Front bed panel replacement

[75k20]

I bought a new rust free bed from a pick n pull but the front panel was removed. Bed was off of a 82 and i’m putting it on my 75. i found the panel online for about $80, is it as simple as bolting it to the bed? or is there any welding or sealing needed to be done.

 

[fast 99]

Bolt on with seam sealer.

 

[75k20]

Bolt on with seam sealer.

is there a bolt size that i need or just use anything that fits?

 

[Grit dog]

Find what thread they are and get the right length.
Factory bolts were tapered on the end going into the attached nuts.
Look like maybe 3/8-16?

 

[fast 99]

body bolts.

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[Grit dog]

Body bolts yup that’s the right terminology
Thanks