1985 K20 budget flatbed build

[tenmile]

I figured I would post a quick story about my recent flatbed I put together.  It should make for a decent intro to the site and a good resource for those who are searching the internet for pictures of k20 flatbeds.  I bought the pickup for $900 and found the flatbed for $500.  I upgraded the lights to LED lighting and used scrap metal for the install.  I spend a little bit of money for a good truck mudflap and split it in half.  Next is 2.5' superlift and 255/85 BFG KM2's.  I will post pics after I get the lift installed.

[DustyRusty]

Welcome to the site.  Nice find on both.  You must really like flatbeds!!

[tenmile]

Thanks Rusty.  Yes, I like flatbeds.   

[bake74]

     That is a fast way to make a flatbed.   

[dvdswan]

easy too.  nice work.

[FlatBlack77]

Welcome!

nice flatbed

[tenmile]

Thanks for the replys.  Here is the bed with the side rails I built.  Still have to do a tailgate board.  Will post more after the lift and tires.

[bake74]

      This is strictly a curiosity question.  Why do you need so many flat beds ?  Or do you just like having a flatbed.   

[tenmile]

I do stump grinding.  I use them to haul my small machine while still being able to tow my big machine.  I have two k20's for this task.  The C30 is converted into a firetruck for fire season.

[tenmile]

I never posted a final picture of the finished k20 flatbed so here it is in full service.

[big_al273]

Those three marker lights in the center rear are only required on vehicles over 80 inches wide, is your flat bed over 80" or do you like the look?

[tenmile]

I just like the look.

[big_al273]

fair enough, the fact that they were there had me wondering.