goducks10 wrote:
I bought a cheapo black metal Stromberg Carlson for my 18 black Ram 2500. Blends in perfect and looks nice. I like it so much that I'm not sure if I'll put the OEM back on in the winter. Loading lumber or heavy sacks of cement or the like is easier. I can get closer to the bed standing in the notched area when it's down. I also moved the cables from the OEM to the Stromberg. I stand on it all the time getting in and out of the truck. It's also easier for me to reach my in bed 7 plug.
I agree with all your points 100%!
In fact this winter I’m planning to have my local spray in bed liner place add some to the top edge of it as i occaisonally haul some long boards. The notch makes it great for doing that by limiting the amount I need to tie off.