Product Description
Norstar | ST Skirted Truck Bed | Built-in Toolboxes, Exhaustive Feature Upgrades, & Complete Fitment Guide
Need a working truck bed with built-in, secure storage? The Norstar ST Skirted Truck Bed is a heavy-hauler designed for field mechanics, agricultural operators, and hotshot drivers. The ST Series features smooth-side skirting and four integrated, locking underbody toolboxes as standard equipment. Packed with newly upgraded standard features—like smoked LED lighting, camera knockouts, high-visibility work lights, and a new rear lockable compartment—it is perfectly engineered to keep up with your heaviest Magic Valley workloads.
We stock a wide variety of sizes and configurations to fit diverse vehicle applications. Every truck requires specific fitment parameters based on its generation, rear-wheel configuration, and cab-to-axle (CA) measurements. Popular footprints include:
Available Flatbed Sizes & Vehicle Footprints
Flatbeds must be carefully sized based on single vs. dual rear wheel chassis capacity to ensure perfect wheel-well flare clearance and turning radii:
7' (84") W x 7' L: Engineered specifically for Single Rear Wheel (SRW) setups replacing factory short beds.
7' (84") W x 8.5' L: Standard 8-foot frame replacements for Single Rear Wheel (SRW) trucks.
8' (96") W x 8.5' L: Wide-deck configuration explicitly designed for Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) standard 1-ton swaps.
8' (96") W x 9.25' L: Extended length models built as a direct fit for commercial 60" Cab-to-Axle (CA) frames.
Norstar Truck Bed Size & Fitment Guide
Below is the master sizing chart to match the ST Skirted Bed to your specific chassis runner width and CTA:
| Truck Make & Year | Configuration | Length x Width | Cab To Axle (CTA) | Frame Runners |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford (1998 - 2017) & (2018+) | Single Wheel Short Bed | 84" x 84" | 40" | 38" |
| Ford (1998 - 2017) & (2018+) | Single Wheel Long Bed | 8'6" x 84" | 56" | 38" |
| Ford (1998 - 2017) & (2018+) | Dually | 8'6" x 97" | 56" | 38" |
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| Ford (1998 - 2017) & (2018+) | Cab & Chassis | 9'4" x 94"/97" | 60" | 34" |
| Ford (1998 - 2017) & (2018+) | Cab & Chassis (Extended) | 11'4" x 94"/97" | 84" | 34" |
| GMC / Chevrolet (2001 - Present) | Single Wheel Short Bed | 84" x 84" | 42" | 42" |
| GMC / Chevrolet (2001 - Present) | Single Wheel Long Bed | 8'6" x 84" | 56" | 42" |
| GMC / Chevrolet (2001 - Present) | Dually | 8'6" x 97" | 56" | 42" |
| GMC / Chevrolet (2001 - Present) | Cab & Chassis | 9'4" x 94"/97" | 60" | 34" |
| GMC / Chevrolet (2001 - Present) | Cab & Chassis (Extended) | 11'4" x 94"/97" | 84" | 34" |
| Dodge / RAM (2003 - Present) | Single Wheel Short Bed | 84" x 84" | 38" | 42" |
| Dodge / RAM (2003 - Present) | Single Wheel Long Bed | 8'6" x 84" | 58" | 42" |
| Dodge / RAM (2003 - Present) | Megacab (Single Wheel) | 84" x 84" | 38" | 42" |
| Dodge / RAM (2003 - Present) | Megacab (Dually) | 84" x 97" | 38" | 42" |
| Dodge / RAM (2003 - Present) | Dually | 8'6" x 97" | 58" | 42" |
| Dodge / RAM (2003 - Present) | Cab & Chassis | 9'4" x 94"/97" | 60" | 34" |
| Dodge / RAM (2003 - Present) | Cab & Chassis (Extended) | 11'4" x 94"/97" | 84" | 34" |
The Structural Backbone: Built for Abuse
The Norstar ST model does not compromise on frame strength. The chassis runs on massive 4" runner channels backed by formed 3" x 3/16" channel cross-members. This framework is capped with a rugged 1/8" diamond plate steel floor deck and wrapped with heavy-duty 12-gauge steel construction, ensuring it can handle dropping pallets, heavy equipment, and constant abrasive wear.
Comprehensive Standard Features
The ST arrives fully loaded with heavy-duty construction elements and newly upgraded convenience features to maximize job site efficiency.
- Heavy Duty Construction: Structural Steel Frame with 4” Runner Channels, Formed 3 x 3/16” Channel Cross Members, and a Steel 1/8” Diamond Plate Floor. The body utilizes 12Ga Steel Construction with an 11Ga Skirted Smooth Plate Rear Bumper featuring an Anti-Slip Step. Primed and Powder Coated Black.
