Mattress in a ST

[horsegoalie]

This is my first post here. Just got a ST a couple weeks ago, and have really enjoyed it. I am wondering if anyone has moved mattresses with their ST? I have to move one about 60 miles, mostly highway, and could borrow a Silverado 2500, but would prefer to use the ST. Any thoughts?

 

[10uhcST]

Will probably fit, just have to let some of it hang out over the side and tailgate and tie it down. A full size shouldn't be too much overhang, but queen or king will have more. just use lots of rope, etc., and don't speed too much.

 

[horsegoalie]

It is a queen size mattress. Maybe we are biting off more than the ST can chew?

 

[Blackdiamondtrac]

It is a queen size mattress. Maybe we are biting off more than the ST can chew?

No I think you should be fine. I've done it. Just tie it down well and it shouldnt be a problem. Good luck!

 

[GSU4x4]

The ST can def handle it, cause you're gonna have overhang with any truck you take probably

 

[Gus Gorilla]

It is a queen size mattress. Maybe we are biting off more than the ST can chew?

Hell no. I moved a King in my ST. Frame, headboard, box, mattress and all. If you have ratchet straps or rope you can secure it. I'm surrounded by folks with 0 trucks. I'm designated mover. Beds are no sweat. Theres no weight to them. Just tie it down tight and drop the hammer. Just moved a full sized ping-pong table. It was like a sail in the back of the ST but like I said. Secure your load down tight and drop the hammer. Don't underestimate the ST. Push it. The 01-05 variety can handle 1 1/2 rick of wet oak firewood. The bed is small but that just means you can't possibly overload it.

 

[horsegoalie]

So after all that worry, it was really that easy. Put the tailgate down, a little rope, and I was good to go. I get more and more impressed as time goes by with my new truck...

 

[brown986]

Do you have a tonneau cover? I do and I moved a queen size mattress by strapping it on top of the tonneau cover w/wratchet straps connected to the outside tie hooks. Worked great. Delivered mattress to a friend & drove there on an Interstate highway @ 70+ or so - no problem.