Cutting side panel struts

[Ken Watt]

Good morrow
I’ve fitted the bed width ways but the vertical struts on the rear panels really need cutting out before I put some dodo mat or other thinnish insulation there. Anyone done this? Seems pretty straightforward but can’t find anything on internet.
Thanks

 

[airhoguk]

Best bet would be to use an angle grinder with a thin cutting disc. Mask everything up to prevent metal dust going everywhere. Once the slits are made the struts will usually be held in place with some sealant/bonding agent, just carefully peel away so that the outer panel doesn’t distort

 

[CNG]