2010 Truck Bed Trends - Custom Trucks

Let's take a second to explore an area of your truck that probably gets overlooked most when the time comes to cut and customize. The bed is what makes your truck, well, a truck. It not only represents utility and function, but it also offers a whole new world of possibilities as well. When 'bagging or static dropping your truck to a certain height, cutting and tubbing is a must anyway, so it only makes sense to get creative if time and money allow. Who isn't attracted to quality metalwork, a little paint, and a strategic arrangement of air management components? Of course, bed modifications aren't only limited to wheeltubs and visible air tanks and compressors, as we've been seeing some mind-blowing bodywork, paint, and all sorts of innovative styling that is truly captivating. We won't get into too much detail just yet, but follow along and see for yourself. These examples of hot, modern-day bed trends that we've hand selected are sure to lend a little inspiration to your personal build.

A few of these box modifications have been recently showcased in our pages before as they are attached to some our favorite feature trucks, but a few them belong to future feature rides, so expect this story to double as an impromptu sneak peek as well.

Fiberglass covering your bed might sound crazy, but it's not too far out there these days. Before you pass judgment of the idea, take a look at this work of art. Not only was this bed completely filled and contoured, but check out the intricate paint scheme, the clear section of the floor showing off the suspension, and the integrated monitor and amps. All we can say is, wow.
Fiberglass covering your bed might sound crazy, but it's not too far out there these days.
The sheetmetal work in this bed is flawless, and the polished accent strips on the floor create a 'complete' appearance throughout the whole area. The strips do not play a functional role, but if you ask us, pure style always works great when trying to stand out from the crowd.
The sheetmetal work in this bed is flawless, and the polished accent strips on the floor c
Who needs a functioning tailgate? Remember what we said earlier about style outweighing utility? Well the classic but always-attractive Cali Combo never fails, and with the addition of small, frenched LED tails, this look is as sharp as a tack.
Who needs a functioning tailgate? Remember what we said earlier about style outweighing ut

The very back of the bed shouldn't get neglected one bit, so why not sink in a set of dual sequential tails, and for additional style points, get a little daring with the rolled-edge roll pan. The polished spike protrudes at each side of the pan, and is in plain sight at dead center making the license plate appear as if it's floating. Thinking outside of the norm is key to getting noticed.
The very back of the bed shouldn't get neglected one bit, so why not sink in a set of dual
A modern take on the classic wood floor, goes a little something like this. Being able to see the spotless fuel cell, rearend, and suspension while still having a bed floor is a very cool bonus. The stainless steel stringers offer support, as well as a much-needed touch of class.
A modern take on the classic wood floor, goes a little something like this. Being able to
Simplicity is key in this case of clean, classic pinstriping on a solid colored tailgate. It's common for truck owners to shave the tailgate handle in order to unclutter the rear end, but having a talented artist apply a unique, one-off piece to the baron area will certainly add timeless style.
Simplicity is key in this case of clean, classic pinstriping on a solid colored tailgate.

This is a prime example of a well-balanced mixture of classic styling mixed with a modern touch. The wood floor, stainless stringers, custom center bridge, and the integration of the paint scheme into the bed makes for great show-stopping appeal.
This is a prime example of a well-balanced mixture of classic styling mixed with a modern
This is a prime example of a well-executed, streamlined custom bed. The bed floor cutout, the peeking suspension, and adding an artistic flair on each wheel tub takes this bed to a whole new level. If you've got it, flaunt it.
This is a prime example of a well-executed, streamlined custom bed. The bed floor cutout,
The LED brake light strip has always been a popular way to keep things looking clean, which is definitely the case here. It has been strategically placed underneath the tailgate and the surrounding red paint blends it in so well, that it might easily go overlooked at first glance.
The LED brake light strip has always been a popular way to keep things looking clean, whic

What's a great way to accentuate your ride and represent the group of guys that helped transform your truck from the ground up? Having a custom-made logo is the perfect way to add a subtle touch of style while proudly displaying loyal allegiance to your club.
What's a great way to accentuate your ride and represent the group of guys that helped tra
Shaving the gas filler entirely can be too much of a mundane modification for some, so why not move it somewhere that will attract some attention, as well as spark a little jealousy. As you can see, the filler door has been placed atop the bedrail and has been contoured perfectly for an impressive fit.
Shaving the gas filler entirely can be too much of a mundane modification for some, so why
One cool mod that we always like to see is LED lights that are hidden behind nothing but a few layers of paint. With the ignition turned off or when pressure isn't applied to the brake pedal, you'd never know the lights were there, and being cleverly hidden and shaped to fit within a paint graphic is even cooler.
One cool mod that we always like to see is LED lights that are hidden behind nothing but a

This bed has been smoothed all around, and has a windowpane that shows off the clean arrangement of air-ride components.
This bed has been smoothed all around, and has a windowpane that shows off the clean arran
This bed has been given the deluxe treatment as each corner has been given a slick ridge, which in this case has provided a new home for the billet gas cap.
This bed has been given the deluxe treatment as each corner has been given a slick ridge,

By John Mata Jr

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