thanks endlessearth....its my daily driver also. I have a 3/4" horse stall mat that I place over the wood when I need to "use" the truck. Helps protect the wood. Ive had my big block carried in the back as well as the pallet of shingles....about the heaviest things I've moved lately and the stall mat has worked flawlessly. Best $50 spent at Tractor Supply yet. I'll post a part number in case it'll help anyone else. They are 4x6', which makes them perfect for a short stepside, I guess the long bed guys could cut one down and the fleetsides could use two to cover the bed space.
Heres the link to the stall mats to protect the bed. Part #2219003 link....
http://www.tractorsupply.com/en/stor...at-4-ft-x-6-ft