“I’m looking for help designing a custom scissor-style hinge that will allow the bed floor of my 1952 Chevy truck to lift upward and also move outward at the same time. The goal is to create clearance so the panel can open without hitting the cab or

This custom hinge is designed to raise the bed floor of a 1952 Chevy truck in a compound motion — lifting the panel upward while also translating it outward away from the cab. The hinge mechanism is based on a modified scissor or parallelogram linkage, enabling smooth clearance over surrounding trim or hardware.

The hinge consists of two or more link arms mounted to the front inner bed wall (near the cab) and the underside of the removable bed floor panel. As the arms pivot, the motion arc lifts the panel vertically while simultaneously shifting it backward and slightly upward, ensuring unobstructed access to relocated components such as the fuel tank and battery. The design allows for bolt-on installation using 3/16" or 1/4" steel plate, with optional gas struts or stops for controlled lift and hold.

This system is ideal for custom truck builds where hidden components must be easily accessible without removing the entire floor panel.