Jeep Gladiator Truck Bed Drawer System by DECKED for WAYALIFE EVO Overland Build

One of the last and maybe bets mods we installed on our Jeep JT Gladiator before heading out to the Nitto JL/JT Experience was something that would help us to store, organize and keep all the gear in the back of truck bed, dry and secure. I am of course talking about a DECKED Truck Bed Storage System and with two long and waterproof drawers that can hold 200 lbs. of gear a piece and a low profile deck that will still allow you to carry even more stuff up on top, this thing is totally BADASS! Of course, one of the best parts about DECKED is that it's MADE IN THE USA! In this short video, you'll get to see just how easy it was for us to install. We hope you enjoy.
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[@rickwatson1000]

Owned a DECKED system for the last 3 years, one of the best I have found. Remember not to over tighten the J hooks.

[@toddkelly75]

Thanks yet again Eddie. Just install decked system in my JT. Used your channel exclusively. Had everything I needed laid out and didn’t really need the instructions since I watched this three times while waiting for delivery. Always well done sir!

[@wayalife]

Awesome to know that our video was able to help you out 👍

[@liljuggala]

I fully enjoyed this. All the information you shared with respect to bit size and reminding people not to tighten down bolts until everything is in place was great. And then going back to show why you did that, to further assist with committing that information to memory. It is far too easy to overlook the little things. Great video. Side note; that old school jeep looked fantastic.

[@wayalife]

Awesome! Truly flattered you would say as much. Thank you :)

[@charlesbochar8681]

Not even a Jeep owner. I actually own a 4Runner and this channel and content is really good. I continue to watch!

[@wayalife]

Flattered to hear you say as much. 4Runners are real nice rigs and it's what I used to wheel back in the day.

[@808touge]

Next vid should be your recommendations on what to put in them. Trail gear and safety stuff 🤙🏽

[@wayalife]

I hope to do just that after we get back from the JL/JT Experience.

[@seanpereira6961]

Beers dude, beers. Exploit the waterproofiness!

[@vmcc9070]

I would love to have a Gladiator just to install one of those. Some day. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed seeing this :)

[@randylong4051]

Got mine installed and I gotta hand it to you watching your video before I installed this made it a lot better.

[@wayalife]

Awesome, glad to hear it :)

[@lachumbley]

I never liked Gladiators until I watched this build. So sick!

[@wayalife]

LOL - they do look better like this :)

[@lightning4871]

Excellent job of narration for this install.

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@Joe-Markus]

I agree!

[@corgily]

Thanks for the video. I was actually surprised watching you assemble it how much space the whole drawer system takes. I totally like the idea of water proofing, and locking, and organization but wow.

[@wayalife]

I dunno, we're able to safely and securely store all the things we need in the drawers and ammo cans and with room to spare. The drawers make it easy to access everything too and the best part is, we can carry a ton more gear on TOP of the deck as well.

[@hardknocks6437]

WOW!!! SOME ASSEMBLY REQUIRED!!!

[@richardmain8059]

Looks like a great method to protect from snow, rain and keep tools, groceries or whatever your storing accessible.

[@wayalife]

We're happy with it :)

[@rayteleng8744]

Love the progress. Can't wait to see it on the trails!

[@wayalife]

Awesome, hope to get you some by next week.

[@jonybgoode1]

once again,you do everything super sanitary..what a great addition to your truck...you will have years of enjoyment with that system...as fun as it is watching you with the install,its even more fun looking at all the classic jeeps in your shop...wow, jeep should use you and your beautiful classics as a commercial on the internet/TV..i'm 70 so I can really remember when just about everything in your shop,i saw running around town as a kid growing up...if I would of only known, lol,lol...most of those could of been bought for next to nothing,back in the day....great collection....

[@wayalife]

LOL - that's great and so glad you can appreciate some of our old Jeeps :)

[@Tester81]

I as many for sure always look forward to your teachings and videos. Thank you sooo much!

