DIY 4Runner leveling platform and slide out table

[@GrizzlyPath]

Thanks for stopping by and watching the video! Looking foreword to more DIY builds and trip videos as spring and summer roll around.

[@SEEZELIFE]

I like the build, Grizzly. Just built my own platform and put out a video as well. Appreciate your workmanship and attention to detail.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Awesome!

[@strumstrumstrum]

I love your attention to detail and the fact you clean your shop!

[@chrisridebike8]

I used this video as an inspiration to make a platform. I got a folding table from walmart and made the height of the platform the same thickness as the table so it just stores underneath. And now I can mount a fridge slide to it. I used 4 turnbuckles to secure it to the 4 stock D-rings.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Sounds awesome!

[@Alexander-dt8sk]

That's exactly what I have in mind for my 4Runner. After thinking out all the hassle and expense of making a runner mounted slide out, I decided what you describe is simple, cheap and effective.

[@gaypreator8547]

This is the answer to what I have been wrestling with the past 3 days. My 4RUNNER floor topography. Wanting a minimal mattress and sleep area. But do not want build showing. Like winning the lottery. Plus the slide out totally doable / for my skills. Looks so cohesive.🤩

[@GrizzlyPath]

Yeah this is a pretty simple build, glad I could inspire you! I’ve used it a zillion times and even added a bunch of d-rings later.

[@Ottercreekoverland]

Your platform is perfect! Simple but functional

[@GrizzlyPath]

Thanks man it’s worked great for over a year now. I have made some slight modifications to it since this video- closed those U-holes and it now bolts down to the vehicle, but otherwise it’s the same!

[@tinabeane]

Really good setup, I'm looking for a low profile platform to not lose headroom and have a little storage. You did a fantastic job!! Thanks for sharing, I have a 23 4Runner so looking for different ideas with camping and traveling.

[@hotwireman49]

You're so organized! my head is exploding!!🤯

[@RileyK1134]

Super underrated channel, love your videos. Just did this to my 4Runner and it works awesome, thanks for the idea!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Thank you, it means a lot! I’ve got a few more little DIY videos coming soon.

[@Khyberoverland]

Great inovative idea! using the space well. True, It definitely makes a difference when sleeping

[@Mudinyeri]

"... X Y space ...." I noticed the Mechanical Engineer sign in your shop. This confirmed it. LOL Nice job. I'm working on a similar platform in my 4Runner with a little more clearance underneath so I can put some low-profile totes under it.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Busted! Sounds like an awesome idea, it’s fun to build out the rear because you can always change and modify it!

[@rangerdoc1029]

Nice. The biggest thing I miss going from a truck to a 4Runner is the tailgate

[@GrizzlyPath]

Yeah tailgates are multipurpose and handy!

[@kellypoulos8702]

So clean and tidy, very nice!

[@jetlag410]

Awesome work! I built a platform in my 23 pro. In the rear I have a truck vault safe, I’d love to add something like slide out tray you added. Thanks for the idea.

[@derekzimmer6335]

Thank you! Your efforts and ideas were very much appreciated.

[@208Tyler]

Future rear storage/subwoofer shelf inspiration right here!

[@sonnyblu6299]

Bingo! Just what I wanted... a leveling floor that was just high enough to fit a pull-out camp table under! Thank you!

[@GrizzlyPath]

There are many iterations of this out there so I’m glad I was able to inspire you with mine, thanks for watching!

[@chloesamclutch]

The rear area in the 4Runner looks amazingly similar to my recently purchased FJ Cruiser. Thinking about a little car camping and just need to get the rear area level with the folded down seat. Access to the D rings for cargo is a nice touch and one I honestly hadn't thought of.

[@GrizzlyPath]

The FJ and 4Runner share a lot of components so that makes sense, hopefully my build gave you some ideas!

[@chopperskier]

This is excellent- I copied your idea and made it work for my 2021 Rav4! I wish I could post pics here but I cannot, but just wanted to say thanks! I think this will also allow me to upgrade to 245/65/R17's AND store a full size spare in the spare wheel well! Thanks for the ideas! Also, as someone who has worked with his hands most of his life, I need to compliment the great craftsmanship on your part too!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Cool! Glad I could help inspire. I’ve made some functional changes to this setup I need to make a follow up video, but the general idea is still the same!