- Elite Towing Setup: Built-in Gooseneck Well with Ball Mounted & Diamond Plate Lid housing a 30k Rated 2 5/16” GN Ball. The rear features a 2.5” 18.5k Rated Receiver Hitch.
- Upgraded Storage & Hardware: 4 Toolboxes with Whale Tail / T-Handle Compression Latches, bolt-on hinges, and a newly integrated rear lockable compartment.
- Advanced Integration Knockouts: Equipped with a new camera knockout with mounting bracket, a new sensor knockout, and a new spare tire knockout. Includes an angled fuel filler neck & upgraded DEF routing combined together.
- Upgraded LED Lighting: Steel Tube Notched Head Rack for GN camera visibility, housing 2 new 20W work lights with switches. The rear includes 2 new 40W work lights with switches. All lighting is DOT approved, featuring upgraded 3/4” LED bullet marker lights, 4 smoked 6” oval LED reverse lights, 6 smoked 6” oval LED ST/TL/TN lights, and a single LED license plate light.
- Electrical: Molded Sealed Harness with Resistors, 4/5 & 7 Way Receiver Female Plug with Adapter, and a 7-Way Plug in the Gooseneck Well.
- Accessories: Removable Black Smooth Fender Flares and built-in Mudflap Brackets.
Available Options & Appearance Packages
Customize your Norstar ST Bed with premium individual options or bundled appearance packages:
- P01 Appearance Package: Rear Stake Pockets w/ Rub Rail (S52).
- P02 Appearance Package: Includes Aluminum Diamond Plate Trim Cover (X50) and Smooth Stainless Steel Polished Fenders (F02).
- P03 Appearance Package: Includes Chrome Accent Light Package (W50), Chrome Light Housing for Dually Only (W51), Chrome License Plate Housing (W52), Smooth Stainless Steel Polished Fenders (F02), and Aluminum Diamond Plate Trim (X50).
- Towing & Cargo: 15" Gooseneck Trough (X01), B&W Turnover Ball 2-5/16" (U06), and Bale Spikes (HB1).
- Body Options: Extended Height Head Rack, Camera Bracket (CA1), and Diamond White Paint (DWT).
⚠️ Professional In-House Installation
Modern trucks feature highly complex safety and powertrain systems that directly impact upfit requirements. We offer full in-house installation services Monday - Friday in our dedicated service bays.
Whether you require the relocation of factory backup cameras into the new Norstar camera brackets, integration of parking proximity sensors into the rear knockouts, or clean routing of Dual-Fuel and DEF tank necks, our technicians ensure your vehicle's systems remain fully operational. Contact our sales staff for an exact quote based on your specific truck make and model year.
Visit Riverside Trailers in Jerome, ID Today
Transform your pickup into a heavy-duty commercial asset. We stock multiple sizes and configurations to get your truck back on the road and working hard. Stop by our lot at 322 W Yakima Ave in Jerome, ID, serving the Twin Falls, Burley, and Mountain Home communities. Call our flatbed and upfitting experts today at 208-324-0400 to verify inventory, confirm your truck's CTA measurements, and build the perfect Norstar ST Skirted Truck Bed for your fleet!
*Installations are only offered in our facilities. Flatbeds and installation labor are subject to Idaho sales tax. Weights and specifications are approximate and subject to change depending on options.
Product Specifications
Warranty Information
Norstar Truck Beds & Flatbeds Factory Warranty
When you invest in a Norstar truck bed, you are backed by one of the most reliable warranties in the commercial industry. The following coverage applies to new Norstar flatbeds:
- 3-Year Structural Limited Warranty: Covers structural defects on parts manufactured by Norstar, including the main frame, subframe, crossmembers, and railings.
- 2-Year Comprehensive Limited Warranty: Covers defects in materials, components, and workmanship.
- 1-Year Paint Finish Warranty: Under the comprehensive warranty, the paint finish is warranted against peeling and cracking.
- Third-Party Components: Any individual components not manufactured directly by Norstar are covered by the warranties provided by their respective original manufacturers.
*To activate this coverage, products must be registered online with the manufacturer within 30 days of the original retail purchase.
Dealership Warranty Disclaimer
Please Note: All warranties offered and outlined above are provided exclusively by the manufacturer and not by Riverside Trailers Jerome. Riverside Trailers Jerome acts solely as an authorized dealership and professional installation facility. All warranty claims, approvals, labor reimbursements, and coverages are subject strictly to the manufacturer's final discretion and official policies.
For complete details, full terms and conditions, or to register your flatbed, please visit the manufacturer's official website: