I Turned the Passenger Side of my Tacoma Into a Bed

[@titosworld2473]

Brother I had this idea in my head and I did not know how to execute it until I came upon your video!.... Thank you so much!!!

[@MyLittleFarmhouse]

I took my back seat out and left my front seat. I just lay it down and built the bed over it. It’s removable so can still carry a passenger if needed 😊👍🏽🇦🇺

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Awesome! I’ve slept in the back of mine but Im just a few inches too tall. I can’t stretch out but in a pitch it works haha glad you found something that works for you!

[@Tripsurfer]

I have a large cap with same truck just made this set up and I already like it way more the the cap can’t beat being able to wake up and drive without having to get outside

[@Outdoor.pixels]

That's true! Im glad it's working out for you

[@bnicholasvideo]

OMG That accent!!!

[@robdaniels1643]

I've done the same exact thing but I used PVC pipes instead of wood for the frame. The ratcheting cutter made it super easy, and it was dirt cheap.

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Great idea! I’ve seen a few pvc builds before and always look great!

[@crissgen]

How long is the plywood platform, I’m 6’2’’

[@robdaniels1643]

@@crissgen i am 5'10" and can lay end to end with a pillow and be comfortable. I think 6'2" would be a tight fit but just as tight as a bed setup. If i went a little lower down i could get some more space but i have the glove box in the way. I have mine high enough up for some storage space underneath, if i went lower i probably wouldn't be able to fit much of anything under it.

[@michaelmcelwain2053]

Nice job. Gotta love a kreg jig.

[@30-06]

Very nice! This is just about all needed for traveling in Tacoma 👍

[@Outdoor.pixels]

I agree I’ve only had two issues first issue is you don’t have much room for your other gear. I can leave it in the bed but then I have to worry about someone stealing in and the second issue is I can’t use a heater there just isn’t a good spot to sit one without worrying about something catching on fire but it will work for now

[@30-06]

…I gotta make sure to watch your video next week 😂 👍

[@Outdoor.pixels]

@@30-06 unfortunately it won’t be truck camping related. It rained all weekend so I couldn’t make a video trying it out but that will be the video for next Sunday

[@30-06]

@@Outdoor.pixels Haha it’s very nice of you to let me know lol I’ve already subscribed so I’ll be watching everything you’ll be posting so no prob my friend lol I have a feeling your channel will be huge you won’t have time to respond every comment in near future: I’ll be taking advantage of it while I can lol thank you Austin 😂

[@Outdoor.pixels]

@@30-06 thanks man! I plan on responding to everyone that leaves a real comment 👍

[@samfrazier969]

Bro this is phenomenal everyone does the back seat but man this is great idea gives more storage for behind the seat

[@jesusguzman5435]

Great content nice and cozy bed

[@jrandyoutdoors]

Hey, it works my friend. Looks really good.

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Thanks!

[@ovale6]

good job bro.

[@bigperm005]

Thumbs up just for your country twang

[@Livingfre]

Perfect results ✌🏽

[@Michaelharringtondesign]

Hey Alex, I noticed you didn’t remove the back support cushions from the back seats. Did you still fit comfortably? I’m 5’7” and would think the extra back cushion-less space would be nice as well as opening up the extra storage room behind the cushion.

[@crissgen]

I want to know too without the cushion

[@johngray9702]

Cool video, thanks

[@journeytoliving7344]

Thank you for the video. I have been wanting to do this. I have looked through KZbin to see if anyone has done in Tacoma. Subscribed to your channel and on Instagram. Was blown away with the photographs. Did you take these pictures. They are gorgeous. Again thank you.

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Thank you so much and yes I did photography for a few years and then started to learn video. I still shoot some but not as much as I use to.

[@bambeds]

Well Done!

[@mrbilllollar]

Love it!

[@campdoggs2959]

Sup, wiley subbed,we truckcamp cheers....

[@J.Young808]

Suggest you get the window rain vents I have the in channel ones for my 4Runner.

[@InezCorona-w6q]

I am 5 foot tall. Going to do this. Will be able to stretch and feel safer in the cab!

[@backandforthupanddow]

Very cool

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Thank you!

[@chipper7711]

How tall are you, and can you lay down flat from head to toe? Also, find the right value resistor and trick that seatbelt circuit into thinking it’s connected. Should cost less than 2 bucks. No more dash lights. Did this on my sprinter van and works 100%.

[@Outdoor.pixels]

I’m 5’7 and yes I can you could take the other part of the back seat out and make it work up to like 6 feet

[@itsivoryy7181]

Once you take the seat off and it looks like you had to cut a cord with your knife. Are you able to put it back in there and hook it back up properly ?

