comment!

[@CSmith-oz4wp]

Found your video just what I needed. I think I need to get to my fuel pump the fuel gauge isn’t working properly may have to replace it. Looks like lifting the bed off would be the simplest.

[@Motorcarnut]

Yes, with a little effort, it's better than being on your back.

[@bikerguitardude]

Only of you have the 6.5' bed. Make sure your pump isn't under the cab like mine! Maybe I can save you a my headache!

[@dm7097]

I used the same setup to remove the bed on my old ‘95 Chevy truck. Those bolted in from underneath the bed. Fun job in the rust belt. I actually used ratchet straps tied to the corners of the bed and hooked onto the engine hoist. Worked well.

[@Motorcarnut]

Yep, not that bad to remove

[@krukabman]

Liked the video. I noticed your gas door is sprung! If you remove it you can repair it with a series of washers and a screw to keep it from backing out again. I drilled a pilot hole and heated the screw before inserting it. (Not much room for Error) Another thing I have found when working with seized fasteners don’t go balls out straight away!! Just bump the impact a bit to shock the threads at first. I was trying to see how hard the bolts are to remove? I have to remove the bed to get my cab corners replaced.. And many times when I lived in the rust belt I would work them in and out several times using a light weight penetrating fluid every time I changed direction.

[@Motorcarnut]

The spring on the gas cap works just fine now. I was sick of replacing the whole assembly every 3 years or so. The bolts have to be soaked overnight and yes the way you said you go back and fourth a couple of times to break them loose. That's how I did it.

[@krukabman]

@@Motorcarnut I repaired my gas cap door with factory spring the pin walks out The way I repaired it with washers in a screw and press the pin back in. It will never walk out again.

[@Motorcarnut]

Great idea!

[@tcmits3699]

Ford should've just made some reinforced square holes and used plain old carriage type bolts, kinda like the bolts holding the bumper on 😂 did a Dakota, piece a cake, made a bed dolly from old kitchen table. Mount 4 swivel casters on table top, flip over with legs up, supports bed and very easy to maneuver

[@Motorcarnut]

Great point! Thanks for the comment

[@gsmith6255]

Enjoyed the video you sound like Joe Pesci. Thanks

[@Motorcarnut]

Thank you!

[@brisonculpepper8079]

Yeah he does 🤣

[@kovuk9]

Stupid question but here it is anyways LOL. When re installing the bed or a new bed in my case, what is the easiest way to line it up? would you suggest screwing in longer pieces of something like all thread into the mounting holes to be able slide the bed down on then remove them to put the mounting screws in? would that make it easier or is there a different way?

[@Motorcarnut]

Actually, the bed is not that heavy with two people, you can just place it pretty much where it has to go and thread all the bolts in loose then measure from the bed to the cab equal on both side then tighten all the bolts down.

[@Sheeeeeeeeeeeeiiitt]

Another great video. Thank you for sharing.

[@Motorcarnut]

Thanks, I really appreciate the comment!

[@user-my5nr3il3q]

The bolts were fucking miserable. Broke three t50s using a 1/2 impact. So I grinded all of the bolts off and used the ones from the donor bed

[@Motorcarnut]

That’s the hardest part. When you install the other bolts in put a lot of waterproof grease on the bolts. The torx bolts have no torque for such a long and usually rusted bolt. They’re ridiculous, why not normal hex bolts countersunk in the bed.

[@Spard.]

Hello nice video thank you for the content! i own a 1999 ford svt lightning and i am desperately looking for a complete bed to be delivered to french polynesia can someone help me thank you

[@Motorcarnut]

Your best bet is to look at salvage yards online that will deliver that far. My guess it will be expensive.

[@brooster87]

Excellent. Thank you for such great detail. Very clear.

[@Motorcarnut]

You're very welcome! Thanks for the comment!

