What is in my truck, Introduction.

I want to share with you some things that I keep in my truck and some things I have hauled in my truck.

A little bit about my truck:

I drive a 2006 four door full size pick up truck. It currently has a little over 90,000 miles on it and the majority of the time I drive it to my corporate information technology job. I purchased it as my daily driver and to be able to haul large items that maybe needed around the house. I like having a four door truck because it allows my son the ability to get in and out of the backseat easily. My truck serves many functions for my family and I am very thankful to have it.

My recommendations for truck ownership:

• Spray in bed liner:
My truck came with the liner at purchase and I have been very happy with it. It is very good at keeping the bed of the truck looking nice and it is helpful with having a texture so that items are less likely to slide around.

• Utility tracks/Tie down loops:
  Truck beds are open to the elements and items can easily be blown out or tumble around. It is good to have a way to secure your load. The best method I have found is using straps/ropes/tie downs. In order to use them effectively it is good to have utility tracks or tie down loops to attach them to already built into the bottom or side walls. Utility tracks allow you to move your tie down loops to different positions along tracks permanently built into the truck. I don't use my utility tracks as much as I do the tie down loops that are found in each bottom corner of the truck bed. I like this loops best because I don't have to reposition anything along the utility track. This is a preference but I do like having the choice of method.
  
• Trailer Hitch/Ball Receiver: 
  I don't tow trailers on a daily or even weekly bases. I do occasionally need to use a trailer to move items that are too large or bulky for my truck bed. When we purchased the truck, we also owned boats that would need to be towed. It is always good to have the ability to attach a trailer.
  
• Step Rails/Side Steps:
My truck isn't lifted or on large tires, but it is higher off the ground than the average car or sports utility vehicle. I am tall and I am able to easily get in or out of my truck without any issues. My wife and son can struggle to enter or exit my truck, so I have installed some stainless steel step rails. They look very nice and are very helpful. Even my dogs are appreciative, as they sometime need a ride and they like having a step available to get in and out.

These are just a few of my recommendations that I have built in to my truck. I am planning on sharing more items in future entries that will feature items that are kept in my truck or hauled by my truck.