How to Build the Ultimate Overland Truck Bed Kitchen Drawers for Camping!

How to build a DIY truck bed overland kitchen drawer system for camping! And yes, I know that title is ridiculously long, but this one is all about keyword search-ability. Enjoy!
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Standard Disclaimer: Putting your soft, squishy fingers near powerful sharp spinning things is dangerous. I've been doing this for a while and I know what I'm doing but even I'm not invincible. I take a lot of safety precautions based on my level of experience and not all of them are shown on camera. Don't do anything you aren't comfortable with. If it makes you nervous you're probably doing it wrong. Don't do anything stupid. Reapply sunscreen often and floss before bed. Is anyone actually still reading this?

[@wjgoh653]

been a carpenter, developer contractor, hold a mechanical engineering degree, have been several city entities " go to" for advice on difficult building dilemmas. All that said, I cried. Your ingenuity and design prowess just made me wonder why I paid 34k for a tag along to use on my property while I set up my shop and house foundation. I hope you get many more tool sponsors and neat toys to make these kinds of projects. I truly appreciate the time and efforts, put forth to design and build this. HUMBLED!

😃😃😃 é impressionante ver tanta habilidade

[@abdulvahabsoudagar9787]

Pl

[@dmwi1549]

And don’t forget the filming, editing and humor in the voice over. Really great work!

[@thenotsojollyrancher-akate9516]

NO KIDDING! Thought I was good but I feel like a rookie compared to this!🙏

[@ironmyno]

Former tool designer, draftsman lifelon woodworker and current journeyman glazier. I couldn't touch this kind of form, function or finish. Sir you have reached the highest level of craftsmanship. My highest compliments!!

[@mav]

i’m in awe

[@andyneedtoplaygames]

Hey

[@danielpatterson4997]

Didn't know you had a new truck insert being made lol

[@atlantic9732]

remake yours

[@weberwoodshop]

We should make you one Mav

[@drp818]

I’m thinking to myself watching this would be perfect for Mav lol & behold he’s already seen it & commented lol

[@user-fd5vu3jp9n]

Absolutely nowhere near as amazing as this but watching your video inspired me to make my own sliding kitchen unit. I would never have attempted it before! Thank you!

[@robertf3879]

Everyone else is doing it wrong except this guy. Very nice work

[@battlelux]

You know it’s a good video when 21 mins feels like 5. Absolutely awesome job you’ve done here mate 👍

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Arcticfox7]

Oh man, you’re right. This guy is not only a master fabricator but also a master editor 👏

[@annjessup1670]

And I’m sitting here camping wishing I had his skills!

[@max7143]

I was hoping for another 21min 😂

[@4wadventuretrails321]

Now that you mentioned that true! Did not seem like 21 minutes whatsoever at all!

[@orvsr4me2]

Ok. I will stop looking at drawer builds now. This is the definition. Even your parts list is a gold mine. Thank you sir.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@adventurefuel5172]

Absolutely fantastic build. I’m just floored by the level of detail and functionality you were able to achieve in such a small space. I feel like I’m carrying my whole house now

[@DerekGHikes]

Ok, this is definitely the best build I've ever seen! It's absolutely impressive! Whenever I see a custom build like this being done, I always know it will be well thought out when a woodworker is doing it.

[@emeraldanvil]

Get the hell out of here. What a seemingly "simple" job so flawlessly well executed. I never ever leave comments, but this video was amazing. Keep it up man, for real, this was awesome and made my day.

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 trabalho incrível mesmo..

[@Fatpak86]

This is probably the best overland kitchen/storage build I have ever seen!

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@jamesgregory7864]

No lie. Any chance of putting out some plans for the public? Obviously measurements would need to be customized by the user for their individual truck but more detailed plans for the drawers etc would be helpful. :)

[@brunoedu1394]

@@jamesgregory7864 Yes, this project is very nice.

