This build is awesome! I’ve watched multiple other videos on building a drawer system and yours is the cleanest and most compelling one I’ve seen yet! I appreciate the cut measurements you include, but I wonder if you’d be willing to also show a list of raw materials so I know how many of each to purchase. Planning to do a nearly identical build in the near future and would love a simplified shopping list!
This is the slickest setup for a 4Runner I've seen in a long time. Great attention to detail and maximizing all space. I didn't expect to see a full backseat there under the platform! Suhweeeeeet
Thanks for all the measurements and the attention to detail! I love the poly drawer slide idea. The drawer slides I found were $50-90 per pair so this will help me save alot
Super great build man. By far one of the most simplest and cleanest designs out there which include a drawer. Definitely gonna snag some ideas from this including the dog bowls. Hope to see some more content of some trips with this thing. 👍🏻🤟🏻
Matt, I’ve watched what seems to be all of the build out videos for Toyota and yours is far and away the nicest cleanest build! Thanks for the great concise video.,
Very cool. When I saw the back seats still in place I was thinking oh man this build is too short for me. But you addressed the issue perfectly and I can 't wait to do the same build!
This was an awesome build. Love the attention to detail! Would love to replicate the double unfolding platform to create something for my Rav4 Hybrid. Great job man! Cheers
better than the others ive seen by far. well done! id love to get the design plans if its at all possible. your dad did great work with that design. hats off.
Matt, great video! I currently have a system in my 3rd Gen but I noticed a few things from yours that I like a little more and will probably make some changes down the road!👍🏼
So sick! I’m getting a 3rd gen at the end of the month and want to do this with mine.. Would you consider doing a more in-depth video to give me a better idea of the build’s logistics.. Measurements I see in the description, but in addition maybe a list of tools, screw/hinge sizing, etc? Either way, I love the vid and thanks for putting this out there for everyone!
Simple genius bro. I have looked at several videos and done a lot of measuring and sketching in my 2001 4runner, and this is the design I want to go with! If you are so inclined, dimensions would be very helpful. Thanks for an awesome video! Aloha!
I'm going to do something similar in mine without the bed platform. I am also going to cut out homes along the 2x4 and in the base of the drawers housing to lighten it up. Using large pieces of ply like this makes it REALLY heavy and I'm not sleeping on it.
Love this build! Gearing up to get started on putting this together myself. Matt, after using it a few years anything you would change or do differently?
Excellent job matt coming from a contractor I’m thinking and wondering if adding some UHMW along the top sections on the left and right far sides (on underside of the 3/4” ply top ) would help guide and support the drawer - was there a reason why you didn’t
This is great. I’m doing mine at the moment in my 97 hilux surf. I’m using your fold out style. I hope it comes out as good. I have a question. How much weight did this bed add to your truck? Thanks.
hey Matt, thanks for sharing - it’s great! I have your same car and want to replicate. can you confirm which dimension is which for the top and bottom sections of the rear part of the platform? the length and width are only a quarter inch different and i don’t want to mess this up lol. thanks dude
At 6'3 I can barely fit in the back of may 4th gen with no adjustments to the front seats 😂 Looking forward to building something like this so I don't have to sleep next to my gear!
those cup holders are game changer. and i really like that drawer cover is also a kitchen table. have a 5th gen but this is inspiring. definitely got that wow factor. nice work!
Very nicely done, Matt....I applaud the ingenuity that went into your design. Just starting on a similar build for my Taco and am leaning towards teflon or the polyethylene for the slides as well; the commercial metal slides are fiendishly expensive, and if they jam up when you're out in the boonies you could be screwed....I'm thinking the plastic slides are pretty much foolproof. Now that you've (likely) used it for a few months, are you happy with the plastic slides? Thanks for taking the time to post! And BTW...as an 'old guy', I really like the nod to your Da at the end....very nice touch.
The plastic slides are absolutely the way to go. They slide as well today as they did 7 months ago. I use the drawer almost daily. Thanks for the kind words!
damn, this is so sick, i can't wait to do this in my '01 i just bought! thanks!! quick question: did you have home depot/lowe's make any pre-cuts to the plywood? how many sheets total did you get, and did they all fit in your 4runner or did you need a bigger truck for the materials transport?
