Dorman 999-970 Truck Bed Floor Patch Panel

Dorman 999-970 Truck Bed Floor Patch Panel

Restore the bed floor on compatible Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks without replacing the entire bed. Dorman 999-970 is a weld-on truck bed floor patch panel made from 20-gauge steel with a black rust-resistant finish that can be painted after installation.

Built for 1988-2000 Chevrolet C2500, C3500, K2500, and K3500, plus 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500 and K1500 and the matching GMC C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500 applications, this panel gives body shops and repair technicians a direct repair path for rusted truck bed floors. It is cut to precise dimensions for a predictable weld-in repair.

Key Features

• Part number: 999-970
• Truck bed floor patch panel for body repair
• 20-gauge steel construction
• Black rust-resistant finish
• Weld-on mounting type
• Engineered and cut to precise dimensions
• Paintable surface after installation
• Standard replacement item grade

Detailed Description

This Dorman truck bed floor patch panel is a practical repair solution for rusted or perforated bed floors on Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks. Instead of replacing the full bed assembly, the panel is spot-welded over the damaged area to help restore structural integrity and bed usefulness. The steel construction and corrosion-resistant finish support a clean, serviceable repair, while the 48-inch length provides coverage for common bed-floor rust repair work. If you are searching for a weld-in truck bed floor patch panel for 1988-2000 Chevrolet C2500 or GMC K3500 applications, part number 999-970 is built for that type of body repair.

Common Repair Uses

• Rust perforation in the truck bed floor
• Rot and corrosion in the cargo floor area
• Damaged bed metal from age and exposure
• Loss of bed-floor strength and support
• Need for a weld-in repair instead of full bed replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Weld-on installation is required. The damaged bed section should be properly prepared before spot-welding the panel into place. Verify vehicle application before ordering, especially for Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra truck bed floor repair work. The black finish can be painted if desired after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this replacement panel as a standard-grade body repair part with steel construction and a rust-resistant finish for consistent fit and repairability. Part number 999-970 is built for direct-use body restoration on the listed Chevrolet and GMC truck applications.