TRUCK CAB SHELVES + STORAGE! (Custom Truck Access Cab Wooden Shelves/Toyota Tacoma '10 DIY Storage)

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TRUCK CAB SHELVES + STORAGE! (Custom Truck Access Cab Wooden Shelves/Toyota Tacoma '10 DIY Storage)
I'm preparing to take my show out on the road more often. So, I wanted to upgrade the storage in my Toyota Tacoma '10 with some DIY Storage wooden shelving. This short video will show you my process!
Trucks with access cabs are notoriously hard to transport extra passengers in. But, all that room back there is perfect for shelves + storage! You just need some custom wooden shelves.
I used b/c pine ply to create a three-tier storage system. I avoided making a lot of small compartments, and instead used large open compartments that I can slide big containers in and out of.
The entire wooden shelves assembly is secured to the back wall of the truck cab with self-tapping screws. I went sure they drove directly into sheet metal ribs.
Pre-molded plastic storage in the truck cab is still available. The wooden shelves jump over the spaces and provide clearance to still get things in and out of them, like the truck jack.
I'm mostly going to be carrying camping gear, but I will also keep some tools in the truck full time.
All told, materials came to about $35 or $40 dollars, including Titebond 2 wood glue, and some brad nails.
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Excellent idea. I can count on less than ten occasions over the years that I used the rear seats for passengers. Can't wait to see what you do with the bed.

[@aaronbruinsma7072]

I built a whole custom shelving system behind the seats of my former work truck. It was a 2007 Toyota Tundra single cab long box. For a regular cab the Tundra has a decent amount of space behind the seats. I wasn't able to store my tools in the bed since I needed the space for materials. It took me a while to get it all configured and assembled but once it was in place it made my life so much easier. My colleagues were always impress at how many tools I could carry with me. I even installed valance lighting and a power inverter.

[@Tomasello3]

Would love to see how you sort out the bed loaded with tools!

[@arrzfr]

Maybe consider a vertical retaining net from the auto parts store to secure the stuff on the upper shelf and keep it from shooting through the windshield if you have to slam the brakes.

[@tree01house]

I like your Occidental Leather tool belt, now I know you're a serious builder. Good Job!!!

[@caskwith]

That's a great idea, simple, functional and it doesn't involve modifying the vehicle. I did a similar thing with the storage bins in my estate car. I wanted some storage in there similar to the drawers I see people put in truck beds but I didn't want to modify the vehicle. I found 3 shallow storage bins that fit perfectly in the boot (trunk), they act as my drawers and then I cut a snug fitting shelf that sits on top. Works great and can all be removed in about 2 minutes.

[@SwanDude33]

Thanks for this , is exactly the truck I have and is what I am gonna do, slight mod to top shelf (only going halfway)..well done

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thanks, Swan! I’ve still got it this way 🙂

[@andyprairiedog]

"Like" #1000 YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thinking of doing this to my F350 Crew Cab. I work alone most times, dont need the seat back there, can't wait to do this.

[@arth.4196]

Ethan. I just threw my stuff in and used the back for extras. I wish I'd thought of this when I started doing woodwork as a hobby in 2015. Now that I've got a regular partime business I can do this in my x-cab lol

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Some extra shelving never hurts! 😆

[@vinhha6073]

Nice bro.. 👍.. I had 2011 Ranger .. I will do something like that..!! 👌🏻

[@michaelosmon]

I just got another truck with a crew cab, so I want to get my tools out of my real nice new truck. I'm thinking something similar to this, but a big "hole" accessed from the top for extra clothes and whatnot and I'm mounting a 26" snap on box facing the passenger rear door, the hole will be right behind the toolbox and the top & bottom be full width. But I like what you've done, you've certainly inspired me. Appreciate ya

[@ronmack1767]

Enjoyed the video Ethan. Looking forward to seeing the bed of your truck conversion. Y'all take care and God bless.

[@sandraanddelgray3180]

learn something every time I watch, thanks

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thanks Sandra!

[@mamaqueenk6278]

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[@maverickleadership6801]

Heck yeah dude. More of these, please!

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thanks Maverick! I’ve got some other ideas in mind 😁

[@rm5902]

Great. Video. Many. Thx

[@TheDrakanMaster124]

Ah getting ready to do some overlanding

[@carlosnava8485]

Nice! Great video. My two dogs hang out in the back of my access cab. I had to build a modular floor without removing much. Its a 2017 so no seats. Thanks again.

