Standard Bed Utility

[alex]

There are a handful of posts on here regarding bed utility, camper shells, etc. But one thing I would like to recommend and reiterate is the need for a "standard bed". Something that can easily accept bed caps, tonneau covers, camper shells, etc. The Silverado/Sierra EV have the cool mid-gate and aerodynamics, but the nature of the rear wing means you cannot use a standard cap/camper, which is a deal breaker for many, including myself.

From the pictures and videos, it seems the Scout has some extra features going on behind the cab, maybe handles or aerodynamic features. My hope is that these don't interfere with bed accessories.

 

[cyure]

There are a handful of posts on here regarding bed utility, camper shells, etc. But one thing I would like to recommend and reiterate is the need for a "standard bed". Something that can easily accept bed caps, tonneau covers, camper shells, etc. The Silverado/Sierra EV have the cool mid-gate and aerodynamics, but the nature of the rear wing means you cannot use a standard cap/camper, which is a deal breaker for many, including myself.

From the pictures and videos, it seems the Scout has some extra features going on behind the cab, maybe handles or aerodynamic features. My hope is that these don't interfere with bed accessories.

Welcome to the community.

 

[R1TVT]

The right companies will work around that. GFC did for Rivian (for example).

 

[SpaceEVDriver]

IMO, since the truck is nearly identical in size to the F-150, they should design the bed to have the same dimensions as the F-150 so people who don’t want to wait can buy an F-150 cap or camper on day 1 instead of having to wait for the aftermarket to catch up. This would also open the Scouts to the market for all the other accessories you mentioned. It’s silly to have a bunch of minor differences that add up to nothing important but ensure incompatibility.

 

[alex]

The right companies will work around that. GFC did for Rivian (for example).

Good point, and I’m sure some companies will come out with solutions but they will be more limited. More options and competition is always good for the consumer.

In terms of the Rivian and GFC, although Rivian is a unibody design in terms of bed/cab, it’s a more standard shape so the GFC topper isn’t dramatically different than the topper for another truck. Obviously it requires a little more time and design, but isn’t as significant of a change compared to the Chevy/GMC.

 

[alex]

IMO, since the truck is nearly identical in size to the F-150, they should design the bed to have the same dimensions as the F-150 so people who don’t want to wait can buy an F-150 cap or camper on day 1 instead of having to wait for the aftermarket to catch up. This would also open the Scouts to the market for all the other accessories you mentioned. It’s silly to have a bunch of minor differences that add up to nothing important but ensure incompatibility.

I currently have a Lightning and my favorite part about it is that it shares so much with the regular F150, makes getting accessories and parts, especially on the bed and interior, way easier

 

[SpaceEVDriver]

I also drive a Lightning. And that’s one of the reasons we bought it: it has access to a huge aftermarket.

If the Scout adopted the dimensions as well, it would certainly save me a lot of money if I decided to move to the Terra. If they don’t, I’ll have to add in the cost of all of the bed accessories that I like to the cost of the Terra. That could add up to 10% or more of the purchase price.

 

[dreamweaver]

There are a handful of posts on here regarding bed utility, camper shells, etc. But one thing I would like to recommend and reiterate is the need for a "standard bed". Something that can easily accept bed caps, tonneau covers, camper shells, etc. The Silverado/Sierra EV have the cool mid-gate and aerodynamics, but the nature of the rear wing means you cannot use a standard cap/camper, which is a deal breaker for many, including myself.

From the pictures and videos, it seems the Scout has some extra features going on behind the cab, maybe handles or aerodynamic features. My hope is that these don't interfere with bed accessories.

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[J Alynn]

I also drive a Lightning. And that’s one of the reasons we bought it: it has access to a huge aftermarket.

If the Scout adopted the dimensions as well, it would certainly save me a lot of money if I decided to move to the Terra. If they don’t, I’ll have to add in the cost of all of the bed accessories that I like to the cost of the Terra. That could add up to 10% or more of the purchase price.

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[R1TVT]

In terms of the Rivian and GFC, although Rivian is a unibody design in terms of bed/cab, it’s a more standard shape so the GFC topper isn’t dramatically different than the topper for another truck. Obviously it requires a little more time and design, but isn’t as significant of a change compared to the Chevy/GMC.

It's very non-standard due to the spoiler, light, shark fin and the buttons on the top of bed rails that actuate the gear tunnel and buttons that actuate the tailgate. The attachment points are also a consideration under the bedrails. GFC put a lot of effort into that development actually.

 

[Dsegrest]

There are a handful of posts on here regarding bed utility, camper shells, etc. But one thing I would like to recommend and reiterate is the need for a "standard bed". Something that can easily accept bed caps, tonneau covers, camper shells, etc. The Silverado/Sierra EV have the cool mid-gate and aerodynamics, but the nature of the rear wing means you cannot use a standard cap/camper, which is a deal breaker for many, including myself.

From the pictures and videos, it seems the Scout has some extra features going on behind the cab, maybe handles or aerodynamic features. My hope is that these don't interfere with bed accessories.

I love my tool box as much as my truck. It requires a standard bed