MY HOTSHOT BED SETUP WITH REAR SEATS! | EASY SLEEPER CONFIGURATION | HOTSHOT TRUCKING

I run through how I set up my bed in my hotshot truck! Easy platform with 3/4" plywood, memory foam twin matress and rear seats still installed! This is not a DOT approved sleeper setup, split logging and teams cannot use this for legal breaks in that aspect! I have linked a video referring to those rules.
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[@MrGlenrayf]

Thanks for this video. It was very informative and showed how a simple design can really serve a great purpose. All the best!

[@toneytone7497]

Its nothing like a decent bed after a long drive, think about this u save a 100 bucks everytime u lay down lol

[@day-cablounger967]

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[@jasonbourne1596]

Exactly, we can get free shower at the trickster, whole needs motel?

[@danielrosic2960]

I'm not a trucker, but I live out west between two different states and often make the 10hr drive back and forth. One time my roommate, a pretty sheltered dude living off his parents, was riding with me in my pickup, and it turned into a huge argument because we were both getting sleepy half way into drive - and so I said he could take the back seat because I sleep just fine in my driver's seat. As long as I have a pillow, I don't even need to recline my seat. He became all heated and said that there's no way he could sleep in the truck. Mind you, I have multiples of inflatable sleeping pads and pillows, sleeping bags, etc. He wouldn't have it, was acting like I was trying to serve him cockroaches for dinner. He thought sleeping in the truck was some crazy freaking idea and insisted that we get a motel. Well at the time I was still new in construction making laborers wages, and paying for college too, so there was no way I was even gonna pay $60 to split a room. So we drove to a motel, he got a room and I slept in the truck 😅

[@Jack-fr8ji]

Daniel, I see you called him “roommate” not friend. I’m glad to hear that because he is a a$$hole😊

[@davidstarnes4054]

That works well. I built one similar for my Ford. I later installed a cow town sleeper and that has been a game changer.

[@BrianWalsingham]

Simplest way I’ve seen so far. Nice.

[@natalias2689]

I think this will work perfectly in my Dodge Dakota Quad Cab. Great grandma with 6 great-grandchildren in 6 states from Colorado to North Carolina and looks really comfy. Thanks for the great video. I can do it myself even being elderly. Blessings.

[@jorgequezada6677]

I have a similar set up, i used hinges on the legs and fold down and covered up the plywood with pleather.

[@pj5607]

Nice set up! Thanks for the video. Gonna try this. Beats sleeping on the seats in a sleeping bag

[@ezraal8938]

Thanks for sharing this really helpful and have a rest night on the truck for next morning

[@jerrythompson8532]

Simple elegance 💪😁Nice job!

[@tommyshiflett2058]

Great video. Thank you for the great information.

[@mazijoe8601]

Very good......you make it look easy! 🤗

[@GrandPrix46]

Looks good man, easy install/removal, too.

[@roncoleman6693]

Good set up. Simple and efficient. 😎🤟👍

[@Eaveszx14]

Working in the oil field for the past few years I've slept as much in a truck as I have in a bed... I subscribed to show you support brother... Hammer Down

[@LoadMizer]

Much appreciated man! 👍👍

[@christianmorgan3293]

Thanks for your videos my man. Solid dude.

[@lavenderrose22h55]

I have made a bed like that before it works so great I like the way you reinforced the legs The think mattress is a must for a good nights sleep ,,awesome thanks for sharing

[@malikdahmanimoussa588]

You are a big help man , thank you !

[@wattermelon1510]

You're the best dude with the best info about this hot shot sh*t. Thanks again man. Keep on trucking.

[@jgetscensored7837]

Very cool idea. I did something similar but I actually removed my rear seats (just the bottom part.) Gave me loads of secure storage underneath, and made for a very comfortable bed

[@jgetscensored7837]

Oh and I took a different route for the mattress. Combination of cushion foam and “craft foam” from an art and craft store. Made a custom shaped mattress.

[@robertpagan1282]

Cool video Ricky

[@steveschierholz5272]

Good to see you got your steel toe flip flops on. Nice job they make you look so professional

[@lhaulins2549]

Alright, that was a pretty good vid.👍🏽

[@ffujees]

You did it again always great content

[@LoadMizer]

Thanks for that! 👍👍

[@williamwiirzler8782]

Getting my done on Sunday ✌️🤙

[@LoadMizer]

Awesome man!👍

[@huevoneousmaximus2309]

Good setup bro.

