Is it OK to weld Tie Downs to Frame
Due to the after market bed and air bags on my truck Torklift does not have Tie down tubes to fit my truck. I found someone who can fabricate them and then weld them to the frame. Is this safe to do? ...
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I work with metallurgists daily and asked their opinion. Turns out that the older vehicles used alloys that could be safely welded. Vehicles made in the past 15 years or so should not be welded on. The heat will seriously weaken the frame. Drilling the frame and using bolts will not weaken the frame unless you get carried away and drill multiple holes in a small area. Best way is to use existing holes or make a bracket that can clamp around the frame rail, similar to a U-bolt assembly that holds your spring to the axle.