[@wayalife]

Glad to hear it :)

[@guidok3762]

Nice set up, the Gladiator is a real Overlander truck now 🇳🇱❤️🇺🇸✌️💪🥇😀

[@highwaykev4903]

The JT to me is a awesome overlanding vehicle. Despite what people said Jeep knew with the popularity of Overlanding rising it was a good build idea. This is why I want a JT is for the capability of overlanding and enjoyment of trails. I got a JK that I am building and it be good for overlanding and fun but difficult trails. Thanks for the videos and sharing your building process.

[@donaldcooley9758]

Thinking of buying a Gladiator, Thanks for the Demo!

[@nachovalenti]

Great improvement for your Gladiator,I love it. Congrats Eddie.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're pretty happy with this solution :)

[@stefanosemisa9288]

That’s amazing!!! Another beautiful video about that incredible Gladiator...!! I think it’s a really useful system to store stuff on the rear of the truck... brilliant management of the spaces... I love it!

[@wayalife]

Glad to hear you like what you see :)

[@BigDThatsMe]

1. Rusty frigging rocks. 2. I saw a white Jeepster Commando. I had a 69 Commando, and it was a badass. 3. I saw a CJ, I had a 77 CJ , and yup, it was also a badass, especially since it had a 350 stuffed in it. Right on man.

[@wayalife]

LOL - very cool :)

[@KaptenInsano]

Got my decked system coming Monday for my Mojave. Awesome vid.

[@nix4644]

I don't off road and will never use this or any other off road stuff, but I have to say your editing was top notch. Well done. For some reason I found it very satisfying when you got it all done :)

[@wayalife]

LOL - why thank you. We're so glad you enjoyed it :)

[@Clark3406]

Insane Jeep. I’m absolutely jealous and excited to see it work.

[@wayalife]

Awesome :)

[@robleal5769]

Excellent video! It was very thorough and had great camera work. I actually just ordered a decked system for my older Ford F-350 yesterday and look forward to getting and installing it. Although for a different vehicle, your video showed me what to expect. Thanks BTW, loved the older Jeep truck too. It reminded me of one we had when we grew up.

[@wayalife]

Awesome, thank you and glad that we could be of help to you.

[@Frostytravels]

Great video, my Gladiator should arrive in 2 weeks, and Decked is the way to go. Great install, thanks for this video. Also the plug pigtail was a great tip.

[@robwhigham1717]

My JT Mojave!

[@bobbyrob2008]

Love it....Awesome GT & Storage....We love this whole build, thanks! 👍🍻

[@wayalife]

Thanks! Glad you like what you see :)

[@randylong8156]

Thanks to this video I purchased this setup for my new JT max tow.

[@wayalife]

Great to hear!

[@BottleJackBuddy]

Nice install!

[@Magilla480]

Wife watched this with me and liked it so there's that approval done and out the way! 😂 great content once again! Only suggestion I'd have is some basic weatherproofing around the edges to minimize mud and water from finding its way underneath all that on your trips. 🤙

[@BFord-ho3pq]

I don't know how I found this channel, but I really like your content and style of presentation. Keep it up!!!

[@wayalife]

Thank you. We're so glad you found us and hope you're a subscriber now :)

[@Joe-Markus]

totally agree! Giving me great ideas for my channel!

[@charlesconnor1737]

Just a word of advice ... I deliver all kinds of stuff like this ... if you met the driver with your truck he could have lowered it right into your truck from him... good on you for helping him push it through the gravel, most of my customers stand and watch ... sorry rant over , love your vids... awesome rig I’m waiting for the diesel and I will be purchasing mine can’t wait... 😊

[@wayalife]

LOL - hindsight is 20/20. We thought about that only after the fact.

[@OnMyMemoryCard]

For me organized & compartmentalized is worth the minimal weight & space loss, it may even be space gain through organization.

[@wayalife]

We're on the same page :)

[@toddwoolston5900]

@@wayalife Me too

[@peterf.4268]

Somewhat new to the channel...SWEET collections of Jeeps. I've seen a couple in previous vids, but hadn't seen your old Jeep pickup. She's a beaut!

