FJ Cruiser Build Pt 10 - DIY Collapsible Bed In The Back Of The FJ!

In this episode Chelsea and I build a collapsible bed frame in the back of the FJ for overnight adventures.
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Music:
00:33 - Dj Quads - The Battle
13:31 - Fareoh - Cloud Ten

[@gibbethoskins8621]

I have a similar set up in my rig and have free camped in it hundreds of times in some of the most beautiful places around Australia. The money saved in accom and the places stayed is priceless considering the small amount of time, money and effort required. And 100% better than a tent, I've slept comfortable in intense wind and rain storms comfy as a bug in a rug.

[@nicholasconticello4583]

Now its a stabbin wagon

[@therockbiter8140]

Need a receiver hitch porch, so you can take a leak without getting mud and dirt all in your bed. Also doubles as a cooking/sitting/drinking area.

[@BisforBuild]

ohh good idea

[@Taoukiif]

You should add a snorkel , it looks cool on FJs

[@cameroncowles407]

adding for looks :|

[@znovosad555]

I'd add one for functionality. Way too expensive just for looks

[@Seabuns]

For anyone looking to do this build; the plywood is 3/4" not 3/8" as listed in the plans. I made it too far before realizing it... nice job on the video B is for Build!

[@frankygamez5007]

Love the episode . Now you should do some outdoors camping vlogging episode !!!!

[@WhetstoneCreek]

B is for Blue door jams.... still

[@duncanarends604]

and around the rear window :-)

[@virusss4296]

It bugs me so bad!

[@trajtemberg]

We need a sticker out of that lol

[@whodatcanuck3519]

lol

[@mthewolf1095]

For many years in the Army I slept in my FJ. The front seat is AWESOME so long as you're on a incline.

[@Kjohn060]

idk if this is already a feature. but, I think you should apply some kind of lock to that latch that opens the rear from the inside. because if you have luggage, and something falls on that latch while driving, everything you got back there is falling out. and that's also dangerous for anyone driving behind you. (if locking the door don't stop it from opening, which, to me, it doesn't seem that locking the door will do anything to stop that latch.)

[@ShaneOMalle]

My new favorite channel and the fact its local is just that much better.

[@robertmorena9549]

One of my top favorite builds thus far for sure, clean and functional.

[@samswears4935]

I love your build here. I did the same one about a year ago myself. The guy who you mentioned that designed this is great. Awesome easy design. I used my FJ for a work truck for a year until I could afford a used pickup. I left the platform in. My shovels etc. would slide in handle first under the left platform. I would put other tools and totes on top. Works great. But now I use it for traveling and camping. I am to old to be climbing over the seat every time I have to pee. Love your idea for the "door" knob. I am going to use that idea too. Would love to share something clever myself. Will post it if I do come up with something. Thanks again for your idea.

[@bradh4536]

This is actually one of the best builds yet. Really enjoyed this one

[@errolhook3975]

I added a LED lamp under hood. Easy and when you need it it’s really a big help.

[@TheRealFamespear]

You don't really need the two forward pieces. I just made the back platform to be flush with the rise of the folded down seats.

[@saucyp123]

Really cool to see the channel explore different avenues like this. Always something fresh! Also I love it when Chelsea helps out with the builds too! Awesome to see both of you collaborate. I also trust her a little bit more with making the small details look good haha

[@ihateoutube]

Also if you make a net for the rear window you can leave the window down and still have fresh air! Weather permitting lol

[@JJ_ExMachina]

Well the good thing about the window is it swings up, acting like a small awning. Might have to add a bit of canvas to the upper hinge to prevent water from leaking in, and around the sides, sort of like a shadow box. BUT the screen idea is great... Could attach a ring of magnets like the ones used for refrigerators to prevent bugs from getting in.

[@teatonaz]

MasterMech77 < - - Great idea with the magnets ( LOVE magnets) for the screen. I've seen the screens on pinterest, but don't know how they made the outer edges. Seems to be the same stuff on the outer edge of the dash reflectors that fold up with a twist. But I don't know how one would get the metal into the shape of the FJ's rear window. I'd be wary of sleeping with he window popped up all the way, but more "open" to the idea of cracking it an inch or two (probably wouldn't be seen that way) and would still want to use the screen.

[@javi111488]

Dude... perfect... came up more usefull than what you intended. I liked that little lever you installed

[@AndrewDoesLife]

People hate on Harbor Freight, but they really are a great store.

[@wardind506]

Glad you're going with a deep cycle! Bed turned out really clean, impressive what some plywood can do

[@_sirhenry]

This is one awesome car now! The Paint really stepped it up!

[@crzy11000]

You should put a power outlet in the back that is hooked to you aux battery only, for when you are camping.

[@rg.7022]

crzy11000 especially if he's putting an air mattress, having a compressor plugged in the rear would be so usefull

[@delukxy]

Also need it for the cold box for the SEMA trip. Put a double socket in, maybe both sides.

