Slanker, Ken

Ken Slanker sent us these pictures by email. He writes, "1980 F150 bed wood install. Used oil based primer and best exterior grade black latex I could find (Benjamin Moore Paint). The Black Latex cost about $70/gal. I have put about 5 coats on top of the primer using about 1/2 gallon. Any scratches fix easily with a quick paint over the scratch.

This truck is going to live outside and I drive it around during the week. Using the black paint was a result of reviewing Mar-k's analysis of finishes (urethane vs. paint).

The bed wood kit included Stainless metal strips and Stainless Carriage Bolts. Basically the Truck Bed went together without any major issues. My evaluation of the kit is excellent." Thanks Ken!