[@UtahNick71]

Very nice. This is exactly what I would have done if I didn't have the sliding rear cargo tray which I love.

[@DCVersace]

You are the better man my friend

[@MidweekPerfect]

Nice efforts 👌...love ❤from India 🇮🇳 😊

[@ericroberts4950]

Simple, brilliant design. This is where I’m going to start my build. Will probably use 3/4 plywood with 2 supports and a slat-less table, unless GPath suggests staying with the 1/2 and slatted table... Excellent, Young Man!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Thanks! Even with 3/4” you might get bowing towards the center depending on weight too. But I’m sure you’ll experiment!

[@peterrabadi6405]

On the slide out table you should build a swing arm on the underside that will rest on the extended portion of you rear bumper to support more weight.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Hey that’s a pretty neat idea! You should definitely check out the update video I posted a bit back that shows improvements I made to this table.

[@ranjanachand9306]

Great idea 😀 and good woodworking too

[@kerrypeabody8429]

I like it. Simple and clean.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Glad you like it!

[@michaelhurd8942]

Great work. This was cool to watch

[@deborahb.277]

Great job, thanks for the video.

[@subtledreamer]

Sweet simple build, taking notes for my own! Cheers. :)

[@davidle4029]

I just made the exact platform for my 2018 4Runner. Thank you for the idea!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Awesome, glad I was able to inspire you!

[@StaceyBillsAdventures]

I like this, i have a platform i am building that a pull out table would be helpful, i wondered about using a drawer pull type hinge, this is a unique idea too. Thanks for sharing - Bill

[@GrizzlyPath]

A pull out table so far is one of the most utilitarian mods I’ve ever made, the danged thing is so handy if you can integrate one of some sort into your build!

[@StaceyBillsAdventures]

@@GrizzlyPath agreed 100%!!

[@darindouin839]

Awesome work! I’m definitely doing one of these for mine!

[@julioibarra658]

Did the same on my FJ, added 2 extra cutouts for the front ring hooks AC socket and Jack storage compartment but it worked out perfect. Thanks for the idea.

[@jamey48]

Perfect. That's exactly what I want for mine.

[@gwlane5509]

Nice and simple.... Want to do this for my Xterra. Thx for sharing!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Would work great in an XTerra!

[@stewielewis8947]

Love your shop!

[@GraysdadCal]

Fantastic! I already have a platform in my GX470 and it’s Much higher. Your idea for the slide out table will easily fit under mine and still accommodate my storage containers, dramatically increase the flexibility of my rig. THANK YOU!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Heck yeah! You can even save some money by using less angle aluminum since you mostly just need the support when it’s fully slid out. 1/2” seems to work great as a table.

[@crisg.5766]

Excellent design! I'd prefer that to our slide out tray. Very nice.

[@danielhansen773]

Hey great build! Im so glad I saw this video. I’m planning on doing something like this for my 3rd Gen. I’m definitely going to have to build a similar table now. Thanks for the inspiration! Brilliant.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Glad I was able to inspire you and it’ll turn out great in your vehicle! I’ve made a couple changes since then like I removed the cutouts in the forward portion for the d-rings and instead ran a bolt down into the d-ring tie down location to secure it.

[@JDye-youtube]

I noticed that you have a strap on your back hatch door to keep it from hitting the garage door, which is a great idea. I split 1” x 4’ piece of vinyl tubing down the middle and pop riveted it to the back edge of the garage door where the hatch would hit. It creates a nice soft edge for the hatch to rest on.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Haha good eye, and good idea! I ended up replacing the strap in this video with something more subtle. The setup is the same with the bungee in the middle, but the strap was replaced with a piece of paracord and a carabiner so it’s much more low pro. I like your vinyl strip idea, creative!

[@JDye-youtube]

@@GrizzlyPath Oh, that was supposed to be “vinyl tubing”.

[@pn312]

I did something very similar to my 4runner last summer. My platform is in two pieces that correspond to the split rear seats and sit on 1x3s. I left a couple of inches of carpet hanging over the rear edge. I thought about using some turn buckles to secure the rear, but settled on a small ratchet strap across the back between the two rear tie down points to keep the platform in place in case of accident or when bouncing around offroad.