[@LucasOffutt]

FJ already has one back there :)

[@Incipitone]

@@LucasOffutt Some do... unfortunately, the dude who bought mine originally opted out of that option, I also didn't get the triple gauges on the dash. Did get the locking Diff and A-trac though.

[@PavanKumar-bx9pg]

Your Cruiser paint job is very nice and even and the sleeping arrangement made is very good

[@dzonve]

Just made this setup in my FJ, thanks for the great video! 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@johnwilcox1302]

A self inflating camping mattress would give you some support for sleeping, not take up much space when put away, keep the headroom above to a maximum, and not need a compressor to inflait. Only drawback is they have minimum support. I could camp on one but I'm not that picky. I can sleep anywhere. Thanks for sharing your build.

[@SamSto]

Loving the FJ series 👌

[@LukeTheJoker]

Really nice work, great planning by the guy who designed it and nicely built by you guys!

[@BioStuff415]

The FJ Cruiser store sells a screen that fits in the back window - a must.

[@jamest5149]

Chris, add a rear window security or fly screen to the rear door of the FJ, you can then sleep with the window and and not get bugs in (or un-wanted hands :)!

[@faizalbaker343]

Great Job

[@N3M3S1S357]

Your TJ turned out really really fucking cool.

[@startergarage8522]

Man I love getting notifications for these videos. Great job with the FJ! Can't wait to see what you do with the Aston!

[@DannysGarage]

It's like a modern interpretation of a shaggin 70's van ;)

[@tootone]

Now that, is a sweet build! I wish i had one just like it!

[@johnwalters312]

Swear with the rear tyre you can’t open the window

[@edobosho]

John Walters hahahaa I noticed he mounted the tire before closing the window

[@lukestoyz]

Just add a wheel spacer for the spare tire

[@johnnyutah1053]

Mine still open with 35" tire on it

[@MidnightMustang]

There's a lil' curve following it, you'll be able to :3

[@braydenhenzell1304]

Yeah, I just rewatched it and that snap transition got me sitting up

[@joshuapaulwhite]

You need a Kreg pocket hole jig. You can get them at Home Depot, are pretty cheap and are perfect for when you are making things like this.

[@RZxPROductionzZz]

This is funny to me because I have slept in my fj many times, only using like 15 pillows and 2 sleeping bags to make a comfier bed that is more level. I am only 5'4 and was usually drunk so it did the job

[@teatonaz]

AOMechMarine AOMechMarine < - - air mattress would still be tilted upward in the front and have a BIG step down where the offset is. BUT,.. you could put double (or triple) the foam in the rear/lower section and only a single layer toward the front and THAT would help a lot. That plus parking on a slight incline with the nose a little lower might help a bit too, since the back seats slant upward, going toward the front. Really can't believe they didn't make the rear of this thing one single level and flat. That just didn't want to bother,.. probably cause the area isn't that big and they didn't think people would be sleeping inside. ( or more likely they just went the easy route.). Same for the no door handle/unlock from the inside. Frustrating.

[@abedalsalam1992]

Perfect timing for the video 👌

[@larryspiller15]

I'd probably buy a small trailer or something because 2 people would be kinda cramped back there. Pretty cool though, as b is for build does, you make do with what you've got

[@moonlightfilms5279]

Straight from the Big Rock Candy Mountain!

[@SilentDrifterGT]

I don't know if it's the angle of the FJ at the end of the video, but it looks like it could use some spacers in the front.

[@monroy2429]

I did not wait 3 days for a 13min video. C'mon BisForBuid u slacking man

[@telfow1]

Thank you

[@scottrussell9527]

Awesome love your creativeness

[@TSOP2020]

Im doing this on my FJ soon! going to get a roof rack first then this awesome idea!

[@jameshill7694]

While you're in Vegas, check out Hump 'N' Bump in Logandale.

[@alberto1690]

Thanks Chris

[@landyr71]

Great job Sir

[@enriqueconde7528]

Great job, man! I love following your build.

[@zach_ofalltrades2414]

great video, I plan on doing this to my FJ

[@benoit1335]

another nice victory built

[@raywilson96]

If you put a deep cycle battery in make sure you put a one way diode on it so you don’t put high amp draws on it.

[@tunafishjoe]

Looks amazing!! Looks like the perfect camping wagon! My Crosstrek is proving too small for camping roadtrips. Should have bought an FJ instead.

[@space.cowboy69]

“Rear tire applied” *cant shut window*

[@bearalliance392]

Chris, you should host a snowboarding meet up this year.

[@ReseTTim]

What about a drawer on the left part underneath the shelf.. You can put a small cooking platform on that.. for baking eggs or cook some food..

[@emokid3167]

Awww yiss. Get done puttin in work on my car to this!

[@vetogiliving1211]

Can you please provide a direct link to schematics as I cannot find it in the forum? Very nice build 🤘

[@kevsgonefishing]

In case you didn't know....... the rear seat bottoms also unlatch and come out to give you a lil more length in there.

[@johnbasco6960]

That’s so awesome man good job!!!