[@jamestait3507]

I love the decked system we used to installed these all the time on chevys and gmc at our dealership it’s an awesome product and excellent quality

[@wayalife]

Pretty impressed with it :)

[@jamestait3507]

I wish they would make a small system for the back of a jku and jlu

[@Rushingman_]

A video of your property would be amazing, looks like a lot of fun can be had there.

[@gangannicus5926]

Thank you for the video very informative and well put together i liked and subscribed cant wait to watch all your other jeep gladiator cheers!!

[@wayalife]

Awesome, thank you!

[@kevspss]

Good looking box.

[@wayalife]

We think so :)

[@joeverastegui8399]

Super nice and smart upgrade. Looks like it is well engineered and well built. Very nice choice. Also you did a very good tutorial as usual.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Glad you like what you see as well as the video we made of it :)

[@kourgath007]

That drawer system is a must have IMO. Thanks for the video. Really debating trading in my 17 JKU for this!

[@wayalife]

Glad we could share this with you :)

[@hughwolfe1176]

Just recently started watching Jeep videos including your channel. Trying to learn prior to purchasing my first Jeep. Tats an amazing “garage” and collection of vehicles you have there.

[@wayalife]

Thanks! Glad you like our collection :)

[@Joe-Markus]

What kind of jeep are you thinking of getting?

[@williamcardona1450]

You made that install look so simple great job

[@wayalife]

Awesome, glad to hear it :)

[@chuckzechman7390]

Always good to be able to haul more "stuff". One of the Jeep Concepts in Moab at EJS was "Decked". It is really a cool system and should work well. That Milwaukee earned it's keep today. Looking forward to some Overlanding adventures. We'll be watching for you in the Northeast. Safe Travels and God Bless Brother!

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@timecode407]

Great video, nice use of natural sound. Good job editing.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@BellaviaSigns]

ordering Mine for our work truck NOW. Thanks for the video

[@wayalife]

Awesome!

[@Valen-tc9gf]

Mannn you made that look good! Well done! Props to Off Road Evolution they also executed to perfection. Everything is what it’s supposed to be. Unstoppable? #Unstoppable! 👍☠️🤠

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@jaymanxxxx]

I like the deck part, but you have lost a lot of space after install. it's the same reason i'm not putting a storage system in my 2dr, anyway I do it, it adds weight and lose space. having a 2dr space and weight are at premium. don't get me wrong it looks good for securing your stuff.

[@Th3unknownuser111]

Once you add a rack you make up for the lost space. Same goes for a camper shell... You make up for the missing space.

[@wayalife]

After we install a RTT, we plan on strapping our spare on top of the deck. Without it, our spare would sit in the bed and we'd lose most of our storage space. While SOME space has been lost, it's FAR from the "lots" you seem to think. We're able to carry all the gear we would normally carry in our Wrangler PLUS have room to spare. But then, you can believe what you want. :)

[@Malc664]

@@wayalife Ultimately it's not for everyone, but there are those that can and will use it.

[@wayalife]

@@jacksonsmith4522 LOL - you're being very defensive. Don't like what you see, DON'T BUY IT. I honestly couldn't care less. :)

[@casey3057]

Jackson Smith except this isn’t a sponsored video. Unless of course you mean sponsored by their own wallets then I guess it could be. Either way, I think you’re confusing being defensive with countering your opinion with actual real world data and facts, cuz, I dunno you probably weren’t actually there during the install.

[@michaelkeller2481]

Excellent job. Well built, well explained.

[@wayalife]

Thank you. Glad to hear our video was informative and helpful to you :)

[@AndrewTurner251]

That’s a really nice deck system, with all the mods that gladiator is going to be a fun overland or trail vehicle.

[@wayalife]

Thanks! We're pretty happy with the way things are coming together.

[@farim7881]

Jeep's Accessories is like "a Never Ending Story...."

[@wayalife]

LOL - so true.

[@fabienmattar]

This thing is amazing!!!

[@wayalife]

Glad you like what you see :)

[@seanpereira6961]

Had mine for about a year, you won't necessarily use the feature, but can take a ton on the back (more than the ute can, a Nissan Navara NP300, like your Frontiers, but later model) and you can load any kind of mess on it and it washes off without encroaching into the drawers. Everyone thinks mud, which is usually stuck to the off-road go kart, but I often lug around rolls of fibreglass fireproofing blanket, and man, you know real fast if those fibres find their way into camping gear (that lives in my narrower drawer full time). Never had an ingress issue with either.

