P500 P500 steel bed build

[Code54]

Figured I would put a few photos of the bed i built a while back. It is all steel, weights about 50lbs and is extremely solid.
The entire idea behind this was versatility and adaptability. I mainly use my machine for fun and wanted to be able to adapt the bed to where we are riding and what I am doing. Now and then I use the P500 to hunt if I am alone (We have a FXT Mule we mostly use for work and hunting) and wanted to be able to adapt it for that also. I am going to weld up some bow and gun racks soon but so far I have a decider, a rear gate and mounts for my cargo box and fuel packs. It is all costed with RAPTOR liner bed liner and the rear gate has two pins to secure it on the bottom and each side has a pin to lock it on so it has NO rattles and is very solid.
Everything uses quick clamps and can slide from front to rear as needed (basically a rail system)
Anyway here are some photos if anyone is interested:

 

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[Hondasxs]

That looks like a fairly universal rack you put together there. Nice job!
And with 6 gallons of gas you could spend 2 days on the trail at a moderate pace. Wouldn't that be sweet. lol.

 

[Code54]

Thanks. The idea is I can make new attachments easily (Crossbow mounts, firearm mounts, weed wacker mount, etc) and just change them out in a few seconds.

 

[JACKAL]

That is a pretty innovative design, should offer great flexibility!

 

[Chooglin]

Nice work and a great design !!!..............did you spray that with truck bed liner ?

 

[Code54]

Yes Sir - I mostly use Raptor liner as it is fairly reasonable and works extremely well. Been using it for a few years on farm implements and ATV related items and it seems to hold up well and doesn't fade. The nice thing is if you by the kit (little over 100 bucks) the spray gun is included and works with most reasonably sized compressors.
If you are interested here is a link:
U-Pol® Raptor Spray-On Truck Bed Liner Kit

Thanks for the compliments guys

 

[Moose308]

Yes Sir - I mostly use Raptor liner as it is fairly reasonable and works extremely well. Been using it for a few years on farm implements and ATV related items and it seems to hold up well and doesn't fade. The nice thing is if you by the kit (little over 100 bucks) the spray gun is included and works with most reasonably sized compressors.
If you are interested here is a link:
U-Pol® Raptor Spray-On Truck Bed Liner Kit

Thanks for the compliments guys

Terrific idea and quality work. I'm impressed.

 

[Code54]

Thank you Sir!

 

[Montecresto]

Thanks. The idea is I can make new attachments easily (Crossbow mounts, firearm mounts, weed wacker mount, etc) and just change them out in a few seconds.

Very very nice!! I'm interested in the back up lights, what are they.

 

[solrus]

Good job, as always !

 

[Gem99Ultra]

Figured I would put a few photos of the bed i built a while back. It is all steel, weights about 50lbs and is extremely solid.
The entire idea behind this was versatility and adaptability. I mainly use my machine for fun and wanted to be able to adapt the bed to where we are riding and what I am doing. Now and then I use the P500 to hunt if I am alone (We have a FXT Mule we mostly use for work and hunting) and wanted to be able to adapt it for that also. I am going to weld up some bow and gun racks soon but so far I have a decider, a rear gate and mounts for my cargo box and fuel packs. It is all costed with RAPTOR liner bed liner and the rear gate has two pins to secure it on the bottom and each side has a pin to lock it on so it has NO rattles and is very solid.
Everything uses quick clamps and can slide from front to rear as needed (basically a rail system)
Anyway here are some photos if anyone is interested:
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Excellent piece of work Code54! The planning and forethought certainly shows up in your wok. Nice welding as well. I don't suppose you have any plans or dimensions around on it, do you? I wouldn't mind trying my hand at building one for myself. I do have the skill, but not the brain power to envision the layout. I especially like your adjustable divider.
Great pictures too. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Code54]

I looked up the lights and found this:
2X 18W CREE LED Work Lamp Light Flood Truck Jeep Offroad Fog driving Bar 12V/24V - they were off of Ebay back in early 2015 -$22 at the time. They fit up really well and are still going strong so I would still recommend them.