[@GrizzlyPath]

That’s a great idea, I like how yours are separate so you can drop it in depending on what you’re up to. Good idea on securing it as well, at some point I will also. In the meantime when I go camping i secure things to the exposed d-rings to help hold the entire thing down also.

[@pn312]

@@GrizzlyPath My finishing workmanship isn't as good as yours, but it works. I wanted as much head room as possible while making the floor flat. So far I haven't taken it out, and at a glance, looks fairly like OEM. I store tarps, trash bags, and some recovery gear under it.

[@johnbecay6887]

good call on the 1/2 inch plywood. i am mystified why people use 3/4 ply for a short span like a vehicle interior. 1/2 inch is plenty strong. you can always put another leg under an area that needs support. as you say it is much lighter. it is also much cheaper.

[@eliotrandallw]

Super dope! Maybe try to fit some angle aluminum to that raw edge

[@GrizzlyPath]

Yeah that’s been on the todo list!

[@alvee522]

Great build thanks! Wondering if you could post the final dimensions of the supports. TIA!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Sorry I don’t have those dimensions readily available, but they’re pretty straight forward to measure. Height will be to the top of the angled piece behind the back seats. Width between wheel wells. Make sure you leave tolerance for thickness of your fabric! I made an update video as well with much needed improvements, I highly recommend checking that out before you build!

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Nice build video. I've been planning a build like this to secure the fridge I plan on getting and to level out the side i use for sleeping. Currently I just double stack a foam mattress in the rear. I want to maybe make some slim sliding draws under it using sliding rails to hold some tools and stuff.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Sounds like a great plan!

[@alihsas]

Thank you from KSA.

[@AllTerrainFamily]

Looks great! I did the sliding table!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Hey! Your original simple table was inspiration for this build and it’s predecessors! Thanks for watching.

[@AllTerrainFamily]

@@GrizzlyPath Great to hear! I like the execution. I would have used only a short piece of that bracket on each side for the center support since it only needs it at the end where it slides out. That stuff is not super cheap.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Yeah it can add up, you’re probably right! Well now I know where to scavenge some angle aluminum if I need some haha.

[@Leiter85]

Love it! I think I might work on this over the weekend for my new ‘21 Venture. For the exposed edge of the platform, what about another piece of aluminum L channel to cover that carpet edge?

[@GrizzlyPath]

Yeah you’re absolutely right, I’ve thought about adding one, but I also like having a flush edge for sliding things on/off it. I may end up building v2.0 at some point as wood is getting cheaper again haha. Thanks for watching!

[@puddlestheninja]

great job!

[@oliviaeff4154]

Looks great

[@GrizzlyPath]

If you’re watching for inspiration for your own projects, make sure to check out the update video I posted a while back! Some critical changes.

[@alynshaw9895]

Definitely love this idea do you have all spec measurements

[@GrizzlyPath]

Sorry I don’t have any of the precise measurements handy, but generally it’s pretty easy to measure. Pro tip: take into account the thickness of your carpet if you use some! I left 1/8” on all sides. Also check out my more recent update video on this platform, I made some major better changes.

[@richg3411]

Great idea...looking to do a similar project. Also, your American flag is displayed backward. The union (blue field) should always be in the upper left to the viewer no matter if vertical or horizontal. Keep up the great work!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Darn it, I thought I looked it up and did it right! I’ll flip it around haha, thanks!

[@isacarrceramics]

Did you secure it down at all or have it attached to any anchors?

[@GrizzlyPath]

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.

[@rider14mcd63]

Nice work

[@nkalaska1408]

Aw... I miss the baby😍

[@rosemariehomeyerbente1832]

Great idea.

[@adamcotton2121]

Excellent!

[@LisaSoulLevelHealing]

This video and youtube delivered exacrly what i was looking for! Can you update on the community page a photo when the seats are down? I was thinking of getting foam insulation to level it out, then a flat board on top, but wanted the table option.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Check out the first couple minutes of my video “4x4 winter solstice camping in the Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (2020)” and it shows some shots! Otherwise the front seats just lay flat and are level with the platform. Nice idea just using foam to level it if you don’t need a table, that could be slick!