[@nexusdodge]

lol "Pre-scratched look" Nice job

[@ericweill24]

I’ve watched so many versions of this video, can easily say yours is the best I’ve seen. Great respect for your craft and appreciate you putting the video out there.

[@richardzade9252]

One of the most professional well thought out builds I have ever seen! Along with the most complete description's to help others make there own.

[@hillberry_revival]

I've watched so many DIY overland builds and this is by far the most efficient and well thought-out one I've seen. Killer work man!

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@cenariusbg]

I was only thinking if there would be a way to make the water container out of 4 instead of 2 pipes, to be like a Diamond shape, so that the water volume would double for not much more area taken.

[@ChavsADV]

​@@cenariusbgyou could. You would need 4 45s and 2 90s. Or you could use 22.5 degree fittings to alter the shape even more.

[@batts2001]

Absolutely amazing and functional setup!! You’ve given me so many ideas. I am so glad I came across your video!

[@noahtemple7129]

Dude you literally thought of everything!!!! Thank you for this!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Your attention to detail is spot on Blake.

[@librab103]

Seriously, I could do the same project and mine would like an art project from elementary school. Some people just have a gift.

[@nickgoold413]

Hands down the most creative, and detail oriented build I’ve ever seen.

[@archangel5627]

I’ve seen quite a few tailgate style kitchens built on pull out slides and yours is by far the best I’ve ever seen. Not only did you manage to think of just about everything you’d ever need in a tailgate kitchen but some of your design features are absolutely brilliant. The collapsible slide out sink, knife drawer with built-in magnetic strip are just so freaking cool and I love the fact that you tried to use every bit of available space so that nothing got wasted. I tip my hat to you sir for engineering an amazing pull out kitchen! Thank you so much for sharing and I look forward to seeing more of your videos! Cheers!

[@jhart3983]

It was a pleasure watching you build this. Superbly thought out, designed and executed. Just wow!!!

[@van_mod1]

I don’t know which is more impressive…the design and execution of this project or the shop you have to build it. Such a treat…bravo!

[@TheTennisCompany]

KIller Build... One important tip I learned the hard way. Either remove the fire extinguisher before using the kitchen or permanently relocate to a non-flamably area of the truck. If you ever have a fire situation with the tank, gas-line or stove a fire would prevent access to the FE.

[@scottwpilgrim]

You've piqued my curiosity. How hard was the hard way you learned that lesson? 😳😳

[@TheTennisCompany]

@@scottwpilgrim $2,500 BBQ went up in flames, the LP tank hose ignited (leak?). We mounted our FE next to the BBQ. We had an extra extinguisher in the garage, but the damage was too extensive to save by the time we put out the fire.

[@bordz7143]

Wow! Great work,.flawless. All space savers and no waste. 👍😉🍻

[@exclusivelynyc]

This is the best thing I've seen ever! I couldn't stop smiling with joy when you showed the breakdown of everything. Wonderful work.

[@sylartick88]

Amazing builder! I wish have a neighbor like him so I can watch and learn..

😃😃😃😃, Aprender com quem sabe é bom demais..

[@EricGrayEricLeePhotos]

That is the most well-thought-out truck camping system I have seen (the water tank system, specifically). I don't even own a truck and I want to do that! I do have a minivan, though...

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you! I've seen some cool minivan setups!

[@chrismullin8304]

Look into "Road shower". I've been very happy with mine.

[@wholewheat1]

Everything, EVERYTHING is so incredibly well thought out. I would genuinely love cooking on this setup while out for a weekend. Almost no amenity spared! Incredible build man

[@andrewlewisprops]

Impressive build! Inspirational! I love how clean and organized your shop is!❤

[@FrenchGuyCooking]

It's 🤯 ! And the pressurized water tank is 😍

[@ElectricalEngr_CompSci]

Oo la la its Alex!!!! I love you man!!

[@cameron9122]

Alex let's see some camping cooking 😂👍🏻

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks Alex! Come camping with me and I'll show you a thing or two about cooking ;)

[@macadood]

@@weberwoodshop awesome build! How did you get the adapters from the air compressor to the water tap to work so seamlessly?

