Bed grab handles

[Professor]

Ok, so my knees aren't what they were in my 20's. I was taught that if you can put your knee there, you can put your foot there. But my days of bouldering are long gone. I now have trouble getting into the bed easily. Yes even in 'entry' mode. Had the same problem in my old Tundra too. So. I saw somewhere, probably on this forum someone built grab handles that mounted to the rack mount at the rear. I think they were carbon fiber, or 3d printed, or both. Problem is i have a roof rack. its not the OEM one, but i think in some ways this one is superior.

Got it from @RPM TESLA so kudos guys. it has 4 different length rails, rather than telescoping ones. The front one has my marker lights, tail lights, and deer whistles. I chose to remove the 4th rail as it blocks the use of the bed and i can't open the door of my fridge. I still keep the rail with me in the bed, so if I need it, its handy. only takes about 2 minutes and one tool to remount it, as i leave the roof mounts on and only take the rail. This leaves a good mounting point for a grab handle. I thought out several designs and finally simplified things. what i came up with is a motorcycle footpeg mounted to the inside of the roof brackets. it doesn't interfere with the rail if i want it on, and it stows facing forward, for minimal wind resistance.

I wouldn't say it was super sturdy, after all it's just a roof mount, but it seems to be all i need, just a little grab and pull to get me started. Anyhow, thought I'd share, as there could be someone in the same boat, err, truck, err, truck that floats?

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[hemiarch]

That is brilliant. Don’t think the oem mounts can come apart like that but I’d replicate it if they could.

 

[FarAway]

Robert,

Great topic. I am right where you are.

I have been working on the same thing - a mounted handle to provide a degree of safety and assist when climbing into and out of the truck bed. I am focusing on something that can be mounted in the L tracks. That way it will be easily movable and out of sight when the tonneau cover is closed.

I will post some pictures after I play around a little more with a couple of ideas. I could not believe there is not any L track handle on the market!

(Now if we can just get Tesla to include a molded step in the factory bumpers.)

 

[pae1andonly]

The handle in the attachment bay is a more robust solution. This has been working for me:

 

[hemiarch]

The handle in the attachment bay is a more robust solution. This has been working for me:

So you just grab the carabiner attached to the l-track ? Is that what you mean? You may have a point there, I think Cybertruckco and maybe a few others make a crossbar that can fit on the l-track. Even a Tesla or aftermarket crossbar in roof-rack position 4 might do the trick as a good grab handle but then there is the aerodynamic cost of keeping it on. Can’t imagine that’s terribly much. Anyone know if that’s impactful?

 

[pae1andonly]

Yeah, I just grab it. It's more floppy than ideal, but it's enough to get me up on the tailgate w/o fuss.

Yes, an actual handle would be superior. Didn't see anything at cybertruckco, did find these on Amazon. Price seems steep, might shop around before pulling the trigger. Adding a handle of some sort to that would be straight forward.

 

[pae1andonly]

Forgot the link lol
https://www.amazon.com/PALOZO-L-Tra...5608420&sprefix=l-track+,aps,111&sr=8-19&th=1

 

[FarAway]

Forgot the link lol
https://www.amazon.com/PALOZO-L-Track-Threaded-Fitting-Trailer/dp/B0C6QVWHZ6/ref=sr_1_19?crid=285TPPFTOJUPI&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.65dMbdXBOuDl4vjzfac0jdwy4mATmbhbIw00YcElUCj39XPsIcmIHh5xztYVjAgNUn0S8Lipw2W5jB-BaFayl_g9FP37FnA11yvk6DvYvUBEU05DH3F4ZXNsC7-8SkYHYfoTYm_IEzzfiozEld8HO6vBZwwgXzfj37LXYW23usSL47gy7XZJmW-naez0CjfwGsm3pW2AJoWE6xmbm2n7f5cq0Wie8CvYUicbwzfqlcFA-TGsJPgpZS8CRFFI9vCCs6VOdC-QZDel7qBllPycVt-5sAJfanj4Nm1L-R7WLg4.viaoOhVojmfFhMCptwzHEK16Y9rgx4sLHOekrDd1iUE&dib_tag=se&keywords=l-track+fittings&qid=1755608420&sprefix=l-track+,aps,111&sr=8-19&th=1

Horror Fright, err... I mean Habor Freight sells a handle style carabiner for $3.99.

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[pae1andonly]

Was thinking more this ... largely because I think I have one kicking around the garage. https://www.homedepot.com/p/KidKraft-Hand-Grips-Play-Set-Accessory-A24504/205853170

 

[hemiarch]

How about attaching a motorcycle peg type thing like the OP or a purpose built handle to something like this?
https://ourcyberweekend.com/products/cyber-rail-universal-gear-mount

 

[Willinak]

What do you think of these handles? Seems like a nice option.

 

[Mikec3399]

I just use a black milk create, when the truck in in Entry level, I grabbed 8 crates Monday morning in the back of a C store, power washed them last night, easy enough for tools, and I store an empty one in the frunk. It makes a great boost step and saves my knees for a 61-year-old Cyberbeast owner.
I just ordered the inside L track flagpole holders for both of my Beasts, I thick these will make great grab handles, hidden when the cover is closed, they will be delivered today, ill post pictures.
link,
Amazon.com : Lymorexan Flag Pole Holder Kit for Tesla Cybertruck, L Track Flag Pole Mount Kit for Tesla Cybertruck Fits Flagpoles Diameters Under 1.53 inches, with Double Lug Threaded Stud (Tube ID 1.53") : Patio, Lawn & Garden

 

[Beerman2011]

Great idea on the flagpole holders. Thanks all.

Now, if we could just find a good grab handle for climbing into the passenger seat, my wife would be super happy!

 

[jimnycricket65]

I had a handle but the cybertent got installed and the handle was too deep. I went camping and realized that I need a step stool so I went with this. It's better than pulling myself up:

https://a.co/d/8CqXvGx

 

[AverageJoe]

Great idea on the flagpole holders. Thanks all.

Now, if we could just find a good grab handle for climbing into the passenger seat, my wife would be super happy!

Power running boards from Amazon working great for my wife.

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