How to Attach Magnetic Emergency Light to Aluminum Body Truck

Question:

I have a 2019 F250 SD and its a aluminum cab and body. I will need suction cups for it, do you have adapters from magnet to suction cups available?

asked by: DENNIS D

Expert Reply:

I have a perfect solution for you!

In order to attach the magnetic Blazer Amber Warning Light Bar # C4850AW to your aluminum body Ford F-250 I recommend using the Buyers Products Magnetic Mounting Plates # 3378895404. These self adhesive magnetic mount pads are specifically designed for applications like yours. They will stick to the aluminum cab using strong 3M tape and provide you with a magnetic surface to which you can mount any magnetic light.

We do not have any suction cup style adapters but these adhesive pads will do the trick. The pads measure 3-1/2 inches wide, 3-1/2 inches tall, and 4 are included in the kit.

expert reply by: Chris R

Bruce H.

10/31/2021

How do you remove these metal plates with the adhesive from the truck when you go to return the truck at the end of the lease?

Les D.

11/2/2021

Well, the really great thing about the 3M auto trim adhesive (with the red backing) is that it sticks better than any other mounting tape out there. And that is really great . . . until you want to remove it. I would try 3M adhesive cleaner, or Goof Off, or a very experienced trim shop that knows how to use a decal removal tool.