Truck Bed Organizer - Secure Load Tips

[@SteveRobReviews]

Check out this video on how I made storage racks to go over the box wheel wheels. kzbin.info/www/bejne/npLdY418nth4l6s

[@glong2720]

An elder bungie cord cost my nephew's wife to lose the load and when she pulled off of the road and tried to retrieve her small load it cost her her normal life. She now has the mental capacity of a 3 year old. Do yourself a favor and listen to this man (Canadian I think) and tie down the load. Also inspect the tie downs for age and wear. I was also a CVSS (Commercial Motor Vehicle) inspector prior to my retirement and have witnessed some horrific fatalities. Sir thank you for sharing and expressing safety.

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@EMJ31]

Amen!

[@mcmuskie2563]

It’s not done,.. till it’s over done my dad used to say.

[@NickyTedder]

I,m sorry to hear about your neighbors wife that's a terrible thing to happen to someone every one please be aware of your surroundings watch out for the other person this video is very helpful we should all tie things down where they can't move be safe out there

[@HuntingFarmerOfficial]

Great idea! Did I ever tell you about the time I traveled north to help a buddy build a cabin? I got there and was missing about $150 of lumber! I backtracked my route and couldn’t find any of the 2x4 or 2x6’s 😂

[@SteveRobReviews]

LOL yep it happens . Cheers Dave 👍

[@PinetreeLine]

Great system you put together Steve. I just returned from moving my son back from school near Detroit and secured his bed in the box of my truck with ratchet straps and enjoyed a safe 8 hour drive home. You are responsible for securing your load so I’m all in for any ideas that make that happen. Thanks Buddy!

[@SteveRobReviews]

The coppers are looking for unsecure loads all the time and they find enough in the ditches every year to prove too many just pray it wont blow out and praying just don't work compared to a ratchet strap :)

[@Chipotle661944]

Great video and solid ideas my friend! "You just can't had stuff flopping around in the back of your truck!" I couldn't agree more. I wish everyone who lives in my area or borrows my tools would heed your advice!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks , much appreciated 👍

[@koalafan1576]

I have picked up 2 ladders and seen one more that was destroyed. I kept both ladders. About 10 years apart and the second ladder went to replace my grandma’s old wooden one that was older than dirt and a fall risk. I have also seen mattresses on the interstate.

[@SteveRobReviews]

The highway crews score some great stuff that ends up in the ditch every year.

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin'? It's always a gong show when it comes time to pack things in the truck box. This idea sure makes loading and securing the items easy and quick. I like it!!! Thanks for sharing and take care!!!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Mike !!!

[@Erated78]

Excellent demo video Steve - that’s a great system for hauling and smart to use those rugged tote boxes as well. Thanks buddy and cheers

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Ed , a bit of time and prep sure goes a long way. !!!

[@bigronshobbies8209]

Great idea Steve, I like the extra tie downs on the cross over too, this would work out good for me. Cheers.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Ron It's so easy to fabricate and so handy too. Cheers 👍

[@547Rick]

Great advice, Steve and I like the color of the truck!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Rick Hot Red is the colour , suits me eh LOL

[@DIYVariety]

great set up steve, i dont remember if they are adjustable, but you made them for exact purpose so you probably dont need them to be. it is a great idea, simple but brilliance

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Jason , the whole idea of arriving and finding its blown out of the box makes for a big disappointment Eh LOL

[@DIYVariety]

@@SteveRobReviews lol for sure been there actually

[@wyattoneable]

I really enjoy the tote for camping. If I had a pick up your idea for securing them would be the ticket!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Wyatt I've seen enough stuff flying out of a pickup or trailer to stay way back 😂😂

[@BruceLyeg]

In 1989 I was driving to work and saw a huge box at the side of the road. It was windy out and the box wasn't moving, so I figured it wasn't empty. I pulled over to check it out and it was a brand new leather La-z-boy recliner inside the box (more of a cardboard covered crate). The La-z-boy store was about two blocks back. I drove there and they were able to figure it was probably dropped by an "old guy" who had bought it about half an hour ago. I left them my phone number and the guy left a message on my answering machine when I got home. He got his chair back and he gave me $50 for my time. I didn't want the cash but he insisted. I've never like a cap on my trucks but I out one on my F150 because I don't use the truck in winter so I store stuff in the back. I know how much it sucks having to crawl in to get stuff. I've been thinking about building some kinda slide out deck. You should build one first and I'll copy it!