[@Outdoor.pixels]

I’m pretty sure it was just a zip tie. I didn’t cut the wire and it just uses a plastic snap so you can put the seat back in connect the snaps and the alarm should go away

[@wtfu812omg]

I did sane for mine but to get best out of it for room you shoukd remove the too part of back seats. There are those little storage cubbies back there behind the seats but trust me it will add so much to the room. I’m five 7 1/2 and I found I needed a little extra wiggle room as I sleep with my arms above my head sometimes what some people do is actually remove those plastic cubby storage bins behind the top side of the backseat and insulate tge rear wall then put a diy molley panel over it. Just made out of 1/4 plywood and painted . Addsso much room but also deadens the sound as you drive.👍🏻

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Yeah I thought about removing it but it I’ve been taking the platform in and out so it’s just been easier for me to leave the back part and I use the cubbies to store tools for the truck. Like you said tho you could remove it if you was like 5’10 and maybe get by

[@tuckerandi]

Hi Austin, I just subscribed I'm getting myself a Tacoma in a couple of months and interested in seeing what other ideas you have.

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Thank you! I hope you get a 6 foot bed. That’s one thing I regret.

[@tuckerandi]

@@Outdoor.pixels Actually that's my plan and suppose be on the one I'm getting in

[@Outdoor.pixels]

@@tuckerandi great!

[@jimibuckets23]

Does this mean that the air bags won’t deploy since the passenger seat is out

[@squidmissle0163]

I’ve thought of doing the same thing in my Tacoma.Only concerns is the airbags.Not sure if removing that seat disables all the airbags.

[@Outdoor.pixels]

From the research I’ve done it doesn’t for the drivers side but I only plan on taking it out for trips. It’s really easy to do

[@squidmissle0163]

@@Outdoor.pixels Nice I’ll probably do the same.Went cross country last year.Slept in the bed of my truck with a softopper.Not that easy to do at rest stops.This set up looks perfect thanks for the video

[@davemyers7507]

Cool 😎

[@characteristicallyauthentic]

Could you tell me the measurements for the plywood. I’m working on this as I type this.

[@Outdoor.pixels]

I just eyeballed everything man

[@journeytoliving7344]

Curious if you took plug wiring from a salvage tacoma and plugged them to your seat wiring if it would eliminate the alarm lights on dash.

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Probably if I was going to leave it like that for awhile then that’s probably something I would look into

[@salmtz4250]

Great setup! what matress did you use?

[@Outdoor.pixels]

3 inch memory foam. I think it came from Home Depot.

[@characteristicallyauthentic]

About to do the same to my truck.

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Awesome! Good luck!

[@vUngbay510]

Aye my friend you haved nail polish on?😂

[@Outdoor.pixels]

I spilled red dye all over me at work and couldn’t get it all off. Trust me I’m the last person that will ever paint my nails 🤣

[@chrismiller2235]

Hey bud do you remember what the measurements were for the board?

[@Outdoor.pixels]

I don’t I just kinda eyeball it haha

[@chrismiller2235]

@@Outdoor.pixels lol ok thanks i appreciate it

[@Theazonis]

You should give us the blueprints

[@Outdoor.pixels]

What blueprint? Haha I just Jerry rigged everything you got it’s just some plywood and 2x4 legs

[@Fotosynthesis858]

If you have the short bed & get a camper shell, you still won’t really be able to fully your legs out if you’re 5’ 7.”

[@Outdoor.pixels]

@@Fotosynthesis858 you will if you sleep at a angle from corner to corner

[@Kklewis2223]

@@Outdoor.pixelsthat’s what I’m planning to do. I have a dodge Ram 1500 short bed. Just ordered the topper today and plan to sleep diagonally. 👍 Nice video!

[@Ob3ysteeze]

how is it holding up now?

[@Outdoor.pixels]

No issues so far other than a few thing I don’t like but I will be putting the seat back in once my camper shell shows up.

[@Ob3ysteeze]

@@Outdoor.pixels thanks austin! give us a video of you using it on a trip! Safe travels!! Edit: NVM!! just watched your latest video!

[@hdavidphotography]

How thick was that plywood?

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Pretty sure I used 1/2 but I don’t weight much haha

[@J.Young808]

You unplugged the seat weight sensor and the seat airbag

[@anthonygreenfield123]

Nice

[@StayTunedMoto]

I dont recommend this. Airbag unplugged is a bad idea!

[@RoadTrekker866]

This absolutely doesn’t make any sense stripping out your cab just for two weeks.

[@kadinrose6710]

Dont do it then