Go to RUclips channel Seeking the Stoke with Neeks and watch Tour of My Car Camping Set-up video. In the description he lists all the tools, materials, parts, components and cuts he used to make a similar build as this one.
Those PE runners are a good idea. A lot of builds I've seen use drawer slides which sacrifice a good 1/2" to 1" on each side. Your build (or at least the video) is relatively new, but have you experienced any issues with this method? And painting the wood dark is the way to go. I'm planning to do that with mine.
Liked your built very much! I am curious about all these platforms: how is it possible to reach the spare wheel in case it’s needed? Any ideas? Thanks.
The spare wheel is located under the truck, so the platform doesn't interfere with access. You just need to be able to access the tool under the rear passenger seat. There is a rod you place into your back bumper and twist. It then lowers the spare. There's videos on RUclips that show the process.
@@mattieinthemountains1812 is the plastic sheet you listed in the description cut-able with a table saw? how did you cut it? then, can a simple screw / power drill go thru it to attach to the inside of the frame? or how did you attach? thanks :)
Thanks for sharing this. I just got an 02 this year and am looking at doing something similar. I'm 6'5'' so I'm thinking I might use the drawer & false top to extend the bed. Any thoughts on that? (obviously that would mean leaving the hatch open to rain and bugs, but I figure on nice nights it would work. Also, roughly how much $ do you think this whole build costs? Lastly, is there anything you would do differently next time? Thanks again! -Nate
Hi Nathan - I like the idea of using the drawer as a bed platform extension. My build is 74 inches long so you would only need 3 more inches to support your height. Only issue would be the difference in height between the top of the drawer and the platform (about 3/4 inches). My thought is you could just lay some clothes or a pillow down on the false top to fix the discrepancy. I'd recommend getting something like this - www.amazon.com/Napier-Sportz-Cove-61500-Minivan/dp/B01NA6NXB3/ref=asc_df_B01NA6NXB3/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=218094726470&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4471697968747163508&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9002424&hvtargid=pla-356353890943&psc=1 - so you can extend the drawer and not get bothered by bugs. I spent around $200 total for this build. The most expensive part was the wood. I'm really really pleased with the functionality and ease of use of this system. I might have gone with 2x10s instead of 2x8s to have a little more room in the drawers/understorage, but with your height I think 2x8s are still the way to go. Let me know if you have any more questions!
Love the build Matt. My question is have you put a lot of weight on the platform, more specifically the rear part of the platform, closer to the lift gate. Reason why I ask is because I use my car to carry (sometimes) up to 2,000 pounds in the rear. Of course I know it’s wood so it’s possible it would break the platform but what would you say the weight capacity of this platform is?
Hi Matt, awesome, simple build Iove it. How long are your strips of UHWM and how did you cut them to length for the slides? Again, thanks for your video!
Thanks! The strips are roughly 38” long (from the front of the frame to the back). The UHMW sheet I purchased was only 24” long so I did need to use multiple strips to account for the additional length. I used a table saw to cut them
You mentioned you stapled the carpet but it looked like you just glued it and held it on with the piano hinges? I'm halfway into my build and am taking ideas from yours . Thank man, great video
Great video thanks for sharing. How deep is that drawer, about 3 feet deep? Also how far can you extend it out before it starts to fall out? Have you had any issues with reaching items deep in the drawers? Trying to decide between UHMW and full extension slides.
Thanks! Yes, the drawer is just over 3 feet deep I believe. It starts to get wobbly/weak when it’s just about completely extended, but I never really need to pull it open that far to access anything. I’m extremely pleased with the UHMW slides because of how solid it is
MATTIE IN THE MOUNTAINS okay sweet that’s good to know. Yeah I’ve pretty much decided on doing UHMW slides now over ball bearings. They just seem more sturdy and there’s a lot less to break or go wrong. Thanks!
Thanks! Nope, the UHMW is strictly drilled into the bottom and sides of the frame. You could rub wax on the base of the drawer to make it slide better, but it slides just fine without it
"If you wanna use the back seats, you can." Immediate like.
fuck the back seats
The aggression lolll
But, I know how you feel. I tossed the 3rd row out of my suburban. Like, "I dont need it." Haha
@@florindagonzalez5700 I'm 6'2. So, the back seats have to go, I sleep head to hatch so my feet can hang
So far this is leading the list of best and easiest 3rd Gen conversions. We’ll done. Thanks
This build is awesome! I’ve watched multiple other videos on building a drawer system and yours is the cleanest and most compelling one I’ve seen yet! I appreciate the cut measurements you include, but I wonder if you’d be willing to also show a list of raw materials so I know how many of each to purchase. Planning to do a nearly identical build in the near future and would love a simplified shopping list!
howd it turn out
As soon as I saw the food and water bowls I loved this build.
