Tall/high truck bed

What can I add to my 2026 tundra to help me get into the truck bed. Im short and getting into the bed is a pain. Im 69 yrs old.

 

A bumper step? One that lowers when you use it and you push it back up when your done.

 

This bumper step was recommended on another 3rd gen post:

BENXUTO Bed Step Tailgate Step Compatible with Toyota Tundra 2022-2025, Black Aluminum Alloy + PPA, 300 lbs Capacity, Industrial Style, Replaces PTS30-34000

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7412R49

 

The bed step is nice.
I installed the AMP step on my 2014, and my 2026 came with the OEM step.





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I have one that looks just like this one on my 2021. It works great. I used my truck for work for 3 years, so it was used over 1000 times at least.

 

Do you have any recs on a grab handle for getting into the bed? I was trying to find some for him but no dice

 

I used to grab the tailgate cable or the bedside on my lifted 2014.
Sometimes my swingcase.
The 2026 is stock level and easier to climb up on.
A grab handle would certainly be a great idea.

 

https://www.putco.com/product/push-...6lYUBezM7YAQ9YetJ9v5kvEqxiP2dU8xoCxpQQAvD_BwE

I haven't tried this but maybe its what you guys are talking about.


What do you think dling?

 

Do you currently have oversized tires or a lift installed?
One of my friends bought a brand new truck about 4 years ago. One of the first things he did was lower it 2". I questioned his decision at first, but it make it awesome for easily loading up dirt bikes in the bed.

 

The truck is stock with 18'' wheels

 

I'm 5'7'' and the problem is the tailgate is just too high for me to get into. I have to clime into the bed on my hands and knees and its painful .

 

I want to be clear. The problem is when the tailgate is in the down position that I have problems getting in.

 

Thanks. This may be the answer to my problems.

 

I plan on getting the bed step. Thanks.

 

Just looked at my truck bed. I dont have the hole to add the handle . Wish I did.

 

Right this plus the step the other guy posted. Both together makes it safer. The step alone is tricky with out a handle. I would think you either remove a cover or cut a hole to mount the handle.

 

I did order the step. I would like the handle as well but dont want to cut any holes in a new truck bed cover.

 

I looked around it seems the new Tundras don't have steak pockets built into the bed sides. So yeah you would have to alter the plastics to attach a handle. The step will make things easier so you should be goid. I love mine.

 

I’m not trying to be a smart aleck, but are you at some point planning on getting younger, more limber, and stronger? If not, you only have so many options on ingress and egress of a pickup bed.

A mild lowering kit would significantly make it easier to get into the bed. Then add in an Amp step. Both of those mods together might just get you another 7 years of comfortable and safe bed mobility.

I have a lot of friends at the gym who i go to who are much older than me. They don’t complain about it, but they do talk to me about their trials of aches, pains, and limitations that automatically come with getting older.

https://sosperformance.com/collecti...kit-2022-2025-tundra-2-front-drop-3-rear-drop

 

If you can reach the rear end of the bed track you might be able to use the cleat to grab on to or even tie a loop of line to it. I DIY light duty loops for my use. Pics of those to illustrate what I'm talking about.

 

I installed the tailgate ladder. Works great but 200 lbs is it's real world limit.