Adding Bed Tie-Downs to 2025 XL -- DIY Instructions Writeup

[Cancunbadlands]

The base XL only comes with 4 tie-downs. I added 4 more. I used an aftermarket tie-down on the side wall rear at the TOP similar to the one already installed by Ford. For the ones on the FLOOR towards the front I used a flip anchor ring. I’ll leave a link to all these parts below.

You’ll need a tap wrench with bits that can cut M6-1.0 and M8-1.25. See image attached for which one is which. I can confirm that my job was done 100% correctly and that I used M8-1.25 on the front end floor holes even though Ford says they are M6-1.0. Don’t listen to them. They’re flat-ass wrong.

You’ll also need 4 hex bolts that are 20mm long and match the M6-1.0 on side wall holes, as well as 4 hex bolts that are 20mm long and match the M8-1.25 floor holes.

Ford uses nylon or plastic washers on the side wall tie-downs between the tie-downs and the bed. Seems odd to me since washers typically go under the bolt. Anyway, I included ones that match the specs Ford used. I didn’t use any washers on the floor flip ring anchors.

One tip when tapping the threads is to use some oil. I used WD40. Im sure somebody will criticize that but it worked fine. Also make sure to be as straight as possible when cutting and go in reverse a little bit every time you make a full turn. Blow out the holes with compressed air afterwards to remove metal shavings. Wear goggles or close your eyes!

I didn’t put anything on the side walls where the optional rail goes on higher trims. Some people put in eye bolts but I don’t like that idea since they can turn easily when torque is applied and they’re not as stable. But those pre-tapped holes are M8-1.25 if you’re planning on adding something.

Good luck and enjoy your Maverick

LIST OF PARTS:

Tie-downs for side wall rear:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07M5W1VJ8?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Flip anchor rings for floor:
https://www.autozone.com/tie-down-a...rest-black-1-200lbs-anchor-2-pack/1204154_0_0

M6-1.0 20mm hex bolts for side wall tie-downs:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHKZ6H7Q?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

M8-1.25 20mm hex bolts for flip anchor rings on bed floor:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWY37CDF?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Nylon washers for side wall rear tie-downs:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BS5L49NH?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Tap wrench:
https://a.co/d/hjkromf

M6-1.0 tap:
https://a.co/d/cHRZFQ8

M8-1.25 tap:
https://a.co/d/9NMaSgX

What size for those holes, I got M8 and it feels tighten up more than suppose to be
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[XL Hybrid Cactus Gray]

What size for those holes, I got M8 and it feels tighten up more than suppose to be
Look red arrow

 

[Cancunbadlands]

TY pal, I got some 8M and it feels bigger than the original diameter in the bed

 

[Cancunbadlands]

TY pal, I got some 8M and it feels bigger than the original diameter in the bed

M8 means the diameter and 32mm means the length... right?

 

[BlueSpec1]

Might need to chase the threads in case spray-in material is on ford's rivnut threads.

I used M8 x 1.25 on those some of those.

Rivnuts rear side:

 

[XL Hybrid Cactus Gray]

M8 means the diameter and 32mm means the length... right?

Yes.

I got these from Amazon long ago.
Have worked great; no issues.

I had the Line-X spray bed liner already, but no problem with over spray in holes.

Did have to get a wrench to help tighten down each one to completion. Lots of turning each one to make it flush.

https://www.amazon.com/Eowpower-5Pcs-Stainless-Steel-32mm/dp/B074K53HRB/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=26FZFUWQIZP7O&s=industrial&sprefix=m8+x+32mm,industrial,224&sr=1-3

 

[whitsoneric48]

What did you do to make sure they won't back out of the holes you put them in? I think I might do this myself and use thread locker. What if anything did you do?

Yes.

I got these from Amazon long ago.
Have worked great; no issues.

I had the Line-X spray bed liner already, but no problem with over spray in holes.

Did have to get a wrench to help tighten down each one to completion. Lots of turning each one to make it flush.

https://www.amazon.com/Eowpower-5Pcs-Stainless-Steel-32mm/dp/B074K53HRB/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=26FZFUWQIZP7O&s=industrial&sprefix=m8+x+32mm,industrial,224&sr=1-3

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[XL Hybrid Cactus Gray]

What did you do to make sure they won't back out of the holes you put them in? I think I might do this myself and use thread locker. What if anything did you do?


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I did nothing but screwing the bolt in directly.

I thought about a washer to help with surface area weight distribution.
But, I have had no issues with the extra tie down bolts. Never backed out, pulled the threads, shifted..nada.

They have held various ratchet straps, tie downs, rope, bungee cords, etc...
I even had some aluminum carabineers on a cargo net deform and pop off from a weighted load shift. The tie down bolts had no issue at all. Just replaced the carabineers on the net.

 

[MTAlmeida]

So ... I was looking ate this thread and decided to share what I did on my 2025 Tremor.

I choose to change the stock bed cover for the electric hard rolling bed cover, since I dont carry equipments that are big enouth to the estructure of the cover to get in the way.
But, with this decision, instaling a rail system lost his sence, so I decided to add some extra hooks to hold cargo...

Ended up getting some Ford Transit tie down hoocks ...
(https://www.amazon.com/REAXOAL-Compatible-2015-2023-BK21V550A74AD-V550A74-AD/dp/B0D7ZZP3TR)
it's a nice option, because they have this extension that make possible for them to swive and not bump into the cargo wall...
The hooks come with M10 bolts, só a got some M8 - 1,25 - 5,0 cm (02 in) with M10 washers and use a small crystal hose to fill the diference of space from the M10 to the M8 !

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