[@SteveRobReviews]

HAHA the highways are littered with stuff falling out of trucks - I think you could build one so easily Bruce , give it a go !!!!

[@jims1942]

You sir are a good man! :)

[@OpenAirOutdoors]

Great tips Steve! I use totes all the time as well. I have some Plano totes that are bomb proof and I use them! Also what I have done is I bolted two of the ratchet part of ratchet straps one on each side wall of my box. That way I can strap my load in a criss cross. Take care Steve🍻

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Marc That's a great idea with the ratchet straps , would make for a great vid for your viewers too. 👍

[@OpenAirOutdoors]

@@SteveRobReviews It would actually! I'll keep that in the memory bank👍

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Good day Sir, your OUTSTANDING truck bed organizer will be also very good on trailers too Steve Cheers 🍻🧐👍👌

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Dave Thanks buddy , Cheers 👍👍

[@CSltz]

I figured for sure you would have an 8’bed on your truck. Was really surprised to see a 5 footer. I bought one of those flip-up and-down cages. Not the best answer but it works. Sort of. You may have to look into wheel-to-wheel running boards. Something to support you as you reach over to hook up the straps. Many years ago I took old inertubes. Cut them into small lengths and fill them with sand. And then tied the ends with clamps or wire. Cable ties work also. Instant sandbags. They last for a few years. Nice show.

[@SteveRobReviews]

6- 1/2 foot bed . They don't make a 8 ft bed in a 1500 series except in a regular cab.

[@kencrane9726]

I built something similar for my Tacoma and it works great. Hauling gas cans was always a pain. Like your T-shirt, I’ve got a bull terrier.

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@diymisfit_Mechanic_UDX404]

Roadside finds are better than dumpster diving. If there is s rough spot in the road that has multiple hubcaps/wheel covers just after, chances are, there are tools there too. Im always finding wrenches and sockets near hubcap graveyards 😆

[@SteveRobReviews]

The highway ditches are filled with gold LOL

[@DriveShaftDrew]

GREAT SET UP thumbs up and shared always good to sucure your load even if your only going a short distance

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks bud , yes knowing it secure sure get it there every time.

[@briann6267]

Thank you brother for this tip. Been looking for an idea for my truck bed storage that is convenient and also does not break the bank.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Brian This works real well for me at a very reasonable price .

[@PAPATexas]

Nicely Done Steve! I need Sheetrock! Looks lie 5/8's needed

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks bud !!!

[@robbiebaker2412]

I have the boards like you have, but I never thought about the fact I could add those d-rings to help tie stuff down. I have a tool box on my truck, so I dont have access to the front tie-downs in the truck bed. I keep a board there to keep leaves and stuff from accumulating under the tool box, because I got tired of having to clean under it constantly. Adding some rings to it would be useful at times. Thanks for the idea

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@kevola5739]

I mounted e track below the bed rails on both sides and snapped in 4 mounts for dimensional lumber which lets me move the lumber every couple of inches along the entire length of the truck bed. A sheet of plywood sits on top of this secured by a couple of hitch pins. I mounted folding table legs to the plywood so that it can be used as a worktable when off the truck. A couple of bins, a cooler, and a Pelican sled seems to suit my needs the best. An old hockey stick fishes stuff out of the box if needed cuz I'm too old to crawl around as well. Your design is more cost efficient though.

[@SteveRobReviews]

That looks like you customized it to your specific needs , awesome 👍

[@twc6392]

I did the same thing but used just one solid 2x6 and added D rings like yours on the face. Cut a couple handle holds as well.

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@henrymorgan3982]

Great idea! My light duty fix was to buy a “heavy duty” adjustable shower curtain rod. It is easy and light. Just don’t use it for a half bed of batteries or such!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Henry , that's a great idea 👍

[@markpinther9296]

Good points about securing the load from the viewpoint of an accident. That is also how I view it, even with big heavy items. They become missiles in an accident. I don’t want anything coming out of the truck bed that is going to hurt anybody.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Absolutely 👍

[@rangersmith4652]

The capacity of a strap must also take into account, for example, the deceleration force of a panic stop. If you slam on the brakes at 40mph, a 40-lb box tugs on that strap with many times more "force" than the weight of the box.

