Cybertruck bed is slotted - a boon for DIYers

[Nocturnal]

Something that hasn't been mentioned much are the built in slots in the bed itself. I'm assuming this will be compatible with standard T-slot hardware like you would find with 80/20 type construction.

If that's the case then it will be extremely easy to build your own add-ons for all sorts of purposes. Slide out loading, camping, bike racks, etc. I used 80/20 quite a bit in projects and it's amazingly versatile.

Random 80/20 structure for example.

 

[T3slaDad]

Oh man, great idea!! This would make customizing the Cybertruck for various contractors' needs so much more useful too! Imagine custom bed kits for windshield companies, glass companies, landscapers, toy haulers, hunters, various sports, the list goes on and on...

 

[jboy210]

Great examples. People keep saying plumbers cannot use it for work because they need a rack for pipes and such. Looks like they could build a rack with a few of the sections show in the picture.

 

[T3slaDad]

Great examples. People keep saying plumbers cannot use it for work because they need a rack for pipes and such. Looks like they could build a rack with a few of the sections show in the picture.

Even better, since the back middle seat opens to the trunk there's even MORE space for pipes and longer items! Having an attachment made to best utilize that would be super helpful.

 

[hridge2020]

Something that hasn't been mentioned much are the built in slots in the bed itself. I'm assuming this will be compatible with standard T-slot hardware like you would find with 80/20 type construction.

If that's the case then it will be extremely easy to build your own add-ons for all sorts of purposes. Slide out loading, camping, bike racks, etc. I used 80/20 quite a bit in projects and it's amazingly versatile.

Random 80/20 structure for example.
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[jboy210]

Even better, since the back middle seat opens to the trunk there's even MORE space for pipes and longer items! Having an attachment made to best utilize that would be super helpful.

Wow! I did not know you could get to the bed from the inside. That opening would be very useful for a plumber. Assuming the pipe would fit, they could roll down the bed cover and have tools and materials under lock and key. And given the price of tools and copper pipes that is a good idea.

 

[jboy210]

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Great pictures. And that Honda generator in the last picture could be relegated to the bin of history by the solar bed cover Elon mentioned.

 

[jboy210]

After seeing all these ideas, does anyone else have a feeling that the Tesla accessory business for the Truck is going to make more profit than selling the Truck itself!

 

[ThomasD]

Most of the contractor work trucks I see have vinyl seats. Will Tesla have a vinyl floor and seat option

 

[Nocturnal]

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Yes, perfect examples. Those all require bolting those wracks to the bed or frame right? If the Camper stuff isn't ready yet I'll definitely be building my own system.

Most of the contractor work trucks I see have vinyl seats. Will Tesla have a vinyl floor and seat option

I have to imagine they will offer something aside from the vegan leather. Maybe something really cool like Kevlar. (probably way too expensive but along those lines)​

 

[bedoig]

Even better, since the back middle seat opens to the trunk there's even MORE space for pipes and longer items! Having an attachment made to best utilize that would be super helpful.

I've been wondering about this. Where did you see confirmation that you can open the cab to the bed?

 

[Brekfst]

I think they are confusing the fold down rear center seat console with some kind of pass through.

 

[Nocturnal]

I think they are confusing the fold down rear center seat console with some kind of pass through.

I really hope they offer a pass through though. That has let me stick 10ft lumber in my model 3.

 

[brkaus]

Most of the contractor work trucks I see have vinyl seats. Will Tesla have a vinyl floor and seat option

Vegan leather. Same thing with a bit of texture.

 

[hridge2020]

Yes, perfect examples. Those all require bolting those wracks to the bed or frame right? If the Camper stuff isn't ready yet I'll definitely be building my own system.

I have to imagine they will offer something aside from the vegan leather. Maybe something really cool like Kevlar. (probably way too expensive but along those lines)​

by viewing the slots in the bed, I'm guessing you would use t-slots and eyebolts..

 

[Nocturnal]

by viewing the slots in the bed, I'm guessing you would use t-slots and eyebolts..
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So many options. Those would be good for basic tie downs. I'm thinking more like fixed profiles and dynamic pivots etc. You could build something that slides out and flips up/down, something fixed (like a ladder holder). The sky is the limit.

 

[KermitK]

This thing can't get here soon enough. All my kids' skiis will live in the bed full time in the winter. Can hit the slopes and not worry about the inevitable dings from people swinging their gear around in the parking lot. Preheat the cabin from the top of a hill and relax as AP takes me me most of the way home. Wish they'd see these 250k reservations as a sign to get this thing pushed up!

 

[T3slaDad]

I've been wondering about this. Where did you see confirmation that you can open the cab to the bed?

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