Adam's 2005 4runner Modular Drawer System - Initial Planning & Build thread

[AxleIke]

Very cool set up. I've debated drawers in my 4runner for a long time.

In the Land Cruisers, the rear seats tumble, meaing that when the backs are down, but not tumbled forward, you can have a nice platform for carrying things with the correct height drawers (works awesome).

However, in the 4runners, with the flip and fold style, with drawers, you lose the ability to carrying long objects on a reasonably flat surface. I suppose with a pickup or a trailer, you can overcome this, but since my 4runner is my only real "haul" vehicle, I haven't found a drawer system that can address that issue. Do you have any plans for an "extending" platform? Something to go over the seats?

 

[slomatt]

Very cool set up. I've debated drawers in my 4runner for a long time.

In the Land Cruisers, the rear seats tumble, meaing that when the backs are down, but not tumbled forward, you can have a nice platform for carrying things with the correct height drawers (works awesome).

However, in the 4runners, with the flip and fold style, with drawers, you lose the ability to carrying long objects on a reasonably flat surface. I suppose with a pickup or a trailer, you can overcome this, but since my 4runner is my only real "haul" vehicle, I haven't found a drawer system that can address that issue. Do you have any plans for an "extending" platform? Something to go over the seats?

We designed Adam's system so that it is fairly easy to remove the two center boxes, just a few bolts. On my drawer system I built a platform that extends over the rear seat so I can sleep in the truck.

- Matt

 

[AxleIke]

We designed Adam's system so that it is fairly easy to remove the two center boxes, just a few bolts. On my drawer system I built a platform that extends over the rear seat so I can sleep in the truck.

- Matt

Nice!

 

[4loco]

Any updates on the drawer system? I've been researching a ton to build by 09 4Runner drawers. These look like the exact height I need to carry my dog crate with my cooler next to it!

 

[bagelsjustbagels]

Any updates on the drawer system? I've been researching a ton to build by 09 4Runner drawers. These look like the exact height I need to carry my dog crate with my cooler next to it!

Its all being prepped now and should be done in the coming weeks. We're thinking of doing a CNC precut kit for the weekend DIY-er, and maybe some blueprint kits with cut instructions for person with some time on their hands.

 

[bagelsjustbagels]

90% of the way there boys! :wings::sombrero::Wow1:

Any Feedback or things the community would like to see improved upon would be much appreciated!

 

[bagelsjustbagels]

Looks fantastic. What is the hinge under the lift-up table called? I'm in the process of building something very similar and would love to do the same lift-up table idea.

Also curious to know what stove that is.

// edit - found a similar hinge: https://www.amazon.com/Mechanism-Hardware-Fitting-Furniture-Mounting/dp/B00LV4W4NU

Thanks! Its a Partner Steel stove.

 

[Whaler]

really sharp. well done. I like the lift-up interior drawer top idea a lot.

 

[Redman333]

What hinge is that for the lift up drawer top


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[bagelsjustbagels]

What hinge is that for the lift up drawer top


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Amazon find -lift top hinge.

Thanks for the feedback and compliments guys. Any other feedback would be much appreciated!

 

[Redman333]

Amazon find -lift top hinge.

Thanks for the feedback and compliments guys. Any other feedback would be much appreciated!

Thanks. What's the reason for two locks on the passenger side bottom drawer.


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[Yuke]

Will the stove rattle like crazy?

 

[bagelsjustbagels]

Thanks. What's the reason for two locks on the passenger side bottom drawer.
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Two locks creates rigidity, but also, I was unable to order that length without two locks!

Will the stove rattle like crazy?

Nope, And I plan to either industrial-velcro it down, or use a couple screws and T-nuts to secure it into place.

Is there room to attach a paper-towel roll to the bottom of that lift-up table (when it's open)? I can see that being useful.

Thats the plan, but only if it doesnt interfere with usability. I want it to have some utility, rather than being in a hard place to reach. I plan to add motion sensing lights to the bottom of the cutting board, so not too sure if I want the papertowels to get in the way.

 

[Redman333]

Hmm I think I'd rather have only one lock so that the drawer can be opened with one hand.


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[bagelsjustbagels]

I went camping to test the drawers. some adjustments & finishing touches needed and dual battery still needs to be put in.

Enjoy!