[@Kinwaytrucking]

Now that's creative

[@boomer16323]

A serrated electric turkey carving knife is perfect for cutting foam.

[@bradleymenezes6196]

What's the next best thing in your opinion?

[@davidmcduffie5629]

Load Mizer, you made me wiser! Thank you for showing us how easy it is to create a bed in the crew cab. I'm so glad, I didn’t have to attend a scientific lab. (LOL) Reminds me of what a wise man said many years ago, - My yoke is easy ... Matthew 11:30.

[@380Banshee]

Patent that design call it the Load Mizer deluxe bed kit, great idea!!

[@LoadMizer]

I think I’d have to figure out a way to tidy up the bed cover. 🤣

[@geriatricginger]

Nice one!

[@lyubolesiv6867]

That is badass

[@carlosaguirre1313]

Perfect !!!

[@maureendecastro1872]

Awesome!!

[@bigdogautotransport591]

man thats nice i have to build me of thoses

[@johndm4300]

Are those notches about 2" x 6"? Thanks, great video. About to build one of these for my ford since it can easily be removed.

[@Brute-bf9bs]

You could put a hole in the center at the top in-between the 2 x4 as a handle to help cararry it

[@hotshotbythemile2811]

Freaking awesome 👏

[@burt714]

I’ve gained some good information from your videos. I’m making a bed like this after my first run coming up this week: I’m also doing my window coverings like in your other video. Thanks ... hope the Ford is holding up since you got the rear end done. I got the same year✌🏻

[@LoadMizer]

awesome man, I’m glad I could help out! There’s not much room to work with in these trucks but I’m typically either working or sleeping, so the room isn’t really an issue for me lol

[@brettreines1407]

Put moving pad on seat then board n 1 down back off seat keep seats good

[@cyndibailey3929]

Question, my husband has started doing Hotshot. How do you stay cool in the summer? Great tip on the bed, thank you

[@mikemiller9119]

I did something similar to hold my tools in my Ram. The factor shelf really wasn’t built to hold that much weight.

[@charlessyoutubeaccount]

just build one my self a month ago forgot to commeng but it work’s perfect i was sleeping in my seat for the longest 😂🤦🏽‍♂️

[@ProjektImpWorld]

that was actually pretty interesting setup and it was seems easy to build, but it also need a dark tint window or else someone could see you sleeping there. 😁

[@LoadMizer]

Haha thanks man. I’ve already got the windows situation covered too kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpq5ZoyChNyKl7M 👍👍

[@jasonbourne1596]

I would tint the window and have a curtain.

[@criketbug6548]

Nice!

[@Tdubya813]

Same thing that i did for my ram. I cut mine in half and joined it together with hinges so that it would fold when I store it in my garage.

[@LoadMizer]

I’ve thought of a hinged bed platform. I may mess with that if I need a design change with the Ram if I ever end up with one. 👍👍

[@Tdubya813]

Hey so when u sleep in the truck, do you let the truck just run? Or do you idle it up?

[@LoadMizer]

Tdubya813 I just let it run. This thing does so many regens while it’s running it’s ridiculous lol

[@frediefarmer]

Helpful

[@radarmike6713]

Next time you cut foam....use an electric turkey knife. Learn that from a upolstry lady I worked for. She's been doin that for over 20yrs that way. It cuts amazingly easy and clean.

[@LoadMizer]

Will definitely try that next time! 👍👍

[@pmarcus911]

I just saw those oil seal caps for your trailer on I instagram man those are sweet I’ll be ordering some asap

[@LoadMizer]

Paul Butler havent had any issues with them. 👍👍

[@ezmoney3699]

Looks good .... a tip to you guys using sleeping bags on memory foam it will freeze hard as a rock at 32°so if you're going to use just the sleepin bag and not idle the truck you may not want to get the memory foam.

[@LoadMizer]

That’s true! Running heat in the truck throughout the day knocks it down pretty quick though. Also while you’re sleeping body heat will keep it from getting too cold. But yes if you come out to the truck after a few days off in the winter you definitely don’t want to hop on the bed right away lol

[@ezmoney3699]

@@LoadMizer I had memory foam in mine and it don't take very long to start getting frooze and your body heat can't really keep up. Course my ex always said I was cold-blooded. Lol

[@LoadMizer]

Ez Money I’ll put this to the test for sure. The mattress I had in the semi worked great, we’ll see how this one dies in the pickup.

[@burt714]

I did not know that. I was planning of throwing my bag on top- air mattress?

