Step 1
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Rip Boards
Rip all 2x4s to a width of 2 ½” using a table saw.
Step 2
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Cut Pieces to Size
Cut all lengths as shown:
Piece A: (2) 6’ - 2 ½”
Piece B: (1) 4’ - 3 1/2”
Piece C: (4) 3’ - ¾”
Piece D: (8) 1’ – 6 ¾”
Piece E: (4) 1’ – 4 ¼”
Piece F: (20) 1’ - 3”
Piece G: (12) 1’ – 2”
Piece H: (2) 1’ – ½”
Piece I: (8) 11 ½”
Piece J: (2) 11”
Piece K: (10) 4 ½”
Step 3
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Assemble Base
Take both A pieces and two C pieces, and assemble as shown using construction adhesive (Image 1). Pre-drill with a countersink, and attach each joint with 2"–3” exterior screws. Use a speed square to ensure all connections are at 90 degrees (Image 2). Use this method to attach all connections moving forward.
Step 4
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Assemble the Rack
Take four F pieces, two I pieces, two G pieces and one K piece, and assemble as shown using construction adhesive and two screws at each joint (Image 1). Repeat to make three more.
Pro Tip
Piece I and F will have a gap between them for now until the following step when multiple assemblies are connected together (Image 2).
Step 5
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Attach Racks Together
Attach the four rack pieces together to Piece B with construction adhesive and screws into the gap between I and F pieces (Images 1 and 2) .
Step 6
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Attach Rack to Base
Attach the rack piece to the base piece with construction adhesive and screws (Images 1-3).
Step 7
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Assemble Storage Box Frame
Attach four D pieces and two E pieces to Piece C as shown with construction adhesive and screws. Repeat on the other side (Images 1-4).
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Continue Attaching Pieces
Attach two K pieces, one J piece, one H piece and one C piece to the assembly with construction adhesive and screws. Repeat on the other side (Images 1-4).
Step 9
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Attach the Last Pieces
Attach two F pieces, two G pieces and one K piece with construction adhesive and screws. Repeat on the other side (Images 1-4).
Step 10
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Attach Box
Test fit the truck box, and pre-drill at least four holes through the truck box into C pieces for secure fastening. Attach box with screws, and paint as desired.