As for plans - hate to say I don't have any. I just ran down to the local metal supplier and bought up some odds and ends and found the base in the scrap pile (lot cheaper). If you want some more info let me know and I can take some rough measurements for ya. Just sort of had an idea and started putting it together.
The clamps are from Kawasaki, kind of pricey but work perfect!

All I ever changed was I added some little rubber washers to the back gate so there is NO movement or rattle. It is still holding up perfect and with out any damage. One of these days I am going to build a bow rack that can quick attach to it when I get sometime.

 

[Montecresto]

I looked up the lights and found this:
2X 18W CREE LED Work Lamp Light Flood Truck Jeep Offroad Fog driving Bar 12V/24V - they were off of Ebay back in early 2015 -$22 at the time. They fit up really well and are still going strong so I would still recommend them.

As for plans - hate to say I don't have any. I just ran down to the local metal supplier and bought up some odds and ends and found the base in the scrap pile (lot cheaper). If you want some more info let me know and I can take some rough measurements for ya. Just sort of had an idea and started putting it together.
The clamps are from Kawasaki, kind of pricey but work perfect!

All I ever changed was I added some little rubber washers to the back gate so there is NO movement or rattle. It is still holding up perfect and with out any damage. One of these days I am going to build a bow rack that can quick attach to it when I get sometime.

Thanks Code54. If it's not too much trouble, at your convenience would you measure the back up lights length, and possibly take a picture of the mounting configuration and post both? Thanks in advance.

 

[Code54]

Sure - will be glad to. If its ok I will get it all together in the next day or two as work has me on the road.

 

[Montecresto]

Sure - will be glad to. If its ok I will get it all together in the next day or two as work has me on the road.

Absolutely, most appreciated!

 

[Code54]

Sorry for the delay, between work, family and a cold I was a little behind - my apologizes!
Here are some photos and close ups that may help. I took some measurements and listed them also.
You have a lot of give on the size of the bed. I made mine on the smaller size because I often am in really tight woods with off camber trails so the narrowness helps with keeping my gas cans from scraping trees and such.
Let me know if there is anything else you all want pictures of (or better measurements)

 

[Montecresto]

Sorry for the delay, between work, family and a cold I was a little behind - my apologizes!
Here are some photos and close ups that may help. I took some measurements and listed them also.
You have a lot of give on the size of the bed. I made mine on the smaller size because I often am in really tight woods with off camber trails so the narrowness helps with keeping my gas cans from scraping trees and such.
Let me know if there is anything else you all want pictures of (or better measurements)


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Thanks for those pictures. I found that size on Amazon, will order now.

 

[Skeeter]

Figured I would put a few photos of the bed i built a while back. It is all steel, weights about 50lbs and is extremely solid.
The entire idea behind this was versatility and adaptability. I mainly use my machine for fun and wanted to be able to adapt the bed to where we are riding and what I am doing. Now and then I use the P500 to hunt if I am alone (We have a FXT Mule we mostly use for work and hunting) and wanted to be able to adapt it for that also. I am going to weld up some bow and gun racks soon but so far I have a decider, a rear gate and mounts for my cargo box and fuel packs. It is all costed with RAPTOR liner bed liner and the rear gate has two pins to secure it on the bottom and each side has a pin to lock it on so it has NO rattles and is very solid.
Everything uses quick clamps and can slide from front to rear as needed (basically a rail system)
Anyway here are some photos if anyone is interested:
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Relay like the design. Very professional. One question ? The clams you have part number are where I may find them.

 

[Code54]

Here you go
Amazon.com: KAWASAKI KQR MOUNTING CLAMPS SET OF 2 MULE PRO-FXT PRO-DXT PRO-FX EPS KAF080-012: Automotive

 

[Fordman]

Looks great ! Nice job