[@stlaww77]

True‼️

[@santiagodavila1426]

Nice set up, am a short guy, I ll definitely need a ladder or or jump into the truck once is all set up already..!!

[@LoadMizer]

Nah man most of us just slide across the center console between the seats. It’s way easier than trying to jump up on the bed from the back doors. 👍

[@santiagodavila1426]

@@LoadMizer yes that sounds better, where do you drive what states.? What are you pulling rite now.? Flat bed.? Car hauler.?

[@fingersmcgee2762]

i took the back seat out of my f350 not to sleep but to use as a tool crib

[@jamesnelson5700]

Dope!

[@toddalexander5517]

Do you idle for heat and A/C? I’ve heard it’s bad to idle a turbo diesel.

[@thanniss]

Sand it put some felt or other fabric on it and maybe a cushion of some sort on the top and get some more cushion.

[@bobbycaldweld6332]

Your are the truth 🙌

[@xbadkarmax5511]

Any measurements for the notches ?

[@sabrinabrunson66]

where did you get the foam mattress? can you provide the link for that?

[@billharden7127]

I like it

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

I’ve been using an inflatable mattress in the back seat. It’s pretty good considering mine is a Ram 1500 with quad cab.

[@c.r.angeconeb6009]

Cool stuff, my son wants 1 in the back for when we go moose hunting (rutting season) this cull moon coming up September 'Harvest Moon

[@LoadMizer]

Most definitely doable!

[@jasonbourne1596]

I'm looking into driving hotshot too, I plan on just taking the back seat out and having a mattress custom made. I'm only pretty much going to use it for work, and I figure I'll be in it.most of the week. I saw a guy get a ticket on another video for being 59 pounds over. If he would of had his back seat out I bet he wouldn't of got the ticket. Point is why haul a back seat around it's just less of everything else you can take along. I'm going to make a custom permanent design with under storage on mine, a small RV fridge will be under there, a small.air compressor on one side, some tools etc. Rest of space will be for clothing and such.

[@LoadMizer]

I leave the back seats in because it’s a rental.

[@jasonbourne1596]

@@LoadMizer Understandable, and I was just putting that out there for people to think about. I'm glad I did, could you elaborate on the rental you mentioned? I'm trying to figure out how to get started and coming up with truck and trailer is hard to do. How much is the rental and can you rent a truck and trailer to get started?

[@scottfoster2487]

Wrap the plywood with marine carpet to protect the seatand make the mattress leess prone to moving.

[@LoadMizer]

That’s an excellent idea 👍

[@CPSteveMiller]

You got that big ass Ford cab. I did this with my 04 dodge and I didn't want to cut up my mattress so I just slept on the wood lol

[@LoadMizer]

CP Steve Miller thats borderline homeless Steve 🤣

[@CPSteveMiller]

@@LoadMizer Don't hate, I ran out of time to figure out a solution🤣

[@LoadMizer]

CP Steve Miller lmao that’s awesome 👏🤣

[@06dirtyblack]

LMFAO

[@burt714]

I’m thinking of just sleeping in the floor, at least try it but not a good option for storage

[@edwinberrios3256]

Great video, new subscriber, quick question, how much did you cut on the edges to clear the pillar?

[@LoadMizer]

About a 2”x3” chunk and rounded the edges.

[@edwinberrios3256]

@@LoadMizer OK thanks, keep them videos coming!

[@TheOne-ng6ce]

Life made easy 😁😁😁😉

[@raineldvega4635]

hello friend, excellent video of the bed without taking off the seats. Is it the same for a ram 3500? Since the rear seats are slightly tilted up, any recommendations?

[@LoadMizer]

I had to use slightly longer legs on the Ram but it ended up sitting level.

[@raineldvega4635]

@@LoadMizer ok, ok, I just made it myself a little higher, I put an ikea mattress on it

[@jshkohler]

You just saved me from having to sleep in the passenger seat. I have been trying to figure out how to sleep in the back seat instead.

[@benphilippe4892]

Great video bro!! Question? Do you always sleep at a truck stop? Where is it ok to pull over and sleep? Where is it not?

[@LoadMizer]

Sometimes I do. Other times I use rest areas or if it’s confirmed ahead of time I’ll crash at the shipper or receiver if I need to save time. It all just depends. I used to stay at Walmart a lot but they’ve started cracking down on trucks parking overnight. I always call ahead and confirm.

[@benphilippe4892]

@@LoadMizer Thanks for the info!!

