2020 Ranger in bed tie down bolts

[Sigrunner]

I have tie down spots in the back by the tail gate and at the front of the bed. There is a spot to put some in the middle but I want to utilize the already threaded holes but need to know the thread pattern. I took out one of the bolts of the other tie downs and took it to Tractor Supply to see if I could find some. I could not find one in standard or metric. I really would like to find an eye bolt to put in one of the holes. Thanks for any help.

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[cfhgarza]

They are M8 bolts. I used these https://www.amazon.com/Eowpower-Thr...22&pd_rd_i=B01NBN7L55&ref_=pd_bap_m_rp_1_1_dc

 

[Sigrunner]

Thanks, those should work.

 

[Filobeddoe]

They are M8 bolts. I used these https://www.amazon.com/Eowpower-Thr...22&pd_rd_i=B01NBN7L55&ref_=pd_bap_m_rp_1_1_dc

Yes they work and seem to make a reasonably sturdy anchor point/ tie-down. I have all 6 tie-downs NOW (long story) so I don't need for the middle pair of tie-downs. I found 2 unused tapped holes upper bed near cab (both sides) where I mounted them

 

[GavG Ranger]

Yes they work and seem to make a reasonably sturdy anchor point/ tie-down. I have all 6 tie-downs NOW (long story) so I don't need for the middle pair of tie-downs. I found 2 unused tapped holes upper bed near cab (both sides) where I mounted them

Are your new tie downs higher up in the bed. I keep loading the bed and then go through the PITA process of trying to loop through the lower tie downs next to the loaded bed.

 

[Filobeddoe]

Are your new tie downs higher up in the bed. I keep loading the bed and then go through the PITA process of trying to loop through the lower tie downs next to the loaded bed.

No - but there are two "hidden" unused tapped holes (one hole on each side) above the tie-downs near the cab (a few inches below side rails).

BTW I didn't the same exact M8 eye bolts that cfhgarza referred to - I got marine grade stainless steel ones for about $8.00 ea. Either would be good

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B3VG8R9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[ryyck]

That sounds like a great idea. Can you post a pic of the bolts that you placed in the new found tapped holes? I'd like to see where the holes are in the bed of the truck. Thanks.

 

[slowmachine]

No - but there are two "hidden" unused tapped holes (one hole on each side) above the tie-downs near the cab (a few inches below side rails).

BTW I didn't the same exact M8 eye bolts that cfhgarza referred to - I got marine grade stainless steel ones for about $8.00 ea. Either would be good

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B3VG8R9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Not a metallurgist, but I would be wary of stainless bolts in a carbon steel insert in salted-road country. The presence of an electrolyte makes everything worse. Many years of grief with Volkswagens...

 

[Filobeddoe]

That sounds like a great idea. Can you post a pic of the bolts that you placed in the new found tapped holes? I'd like to see where the holes are in the bed of the truck. Thanks.

Sure can

 

[Filobeddoe]

Not a metallurgist, but I would be wary of stainless bolts in a carbon steel insert in salted-road country. The presence of an electrolyte makes everything worse. Many years of grief with Volkswagens...

You could very well be correct? I will keep an "eye" on them

 

[ryyck]

Very nice...I'll do the same.

I was afraid the eyes would not clear the bed cover...you did good.

I appreciate the help.

Thanks

 

[VAMike]

Are your new tie downs higher up in the bed. I keep loading the bed and then go through the PITA process of trying to loop through the lower tie downs next to the loaded bed.

Just loop something like this through before you start
https://www.amazon.com/Cartman-Soft-Tie-Down-Straps-3600lbs/dp/B01DF3N3Q6/

 

[slowmachine]

Just loop something like this through before you start
https://www.amazon.com/Cartman-Soft-Tie-Down-Straps-3600lbs/dp/B01DF3N3Q6/

Especially helpful if you have the drop-in bed liner. I have a set of similar straps, and think it is going to save my hands from the sharp plastic edges in the tie-down openings when the freezing weather arrives.

 

[ryyck]

No - but there are two "hidden" unused tapped holes (one hole on each side) above the tie-downs near the cab (a few inches below side rails).

BTW I didn't the same exact M8 eye bolts that cfhgarza referred to - I got marine grade stainless steel ones for about $8.00 ea. Either would be good

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B3VG8R9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I wanted to find the holes before I ordered the eye bolts...I found four holes. You seemed to have use the upper two. I'll have to clean out the holes with a tap tool before I install.
I had the same problem with the middle tie down that Ford provided with the Ford Pass points. The sprayed in bed liner fills those holes nicely. LOL.

If owners want to adjust the eye bolts...it's available.

 

[ryyck]

Are your new tie downs higher up in the bed. I keep loading the bed and then go through the PITA process of trying to loop through the lower tie downs next to the loaded bed.

There are 4 holes available. These are slightly higher up to substantially higher up. Take a look.

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