[@fishingthetriangle9983]

Do you have a cut list for this? I am planning on doing the same thing, I have a 2013 and I truck camp all the time. This turned out great!

[@GrizzlyPath]

I’m sorry I don’t! However, it’s pretty straight forward to measure. Ensure you leave 1/8” of clearance on all sides to account for carpet. Measure for total height from floor up to top of carpet angled piece behind seats. That’s what you want it to be flush with. I recommend you check out my latest update video on this platform, I made some important upgrades that I wish I did the first go around- learn from my mistakes!

[@serendipityguy]

Can you post the dimensions of your base? This is just brilliant work.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Thanks man, definitely check out the update video I posted a month or so back. Some pretty significant upgrades imo for those looking to build something similar. Sorry I don’t have the dimensions off hand, but easy to measure yourself. Just make sure you take into account the thickness of your carpet on each side and leave enough space to slam your hatch shut!

[@wesleyqu8305]

Your idea is great, can you share your measurements?

[@GrizzlyPath]

I’m sorry I don’t have the measurements handy, but it’s really easy to measure. Measure the width between the two wheel wells, minus 1/8” on both sides to account for carpet if using it. Then measure from top of the angled floor behind the rear seat (contains D-rings) to approximately the plastic at the hatch, again subtract 1/8” from both sides for carpet. Height you can measure to the top of that same angled floor piece behind the rear seats.

[@jt4277]

Do you have a link for the carpet? That is a nice color match.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Picked it up from my local Home Depot, super easy and matches quite well! Dayside - Color Ebony Texture 6 ft. x Your Choice Length Carpet www.homedepot.com/p/302721625

[@roypaulcarter4654]

Very nice I like it. Just to let you know your flag is hanging backwards. The union should be to the left as you look at the flag. Pretty common mistake.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Someone else pointed that out too! I fixed it a while ago, good looking out.

[@alexkalinowski4203]

Is it possible to get the dimensions for the platform? I really want to try this!

[@GrizzlyPath]

I’m sorry I don’t! While researching I found some measurements online, but I found it better to just measure myself since everyone’s build is different. One thing I will advise is to try to account for the thickness of the carpet, if you choose to use it! Mine was approx 1/8” thick so pretty significant.

[@robertwilson1827]

Pretty cool man cave! Why the mask? There doesn't appear to be too much saw dusk!?

[@GrizzlyPath]

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.

[@SarasotaTim]

One of my subscribers told me about this video. I want someone to build this for me as I don’t have the first tool or a place to build it. But won’t it. I have something similar but not using plywood. 😎

[@GrizzlyPath]

Yeah it does require a few woodworking tools unfortunately. Could get away with making this all with a jigsaw though! Would just have to go much slower.

[@NilDreams]

Can you give the measurements of the platform and of the three bottom boards that support it? I have the exact same truck.

[@GrizzlyPath]

I was aiming for a total height of 2.5-3”, the felt ended up being approximately 1/8” or so thick, plus the 1/2 plywood top. So I cut the three 2X4 legs down to about 2” if I recall. Their length is just slightly shorter than the depth of the platform so you can’t see them and because there’s an angled bit behind the back seat. If you plan to do this those legs are the easy part, you’ll just need to measure to get the height you want (flush with folded seat). Good luck!

[@GrizzlyPath]

The platform is 44” wide from wheel hump to hump. And then about 43.5” deep. Definitely recommend taking your own measurements though to verify! Maybe cardboard to test.

[@NilDreams]

@@GrizzlyPath thank you. I’m in the middle of a conversion and I took out all the back seats as well as that bump in the middle. I wanted all the possible space I could get. So I built a low platform but now I’m trying to figure out how I can put in a fridge and I might have to redo everything. :-( I’m a complete amateur at carpentry and trying to work with whatever tools I have. I also have to figure out how to anchor the platform because it slides when I brake. I don’t want to damage any part of the truck because if it doesn’t work out I will sell it and buy a van instead. It’s a 2021 Off-road premium.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Practice makes better! Sounds like an awesome build. If I were doing what you were doing I’d definitely incorporate bolts that run to where the seats used to go. Try to utilize those if I could.

