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Pick up bed dent a problem for a truck camper?

cgilde
Explorer
Explorer
Hello folks: Looking for some advice. Wife and I decided to purchase a truck and truck camper. We want to purchase a truck first and then match it to the right camper. We found what we believe is the perfect truck for our needs: a 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie / 4X4 / with a 5.9 cummins diesel, long bed, with 136,000 miles. It’s in perfect condition all around, and we are ready to buy except for one thing: at the rear of the bed there is a fairly significant dent that runs from left to right the width of the bed. I include a pic below. Now is this something I should be concerned about if I’m gonna carry a truck camper? We’re looking at an Arctic Fox 811. Should this dent be a deal breaker? Any comments or opinions would be greatly appreciated!

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jimh406
Explorer III
Explorer III
I don't think it matters for your TC, but it should be possible to straighten.

'10 Ford F-450, 6.4, 4.30, 4x4, 14,500 GVWR, '06 Host Rainer 950 DS, Torklift Talon tiedowns, Glow Steps, and Fastguns. Bilstein 4600s, Firestone Bags, Toyo M655 Gs, Curt front hitch, Energy Suspension bump stops.

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pcoplin
Explorer II
Explorer II
I wouldn't worry about it. Just get a good rubber bed mat, it'll be fine.
2005 F350 CCLB Dually 6.0/5R110
2009 Adventurer 950B