This is the slickest setup for a 4Runner I've seen in a long time. Great attention to detail and maximizing all space. I didn't expect to see a full backseat there under the platform! Suhweeeeeet
by far the best design we've seen! thank you for sharing!
Well there you have it, the most realistic and well thought out bed platform I've seen yet
Thanks for all the measurements and the attention to detail! I love the poly drawer slide idea. The drawer slides I found were $50-90 per pair so this will help me save alot
Great video Matt! This build is one of my favorites i've seen. taking lots of notes from it, cheers
Thanks for the kind words! Happy building
Super great build man. By far one of the most simplest and cleanest designs out there which include a drawer. Definitely gonna snag some ideas from this including the dog bowls. Hope to see some more content of some trips with this thing. 👍🏻🤟🏻
That bed to backseat and vis versa speed is great. Not tedious very quick and easy. Didn’t mean to but totally said “wow” out loud 😂
Love it!! Doing this to my 4Runner this year
Thanks Matt, loved the design and it worked out perfectly.
Did a few adjustments to suit my needs but everything worked out great!
That is EXACTLY the issue I am facing with my '99! Brilliant, thanks!
One of the few videos I've seen after buying my 4runner and wow 👏 this was great. Awesome stuff and thanks for sharing 👍 😀
This is brilliant. Gonna copy it exactly.. might do my own measurements... Thank You!
Matt, I’ve watched what seems to be all of the build out videos for Toyota and yours is far and away the nicest cleanest build!
Thanks for the great concise video.,
Love it ! Looking for ideas for my 3rd gen. This one is the best so far.
Simple yet so effective my man thank you
Awesome build. Well done!
Best build out ive seen, nicely done. I really like the false top on drawer, perfect cooking space
Nice video, some good ideas there. I also like the Napier tent(ish) item you recommended to Nathan. Thanks for posting.
this is awesome!!! exactly what i was thinking about
BRAVO ZULU! Excellent job.
Great vid !! Love the setup and Timber too!
Best one of these i have seen so far. well done
Awesome video! I particularly like your co-host Timber!
That is pretty awesome. I was thinking of doing something similar. This gives me some ideas.
best one I've seen by far, nicely done.
Nicely done! This is way more efficient than the one I use for my 3rd Gen. I will be building your version soon I hope!
Very cool. When I saw the back seats still in place I was thinking oh man this build is too short for me. But you addressed the issue perfectly and I can 't wait to do the same build!
Glad to hear it!
This was an awesome build. Love the attention to detail! Would love to replicate the double unfolding platform to create something for my Rav4 Hybrid. Great job man! Cheers
Yeah nice touch with those beverage holders on either side of the platform build. Really good job on that👍🏼👍🏼
better than the others ive seen by far. well done! id love to get the design plans if its at all possible. your dad did great work with that design. hats off.
Great Build Matt! Thx for the Video!
Great job man, your design is the best one I've seen yet
Thanks!
Super clean set up!
Nice one, the best one i have seen 👌
Nice job, I like the simplicity of it.
Great build, well demonstrated. This goes on my “Model Build” playlist. Subbed and thumbs upped.🌿
Matt, great video! I currently have a system in my 3rd Gen but I noticed a few things from yours that I like a little more and will probably make some changes down the road!👍🏼
Nice! Feel free to shoot me any questions once you start your modifications🤙🏻
The dogs water & food bowl. Is cute ❤
Nicely done. Thank you.
super sick set up
Every video I watch of these, everyone has their own unique "Stamp" and personal coolness factor. So simple yet so effective.
Nice work!
Nice set up.
Great video!
Great build. I may have to design mine based on yours. Thanks
super duper clean!
Nicely done!
I now know what im going to do thanks to you
Great build! Thank you for sharing, I have been searching for an extension concept like this for a while. Well done!