[@themechanic6117]

You're always 3 steps ahead Steve! 👍

[@SteveRobReviews]

That puts me behind sometimes LOL

[@davidosterman5373]

I just bought these totes,and saw this.....timing is everything

[@SteveRobReviews]

@@davidosterman5373 👍

[@luisaraujo4708]

You’ve thought out what you needed pretty well but there are people out there who can’t design something if their lives depended on it. As for those totes being waterproof, I know they’re not and I’ve had the experience of having to clean rust off my tools to cuz I thought the totes kept water out. To get stuff out the back from the front of the box, a telescopic paint roller handle with a bare 3” paint roller handle screwed to the threaded end does the job nicely.

[@PaiviProject]

Well wow. That is pretty freaking genius !! Yeah one must secured the load for sure. I think those ideas would totally work on hubby's truck to tie up shht we sometimes need to haul. Pretty freaking smart !! Thanks for the tips Steve 👍

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Paivi Thanks , now you and Ron can do the same 👍

[@jamesmartin7282]

Thanks. I m using just a board cut to length... thanks for showing your design. Very useful!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Glad you liked the design.

[@michaelbecker7093]

Your a real Science Rocket! Great Video.

[@SteveRobReviews]

@michaelbecker7093 Thanks Michael , much appreciated.

[@guybrown1865]

Thanks for your ideas . Guy from Peterborough, Ontario

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Guy for taking a look 👍

[@JWimpy]

If you have a recent model Ford F series pickup with the Ford factory plastic drop in bed liner. Place a 2x4 in the drop-in slots. A Milwaukee Packout fits perfectly between the 2x4 and the tailgate.

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@crystalclearwindowcleaning3458]

Very simple and ingenious! Thanks for sharing.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks 👍

[@briansmobile1]

Great idea Steve!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Brian Thanks buddy !!!

[@briansmobile1]

@@SteveRobReviews Thank you for sharing this! That's a simple, elegant and efficient solution.

[@tanyiabailey4792]

in Australia its illegal in some states to not cover your load and secure it. i have been travelling on the freeway at a 110km p/h and had a piece of metal roof flashing come of a truck in front of me and it hit my ute in the windscreen on the drivers side and smashed it, was not a pleasant experience

[@grawby7517]

Perfect video brother. I’m gonna go hit my Home Depot right now

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks much appreciated. 👍

[@whirving]

I have the same bed on my new truck after years with a shell on the bed on my old truck. I am considering a bed cover jus because of the snow and for highway trips.

[@SteveRobReviews]

This is what I ended up getting. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYTGdGp_nqhgfbsfeature=shared

[@larryennmerson3566]

Thank you you give me a really good idea for tying what I carry

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@jims1942]

Great ideas, thank you! I want to know where / how you got those additional *Tie Down Anchors* you mounted up on the sides of your bed. I need to get 4 of those things for my truck bed.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Jim 8 Pcs Tie Down Anchor Gmc Sierra Accessories Chevy Silverado Accessories Chevy Colorado Accessories Truck Bed Tie Wowns Side Wall Hook Rings Fit for 07-19 Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra15-19Chevy Colorado a.co/d/cWl1Zzq

[@chillios2222]

sweet setup, shared!, you could crank down a tarp on there

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks , much appreciated 👍

[@chillios2222]

@@SteveRobReviewscan you do a waterproof rig as well, like a cranked down tarp attachment

[@SteveRobReviews]

@@chillios2222 Sure can .

[@tugboat8475]

Nice video!. Not sure in America like can you buy Ratcheting Cargo Bars for utes vans etc. From your local hardware stores. Very similar to what you've made but these are pre-made aluminium

[@SteveRobReviews]

@@tugboat8475 Thanks, much appreciated.

[@jimbo23mattingly]

I have 2 of those best things ever

[@davidcloyd1296]

Great video, great shop

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks David much appreciated.

[@thesaltycracker7102]

Dude, I like your passion!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks, much appreciated 👍

[@Auhdil]

Thank you for your efforts making the video. Helpful

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@SpitSharp]

Excellent idea well done.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks buddy 👍

[@vinhha6073]

Great diy idea Sir .. 👍

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks 👍

[@allkindsofoutdooractivities]

I love those totes. They will keep out rain and you can lock them down.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Absolutely and they store inside each other too , saving space.

[@allkindsofoutdooractivities]

@@SteveRobReviews you are so right about that!

[@brucemcdougall7282]

Great idea and safe an secure.😀

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Bruce much appreciated .