E a caixa de água criativa e prática, só temos uma pequena duvida como fez o quebra ondas interno na caixa de água???🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@hby7768]

You should do a complete overland truck build with those skills of yours.

[@Britto365]

Adding some of this to my build, it is so to the point. Thank you so much.

[@imaley]

Amazing work, very inspirational

[@lioneluhlmann9200]

best complete fab ive seen in a while, the attention to detail throughout your filming left no stone unturned. An absolute treat, and something to set the standard for truck box buildouts. bravo.

[@dwayneford1990]

Envy, respect, love, longing, and perhaps most importantly, inspiration. How anyone could watch this video and not have the same feelings is incomprehensible. Your various skills are so evident here in everything you did. As a camper I could only dream about building such a well thought out and superbly engineered system. I subscribed to your channel a long time ago and have watched a lot of your work. This video was so inspiring I will be tuning in more often to see what you are up to. Blake, you are a master! Well done.

[@robertmcgraw8195]

Wife to me, "you're watching that video again aren't you "? Me: "YES"❤👏

[@horacerumpole6912]

Well try anyway to comprehend-

[@charging99]

quality, and well done. never seen a home build so well designed and built before, credit to you

[@peterreitz8620]

Truly awe inspiring craftmanship. Love all the small details that are well thought out. Man I have a lot to learn!

[@nealperry7027]

Everything about this is incredible. What are the chances you'll be making the build plans available for purchase?

[@jordanbrock8856]

When you cut the webbing for the propane I said out loud, "I hope you burn those ends" and 2 seconds later? You burned the ends. Lol. Excellent project my man! Very well done.

[@weberwoodshop]

I gotchyou lol

[@carlah6922]

BAHAHAHHA.. you weren't the ONLY one to have that thought run thru yer brain. 😂

[@shortassbd]

That’s unreal. How you thought of all the little useful parts when starting it is applaudable

[@dm9152]

So great to watch! Pure genius at work. Thank you for filming this for us.

[@aronsced5521]

I’ve watched thousands of vids on YT over the years, yours is truly outstanding! Mad skills sir, mad skills!

[@KeepItTiny]

Seeing guys like this lad right here work is an amazing reminder of the skill gap between hobbyists and pros. I mean that in the best way possible as well. As a hobbyist, it gives me excitement knowing I have so much more to learn!

[@lamf98]

Absolutely functional! Congratulations and have a fun outdoors weekends, warm regards from Guatemala

[@Juan234alv]

Bless you for this channel. Trying to mimic this and plan how I can do it out of my apartment parking lot and deck.

[@teflongoon]

The entire build is incredible, but that magnet to catch beer caps is cherry on top.

[@unclemeat7310]

I couldn't figure out what it was at first. I'm thinking "why is he screwing that random washer under the bottle opener"?...DUH!🤯

[@SethsProject]

I’m looking into traveling a lot with my new Tacoma, and I was wanting to build something like this, and I’m absolutely blown away by how perfect this setup is. New dream acquired!

[@WorkingAxle]

Love love love the pressurized water tank!

[@florinpfjazz24]

Extraordinary!!! Congratulations !!! Very meticulous and practical......

[@Woodwoman]

This is the dream build, thank you for sharing! It’s everything I’ve been trying to piece together in my mind - but for real, and so brilliantly designed. Wow, I’m so excited to incorporate some of these ideas into my camper build!

[@travcurt]

Wow. This video and build was so well done and explained that I actually believe I could do it myself. And a great example of not needing high end everything to be extremely functional! I especially love the water system. So simple but perfect. Great inspiration, thank you!

[@jasonhammel7980]

Wonderfully executed design build. Humbled. Good job sir.

[@jalilkh80]

clean, smooth and very inspiring

[@vole8047]

Absolutely marvellous! Every new idea I said "I'm going to try that!" ... so, I was talking to myself a lot throughout the video!!! Inspiring!

