Rear Cargo Platform DIY options

I don't see the video. Can you please put a link to what you're talking about?


 
Sweet!! I was waiting for Brian to post this…he shot some with me in it too, must have ended up on the editing floor. 🤣
 
@JoeDirt any feedback on the platform? Just saw the video they posted announcing the new system.
Absolutely love it!! Super versatile, still have access to those small OEM cubbies by pulling the drawers all the way out, so sort of a hidden compartment. Easy to deploy the sleeping platform and then easily break it back down for full use of second row seats.
 

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Absolutely love it!! Super versatile, still have access to those small OEM cubbies by pulling the drawers all the way out, so sort of a hidden compartment. Easy to deploy the sleeping platform and then easily break it back down for full use of second row seats.
Here some photos that show the cutouts which save some weight while retaining strength and stability.
 

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Thanks for sharing! Couple of questions if you don't mind:
What is the total length with the bed platform deployed?
Can you access the side cubbies still?
To access the compartment along the rear hatch does the drawer have to be completely removed from the platform?
Can the rear seats recline at all?

None of these are deal breakers, just trying to get a better understanding. Looking at this or going custom with someone like Overlander Woodworks
 
Absolutely love it!! Super versatile, still have access to those small OEM cubbies by pulling the drawers all the way out, so sort of a hidden compartment. Easy to deploy the sleeping platform and then easily break it back down for full use of second row seats.

Can you elaborate on "pull the drawers all the way out?" Do you mean you have to remove the drawers? Or are the drawers able to be pulled out far enough where the back of the drawer is behind the end of the platform so you can reach behind it and access the cubby?
 
Can you elaborate on "pull the drawers all the way out?" Do you mean you have to remove the drawers? Or are the drawers able to be pulled out far enough where the back of the drawer is behind the end of the platform so you can reach behind it and access the cubby?
Drawers pull out far enough to access the rear cubbie areas. There is no need to remove them completely.
 
Thanks for sharing! Couple of questions if you don't mind:
What is the total length with the bed platform deployed?
Can you access the side cubbies still?
To access the compartment along the rear hatch does the drawer have to be completely removed from the platform?
Can the rear seats recline at all?

None of these are deal breakers, just trying to get a better understanding. Looking at this or going custom with someone like Overlander Woodworks
-Total length is ~ 70"
-Yes, the side cubbies are still accessible, allowing you to get to the 12V access panel on the left side and the inverter on the right.
-No, the drawer does not need to be removed to access those back cubbies. Simply extending the drawer to a fully open position allows easy access.
-Yes, the rear seats can still recline slightly for a more comfortable seating position for back passengers, roughly 10-15 degrees recline.

I should also note that the system is relatively easy to remove. It is bolted down in the front using the OEM anchor points and in the back using wing clamps. It is super stable and secure, with no movement whatsoever, but it still allows you to easily return it to OEM condition should you need to.
 
Currently building out a sleeping platform with drawers under it. The slides just arrived today so might be able to get some early pics out this weekend
Life got busy but I should finish this build out this weekend. I ran into a few hurdles so had to adjust as I built so forgive the dumb mistakes haha some ideas didn’t pan out as expected. I am still figuring out how I want to attach the sleeper extension. I will be wrapping the top in marine carpet and then running aluminum around the edges for the top and the drawer fronts.

Front is secured by removing the tie down latches and bolting directly to what the latches bolted to. Rear is just turn buckles.
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-Total length is ~ 70"
-Yes, the side cubbies are still accessible, allowing you to get to the 12V access panel on the left side and the inverter on the right.
-No, the drawer does not need to be removed to access those back cubbies. Simply extending the drawer to a fully open position allows easy access.
-Yes, the rear seats can still recline slightly for a more comfortable seating position for back passengers, roughly 10-15 degrees recline.

I should also note that the system is relatively easy to remove. It is bolted down in the front using the OEM anchor points and in the back using wing clamps. It is super stable and secure, with no movement whatsoever, but it still allows you to easily return it to OEM condition should you need to.
Thanks for sharing! Couple of questions if you don't mind:
What is the total length with the bed platform deployed?
Can you access the side cubbies still?
To access the compartment along the rear hatch does the drawer have to be completely removed from the platform?
Can the rear seats recline at all?

None of these are deal breakers, just trying to get a better understanding. Looking at this or going custom with someone like Overlander Woodworks
See that Joe answered all your questions but let me know if you have any others!

Here is the link to the listing with more info:
Land Cruiser - PreCut Kit
 
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