[@NilDreams]

@@GrizzlyPath thank you!!

[@richardlau2447]

Who would have think it. I like it anyway.

[@asaprocky8195]

So, the weight you saved by going with 1/2" ply instead of 3/4" ply, you added back, or more, with that center support. Would you do that again? I guess that depends on how much weight you plan to put on that platform.

[@GrizzlyPath]

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.

[@bigg7g]

I know this video is three years old but I just came across it recently and I was really curious about the dimensions. I want to build this exact thing other than maybe having two separate slide outs but I would love the dimensions on the platform. Can you supply those or did I miss them in the video?

[@GrizzlyPath]

They’re not in the video, but they should be pretty easy to measure yourself. Just make sure you take into account 1) approx 1/8” on each side for carpet, and 2) space for the hatch to shut. I recommend you watch my more recent platform update vids because I made some improvements I think are valuable.

[@aaronqueen55]

Was hoping to see how level it was with the seats down lol.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Well shoot. I can’t believe I didn’t show that what the heck! I’ll plan to make a post showing it tomorrow on my Instagram as there might be others who want to see as well. @grizzlypath

[@Diddathappen]

Pretty good angle showing platform and left down seat line up at 14:30 and 14:34

[@FollowTheJohn]

I wish I could hire you to build mine.

[@GrizzlyPath]

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.

[@CristinaGeston]

Two questions: What is the diameter that you cut the 2x4s down to? And what is the distance from the edge to where you made the notches to expose the front D-Rings? Thanks!

[@GrizzlyPath]

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.

[@hookem521]

great video!! could you comment what all the dimensions were that you used?

[@GrizzlyPath]

Thank you! Sorry I don’t have the dimensions on hand. I might have to measure and put it in the description, but it’s pretty easy to take them yourself! Just measure between the wheel wells, and from the back of the seat to almost the edge of the hatch so the door can still close. Take into account about -1/8” on all sides to account for the thickness of any carpet you put on!

[@feflores9395]

Wondering if you could build one for Toyota 4Runner 2016

[@GrizzlyPath]

It’d be fun to make them for people, but I definitely don’t have the time. It is a really straight forward project for someone looking to get into some basic woodworking though. I used a tablesaw and stuff but the entire thing could be built with a jigsaw.

[@amyfawkes6153]

Maybe a spacer would have helped when placing the aluminum slides into place, so that the table would be less tight

[@GrizzlyPath]

You’re probably right! Check out my updated video on this platform, I made some pretty significant changes.

[@anythingoutdoors4482]

Great idea! What’s the measurements?

[@GrizzlyPath]

Thanks! I was inspired by random other builds but thought I’d put my own spin on it. I’ve since made a couple small changes, I’ll need to post and update video! Sorry no dimensions on hand, but it’s pretty dang easy to measure. Just take into account about 1/8” on all sides for carpet if you use it!

[@anythingoutdoors4482]

@@GrizzlyPath thank you, building mine today. I have the same model 4Runner.

[@Jblaze878]

Started working on my platform today and came across your video. Great idea man. That slide table is legit. Thinking about splitting it. What you think? Im using 3/4 and 5/8 board

[@GrizzlyPath]

Splitting it would work well! On Oct 20 I have an update video coming out that highlights my changes since this video. By then you might have yours built already, but lemme know if you want a quick and dirty of the changes 👍

[@deborahb.277]

I jug it my 4R and I need this, but I don’t have tools or skills.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Glad I could provide some inspiration. I made an update video too that has some pretty significant changes if you’re trying to plan your own!

[@kxjx]

You can do almost all of this with a jigsaw, a drill, a tape measure, a hammer, a knife, and a few clamps. You can cut good enough straight lines with a jigsaw by clamping straight stock and using it as a straight edge to guide your saw. Its defintely quicker if you have all the big tools but it's totally doable with minimal tools and skills.