[@diegoforest]

One of the best builds I have seen. Excellent design and craftsmanship! Going to use some of these ideas on my off road squaredrop build

[@LauraLouLou]

That is just such an amazing project!!! You couldn’t buy anything of such quality and efficiency!!! Truly impressive!!!

[@reggieknight2947]

This was beautiful and a pleasure to experience

[@librab103]

Awesome build. Wasn't expecting to pick up a few tricks like using a router instead of a jigsaw. Also I'm glad to see more and more people using the pocket screw method instead of things like dovetails for joints. I had the same idea to use aluminum angle pieces for edging on a few projects with my old van build.

[@mattjohnston3521]

Absolutely amazing!!! So relaxing to watch this project play out- I wish I had the area/tools at my disposal to feed my creativity. Keep up the inspiration brother!!!

[@desertmaestro1]

Remarkable work! I'm in the very early stages of planning an overland setup within my Topper EZlift Weekender kit in my short-bed Tacoma. It's a very limited/tight area to work with, but your max utilization of space is inspiring and gives me hope! 😅

[@ColinWatkins]

This is awe inspiring. I wish I had half the skills and vision you have.

[@HalfAssHomestead]

Of all of the builds I've watched for making your truck more of a utility vehicle, this has got to be the best one. I fell in love with the kitchen sink, although I camp in a fold down. And I have an outdoor island that has a dish pan for a sink. Adding that rechargeable LED light is something I've been looking for. And using the rubber diamond plate, keeps everything looking very professional. Kudos on a great build.

[@EpicAdventuresOffroad]

My goodness. This is straight up genius. I love the fact that every single thing was thoroughly thought out and built with care. It’s beautiful!

[@liamm9400]

Best boot build i have seen. You should get into tiny home builds!! Genius some of those mods. Thanks for sharing some great ideas.

[@padraigbriody8564]

Fantastic work Ut you're so talented, lots of love Pat😊

[@NachoElSanto]

This build was so cleverly designed and the background music was very funky.

[@nandanvb357]

This build is so cool. So many things fit in a tiny space and there are so many innovative ways to make things multipurpose!

[@janackermann2080]

This is the best built i have even seen! Crazy how clean and organized everything is. Great Job!!

[@9gagerofl]

Stunning. Absolutely stunning

[@alvy_theone3916]

O.M.G. 😮😮😮 I would literally pay you for this! This seems more practical than the Decked system that a lot of overlanders use. I love the water system and propane set up you have made. You still have space in the back to place other things in.

[@kenmanweiler1981]

I started watching this for ideas for my work truck, but kept watching past the mechanics for the sheer joy of a well build and presented project! You are truly an artist! Thanks for sharing this!❤

[@marlon1309]

This gives me encouragement to build my own DIY camper. Your building technique is explicit, Thanks for sharing and more power to your channel.

[@thomaschandler4831]

This is by far the best and nicest truck bed build I’ve seen … by a mile … absolutely awesome job

[@myhandydiy4471]

Everything about this build is epic. well planned out, well executed, genius. thanks for sharing.

[@FishNC1973]

I had the same truck years ago living in MT. This would have made my life a much better experience. Really dig this!

[@3XDIVER]

That's insanely well done with exquisite attention to detail, design, and finish. Now if only there was a place that regular folk like me without your vision and skills could get something like that....

[@drewsimms]

This insane! I need to up my set up after seeing this haha

[@geminiprospect812]

I have been a fan of both you, Drew and Blake! You guys both rock, keep doing your thing. Blake - Almost done with my build, I would love to share! Its a replica of yours but for my 2020 Tacoma. :)

[@inkedoutmiss]

What a great build. I’d definitely move the extinguisher before cooking and pop it back when your done. This it like glamming compared to how we camp! It’s great though!

[@shane_smith_]

Probably the best work I've seen on KZbin when it come to camping equipment. Much respect

[@user-ot6dy1df5y]

Yesterday I thought I had seen the best kitchen build in a truck, then I saw your video and got blown away. Amazing work!

