The Chevy Colorado is a highly versatile midsize pickup truck designed to handle a variety of different tasks. Naturally, those tasks include all the usual pickup activities, such as hauling loads to and fro. However, some Colorado owners may be wondering how to safely haul large, broad items like sheets of plywood or drywall. Now, GM Authority is detailing the process to ensure it’s smooth and worry-free.
To safely haul sheets of plywood, users can utilize the Chevy Colorado’s highly versatile tailgate, setting it in the “mid-position.” Start by lifting up the tailgate handle to unlatch it, then lower the tailgate enough to access the brackets on either side. Hook the cables into each bracket, ensuring the tailgate is securely supported. This mid-position is designed specifically to carry larger items like plywood while keeping the tailgate level.
For additional support, prepare two wooden boards so that they fit snugly into the slots inside the truck bed. The board closest to the cab should measure approximately 46 inches (117 cm), while the board closer to the tailgate should be about 59 inches (150 cm). Trim the bottom corners of each board to fit the slots. Insert and secure these boards before loading the plywood to provide a stable base.
Once the tailgate and support boards are properly set up, carefully place the sheets of plywood onto the bed. Ensure the plywood lies flat and evenly supported by the boards and tailgate. Use straps or tie-downs to secure the load and prevent movement during transport.
Of course, we should also mention that users should avoid riding on the tailgate or allow anyone to sit on the plywood while the vehicle is in motion. Also, never place items between the cab and the truck bed, as they could come into contact with exhaust pipes and create a fire hazard.
As a reminder, the latest 2025 Chevy Colorado is equipped exclusively with the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine, which is rated at 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. The entry-level 2.7L I4 L2R gasoline engine was discontinued for the 2025 model year. Under the body panels, the Chevy Colorado rides on the updated 31XX-2 platform, while vehicle production takes place at GM’s Wentzville Assembly Plant in Missouri.
Comments
How in the world is this a news article? And why haven’t you said anything about how you were wrong about the 2025 Build and Price launch date again? Maybe time to get some new sources?
Well it does seem odd that GMC’s 2025 build and price is up for the Canyon, but Chevy’s is not for the Colorado. Sort of backwards per the last several years, as Chevy has hysterically been first by a long shot, with GMC tightlipped.
2025 Colorado site allows very little functionality, you can check inventory of 2025’s, but basically that’s it.
Why can’t they get 48 inches between the wheel wells? Ford can with the Ranger.
I long for the days of trucks with 4 ft. between the wheel wells and an 8 ft. long box.
You need new writers. Just one picture with an actual sheet of plywood would explain this feature far better than this article.
Get a full-size bed and there is no problem. I’ve never understood getting a short bed when you want to haul stuff, like 4X8s.
My ’91 Caprice wagon does it well. Slide ’em right in.
Apparently people are probably complaining about the baby bed . Just make a bigger bed available and u won’t have written this useless article. I ordered a 2022 Colorado just because it was the last of the 6’ bed and 6 cylinder.
i agree with Ken….ordered a 2022 GMC just because it was the last of the 6 cyl, doesnt have the stop/start crap and totally dislike the turbos…just wish there was room in the Ext. cab to fit a tool box on the floor ….stupid design having almost no floor space unlike my 1992 colorado.
Honda Ridgeline does not have that problem…..(former Colorado, Canyon owner). V6 also, 4 wheel independent suspension, lower chassis.