[@OldSchoolPSK]

Bit late to the party here, but any chance of dimensions and measurements of the cutouts and where the supports are mounted? Limited on tools so will have to have the store cut a lot down to size, so trying to limit what I've got to do after.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Sorry I don’t have precise dimensions on hand, but I just measured front/back from the back of the seat to about halfway over the plastic near the hatch so the hatch wouldn’t hit. Then side to side between wheel wells where it’s tightest. I left about an extra 1/8” gap all around for the carpet. Definitely recommend just measuring with a tape measure. I also have a more recent video with an update you should watch because I’ve made some changes since then you might find valuable for incorporating into your own design, however it does require more advanced tooling. You could at least do the forward mounts in that vid.

[@OldSchoolPSK]

@@GrizzlyPath I'll check it out, thanks!

[@cuzzo17]

great video! I just built a platform myself and had the idea of putting a slide out table as well. Are you not worried about weight of items being put on the table making the other end of the platform lift up? I was thinking of securing it.

[@GrizzlyPath]

It’s been a while and I haven’t had any issues yet with a few camp trips! I’ll keep an eye on it though.

[@Ran-tj2wy]

Great video, where did you get the straight edge to cut your 4x8 plywood?

[@GrizzlyPath]

Great question! It’s a cheapo clamp from Harbor Freight. I think it was like $7.

[@dru24334]

how about bolting it down so it can support a slide out fridge mounted to top?

[@GrizzlyPath]

I have an update video coming out soon that shows how I’ve updated this platform significantly since making this vid that includes fully bolting it down! I don’t have a fridge slide, but that could easily be added 🤘

[@dan74able]

Great job. You should sell these!

[@GrizzlyPath]

Haha thanks!

[@darrinsiberia]

When you slid the table out with your hands and pushed it a little ot looked like it would break... what is the weight capacity.

[@GrizzlyPath]

No idea what the capacity is, but I use it almost daily with up to 40# on it without problem. It’s not a heavy duty table but good when you just need to set something down. You wanna go heavier duty you can bump up to 3/4” or go metal, but you’ll pay the price in weight.

[@Jimsranch]

What are the straps attached to the inside of the hatch used for?

[@GrizzlyPath]

The strap holding the door? It’s just a limit strap to keep the hatch from opening too far when I’m parked in the garage. One side is carabinered to the hatch pull strap and the other side to the floor D-ring!

[@Luxuryking710]

Hey bro what measurement did you use for the top piece? Super dope video

[@GrizzlyPath]

Tricky I don’t remember off the top of my head! But I would totally just measure between the two wheel well humps and then subtract some (1/8” both sides) to compensate if you put carpet on it! Don’t forget that part or it’ll be a tight fit!

[@JaiPandit1989]

Can you please provide the measurements?

[@Farbar1955]

Off-topic: Where did you get the eye hooks that you inserted under the coat hangers in the rear of your 4Runner? I want to do that but the problem I'm having is finding eye hooks with the proper thread count so I can screw them into the hole where the hangers are at the ceiling. Locally I'm only finding 20-thread counts and the screw that comes with the hanger has got to be 24-count. I thought you had mentioned something about it in one of your videos but I can't find it.

[@GrizzlyPath]

The bolt holes are M6 so I used these: amzn.to/3tXWV7n Hopefully that helps! The swap is super easy and quick.

[@Farbar1955]

@@GrizzlyPath Update: I added the aluminum L-bracket edging like you did on your update and it looks great. When I built mine I did half of the sliding table so that I'd have room on the other side to store my reflectex window covers and other flat items. I'm about to add the D-rings as you had on your update which will be very useful for an upcoming trip we're taking to Iowa (from Louisiana). I'm not surprised this has been your most popular video. It allowed others to add personal touches during the process and not feel like you had to follow hard instructions.

[@chinmeysway]

table is for what exactly? seems like it’s gonna be flimsy w it’s middle cut out and no legs.

[@GrizzlyPath]

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!

[@UtahNick71]

How did you anchor down your platform?

[@GrizzlyPath]

Good question! In this video I didn’t. When securing things I would hook to the OEM tie downs to suck everything down secured. BUT I have made some changes since this video and modified it where instead of cut outs in the forward section, there are through bolts that go in where the D rings are to secure the front. That pretty much holds it down 100% but I am planning to add wings to the rear portion near the hatch and secure where those D rings are also. I’ll eventually make another video on that, but hopefully that gives you some ideas!

