I'm about to do the same thing to mine. I do a lot more backpacking trips, but having this as an option for "car" camping would be great for me and the dog. My only question is about the hinge and T frame underneath the front platform piece. When that folds over into the rear of the vehicle (I assume with a piano hinge, or something similar) with the seats up, the support 1x6s are sticking up, correct? I don't think it would be much of an issue when it's like that I am just trying to completely visualize the build concept.
The extension platform is pressure fitted and completely removable. Its resting on a "T" support that is hinged. When I want to put the seats up this is the procedure: 1. Move front seats forward (they help extension stay in place by pressure fit) 2. Pop extension up and slide back over platform 3. Fold "T" support and place behind the seat 4. Fold up rear seats It's a really simple design that allows me to carry 5 passengers with almost no effort whenever needed. Thanks for watching
I would definitely design and create something similar. I thought I would remove it between trips but it has remained inside of the 4Runner for the past year. I use it all the time.
Bro this is exactly what I’m looking to build!! A few questions for you if you don’t mind: 1) with the back seats up, is your drawer system and yeti cooler still fully functional and accessible? 2) how’re you liking the build? 3) could you share your build plans?
The yeti still fits in the 4Runner with the seats up perfectly! I roll around with the platform extended and when I need to carry 4 passengers I pull the extension on top of the box, put the yeti cooler on top of it and we are good to go. The system worked out better than I even imagined it would and don’t think I’ll be going back. It’s really nice to have the extra organized storage and there’s still a ton of room to haul gear in the back of the truck. Unfortunately I do not have any official plans for this build but check your email for some example photos and I’ll try to help the best I can. Thanks for your support!
@@foodstore2022 howdy! I have a drawn out build plan but I ended up changing a few things to make the build a little bigger. I just moved so let me see if I can find that for you!
I have a 20 year old 4 runner that needs some storage like this. I just got a RAV4 that I've been looking to add some storage drawers to and that's how I stumbled across this vid. Def appreciate the tips and info!
@@supermodestmouse right on I’m so glad you found this video. I’ve been using this drawer system for a couple months and I absolutely love it. So handy, never take it out. Thank you for watching
Amazing. Exactly my thought. Got all the materials for my own DIY build today and came across your video this evening. I thought of doing a height of 9" overall and for the sides I am thinking of plywood instead of the lumber. However, 1x6 is a good idea too. Wish you had covered the rest of build too. My dimensions are 43x37 for the top and 41x37 for the actual box. Planning to do 3/4 plywood sides. I see that you put screws on the joints. Are they strong enough? I am thinking of pocket holes. The interesting part is that I have never done carpentry in my life and this is going to be my first project. Got myself Bosch Jigsaw and the Ryobi Circular saw today. Doing the necessary calculations for the cuts tomorrow. Keeping my fingers crossed.
I can make a more detailed video if this is something you are interested in! The box is so incredibly strong I’ve had a variety of heavy stuff on this thing and it’s in the same condition as the day I built it! Absolutely love it and highly recommend to any 4Runner owners.
@@SeizeTheAdventureCo Thank you so much and would love that detailed video. I am sure it would be useful for many DIYers. BTW, can share the details about the drawer slides?
Hey dude, building this exact setup for my 5th gen, I went with 2x8s for the extra room. Just ordered the slides, how much room did you leave on each side for the drawers? Gonna try to get everything done before the slides come in.
I use my drawer system almost everyday it was the upgrade for the 5th gen. I used the width of my sliders so that will be determined by whatever sliders you may have bought. Thanks for watching hope this helps
Great choice getting the 4Runner. I would highly recommend a similar platform drawer system to maximize space and utility. Unfortunately I don't have official plans, but with the high volume of requests I may recreate and produce a new and improved system. Let me know if that is something you would be interested in.
I have laid on it and loaded hundreds of pounds of camping/ski gear plus dogs, coolers, etc. it has held up very well. I will agree that the length isn’t ideal for the tallest person. I fit pretty well with my pillow propped up on the seat back and have slept in the 4Runner before the platform was installed and it works for a night in a pinch.
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Some great ideas here buddy! Thanks so much for the tour! Def gonna use a few of your tricks, like the d ring tie downs! Brilliant!
Really glad you found this one. This system has made the 4Runner even more useful!
I'm about to do the same thing to mine. I do a lot more backpacking trips, but having this as an option for "car" camping would be great for me and the dog. My only question is about the hinge and T frame underneath the front platform piece. When that folds over into the rear of the vehicle (I assume with a piano hinge, or something similar) with the seats up, the support 1x6s are sticking up, correct? I don't think it would be much of an issue when it's like that I am just trying to completely visualize the build concept.
The extension platform is pressure fitted and completely removable. Its resting on a "T" support that is hinged. When I want to put the seats up this is the procedure:
1. Move front seats forward (they help extension stay in place by pressure fit)
2. Pop extension up and slide back over platform
3. Fold "T" support and place behind the seat
4. Fold up rear seats
It's a really simple design that allows me to carry 5 passengers with almost no effort whenever needed. Thanks for watching
Another fabulous video! Great work!!
It was a fun one, thanks for watching!
Nice build. You might want to put in some d rings to anchor the cooler
That’s a great suggestion Jimmy, I think I’ll do that. Thanks for watching
Great simple and effective system.
