After reading a lot of feedback on the screws that came with this kit, I came up with a plan that worked perfectly. Due to the coating on the screws, the threads are a bit messy and I can see how they will stick and bind. I used my Matco thread repair kit, placed the female thread repair fitting in a vise and screwed each screw through to the stop and then backed them out. (Used a cordless drill at low speed) I then used the male end of the same drill at low speed and threaded it through each attachment point on the back of the truck (when I bought it there was a spray on the liner and they didn't win the protect attachment points) After this process I installed each panel with 4 screws. Didn't try to rotate, just installed it completely. They entered flawlessly. As for rust on the bolts, time will tell. It's coated screws so I think it's possible. Especially near the coast. Overall I am very happy with this set. I have now installed the factory Bed Link kit and additional attachment points. If you follow my approach you will have no problems. Be sure to use the correct taps and dies for proper threading.
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