[@siry0ggdstinguishdgent.680]

you doin a magnificent job Cheif

[@elihernandez6849]

You better get zero/ limo tint on your windows for the extra perks you mentioned

[@iraman762]

B is for bonk

[@901backyardsmoke4]

Noice ! Also stoked you got your spare tire re mounted on there.. looks great bro

[@JEGsGarage]

Wait...you did a dual battery setup, went through all that, and the build is done with a plywood platform? What did you need dual batteries for? I thought you were going to put in a fridge, or TV, or communication equipment, or some big nav system...something. Im still not sure why you need RC lights? Haha. The FJ is cool though, I love the bedliner look. I think you would be better off leaving the inside for gear/tools, and doing a roof rack tent. Those will be 100x more comfortable to sleep in with more room, and you wont have to tetris your gear and luggage when you want to sleep. Its an adventure vehicle...youre going to want tools and recovery gear!!

[@Level_Up_Nation]

Surely he has seen those shocks back there on the glass 😂 B is for Building.

[@dmanero]

I would have spray painted the area that covered by the rear window when its closed black to match the exterior of the body.

[@powcar91]

You'll love sema, I spent a whole week back in 2013. Best advice is get comfortable shoes. You'll walk a lot.

[@bobbydacer]

You can get a mosquito screen custom built for the FJ rear window. Awesome for carmping

[@Arunjitt]

you should get darker tints in the back just for privacy and to keep light out in mornings

[@callumthomson8816]

I have this kinda setup in my surf that I just winged and screwed some bits of ply together. Works mint then ya just pu an air bed on top and your golden

[@Myles_gs]

I will be at AAPEX/SEMA show! hope to see you there!

[@TheOhboy300]

NO WAY!!! I"m going to sema as well!!! :D Hope to get to see you :)

[@kartikeytapiawala2989]

you should make a window mesh so that you can leave your back window open while sleeping at night :D

[@ryanmakesnoises]

I hope you will paint the interior sides of all the panels eventually.

[@Hope4NewDay1]

B is for But can Chelsea have her own mini series? I'd love to hear "Welcome back to another episode of C is for Create. I'm Chelsea and today we are going to [insert]"

[@oricardomiranda]

Piéce de resistance is french bro ;)

[@leodunlevy]

I want an FJ now

[@fortyfukinseven]

For not being a good carpenter, but you handled that well

[@jourdainkeel1818]

Inspiration for a new DD

[@TH-ey2rc]

You should of use a universal electric door opener for the back door that way you could just use a button

[@dan74able]

What are the dimensions of the bed? I’m 6 feet tall and just curious if that’s enough space. Great job!

[@davidhosmer6712]

I would love to see an answer to this question! It looks like this guy is tall enough that he won’t be able to lay flat if the rear door is closed.

[@davidryde6296]

Thought about doing this to my Xterra, but rooftop tents make more room for overlanding gear.

[@mwam1985]

I cut a memory foam queen bed to fit in the back of my FJ back when I was homeless in Oahu, Comfy, but it gets real hot real quickly when your FJ is black.

[@adriancarabajal]

Minute 8:48, that wants to be french not italian,,,,jajajaja, great video!!!, I will keep the idea for my Land Cruiser, thanks a lot! Adrian.

[@tytucc3569]

Please throw some spacers on..... If u have fender flares your tires need to extend to be equal with or farther out than the flare

[@PK-R]

Nice

[@Dcurleyfry]

This is really cool! I’ve always wanted to do this to a civic shuttle but idk if the trunk is big enough lmao

[@tryhardangel3018]

You should add wheel spacers i think it will look nice👌

[@fury211]

if it rains alot, you should sound deaden the roof or it will drive you nuts.

[@btb4t3s]

need to see you modify the headlights for some 7" round LEDs.

[@deano_s2k]

Can you do a full tour and in depth review of the FJ?

[@DG_427]

You should get Makita tools, made in Japan and they have very good warranty and free repairs.

[@kittonsmitton]

Bushbar the lights perhaps? great Vlog!

[@47Jonich]

Did anyone else bust out laughing at 11:17 ?

[@seanmchughnt]

Love ya Chris.

[@keithskjold7848]

"...and everything like that." Said at least 50 times. 🤣🤣

[@rideordie9309]

You are amazing 👏🏻

[@777warhero]

The real reason he scrapped the ladder idea is because you don't want to use a ladder when you are drunk.

[@jeph4727]

argonian bilbo 😂😂😂😂😂 that’s a valid point.

[@SonneCreations]

Did they lengthen the FJ post 2007? I have a grand total of 63” in length from the flipped forward cushions to the door in my 2007. That’s 5’3”, making it 8” too short for me. I have to push the front passenger seat as far forward as it will go in order for a sleeping platform to be long enough for me at 5’11”. I am building a 30” wide platform, 72” long and utilizing the seat cushions and Right wheel well as supports, with a hinged drop down side support on the other side, still giving me about 30” of headroom. I would have loved to have built something like this instead, but unless I want to sleep curled up all night, it’s not happening.