[@theace1602]

my bed is coated with bedliner the bolts included. is that problematic? i didnt think about that at the time. I need to pull the bed to replace a fuel pump assembly and do an undercoat. have to have the bed off to know what model assembly i have there is like 3 different options apparently

[@Motorcarnut]

Not really, just clean the heads of the bolts so you don’t strip them.

[@kosh9639]

Yes, I do have an engine Hoist like that... 🤔

[@Motorcarnut]

Then it can be done by yourself.

[@goatmaster3387]

Can I use my 2 post lift to pick it up or is the metal on the sides too weak to support the bed

[@Motorcarnut]

Definitely, not a problem

[@Mc-my1pe]

Thank you sir

[@Motorcarnut]

All the best!

[@skjanitorial]

Thank you for a great video

[@Motorcarnut]

Thank you as well for the comment!

[@LavaKimo]

I need to replace the fuel tank vent valve. Do you think I could unbolt the bed and just lift the one side get access to replace that part?

[@Motorcarnut]

Absolutely, What you can do is take out all the bolts accept the ones near the tailgate, those leave in a couple of thread so when you lift the front the bed won't side. Take off the bolts for the filler neck and you should be good to go. It's not that heavy either.

[@settepiani]

Hi, thanks for the video. Could you write how much does it weight approximately? Can we lift it up in two? Thanks so much.

[@Motorcarnut]

About 250lbs. 2 men should lift it off no problem.

[@BThompson08]

Did you reuse the same bed bolts when you reinstalled it?

[@Motorcarnut]

Yes, they were in good shape and I greased them so would be easier for next time.

[@imequationzyt]

What are those little steel bars called? That hold the bed to the frame

[@Motorcarnut]

I’m not sure what you’re referring to? I think you’re talking about the support bars?

[@patrickrobbins8563]

*****T50PLUS not a regular T50

[@Motorcarnut]

Yes, but some were the regular T50

[@flossie713]

What crane did you use and where did you buy it? Great video!

[@Motorcarnut]

I used my engine hoist. You can find them at HarborFreight and even on Amazon. Get a 2 ton model if possible

[@stevenlentzjr6066]

good video. thanks man

[@Motorcarnut]

No problem, thank you

[@thomasv5596]

T50 Torx plus

[@Motorcarnut]

They are good, what about them?

[@thomasv5596]

@@Motorcarnut thats what that bolt takes, a regular t50 will work, but you will have some slippage, it is actually a t50 torx plus bit required to remove the bolts that hold the bed down. Just mentioning to maybe help someone else, I just removed my bed a few days ago.

[@Motorcarnut]

Good info, you know, I used the regular one and didn’t realise it was the plus even though I have those as well,lol.

[@thomasv5596]

@@Motorcarnut thanks for the video it helped me out alot.

[@Motorcarnut]

Glad to hear, thank you as well for the update!

[@dannypalmer7701]

Bumba!

[@Motorcarnut]

Ok

[@yadirabella1]

It's that T18 socket?

[@Motorcarnut]

No, T50 Torx

[@edwardlandry1113]

Connecticut?

[@Motorcarnut]

Nope

[@joshrussell8507]

It's a torx plus size 45 for the bed bolts!

[@Motorcarnut]

On yours? Mine were T50

[@AngelRodriguez-rq3xv]

What if you 4 total not 6 bolts

[@Motorcarnut]

If you have only 4 bolts? What vehicle you working on?

[@MrBacco17]

@@Motorcarnut I believe the 5.5ft box only has 4 bolts.

[@Motorcarnut]

Ok, makes sense. Some other manufacturers use 6

[@MrBacco17]

@@Motorcarnut Gotcha, Yeah I have a 2011 F150 with the 5.5ft box and it only has 4 bolts. Thanks for the helpful video. I have to pull mine off at some point thanks to Midwest salt haha.

[@jakecharping8679]

Cherry picker*

[@Motorcarnut]

Yes, that’ll work.

[@rickg6380]

Thank you so much it was helpful

[@Motorcarnut]

No problem, thanks for the comment!