Bed Storage Alternatives

[papac0rn]

Hi all,

Looking for some bed storage ideas for my 2020 quad cab. Backseat storage is limited with the quad. This week I'm getting a Lomax cover and the bed Linex'd. I need to keep shopping bags from flying around and wanted something for tow straps, jumper cables etc. I think the da-hu Humpster might work or the undercover swing out for the cables and straps. As far as bags sliding around maybe a big net or should I consider a bed extender?

Thanks for the input.

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[Richard320]

Get you a cargo bar and some milk crates or plastic totes. That'll keep everything up against the tailgate for easy access yet you'll still be able to move it quickly. As a side bonus, it'll put some added weight at the rear to level it a little.

 

[Reverse]

Get you a cargo bar and some milk crates or plastic totes. That'll keep everything up against the tailgate for easy access yet you'll still be able to move it quickly. As a side bonus, it'll put some added weight at the rear to level it a little.

That's exactly what I do: bar and some crates big and small. You could get a bed mat (floor only) to help with keeping stuff from sliing around.

 

[papac0rn]

Thanks guys. Sounds like a plan and a bit more economical.

 

[Glenn54]

Sounds like a great idea. Can you recommend a cargo bar?

 

[papac0rn]

I got one of these. It's really heavy duty. Bought one of discounted ones from Amazon outlet.

Heininger 4016 HitchMate

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[Glenn54]

Thanks. I'm going to order one soon.

Heininger 4016 HitchMate

 

[Glenn54]

Thanks again. I just got mine today and installed. It definitely seems to be heavy made.

I got one of these. It's really heavy duty. Bought one of discounted ones from Amazon outlet.

Heininger 4016 HitchMate

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[MRGUD]

Thanks for this idea! I decided to to the same.

Ordered HitchMate 4016 Cargo Stabilizer Bar from Amazon.

 

[Le_Slacker]

I don't have a pic... but there are slots on both sides that will let you slide in a 2x2 or 2x4 or 2x6 (you get the idea)... cut to length, angle cuts if you're good with this stuff for a better fit.... add some hooks/handles... cut the board in 1/2 and re-attach with a hinge, and then you can take it out and store it anywhere in the box or cab if you need to remove it

so far I've made 3 variants.... too many weekends stuck indoors with power tools!

 

[bigoldthor]

I needed the same thing and bought one of these last year. Couldn't be happier. Lighweight, adjustable inside, all kinds of pockets on the outside and ends, handles if you need to move or carry it, friction on the bottom so it doesn't slide around, good size but not too big, has adjustable straps on it if you want to hook it into the cargo hooks, etc. Love it. Researched for probably 2-3 weeks before I settled on this one. Comes in black, blue, red, and even one with an insulated section for temperature preservation. (Second picture below shows what it looks like in the bed of my truck. Wasn't taking a picture of it specifically but you can see it pretty good.)

Amazon link

 

[rsmeanie]

The bed extender works great for keeping things from shifting around too much and also helps when you carry something big and need to leave the gate down.

 

[1guyandtools]

Hi all,

Looking for some bed storage ideas for my 2020 quad cab. Backseat storage is limited with the quad. This week I'm getting a Lomax cover and the bed Linex'd. I need to keep shopping bags from flying around and wanted something for tow straps, jumper cables etc. I think the da-hu Humpster might work or the undercover swing out for the cables and straps. As far as bags sliding around maybe a big net or should I consider a bed extender?

Thanks for the input.

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Bed slide is the best, no climbing in. I have some tool boxes mounted to the right side ( Not in the photo ) One of them is a large tool box just for my tie downs and cables. Best investment in the truck so far besides the topper

 

[Damion]

I have a ratcheting cargo bar in mine, I made some hooks that hook on my bed utility rails and hold the bar out of the way when not needed. Works for me

 

[hulk181]

I have a ratcheting cargo bar in mine, I made some hooks that hook on my bed utility rails and hold the bar out of the way when not needed. Works for me

Great idea. Do you have any pictures of how you store your cargo bar?

 

[MRGUD]

Just installed HitchMate i got from Amazon + bins, so far, so good.
Thanks for the idea.

 

[Glenn54]

Looks good damir.

 

[bigoldthor]

Just installed HitchMate i got from Amazon + bins, so far, so good.
Thanks for the idea.

It does look good. The only thing I wouldn't like is having to remove all of that if/when I need to haul something larger. But if that's not an issue for you, then good job!

 

[MRGUD]

Honestly that was the first thing that we thought about when decided to go this route.

I think we are fine, we rarely ever move / have something big, probably the biggest would be bicycles

Even removing it would take really only like 2 minutes (if that).

This costed me around $45 cad in total, for bed divider dealership wanted $615 cad installed.

Still looking for a used / compatible divider for my truck, if i ever find it priced well, etc, i will buy it.

HitchMate in my opinion is anyway a must in truck, so, its never wasted money.

Thanks

 

[SP1772]

A guy a while back posted these. I got 2 side by side. I bought the cargo bar to hold them in place, but they’re so snug, the bar isn’t needed. I love these things.

Husky 55 Gallon Multipurpose Stackable Space Saving Heavy Duty Storage Bin in Black 232387 - The Home Depot

Store your household maintenance supplies and power tools to sporting goods, shoes and boots with the selection of this Husky Stackable Storage Bin in Black.

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