Looks very practical.. Nice
Great build
So sick! I’m getting a 3rd gen at the end of the month and want to do this with mine.. Would you consider doing a more in-depth video to give me a better idea of the build’s logistics.. Measurements I see in the description, but in addition maybe a list of tools, screw/hinge sizing, etc? Either way, I love the vid and thanks for putting this out there for everyone!
great build man and go bruins!
Nice job dude
That is awesome third GEN best GEN
Brilliant!
Gonna try and attempt this
Brilliant! 😎
Simple genius bro. I have looked at several videos and done a lot of measuring and sketching in my 2001 4runner, and this is the design I want to go with! If you are so inclined, dimensions would be very helpful. Thanks for an awesome video! Aloha!
Thanks, and glad to hear it! Dimensions are in the video description. Happy building!
Awesome!
Muy bueno. Felicitaciones
Nice build!
I'm going to do something similar in mine without the bed platform. I am also going to cut out homes along the 2x4 and in the base of the drawers housing to lighten it up. Using large pieces of ply like this makes it REALLY heavy and I'm not sleeping on it.
Thanks bro!
excellent
Very clever.
best bed build.
Love this build! Gearing up to get started on putting this together myself. Matt, after using it a few years anything you would change or do differently?
I couldn’t continue watching this because you kept looking one way then the other before my eyes could grasp what you were showing.
Best set up, caters to dogs too!
Genius!
Excellent job matt coming from a contractor
I’m thinking and wondering if adding some UHMW along the top sections on the left and right far sides (on underside of the 3/4” ply top ) would help guide and support the drawer - was there a reason why you didn’t
This is great. I’m doing mine at the moment in my 97 hilux surf. I’m using your fold out style. I hope it comes out as good.
I have a question. How much weight did this bed add to your truck?
Thanks.
hey Matt, thanks for sharing - it’s great! I have your same car and want to replicate. can you confirm which dimension is which for the top and bottom sections of the rear part of the platform? the length and width are only a quarter inch different and i don’t want to mess this up lol. thanks dude
At 6'3 I can barely fit in the back of may 4th gen with no adjustments to the front seats 😂 Looking forward to building something like this so I don't have to sleep next to my gear!
those cup holders are game changer. and i really like that drawer cover is also a kitchen table. have a 5th gen but this is inspiring. definitely got that wow factor. nice work!
Very nicely done, Matt....I applaud the ingenuity that went into your design.
Just starting on a similar build for my Taco and am leaning towards teflon or the polyethylene for the slides as well; the commercial metal slides are fiendishly expensive, and if they jam up when you're out in the boonies you could be screwed....I'm thinking the plastic slides are pretty much foolproof. Now that you've (likely) used it for a few months, are you happy with the plastic slides?
Thanks for taking the time to post!
And BTW...as an 'old guy', I really like the nod to your Da at the end....very nice touch.
The plastic slides are absolutely the way to go. They slide as well today as they did 7 months ago. I use the drawer almost daily. Thanks for the kind words!
@@mattieinthemountains1812 , Thanks Brother, very much appreciate ya getting back to me!
Plastic it is!
Be well, enjoy your rig!
Genius
WICKED PISSAH!
damn, this is so sick, i can't wait to do this in my '01 i just bought! thanks!!
quick question: did you have home depot/lowe's make any pre-cuts to the plywood? how many sheets total did you get, and did they all fit in your 4runner or did you need a bigger truck for the materials transport?
Go to RUclips channel Seeking the Stoke with Neeks and watch Tour of My Car Camping Set-up video. In the description he lists all the tools, materials, parts, components and cuts he used to make a similar build as this one.
Excellent! Want to build another?? Jk. Im going to attempt this
Those PE runners are a good idea. A lot of builds I've seen use drawer slides which sacrifice a good 1/2" to 1" on each side. Your build (or at least the video) is relatively new, but have you experienced any issues with this method?
And painting the wood dark is the way to go. I'm planning to do that with mine.
Hi Scott - I use this drawer A LOT and have not had any issues. It’s still sliding just as well as the day I built it.
Liked your built very much!
I am curious about all these platforms: how is it possible to reach the spare wheel in case it’s needed? Any ideas?
Thanks.
The spare wheel is located under the truck, so the platform doesn't interfere with access. You just need to be able to access the tool under the rear passenger seat. There is a rod you place into your back bumper and twist. It then lowers the spare. There's videos on RUclips that show the process.