[@Chubbydippin]

Very handy and secure way to transport stuff. Thankyou Sir. I've purchased many sizes of those storage boxes. They are tough and well made. I always wondered, why are storage containers like these sized according to "liquid" amounts? 10 gallon, 15 gallon, 20 gallon... Who the heck ever puts, pours or stores liquid in them? It would be like sizing gas cans or gas tanks according to cubic inches. I'm gonna ask Jeeves and get to the bottom of this!!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Great observation 👍

[@jakemartinez1516]

Need to Put Furniure Nail End Pastic cusions on the ends of the board. It will slide and Keep the board end from feying ! Get them at any Walmartus! I drill holes on the board about 6" that what use a short piece of rope. later.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Jake ill check them out.

[@barrymitchell4424]

We use a good rope. And knots

[@pnowikow]

Brilliant! Here in the US you should see all the crap people put in the back of their trucks goes flying around without a care in the world

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Pete , I've seen enough stuff on the side of the road that flew out of trucks to build a home every year :)

[@stephanpetranker8994]

Ty for taking the time to make a video. Why not just use a 2x6 cut to length and avoid all those cuts and bolts?

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks 👍 If that works for you sure . My totes would not fit thus the custom fit.

[@blanketstarry7725]

didn't see what those were for? The overlapping boards made a 1 1/2" ridge that held the totes from sliding left or right. When the tailgate is up, the totes don't move at all and you don't even need tie downs.

[@Cheeto_Duss]

Very nice thanks for sharing 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thank you, thanks for watching 👍

[@tiffinhappy9744]

It always amazes me how people just set paint in bed of truck and don’t secure it. Road near Home Depot and Lowes is littered with paint spills. I just put eye bolts with large washers on them through crates and tie them off with a small rope. Have a Toyota Tundra and it has adjustable sliding tie offs in bed which are great

[@hawkowl455]

How did you attach more D rings? Did you have to drill and tap the holes to attach the rings?

[@SteveRobReviews]

They clip into the existing holes in the box , then tighten down rock solid. No drilling at all.

[@bowtiethirteentwenty8627]

Probably a newer model truck. They are very handy to have.

[@SteveRobReviews]

2021 silverado

[@bigblue3221]

Nice video and idea, thanks

[@SteveRobReviews]

@bigblue3221 Thanks much appreciated.

[@martind349]

Thanks again Steve !

[@SteveRobReviews]

You bet!

[@eriknash8783]

With the price of lumber these days, I’ll just buy the bed extender/organizer

[@e_thegod5303]

Nice, learned something, harbor freight keeps ratchet straps on sale, just got some actually but what do you think about those ratchet poles at harbor freight though compared to your boards? Im thinking about getting one or two when they're on sale.. they're just one pole though and my concern is weather wear n tear

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks , I'm not sure , never tried them. Cheers 👍

[@marcusmarrs]

I have used them, don’t like them because they won’t stay put

[@WilliamBowden-u7n]

That’s real good advice. Thanks.

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@ryanragan8899]

I have a 2024 silverado with the short bed, like yours. Do you have deminsions or plans for the sizes that you cut?

[@SteveRobReviews]

@ryanragan8899 No I don't but it's quite easy to measure for length and build them to suite your specific needs.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Check out this video showing the storage racks for over the box wheel wheels - kzbin.info/www/bejne/npLdY418nth4l6s

[@derail3791]

Hey.... those truck bed side hooks may i ask where you got them and what brand they are... thank you

[@SteveRobReviews]

I just bought them off Amazon.

[@brenthayes1671]

Great video and thanks!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@brenthayes1671]

@@SteveRobReviews you are welcome 😊

[@brokenwrench404]

Those totes are great but if water sits on top of them they will leak inside

[@eradicator187]

nice job!

[@SteveRobReviews]

@@eradicator187 Thanks, much appreciated.

[@tuckerandi]

Awesome idea

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@allkindsofoutdooractivities]

Nice video! Papa Texas directed me your way

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks , much appreciated. Papa is an awesome friend . Cheers 👍

[@allkindsofoutdooractivities]

@@SteveRobReviews happy to subscribe and he is a great guy for sure!

[@damonstone3790]

Do you have a link to the tie down points you put in the side of your bed?

[@SteveRobReviews]

8 Pcs Tie Down Anchor Gmc Sierra Accessories Chevy Silverado Accessories Chevy Colorado Accessories Truck Bed Tie Wowns Side Wall Hook Rings Fit for 07-19 Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra15-19Chevy Colorado a.co/d/cWl1Zzq

[@TheTeban1968]

ingenius! i like it.