[@OffGridAdventures7]

what a great idea for tools and such. awesome thanks for sharing

[@wayalife]

Glad to hear you found our video to be informative.

[@jimflanagan6029]

Great job , I would not have the balls to do that by myself, you da man .

[@rachelwhite4449]

Nice solution, looks great too!

[@wayalife]

Thanks Rachel :)

[@jamesstone7689]

I have a serious case of Jeep envy. Look at all those Jeeps

[@wayalife]

LOL - took a long time to get them all :)

[@williamch8738]

This paired with a topper would probably be perfect

[@ariefpanggabean5622]

Love the progres mantaaapp brother.

[@troyli31]

This is super!

[@robwhigham1717]

Fantastic video...decked is on my list

[@wayalife]

Good choice!

[@timsr.6706]

you got all the neat stuff.....no fair !!!!!!

[@wayalife]

LOL - been working a long time and saving up for just as long to get it all :)

[@RKmndo]

If this can support the weight of a quad or 2 dirtbikes/dualsports, these drawers have seemed like a great product since I saw a system in the Gladiator at the auto show. The show person didn't know the weight capacity when I asked. For those who still want a deep bed, sides can be built up, see-thru or not. For even more stowage, a roofrack and top box/bag can offer HUGE capacity for this little crewcab.

[@jmsuitter5]

nice and purpose built looking forward to pics or a video of your final load out and how it differs from you JL or JK pack up and load out i think that you be a neat all be it short video

[@wayalife]

we'll try to work on something like that.

[@Joe-Markus]

Awesome video! I'm considering buying one for my gladiator now.....

[@wayalife]

Glad we could be of help :)

[@theirthereandtheyre2947]

What they should make is Ram Box style beds for other makes of pickups.

[@MichaelVician]

Slick setup!

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@armandocruz2335]

Pretty awesome thinking of getting me one!

[@wayalife]

Very cool :)

[@Joe-Markus]

Same here! do you have a gladiator as well?

[@robwhigham1717]

Man, I love your place!

[@jgarcia251985]

Looks good guys . Can't wait to see what roof tent you guys choice.

[@wayalife]

Thanks! Hope to get that figured out after this trip.

[@patb9375]

When you wanted to slide the box into the old jeep if you had a piece of plywood under the box and some cardboard in the bed to slide it helps a lot. I leave some thicker cardboard in the bed under a board since I end up moving junk for people. They always want to use my truck but never seem to want to let me use their sports cars.

[@Th3unknownuser111]

You'll really enjoy that decked system. I have one for my 2018 Tacoma. Just keep in mind that things often shift and move around. I had a screw driver prop up vertically in the drawer and couldn't open it. I had to take the top half off to get the screw driver out.

[@wayalife]

LOL - I have all my tools in the tool box or wrapped up so hopefully, that won't be an issue.

[@Th3unknownuser111]

@@Future-Preps35 I was on the Rubicon when I needed my tools and I ended up putting the box back in. Realized I had a screwdriver in my pocket. Decided I would just place it inside the decked until we got to camp. Never thought it would get stuck like that. I have a buddy that had a similar thing happen with a bag of tent pegs... Start going over whoops at 40mph and things move no matter what.

[@franciscovasquez4555]

Great set up

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@dantheman9395]

Completely awesome

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@stevetabor4447]

That’s a cool system water proof an dust proof she’s looking good curious on your ride home from evo how she do on highway awesome I’m sure as always be safe

[@bigbird19780]

Ok i want one!!! Thats awesome!!!

[@wayalife]

Cool :)

[@gilbertarnold8666]

Great video thank you!