Now I need someone that can help me build it lol
Exactly what I've been looking for being 5"10...Please tell me you have a diagram/build sheet? New Subscriber 👍 👍..Looks AWESOME..lmk
Hey man love this. Pretty new at this so trying to figure out how those guides work?
Pretty simple! They are frictionless and self-lubricating, so the drawer slides easily once everything is cut to size
@@mattieinthemountains1812 is the plastic sheet you listed in the description cut-able with a table saw? how did you cut it? then, can a simple screw / power drill go thru it to attach to the inside of the frame? or how did you attach?
thanks :)
Thanks for sharing this. I just got an 02 this year and am looking at doing something similar. I'm 6'5'' so I'm thinking I might use the drawer & false top to extend the bed. Any thoughts on that? (obviously that would mean leaving the hatch open to rain and bugs, but I figure on nice nights it would work. Also, roughly how much $ do you think this whole build costs? Lastly, is there anything you would do differently next time? Thanks again! -Nate
Hi Nathan - I like the idea of using the drawer as a bed platform extension. My build is 74 inches long so you would only need 3 more inches to support your height. Only issue would be the difference in height between the top of the drawer and the platform (about 3/4 inches). My thought is you could just lay some clothes or a pillow down on the false top to fix the discrepancy. I'd recommend getting something like this - www.amazon.com/Napier-Sportz-Cove-61500-Minivan/dp/B01NA6NXB3/ref=asc_df_B01NA6NXB3/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=218094726470&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4471697968747163508&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9002424&hvtargid=pla-356353890943&psc=1 - so you can extend the drawer and not get bothered by bugs. I spent around $200 total for this build. The most expensive part was the wood. I'm really really pleased with the functionality and ease of use of this system. I might have gone with 2x10s instead of 2x8s to have a little more room in the drawers/understorage, but with your height I think 2x8s are still the way to go. Let me know if you have any more questions!
Hi Matt, really like your set up. I have a 2021 Toyota Sienna and you gave me hope for great ideas. Hmm would you like to help me build my van? =)
Love the build Matt. My question is have you put a lot of weight on the platform, more specifically the rear part of the platform, closer to the lift gate. Reason why I ask is because I use my car to carry (sometimes) up to 2,000 pounds in the rear. Of course I know it’s wood so it’s possible it would break the platform but what would you say the weight capacity of this platform is?
@Matt Desrosiers awesome thank you!!
Hi Matt, awesome, simple build Iove it. How long are your strips of UHWM and how did you cut them to length for the slides? Again, thanks for your video!
Thanks! The strips are roughly 38” long (from the front of the frame to the back). The UHMW sheet I purchased was only 24” long so I did need to use multiple strips to account for the additional length. I used a table saw to cut them
Matt, thanks for your timely response. I wasn't sure if your strips were 24" long or not. I appreciate the clarification.
You mentioned you stapled the carpet but it looked like you just glued it and held it on with the piano hinges? I'm halfway into my build and am taking ideas from yours . Thank man, great video
@@aaronsimpson8410 I used spray adhesive and also stapled the edges. Carpet hasn’t budged yet! (7 months in)
Badass, make a build guide.
Great video thanks for sharing. How deep is that drawer, about 3 feet deep? Also how far can you extend it out before it starts to fall out? Have you had any issues with reaching items deep in the drawers? Trying to decide between UHMW and full extension slides.
Thanks! Yes, the drawer is just over 3 feet deep I believe. It starts to get wobbly/weak when it’s just about completely extended, but I never really need to pull it open that far to access anything. I’m extremely pleased with the UHMW slides because of how solid it is
MATTIE IN THE MOUNTAINS okay sweet that’s good to know. Yeah I’ve pretty much decided on doing UHMW slides now over ball bearings. They just seem more sturdy and there’s a lot less to break or go wrong. Thanks!
Hey Matt, does this build rattle at all? The supports for the extension look like they could make some noise
Brillent
Awesome build. Did you also out the uhmw underneath the drawer aswell as on the base?
Thanks! Nope, the UHMW is strictly drilled into the bottom and sides of the frame. You could rub wax on the base of the drawer to make it slide better, but it slides just fine without it
How do you prevent the drawer from moving out completely and falling on the ground? Is there any stop mechanism?