[@SteveRobReviews]

@@TheTeban1968 👍

[@sandy-rr1by]

This sure makes me miss my truck.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Time for a new truck then :)

[@jerollnorris3223]

I kind of appreciate the folks that don’t adhere because I get free tools.. lumber and random road treasure lol

[@SteveRobReviews]

So true , the ditches are littered with free stuff 😂

[@frederickvalencia4976]

I just use children to hold my things down. Anything Flys out they get no meal. Make children great again 😂. All jokes aside that's a good idea. It's an alternative and I am sure there's a person out their with all the free wood and skills. That can make something cool with it

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@reddogrg]

He sounds like Red Green show

[@SteveRobReviews]

Keep your stick on the ice eh :)

[@mikewebster2984]

Thanks for the advice

[@SteveRobReviews]

@mikewebster2984 Thanks for watching , much appreciated.

[@recyclespinning9839]

I like the way your lumber is staggered. In a rear end collision they could actually push into cab if they are a solid peice. You never know, saftey first..

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks , much appreciated !!!

[@Brian-rj5rl]

They are milk crates, made to hold and stack milk cartons/bottles

[@SteveRobReviews]

Yes and hold so many other items that fit in nicely. Cheers 👍

[@larrywoodruff7530]

Pretty sneaky, thank you sir.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Larry 👍

[@pablotanja2405]

nice video

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks 👍

[@TS-my9yq]

Great idea

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks 👍

[@buzzsah]

That's it, making it safe for all.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Buzz Exactly 👍

[@F150customs]

This is a good idea but they make load lock bars for pickup trucks… much easier

[@SteveRobReviews]

The load bars are good but in a collision they are poor at keeping the load in the box.

[@xCCflierx]

They also cost more than a 2x6.

[@F150customs]

@@xCCflierx yes the do. But they will keep things more secure because you can put it how ever you need it. Not to mention it will not rot… I’m not putting down his ideas because they are good. Just stating load bars are a much better option. Just in case people don’t know they exist.

[@xCCflierx]

@@F150customs you're right. Especially if you want multiple sections, it's so much easier. I'm just saying wood is the cheaper option. If you have a cap(like I do) you have less to worry about wood rotting. When it does, maybe I'd save enough for something more sturdy

[@jeffa847]

Do you like your magnifying light? I am looking for one but it would be nice to get a recommendation Great tip on the milk crate. Those plastic 'feet' they sell are a rip off and complete junk

[@SteveRobReviews]

Jeff the light is awesome , haven't a clue where it came from :)

[@JimVincitore]

GREAT IDEA!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Jim.

[@bubbaray575]

$150.00 worth of lumber, in 2022 that's what about 15-20 studs. Can't wait for lumber prices to come down to normal.

[@SteveRobReviews]

The prices are crazy forsure . Cheers Bubba

[@j73stuart]

Never use bungee cords to secure cargo in your truck. I'm not a big fan of cheap cargo nets either, depending on your cargo. safety first.

[@TingTingalingy]

What are you hauling that a bungee or cargo net won't hold in place? Wtf

[@smokeinapeterbilt]

Tarp straps (bungee cords) are intended to be used for securing a tarp not for securing loads.

[@Bog8686]

But the price of the board is big money these days

[@SteveRobReviews]

Yes absolutely , hopefully it goes back to normal soon.

[@TingTingalingy]

Then don't buy it or scavenge it. Stop being a poor

[@JoneyJefe]

Important lessons here

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@j.s.2623]

Hope your well seems like breathing heavy!!!

[@SteveRobReviews]

All good 👍

[@TingTingalingy]

Let's be honest, you don't actually care.

[@barrypayne421]

E Trac single mounts!

[@superstallion97]

For a great video, it has no likes

[@SteveRobReviews]

Well I had no idea , as a KZbin creator every time KZbin updates its system we seem to get unintended changes. I had to go into the settings and turn it back on. Much appreciated Thanks.....

[@georgea6403]

Did you make any attempt to find out who lost the lumber?

[@SteveRobReviews]

Nope , too hard to do .

[@TBizzell68]

Nice!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks!

[@snocrushr]

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[@johnlandry1393]

Wow!

[@jrcastillo2824]

I lost a friend in the military when a loose surf board went through his windshield. Just unnecessary😢

[@SteveRobReviews]

@jrcastillo2824 Takes only minutes securing a load to prevent a lifetime of grief.

[@hniccasanova]

Trust me, they are not water tight