Bed Stiffeners? Worth it or nah?

Whats up with bed stiffeners? Some people say over time Tacoma's rear sheet metal channels crack over time and that these stiffeners are needed? True / False? Thoughts?

 

If you’re running a lot of weight on your bed rails then it’s probably not a bad idea. If not, don’t worry about it.

 

ok thanks.. yea at most some bed racks or at most a camper shell.. im not an overlanding guy whos going to have jerry cans and rooftop tents loaded on my bed bars etc etc. just strap some surfboards to the roof and hit the beach lol

 

I got a good deal on mine. I have em. If You're unsure or on the fence, just wait till a used set comes up.

 

They are mainly really used for heavy off roading with say a RTT attached as well as just excess weight, like Tacomarin said.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/bed-stiffeners-what-do-they-do-do-i-need-them.555752/

 

Minimum two rotopax, RTT, and unplugged winch to be eligible for bed stiffener purchase

 

@At The Helm is what I have and the bonus is each side has a bottle opener!

 

Another bonus is tie down points and antenna/whip mount

 

I don’t think they are necessary, but the extra tie downs are really nice. I was against them, ‘til I got them, now I “need” them.