Truck bed extensions secure long loads that will not fit in a standard pickup truck bed. There are three basic types of truck bed extensions. Two of the most common extensions work with the tailgate down.

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Truck bed extensions secure long loads that will not fit in a standard pickup truck bed. There are three basic types of truck bed extensions. Two of the most common extensions work with the tailgate down. The most common type of extension acts as a cage or fence to prevent cargo from overflowing the lip or sides of the tailgate. It adds a few feet of usable bed length and relies on both the bed and the tailgate to support the extra weight. Hitch extensions, the second type, look like goal posts on a football field. This design is suitable for relatively flat and wide objects like surfboards and kayaks with about four extra feet of bed length. The extension is attached to a post that is attached to the trailer hitch, which supports the majority of the weight.

The third type, a stand that attaches to the four corners of the bed, is the most common for work trucks. He takes advantage of the empty space above the truck bed. For example, if the bed is filled with camping gear, kayaks and other outdoor gear can ride on it. You will need to assess your own needs, determine which brackets are suitable for your truck, and decide if corrosion resistance is important. Most truck bed extensions require you to drill holes for mounting.

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