[@w.m.t.4897]

I took the seats out..it took 10 or 15 minutes..then used the 3quater ply and it worked out great..I dont like the idea of having to move the seats all the way up wich means your moving that bed in and or having to flip it up.....I even made made my bed in the morning for appearance lol

[@LoadMizer]

Bill T cool deal. If I owned the truck I’d most likely have a seat less setup but if enterprise calls to swap trucks in Indiana when I hit 60k and I’m in Minnesota...I can’t exactly “swing by” Kentucky to out the seats back in before I trade out lol.

[@bradleymenezes6196]

Great video man, how did you go about cutting the memory foam?

[@LoadMizer]

I just measured and marked it then cut it with a utility knife. It cuts pretty easy 👍

[@bradleymenezes6196]

Thanks boss!

[@whatdidyoutoldm3293]

I SHOULD BE ABLE TO BOUNCE A QUARTER OFF THAT COMFORTER PRIVATE ! 😂

[@LoadMizer]

Haha I if I had a spring rack to climb under I’d get it there 🤣. Fun fact I still roll my socks though 🤣🤣

[@chuckt8529]

Great video 👌

[@pheap369]

What are the legal measurements for cdl setup

[@temitopegbolagade5864]

Do rentals at enterprise comes with the gooseneck tow hitch ?

[@LoadMizer]

It comes with the rail system. You’ll have to attach your own ball hitch plate or fifth wheel.

[@shaw-man2253]

So do you get in from the front or the back? And how tall are you? Thanks good video.

[@LoadMizer]

I slide between the seats to get in and out. I’m 6’1

[@parales03]

Awesome!!! Do you leave the car running for a/c

[@LoadMizer]

Every night lol

[@parales03]

@@LoadMizer how’s the fuel on it? Is it still the same as idle .08 cents an hour.

[@johnparsons-fp7ly]

My question is, is it DOT approved or do they allow that?

[@mankyndtruckingllc6549]

Does the dimensions work for a dodge ram 3500 2021?

[@ronniewalters129]

Slick

[@justlook.productions]

Rather than ask how tall this creator is, may I ask if this would work for a six foot 1” person? This is my challenge with these mods. I think I need a design that angles into the front passenger seat. ☺️👍 But thanks for this fantastic video!!

[@cotywaters]

Idle all night or what do you have a fan or something to keep cool?

[@LoadMizer]

Coty waters I idle when it’s too hot or cold.

[@jonbailey6623]

Just a heads up that material that wraps the foam mattress is a fiberglass sock, cut it outside away from everything

[@edwardturner7229]

So you can run teams in a hotshot with a DOT approved sleeper?

[@SonVuGia]

He is pro

[@Antoniomonroy1981]

I finished with mine and we almost started working I only have one question, they sleep all the time with the truck on

[@LoadMizer]

I do unless the weather is nice

[@puddin6945]

What exactly are the laws for sleeping in the backseat for hotshots is it considered a sleeper berth

[@LoadMizer]

It’s not legally a sleeper berth without modifications. You can sleep in the truck though. I made a video explaining it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmivZGlpedimfKs

[@joeladame3974]

Ok you say its not DOT approved, so when exactly do you use it then? Sorry im new to all this and trying to learn.

[@LoadMizer]

It’s not approved to log sleeper berth. It’s legal to sleep in the truck you just have to log off duty. Basically you just can’t team or split log. 👍

[@pacny]

my 99 f350 the back seat folding into a bed

[@Montoya1991]

Nice setup but beign otr is hard enough as it is, a semi truck isnt much more expensive with the prices of diesel pick up these days

[@DroptineTrans]

Do you run the truck the whole time your out like a big truck or do you think some sort of generator setup would work?

[@LoadMizer]

I try to keep it turned off as much as I can but I idle it when I’m sleeping. It runs almost all day during the summer though. Just really depends on where I’m at and what I’m doing. A generator would come in handy for sure. Would save on fuel quite a bit. 👍

[@DroptineTrans]

Load Mizer yeah been trying to find a small AC unit that my Gen could run and fit in the truck and run the exhaust outside... then get a couple of different carbon monoxide detectors for inside the cab ... I’ve seen it done in big trucks.... the AC size is the problem

[@LoadMizer]

Jason's Outdoor Channel yeah man the crazy thing is getting one small enough but it seems like the tiny ones that are made for that are insanely priced. Seems like they try to trap the market like that. Just like the factory fridge in my semi was over $700 new. I can buy an 18 cubic foot fridge for a house cheaper than that! Lol

[@DroptineTrans]

Load Mizer yeah you right definitely price gouging ... seems like you could rig something up..... ima keep researching. You doing some great video’s man thanks for everything!

