1. Dimensions: How tall is the BedSlide? All BedSlides except the XL Series: 4 1/2" from the top of the deck to the floor of the truck. XL Series: 3 1/2" at the tailgate, 2 1/2" at the mid-gate. 2. Extension: How far does it extend? Roughly 80% depending on the length of the truck. 16" of the bedslide must remain in the truck bed to support the extension, but generally, it's about an 80% extension. 3. Capacity: How much weight will it hold? 1000 pounds of evenly distributed weight depending on model. 4. Decking: What is the Decking Material? Classic BedSlides use a 3/4"” CDX plywood overlaid with an indoor/outdoor synthetic carpet. XL can be with Carpet or Weatherdeck surface On the WEATHERDECK and Contractor Grades we use a 3/4" Marine-grade 7-ply plywood that has a vapor-barrier lamination both top and bottom and then overlaid with a 1/4" rubber mat. 5. Assembly time: Does it come assembled? All BedSlides come fully assembled and ready to install. 6. Installation: How long does it take to install? Our patented installation makes complete installation fast and easy. It truly takes about 15 minutes to install a Standard, Weatherdeck and Avalanche. The Contractor Grade BedSlides have 4 bearing s that must be removed to remove the top deck in order to install the lower frame. The CG takes about 30 minutes to install. If bolting the BedSlide is desired, additional time is necessary. 7. Removal: Can the BedSlide be removed easily? Once installed, the entire BedSlide can be removed in less than 1 minute. (if not bolted) 8. Customization: Can I order a special size? Simple dimension changes are generally no problem but do take extra time to process. If in doubt, call IFW, Inc or your nearest BedSlide Dealer. 9. Customization: Is it easy to customize the BedSlide? With the plywood platform, customizing your BedSlide to fit your specific needs is easy. Many people attach custom boxes, racks or dividers maximizing the BedSlide's use. 10. Extension: Can I drive with the BedSlide in the extended position? No, for liability purposes NEVER drive with the BedSlide extended. 11. Weight: how much does the BedSlide weigh? Weight varies (50 lbs to 250 lbs)depending on your truck-bed length. For shortboxes, 188 lbs is typical. ; forlongboxes, 216 lbs; and for Contractor Grades longboxes, 335 lbs. 12. Will I void the warranty if I permanent mount equipment to the BedSlide? No, as long as you do not exceed the stated weight capacity, customizing your BedSlide will not void the warranty as wear on the deck is not covered anyway 13. Liners: Can I install a BedSlide when I have a liner/ mat in the bed? In most cases, yes. Our dimensions recognize the likelihood of these types of liners including BedRugs , spray-ins and drop ins. Please beware, however, that the weight of the BedSlide and cargo MAY damage the plastic liner. Furthermore, bedliners canalter the stability of BedSlides. 14. Do I need to bolt my Bedslide into the truck? No. All Bedslides use a patented 3 point mounting system. We pre-punch the frame cross members to allow for thourough bolting if desired.