How to Maximize the Seemingly Ever-Shrinking Pickup Truck Bed
Everyone is aware that pickup trucks have grown significantly in stature since their popularization in the post WW2 era. Although their overall footprint and cab size has grown tremendously, there has been little change in their bed size. In fact, in some cases there has been a regression. There are many reasons for this evolution but none of these reasons help you as an owner make more efficient use of this seemingly shrinking bed space.
But don’t worry, Elite Truck is here to help. We have the solution for maximizing your bed space and restoring utility.
Bed Organizer Systems
Although long beds in trucks can still be had in a variety of models and trim levels, the vast majority of pickup trucks sold today come standard with bed sizes between 5.5’-6.5’ long. With bed space at a premium in these shorter models, what can you do when trying to squeeze every ounce of utility out of your truck?
One of the absolute best products on the market for maximizing the space of your pickup bed, whether short or long, is DECKED. Their innovative bed drawer system is the upgrade you’ve been looking for. DECKED has been around for many years now and proven that their products can withstand harsh abuse that trucks are constantly subjected to. For example, their newest generation storage system has a top load rating of 2,000 pounds for fullsize truck models! That means if you have an ATV, dirtbikes, or simply a load of supplies to carry on top of the DECKED system, it will withstand the weight. Along with the robust top load rating, you get 2 full bed sized drawers, on rollers, to organize to your heart’s content. These drawers are rated at 200lbs each so you can load them down with all your equipment and know it’ll hold up well.
Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast looking for a secure, waterproof, and organized way to carry gear, or a tradesperson looking to keep your tools and equipment as organized as possible for a smooth workflow, the DECKED bed drawer system would make a huge difference on your truck.
Check out their latest models on our website here!
If you have any questions about the DECKED bed organizing systems please reach out to our Team here at Elite Truck via the live chat feature on our website, or give us a call at 855-919-2087!
Wheel Well/Swing Out Toolboxes
If the idea of a full length bed organizer system seems a bit too overkill for your use case, consider something like the DeeZee Specialty Series Wheel Well Toolbox. This toolbox is made of strong lightweight plastic (also comes in aluminum) and fits 5’-8’ beds. It’s a great option when you want to retain all the bedspace within the wheel wells. Another benefit of a system like this is that you retain all the height of your bed. If you frequently have to stack loads inside your bed and don’t want to worry about them being taller than your bedsides, you’ll be in good shape with this product.
For the truck owner that simply needs to keep some basic tools or things like jumper cables secured, this would be a great option, and the price point on these units are great too!
In the same category of Wheel Well Toolboxes we also have the UnderCover Swing Case. This model is made from a high impact ABS plastic and offers a very unique feature that would be a gamechanger in any pickup truck bed.
As the name suggests, these UnderCover Swing Case units actually swing out towards the tailgate with the pull of a lever. These boxes have a weight capacity of 75lbs each, so plenty strong enough to load down with some tools or basic truck necessities like jumper cables, air compressor, etc. Another nice feature with these is that they have the ability to be picked up and removed entirely from the bed if you temporarily need some extra space, while leaving the mounting bracket installed on the bedside. On the other hand, if you don’t plan on removing the box often, and security is a concern, you can lock it into the bracket with a padlock.
These UnderCover Swing Cases are also compatible with all tonneau covers, so if you have one installed on your truck already this install will not interfere with that. Definitely another very affordable option for organizing your pickup bed.
Although there is no magic wand to wave and extend your existing bed size, these innovative options can help you regain the bed space you do have, and declutter your setup. We look forward to seeing how you can maximize your own truck beds with these products!