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Yeah I found the same when researching. I wish I went into more detail on what I like about the design, but hopefully I provided the gist of my reasons.

@@GrizzlyPath Well, for what it's worth you had the best overview I've seen yet! I'm glad to hear you still like the rack. We're looking to put a full length rack on our TRD Pro here shortly, and Sherpa is located about twenty minutes from our house. I do like the styling/look of the factory TRD Pro rack, but I just don't think it's the most useful design for people who actually intend to use their roof racks. My one big concern right now is removing the factory TRD Pro rack, as my understanding is that Toyota opted to use red Loctite on the fasteners for that particular rack... lots of stories of people breaking bolts and having to pull the headliner. I'm hoping a careful application of heat will help with the removal of the stock rack, but I get a little uneasy about using the torch on the roof of our new vehicle!

I’ll check them out!

I’m 6-1 and can sleep comfortably. I sleep on the passenger side, slide the front passenger seat all the way forward. You need to build or use a filler in the backseat footwell area to build it up and extend your sleeping area. With that you should fit a lot better.

I have an access panel from the engine bay to reach the clutch. And I have a plug extension that relocates the remote plug up in the engine bay.

Thanks! Honestly not sure the spring rate. I just tried looking it up but my old order just says “0-110 extra lbs” with no data and Ironman4x4 apparently doesn’t sell the springs anymore.

No I think you’ll be alright without it!

If theft is a problem where you are then yeah you should add some additional security.

Cold- hard to quantify, I haven’t collected real data. It definitely keeps the freezing condensation outside between the glass and reflectix so it’s helping. I usually camp in 0-30F so every little bit helps. Heat- here it definitely helps keep heat out. Sometimes I’ll put them in some or all windows when it’s hot out and I’m camping to help shade and block sun.

More the merrier that’s for sure!

Good ‘ol measuring tape!

@@GrizzlyPathdid you have the plywood cut already to use as a reference?

I roughed out the platform using cardboard. From there I could cut it out of wood so I knew it’d fit perfect. Then I used a level on something I knew was level (my rear trunk platform) and matched the new front platform. Measured the height required underneath using a tape measure and maybe misc trimmed pieces of cardboard until I got a length right. Then cut it out of metal and built tabs to weld on. Something along those lines, just gotta take your time and go slow. Recommend using cardboard to get things right before committing to wood or metal work.

I’ve never had that happen personally, but you can manually override the auto dimmer by clicking the switch to the top max setting. In my vehicle, the auto dimming is not affected by my headlights being on/off. If you have a Limited with Auto headlights or something it may be different.

It’s actually decently sturdy up to about a max of 1.5-ft. I used it a TON for years. My current drawer build doesn’t have a table, but I miss it and might have to add one in. Don’t underestimate even a small table!

To be fair I don’t use it too often. Usually I’ll put a single Plano Sportsman on it and maybe a kid bike. On my 4Runner I already have decent departure clearance so it probably doesn’t do a ton, on my wife’s Highlander a flat rack will bottom out all the time we found. I’d say one downside is it now potentially interferes with the hatch depending on what you have on it. So if you do something like I did just keep that in mind! Overall I’m happy with it, but if you need serious extra cargo space it might not be worth it to make it extra high clearance.

I should note that I have both this light duty high clearance one (now modified) and the flat big one that hinges up.

It came with a big flat 10L tank, but I replaced it with a smaller rectangular 5L one that fits inside.

What do you mean, this is legit Yeti! Haha.

You can get spacers for the rear, but I haven’t had any problems back there. Honestly had no problems up front either, but figured this might be preventative.

Good question! I don’t think I mention it in the video. I’d have to go check tbh I can’t remember. I’ll try to check and get back to you.

Glad I could help and you got it figured out for a newer model! Silly they don’t just come with the sensor……!

I’m actually using it right now! Threw my kid’s dirt bike on it for a camp trip. It’s holding up great.

I should, but at the moment I don’t have any! In general though if you’re willing to build it then doing the measuring isn’t too much more work though. I believe in you!

I recommend watching my “leveling platform update” video where I show how I improved all the tie down points! As for dimensions, sorry I don’t have any on hand. I ripped the 2x4s down so with the 1/2 on top it matches the height of the folded down seats. Approx 2-2.5” if I recall.

Not sure if I fully added it back, but you’re right that it’s not a full savings. I would do it again, because even with 3/4 ply I think it would bow in the middle under enough weight, especially since this leveling platform has no “back” support. If it was a drawer box or something the. 3/4 may not bow, but for this application I think you’ll need a middle support no matter what. With that being said, I think the 1/2 saves a bit of weight and material for sure.

I’m glad! It’s been quite a while and my setup has changed many times over the years, but it’s still nice to explore different ideas.

Oh gosh I never planned on producing these sorry. There are a few companies now who make similar ones I think!

Thanks Brian, I appreciate it! I’ve been slacking with videos, but if you’re on instagram feel free to connect!

Equalizing the system seems to be hit or miss on whether it fixed the lean problem. A lean of some sort seems to be inherent in Tacoma/4Runners, I guess due to the weight distribution (fuel tank, etc). However, if you do try the equalization method it is performed AFTER installing a lift, so you could still do it.

I removed the 4 factory D-rings and ran bolts through the platform into the threaded mounting holes so it’s fully secure.

@@GrizzlyPath You did not need to do any changes to the vehicle metal frame right? just extended it to come all the way up right?

Exactly!

In this build, NO! But if you look at my channel I have a follow up to this video where I talk about all the changes I made- including anchoring it to all 4 tie down locations.

Look up “208Tyler” on RUclips and go back to his Pathfinder videos, he goes over a lot of suspension options! Tyler es mi amigo.

Dang! The quality is really nice. Seems there aren’t many options for hidden winch cradles, if I were to do it now without options I’d get one of those mid-bumper replacements that replaces the center bottom section entirely.

That’s an idea for next time! However; then the square tubing wouldn’t be flat below my pinch weld? Anyway, lots of good ideas for next time, I might redo these this summer! My friend bought a legit bender too which is a game changer.

Thanks dude. Yeah I think you’re right about round tube under the pinch weld making it easier. Hopefully can just cope and rotate. I should do that for round 2!

I just got done building a replacement drawer system, similar style. It’s a great beginner project, could be done with a jig saw and a drill.

Was quite a while ago, but honestly every time I do woodworking and don’t wear a mask I wish I did lol. Be coughing up saw dust all night.

Yeah it’s black plastidip.

Noo!!! What about one of those flexible claw grabber things? Get one with no magnets so it’s a smaller head to put through the hole maybe.

@@GrizzlyPath flimsy dry cleaner hanger, bent with a little hoop at the end got the wires up. Then needle nose, to grab the bottom part of the plug and pull through the hole. Success! Super grateful cause I thought for sure I wasn't going to get that back.

Yes, mine works well. Hmm… I would start by tracing all your wiring, see if something is broken. Sounds like power is being cut since the camera does work for a min.