[@ocelliotts]

That is one well thought out and stellar build. Super impressed, and inspired.

[@danemmerich6775]

Fantastic Build!! I am a Carpenter Contractor and you did a great job. Love the water tank. I used to have the pulled out drawers for my tools in my truck. I am going to use some of your ideas in my kitchen/12volt fridge/tools slide out to install on a trailer. I will be building that as well. Kudos to your skill-set!!!!

[@MeliBeBrave]

I'm totally mesmerized by your build. Incredible. Fantastic work!

[@leetulk5043]

awesome job man ,I'm building a roof top tent trailer ,thanks for taking the time to inspire me even more ,

[@chrisboggs3341]

Absolutely amazing 👌💯 I wish I had the time and precise skills as you do to build something this amazing. I'm pretty handy at woodworking but this was so detailed oriented. Great job man, I know you'll get lots of enjoyment out of this setup 👌

[@undeaniabletruths5551]

Great job, impressed with the thought and skill.

[@Flutterbyby]

You made it look so easy,with no space wasted. inspired for my build, especially the collapsible sink & bag to catch the grey water.

[@bricmpt]

Super cool! A work to be proud of. To anyone without a sweet shop and a budget, don't forget a folding table and some totes and jugs of water gets you camping and cooking in the same places outdoors with the fam.

[@Warpetrie]

I love this setup so much, outstanding work. Hopefully one day I can make a setup half as good as yours!

[@beckcameron9297]

This is the first video of yours that I’ve watched and wow- the camera work, the craftsmanship, the professionalism. Everything about this video was helpful and informative. You are a model KZbinr and wood worker. Bravo.

[@reidkg12]

Serious craftsmanship even down to every detail. Amazing.

[@jmac275]

What a work of art! I was mesmerized and couldn't take my eyes off your work!

[@TechFutureToday]

That is one of most well thought out usage of space/gadgets I've seen in a while. Great work.

Muito bem dimensionado mesmo 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@stephenbrewer1241]

This is a absolutely incredible design! Everything looks perfectly laid out and accessible! You did an amazing job! I love it!

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks!

[@matthalpin1981]

Wow! I was just transfixed while watching this video. SO many skills on display and I am regretting not learning woodworking, plumbing, basic tools usage while growing up. I am googling for courses in my area now.

[@lukemagee462]

Been looking at camping draws and DIY versions and this is by far the best. Nothing you can buy comes close to this and all this is in a different league to the rest. You've certainly given me lots of fantastic ideas! Happy camping!

[@felixfromnebraska8648]

You really nailed this build, my friend. You utilized every nook and cranny of the space you had to work with. Thanks for sharing this, Blake. Felix

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@jeffgoldsmith1679]

When I heard the "This is a design as you go- figure out the details later" comment I'm thinking oh boy here we go. Boy was I wrong, you just nailed this build. You have re-coined the phrase "Jack of all trades master of All".

[@Euer_Ernst]

Great Job, I was looking a long time for a camping Box. This one has a lot of Ideas I can use to build a camping box for my ford galaxy.

[@mannycastillo8082]

Absolutely the best design I’ve ever seen and doing it yourself… MAD PROPS!

[@MsMiaGalvan]

As I'm sketching my dream van conversion I've been trying to visualize a small outdoor kitchen that is attached to the van like an outside storage box that would swing around to the passenger side so I could cook while facing and visiting with everyone sitting under an awning on passenger camp side. The details you have included are awesome and give me some great ideas. Thank you!

[@BigpapamoneymanMVPtypebeat]

Look into camping trailers , you can tow it behind your van and many of them come with awnings and full setup kitchens ect. So many kinds though I’m in the search for a camping trailer without a bed area but I guess that’d be a kitchen trailer 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@1atblridkcoem1atblridkcoem9]

fold out table + camp stove + a milk crate of cooking supplies + easy access to your pantry, bam, done.