[@UtahNick71]

I was thinking of some D rings under the rear of platform and then using turnbuckles. Then again I’m only keeping it inside when I go camping so it’s not like it’s going anywhere with a fridge strapped down anyway.

[@hanz79wvu]

This is EXACTLY what I was looking for! I’m going to be making this for my Subaru Forester. @GrizzlyPath, what kind of carpeting did you use?

[@GrizzlyPath]

Check the video description, I just added it in there for you! It’s from Home Depot.

[@bryanmanning5726]

a piece of angle iron would finish that edge nicely

[@GrizzlyPath]

Great idea! Slap some nice Al angle on there.

[@gianp9735]

Maybe I missed it, how is it secured to the 4Runner?

[@GrizzlyPath]

It’s not secured down. By itself it weighs about 15-20# and is wedged in. When I have items in the back for trips I use straps connected to the OEM D-rings to hold everything down. In the past with a DIY drawer system I made I secured it to stock D-rings using turnbuckles. But that thing weighed like 100# and had gear stored in it.

[@DallasRSnider]

How well do the back seats recline

[@GrizzlyPath]

Back seats still recline like normal with this setup, only impacted by what you put in the trunk space like normal.

[@TOROINSURANCELLC]

DID YOU PAINT YOUR BUMPER YOURSELF?

[@GrizzlyPath]

Yeah it’s black plastidip.

[@xxsuperbirdxx]

pickup truck with a drop down tailgate gives you a tabletop to work/cook from. I pull out a sheet of plastic or thin plywood to make a flat and level platform over the tailgate. I then made a portable cook box with all my kitchen utensils and stove that can be slid out onto the tailgate platform. Works great

[@christophervela5447]

How did you know what height the rear platform needed to be in order to be level with the rear seat ? Like how did you figure that out?

[@GrizzlyPath]

Gosh, off the top of my head I can’t remember. But it’s super easy to measure: with your trunk empty and you’d rear seats down, put a 2x4 or something on the back seats sticking over the trunk area and measure the height above the trunk. It’s something like 2.75-3” or so.

[@christophervela5447]

@@GrizzlyPath thanks for the info Yeah I'm in a 2018 rav4 so different but Really cool video 👍

[@GrizzlyPath]

Oh yeah so you’ll just wanna do some measuring and eyeballing, should be able to get it figured!

[@danlaib6185]

Nice build; I just started building something similar to mine. Where did you get the carpet?

[@GrizzlyPath]

Thanks dude! I’ve made a few changes since then with some more plans coming for the future but haven’t done anything significant enough to warrant a new video! I got the carpet from Home Depot.

[@danlaib6185]

@@GrizzlyPath do you happen to have a link for the item number?

[@GrizzlyPath]

TrafficMaster Dayside - Color Ebony 6 ft. Indoor/Outdoor Texture Black Carpet Model# MK22W180072S Internet# 302721625 Store SKU# 1002655844 Hopefully that helps! 6’ wide and I paid $4.24 per linear foot of it. I have quite of bit of spare which has come in handy. Matches the interior carpet great!

[@GrizzlyPath]

www.homedepot.com/p/TrafficMaster-Dayside-Color-Ebony-6-ft-Indoor-Outdoor-Texture-Black-Carpet-MK22W180072S/302721625

[@Ryan-yp7zb]

Hey, man. One more question (not relevant to this video, I just brought up a random one of your videos). How many times have you used your elocker and truly needed it?

[@GrizzlyPath]

I’ve used it quite a bit. Depending on the terrain I tend to use it if I’m doing 4Lo things. On the other end, I’ve never really used any of the MTS stuff other than when ATRAC automatically kicks in in 4Hi.

[@Ryan-yp7zb]

@@GrizzlyPath Thanks. I really want to sell my tundra for a 4runner. I wish things were cheaper though and I'd rather have a locker than not. I may go tacoma SR route and add an air locker though. I don't though. It's tough.

[@GrizzlyPath]

Yeah pros and cons to all options! But the aftermarket for Tacomas, 4R, and Tundras is pretty good so that helps.

[@spencerrobinson2719]

Late to this video but thanks!

[@GrizzlyPath]

You’re welcome!

[@jonathanrock7608]

Love this build! Can I pay you toake me one😅