[@brieslew]

Really like the angles cutout for access.

[@COShea-iw6ii]

Definitely appreciate seeing what's possible. Those jumpseats, other than pinning in my extra ball caps... useless.

[@martharetallick204]

Very timely. I just finished remodeling my toolshed.

[@danferrel9612]

I've got a 96 Tacoma and your seats look heavenly compared to the seats that thing has in the back. The dog doesn't even like to sit back there... yet.

[@c.j.deyoungiii2704]

Cool! Thanks man!

[@johnmarling5408]

Nice, I would like to do this in my Tacoma

[@bowhunting1013]

I will be making something like that , thanks for sharing

[@SuperChris1919]

I like it looks good I have a Toyota Tacoma similar backspace

[@saragould5988]

Love this build. I have the exact same truck an would really like to tackle this project. I have very little carpentry skills... would you mind sharing the measurements of the build. Would appreciate it. ~Sara from Seattle

[@CesarMartinez-br5qu]

I like this a lot man

[@MrJEEPJT]

The previous generation Tacoma’s the “SR” models were available with a “UTILTY-DELETE” option which meant they came from the factory without those “USELESS” rear seats delete rear speakers and seatbelts price was $1,700 less. However you were locked in to the 2.7 “4” cylinder engine. 🧐🧐🧐 quite frankly all of the the manufacturers of the smaller pickup trucks in access cab models no matter how expensive the trim levels they should all offer a utility delete option

[@jimcooney9019]

thanks for the video

[@andersonsidney69]

love it looking forward to next part

[@Couture.m]

Thanks for sharing

[@tigerz4487]

thank you for nice video

[@noreenjames1392]

That video was fun to watch. 😀

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thanks! 😆

[@lawdog516]

Great review, thanks Ethan

[@davidmayorga1048]

Pardon the pun... you nailed it!! This is exactly the video I was looking for. Thank you for sharing this with us. One question, did you secure the vertical supports to the floor? I want to do this so my dog doesnt have to ride in the front seat with us while traveling.

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thanks David! Mine legs aren’t fastened down, but they could be self-tap screwed into the floor pretty easily I believe.

[@jefftaylor947]

Nice! I just bought a drawer system for the bed of my Tacoma. Found it for $50 on FB marketplace locally, and couldn't have bought the materials for that.

[@davidmayorga1048]

Jeff, hello. I am interested in the drawer system you bought to complete this remodel. Do you have pics? Thanks. David

[@jefftaylor947]

@@davidmayorga1048 Hey David - I don't have any of that loaded to KZbin, however I can make a quick video and get it posted in the next couple of weeks.

[@snort455]

Great video

[@joejr9653]

Makes good use of space. Could hold bunch of tools for working out of.

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Very true Joe. My work van had a lot of similar shelves.

[@petersallander2455]

Very cool great idea

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

Thank Peter!

[@vincentwesolowski459]

Did you get another vehicle to transport the family?

[@mariogg3057]

👍 very cool

[@THECutto]

Did rhe conversion add to the overall weight of the ute?

[@1sttigertiger426]

I'm concerned the wood can splinter or pierce into you during a collision. Plastic will flex and crack without splintering into something sharp.

[@gerrygadget]

Yeah, a shelf edge might be a good idea behind the seat. I also noted stuff on top shelf isn't tied down. Holes in shelf for bungee or D rings for tie downs would be a good idea, don't want that stuff to launch if in an accident. Maybe the shelf edge could also have a lip to help things not slide.

[@marmaladesunrise]

Interesting.

[@jasonjayalap]

I wonder what fun thing you could do with the seats.

[@edlong9402]

just place them in TRASH

[@nathantaylor9998]

My 07 didn't come with that center organizer in the beginning of the video.

[@mariogg3057]

👍🏼

[@lindafromidaho2932]

Is a brad nailer the same as a finish nailer?

[@TheHonestCarpenter]

It’s a type of finish nailer, Linda. But a Trim nailer shoots thicker nails, and that’s what people are often talking about when they say finish nailer.

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@@TheHonestCarpenter I've been thinking of getting one for simple tasks around the house. I also have to put up base boards throughout the house.

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@@lindafromidaho2932 I have a battery powered Robi very portable, adjustable depth of nail placement, USES larger finish nails. Bought on sale last fall.

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Thanks Quantum! I’m a big fan of all the above 😁

[@albertalbert7958]

People carry hard materials behind their car seats. If they are rear ended they get their spine severed.

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