[@wayalife]

Glad we could share this with you :)

[@6burgh4817]

A box, in a box....in a box! Love it! 👍🤘👊🤙👌✌ #OlllllllO #ItsAJeepThing #JeepWave #Winning

[@anthonyprice693]

Thanks for a awesome video

[@wayalife]

You bet! Glad we could share it with you :)

[@nivaldosl]

Thanks for the video

[@wayalife]

You bet! Glad you liked it :)

[@patb9375]

Looks nice if it last will be the test. You should put some dielectric grease on the plug you put in to keep it from getting water in by the prongs,etc. Smart idea to extend it out. You gain some ability especially can put long items in it like fishing pole, but you loose so much of the bed capacity. It will also make it easier grabbing something over the side as the bed floor is higher up.

[@stonewp]

I’m torn. Kinda love it, kinda think it wastes a ton of space.

[@kourgath007]

I owned a truck for more than 13 years and rarely needed all of that space mainly because of security concerns. This system would enable me to make the "space" work for me year round.

[@randomtvninja]

@@Jamon77 you can put weight on top of the box, so I don't really see that as losing the bed tbh.

[@dobrzpe]

@@randomtvninja yea, that is a good point...

[@djrobstarrcom]

Yes, its wasting a lot of space, and the end of the Drawer is useless and hard to get stuff in there,... the insert boxes makes it even smaller... plastic is easy but crapy

[@GSXRKLLR]

This gentleman knows how to do a lawn!

[@Whiteandsonsgarage]

Dam that is nice, so inspiring for me to build my own one one day

[@Whiteandsonsgarage]

leighhl the amount of work that had to been done and the kind of work, you would want a true professional doing it

[@Whiteandsonsgarage]

leighhl definitely more fun to do it your self, I wouldn’t trust my self cutting up a new JT and welding on new parts

[@Tru3Wilderness]

Decked out! Lol Eddy next install video a mini gym right next to the JK hahaha

[@onlythewise1]

thanks for the information

[@wayalife]

You bet! :)

[@nodoze]

I got the decked for my JT, promptly sold it as it took up waaay too much bed space. Drawers just aren't deep enough to hold anything worth a crap.

[@wayalife]

LOL - clearly, it's not for everyone.

[@blackpowderenergy]

yeah i was looking at one used on facebook for my personal work truck and i was like this things kind of stupid and i can spend half the money and 10 hours of my time and have something way better the guy selling the box on facebook didnt like me offering him 400 bucks for it but thats what its worth to me

[@fastfed]

saw the trump sticker... subscribed :)

[@LonnieHutchinson90]

Nice LEGO set !!!

[@terryderush7066]

At first I don't know. But now it looks good.

[@GoatOffroad]

Most amazing build for your Unicorn! Love living vicariously through y’all!! Love seeing the old iron pulled out of the shop! ❤️🐞

[@wayalife]

LOL - thank you :)

[@shanemartinson5006]

Pretty damn cool

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@treypelham5515]

Nice Jeep truck, nice mods, and nice Flag and Trump sign! KAG2020! (Subscribed)

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@stuntlife66]

People are saying that you lost all the space of the bed but essentially you have a flatbed now on top of those drawers 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@wayalife]

Glad you see it the same way :)

[@jeffreyboucher344]

Not bad - Now imagine if that whole system was flush with the bed, like a bed cover. More space, without wasting space, and not so complicated. All-in-all 7/10 rating, would recommend for long haulers.

[@wayalife]

I'm sure it's just me but I'm really happy that it doesn't go all the way up as I now have sides that help to hold more gear in place that I strap to the top of the deck.

[@gregellingson7584]

Stop, you are making me want a JT! Haha. Nice build

[@Whiteandsonsgarage]

Greg Ellingson I think you should get one

[@gregellingson7584]

CHEAP JEEPER I’m only 7 months in with my 2019 JLUR build

[@stanleybeauplan6765]

I need a half bed on this I love it for my gladiator

[@gavinoelrich8882]

Awasome. Wish this was available in South Africa

[@Jose14175]

Man, this thing took the entire room of your back truck.

[@wayalife]

And, now I can secure all my gear INSIDE of it, conveniently access it and lock it up all safe and secure. It's been awesome and the best part is, I can still carry a ton of gear on TOP of it :)

[@tokinjoker6131]

you are building my dream truck

[@wayalife]

Awesome :)