Really have been enjoying this storage system and it has held up great! would recommend!
Great job!!!
Really appreciate that AJ, thanks for watching!
Very nice. I just bought a 4runner this week and these are good ideas for me to consider before going camping. Thank you ❤
Awesome! I’d highly recommend building something like this. It really utilizes the maximum amount of space in your 4Runner
This is what im looking to do with my 4 runner
I would definitely design and create something similar. I thought I would remove it between trips but it has remained inside of the 4Runner for the past year. I use it all the time.
@@SeizeTheAdventureCo im saving up for a trip to asia next year but once i get back i am going to start building something out.
You’re amazing 👏🏻😄
No you are! thanks for watching
Gonna go off of this type of build on my Xterra!
Really enjoying it so far! Would highly recommend it.
Bro this is exactly what I’m looking to build!! A few questions for you if you don’t mind:
1) with the back seats up, is your drawer system and yeti cooler still fully functional and accessible?
2) how’re you liking the build?
3) could you share your build plans?
The yeti still fits in the 4Runner with the seats up perfectly! I roll around with the platform extended and when I need to carry 4 passengers I pull the extension on top of the box, put the yeti cooler on top of it and we are good to go.
The system worked out better than I even imagined it would and don’t think I’ll be going back. It’s really nice to have the extra organized storage and there’s still a ton of room to haul gear in the back of the truck.
Unfortunately I do not have any official plans for this build but check your email for some example photos and I’ll try to help the best I can.
Thanks for your support!
@@SeizeTheAdventureCo super helpful!! I’ll check out the email and fire back a few questions as I draw up a rough blue print
@@richardson_adventures By chance if you happen to have build plans, could you please share them? Looking to start this build asap
@@foodstore2022 howdy! I have a drawn out build plan but I ended up changing a few things to make the build a little bigger. I just moved so let me see if I can find that for you!
@@richardson_adventuresany chance you could send those plans as well? Thanks !
I have a 20 year old 4 runner that needs some storage like this. I just got a RAV4 that I've been looking to add some storage drawers to and that's how I stumbled across this vid. Def appreciate the tips and info!
@@supermodestmouse right on I’m so glad you found this video. I’ve been using this drawer system for a couple months and I absolutely love it. So handy, never take it out. Thank you for watching
Amazing. Exactly my thought. Got all the materials for my own DIY build today and came across your video this evening. I thought of doing a height of 9" overall and for the sides I am thinking of plywood instead of the lumber. However, 1x6 is a good idea too. Wish you had covered the rest of build too. My dimensions are 43x37 for the top and 41x37 for the actual box. Planning to do 3/4 plywood sides. I see that you put screws on the joints. Are they strong enough? I am thinking of pocket holes. The interesting part is that I have never done carpentry in my life and this is going to be my first project. Got myself Bosch Jigsaw and the Ryobi Circular saw today. Doing the necessary calculations for the cuts tomorrow. Keeping my fingers crossed.
I can make a more detailed video if this is something you are interested in! The box is so incredibly strong I’ve had a variety of heavy stuff on this thing and it’s in the same condition as the day I built it! Absolutely love it and highly recommend to any 4Runner owners.
@@SeizeTheAdventureCo Thank you so much and would love that detailed video. I am sure it would be useful for many DIYers. BTW, can share the details about the drawer slides?
Hey dude, building this exact setup for my 5th gen, I went with 2x8s for the extra room. Just ordered the slides, how much room did you leave on each side for the drawers? Gonna try to get everything done before the slides come in.
I use my drawer system almost everyday it was the upgrade for the 5th gen. I used the width of my sliders so that will be determined by whatever sliders you may have bought. Thanks for watching hope this helps
I just got my 4runner and have been struggling to find a layout to do this, do you by any chance have the plans for this? Thanks!
Great choice getting the 4Runner. I would highly recommend a similar platform drawer system to maximize space and utility. Unfortunately I don't have official plans, but with the high volume of requests I may recreate and produce a new and improved system. Let me know if that is something you would be interested in.
@@SeizeTheAdventureCo absolutely! Thanks for responding I’ll keep an eye out and just subscribed.
@@SeizeTheAdventureCo i would definitely be interested!
After you stapled the carpet did you screw the top plywood onto the rest of the frame or is it sitting loosely?
YES! I screwed the top piece of plywood down to the box. It's really holding up amazing and I use this storage system about every single day!
Exactly what I need! Solid build bro. You have the measurements? Thanks
I recall some measurements in the video during a voice over. Check that out! thanks for watching
Man you need to come out with plans and a cut list
I have gotten a good amount of requests for this. Maybe I need to make a new and improved version with a complete set of plans! Thanks for watching
Please do man would definitely have many interested I like that yours is low most are not having no headroom is useless
Have you laid on it? Do two people have enough room there with their knees bent? It's tight without removing the seat bottoms.
I have laid on it and loaded hundreds of pounds of camping/ski gear plus dogs, coolers, etc. it has held up very well.
I will agree that the length isn’t ideal for the tallest person. I fit pretty well with my pillow propped up on the seat back and have slept in the 4Runner before the platform was installed and it works for a night in a pinch.
Do you by chance remember the measurements
I explain the dimensions with voice over!