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TOYOTA TACOMA
• Adjustable wrench (that opens to about 1")
• 1/2" open end wrench
• #2 Phillips screwdriver,
• Short 7/32" hex wrench
• 7/16" deep socket
• 3/8" socket
Watch short installation videos at www.decked.com/video | Register your system at www.decked.com/warranty
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Installation Instructions:
MT6 / MT8
6'2" BED LENGTH
MT6 2005-2018 / MT8 2019-CURRENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
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• Electric drill
• 9/64" drill bit
• 1/4" drill bit
• 5/16" drill bit
• Drill stop
• T40 Torx Driver
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VERSION 1.1
MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 1
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Summary of Contents for DECKED MT8
- Page 1 • 5/16" drill bit • 7/16” deep socket • Drill stop • T40 Torx Driver • 3/8” socket Watch short installation videos at www.decked.com/video | Register your system at www.decked.com/warranty FOLLOW US: @DECKEDUSA | #DECKEDUSA VERSION 1.1 DECKED.COM | 208.806.0251 DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA...
- Page 2 DECKED carton Hardware box - unbagged components HARDWARE box - bagged components LEFT deck half - 1 (inside DECKED carton): PREP-MT6 or MT8 - 1 RIGHT deck half - 1 S1 - 1 Center vert - 1 S2 - 1...
- Page 3 ▼ HEY! TORQUE BOY: READ BEFORE YOU INSTALL DECKED ▼ 1. DON'T over tighten bolts, get em' good 'ole hand-tight. NOTE: In your BAG PREP-MT6 or MT8, you will have two 2. DON'T use power tools. types of 1" length bolts and flanged nuts. One bolt has 3.
- Page 4 Align shim to channel in floor shown 3” from cabside panel of bed (edge in red). Align shim to channel in floor shown. Place shim 8” from rear of bed (edge in red). 3” 8” DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 4...
- Page 5 STOP IMPORTANT! Do you have a factory cabside tie down? GO TO PAGE 6 YES: GO TO PAGE 7 DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 5...
- Page 6 If you have a model with a cabside factory tie-down (you're stoked!), go directly to page 7. PREP BED: CABSIDE BRACKET • Follow STEP 1 - STEP 4; BAG PREP-MT6 or MT8. RECOMMENDED TORQUE: • Repeat passenger side. Bolts in labeled bag PREP-MT6 or MT8 - 27 in-lb.
- Page 7 Double check that you have a Tacoma with a cabside factory tie-down. If you don't have a cabside factory tie-down, revert to page 6. PREP BED: CABSIDE BRACKET • Follow STEP 1 - STEP 2; BAG PREP-MT6 or MT8. RECOMMENDED TORQUE: • Repeat passenger side.
- Page 8 • Repeat driver side unless you don't have a driver's side cubby. If not, follow the instructions for driver's side on next page. NOTE: On passenger side ONLY, you will need to add a washer; BAG PREP-MT6 or MT8... We know it's strange, trust us.
- Page 9 DRIVER'S SIDE ONLY DETAIL A PLATE BOLT INSTALLATION DRIVER'S SIDE ONLY HOLE DRILLING RECOMMENDED TORQUE: 5/16" DRILL BIT Bolts in labeled bag PREP-MT8 - 53 in-lb. .62" DRILL STOP DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 9...
- Page 10 CABSIDE VERT CENTER VERT HELPFUL TIP: BAG S1, a.k.a "Bunker Hill," is required for most of the steps, so keep it close! These bolts are highlighted throughout instructions in RED. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 10...
- Page 11 ASSEMBLY: LOOSELY ATTACH STUDS (YUP) • LOOSELY attach studs to cabside vert with six bolts; BAG S1. CENTER VERT DRIVER SIDE STUD CABSIDE VERT PASSENGER SIDE STUD KEEP LOOSE KEEP LOOSE (YOGA HELPS) DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 11...
- Page 12 YOU WILL REMOVE AND SAVE THESE BOLTS AFTER TIGHTENING CABSIDE VERT + SHIM BOLTS TIGHTEN AND SECURE HELPFUL TIP: This step seems like a waste of time, but Dr. DECKED says it's important...don't skip out. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 12...
- Page 13 • DETAIL B: Securely attach stud bracket to passenger side stud using three 3 1/2" length bolts and flanged nut; BAG PREP-MT6 or MT8. DETAIL A DETAIL B FLANGED NUTS FLANGED NUTS 3 1/2" BOLTS RECOMMENDED TORQUE: Bolts in labeled bag PREP-MT6 or MT8 - 27 in-lb. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 13...
- Page 14 • While supporting both ends, lift center vert + stud + cabside vert assembly in truck bed. Position against cabside panel of bed with stud bracket cabside of cabside bracket. • DETAIL A: Install a 3/4" length bolt and flanged nut and tighten securely; BAG PREP-MT6 or MT8. • Repeat passenger side.
- Page 15 • DETAIL B: Tightly attach C-channel to stud; BAG S1. RECOMMENDED TORQUE: • Repeat passenger side. Bolts in labeled bag S1 - 27 in-lb. DETAIL A DETAIL B KEEP LOOSE TIGHTEN C-CHANNEL END PLATE DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 15...
- Page 16 (make sure you don't forget to securely tighten passenger side C-Channel/ammo can nut and bolt). RECOMMENDED TORQUE: NYLON WASHER NYLON WASHER Bolts in labeled bag S1 - 27 in-lb. RUBBER WASHER RUBBER WASHER DETAIL A DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 16...
- Page 17 DRIVER SIDE AMMO CAN PASSENGER SIDE AMMO CAN KEEP LOOSE KEEP LOOSE ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ ✕ TAILGATE TAILGATE HELPFUL TIP: Make sure the hooks open toward tailgate. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 17...
- Page 18 Bolts in labeled bag WHEELS - 90 in-lb. GOES HERE 2" BOLT CORNER BRACKET WHEELS DRAWER 2 DRAWER 1 HELPFUL TIP: If you purchased drain plugs, install now (instructions are included with drain plugs). DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 18...
- Page 19 HELPFUL TIP: Cut weatherstrips if they overhang. DETAIL B DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 19...
- Page 20 BOTTLE OPENER HELPFUL TIP: Bottle opener goes outside .905” Bolts - 27 in-lb. | J-hooks - 9 in-lb. of torsion brace. 1/2” Bolts & 1/4” Ruler screw - 18 in-lb. DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 20...
- Page 21 UNDERSIDE VIEW OF DECK Drill through the top of steel 9/64” DRILL tube ONLY. DRILL STOP DO NOT: Drill through both sides = YOU'RE FIRED! of steel tube 1/2” DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 21...
- Page 22 You did it. Immediately post a photo of your significant other, child or canine (in no order of significance) appreciating your accomplishment. Add hashtag #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA. DETAIL A DETAIL B FINAL MID DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER SIDE AMMO CAN LID AMMO CAN LID #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA DECKED.COM | #DECKEDUSA | @DECKEDUSA MT8 | v.1.1 | Page 22...
- Page 23 (3) years from the date of the original purchase. If within three (3) years from the original date of purchase this product fails due to defect in materials or workmanship, DECKED LLC will replace any defective part at its option.
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