[@LoadMizer]

Jason's Outdoor Channel I appreciate that man. Unfortunately in my situation I don’t really have to worry about truck longevity and reliability since I use the enterprise program and get a new truck every 60k. I’d be doing a few things a lot differently if that was the case. 👍

[@ronniereyes2841]

Do you sleep with a fan or how do you do it during the summer

[@LoadMizer]

Depends on the temperature really. Most nights I idle though.

[@ronniereyes2841]

@LoadMizer I try that but I feel like the engine is goona breakdown sooner what fan do u have ??

[@demulatowiththeheat7664]

Do you or can you idle the truck ? I have a 2021 dodge ram 2500 or any advice its too hot

[@LoadMizer]

I idle pretty much every night I’m out unless the outside temp is perfect (spring/fall). I’ve heard it’s not good for the dpf system but I’ve been driving trucks with dpf systems on them since they became mandatory and have never had any issues minus a doser injector or 2. Same guys setup a generator and portable a/c as a substitute for idling the truck.

[@demulatowiththeheat7664]

@@LoadMizer thanks for the info brother. Be safe out there

[@HadokenSWTOR]

Do you have a link to enterprise rental for your truck?

[@LoadMizer]

I do but I’ve been asked by enterprise not to send any new entrants their way until the truck order situation gets under control. Last I heard it’ll be sometime this winter.

[@HadokenSWTOR]

@@LoadMizer Then is there another company you can refer me too? I think leasing might be a better option right now than buying.

[@gonzalezleobardo7347]

I removed those seats for a better space😎👍

[@barntt]

Never work for me, 6ft 2 inches and I Got to be able to stretch out or get leg cramps!

[@james-ew6wj]

Me too dude. I'm better off reclining the front seat but that's not comfy either.

[@tonyblake642]

Great if you are under 5'2".

[@carolinagoldbug983]

They got these places that'll let you sleep there and grab a shower.....and even throw in some free cable TV.....all along the roads and highways.......😁

[@LoadMizer]

Carolina Gold Bug lol I go hard when I’m on the road. I relax and hit the comfort zone at the house. I sleep great in the truck though. I never sleep good in hotels.

[@carolinagoldbug983]

@@LoadMizer Thanks for taking it as the joke it was. I could see sometimes picking a hidey-hole somewhere and just crawling in back. But depending on how long the run(s) was before I got back home, I'd HAVE to hit a regular bed and grab a hot shower. I know, I know......$$$$$.......Different angles to this, but nice to have a solid backboard for sleeping. Your setup looked solid and ya can't argue with 8" of memory foam..lol. The 62" kind of sucks. Be nice to be able to stretch out.

[@LoadMizer]

Carolina Gold Bug haha yeah man you just gotta find the right way to lay down back there. I’m 6’ 1” so I have to lay at an angle which works for me since I’m a side sleeper. I grab showers throughout the day at truck stops generally during off hours when the showers actually have time to be clean. 👍

[@muslimmedic]

I know it’s an Enterprise rental but do you prefer Fords over Rams?

[@LoadMizer]

For this job, yes I do. The fords are set up better in every way for hotshot compared to the rams

[@muslimmedic]

@@LoadMizer Thanks! I’ve learned so much from all of your videos. How do you feel about an F350 single rear wheel as personal everyday vehicle/hotshot rig?

[@julianni619]

Are you CDL with enterprise? If I get enterprise truck how do i get 35k sticker?

[@LoadMizer]

Yes I am. You’ll need to check with your state first because there are a couple that won’t let you register. But all you’ll need is front and back copy of the title from enterprise and you’ll just register it in your name for apportioned plates and when you turn the truck in you’ll just mail back the plate and registration or transfer to the new truck. It’s actually pretty easy once you figure out the process.

[@cowmanranch]

Is that d.o.t approved tho? I know there are some set must be's but not sure what they are.

[@LoadMizer]

Not for sleeper berth, you can log off duty though. Just can’t team or split log

[@cowmanranch]

@@LoadMizer so if your stopped you can sleep there and reset hours? I'm getting ready start hotshoting local/regional. I was o/o tractor trailer for 12 years. Back seat I could drive 11hrs sleep parked for 10hrs and then drive again? But wife couldn't sleep while I drive then drive?