Some wonderful comments! I did disconnect the battery and someone mentioned you should use a shunt.. Or better yet take the tailgate off. Thank you all for contributing and I'm so Thankful you are enjoying my hard work. Also I didn't realize this but if you have no cover you should add a seal.
Cool project, and you did a great job. Regarding the video itself, though, you raced through the important parts - I would have appreciated more discussion of the frame-in-frame design, for example - and lingered over the less important details. Everyone already knows how to spray paint, how to ruin the wife's blow dryer when she's not home, etc.
I didn't see anything to explain there it is a frame in a frame but I will try to improve in the future. In the meantime, I will post in the description to help as I can't go back lol.
That is brilliant! I’m a “Find storage in every little niche” kind of guy, and I love this idea. Just one word of advice: Get a patent or copyright or something on this. The auto manufacturers have probably already watched this and will be coming out with “new and improved” do-everything tailgates. The already have the steps and bells and whistles, so I don’t know why somebody hasn’t thought of this - till now! Good on you!
A patent attorney will usually charge between $8,000 and $10,000 for a patent application, but the cost can be higher. In most cases, you should budget between $15,000 and $20,000 to complete the patenting process for your invention.
Very nice! I've seen others do similar mods, but yours looks very sturdy and well thought out. Toying with the idea of doing similar on my old Tundra. Thanks for the video.
Cool idea. The only problem i see is that u didn't put any weather stripping along the edges of the opening. U might open that up one day and find it full of water and possibly get your wiring exposed to moisture
Good job, KC, it looks great. But I agree with you about cutting open the tailgate. Not in my truck, at least not by me... I just put a 7/16ths sheet of OSB on the bed, pinned two slats of OSB strips long enough to chock in a Rubbermaid Tote up against the forward bulkhead of the truck bed and the left side of the truck bed. I keep my cargo straps, 2" receiver hitch plug, jumper cables, and anything else I care to put in the Tote. Works well for me. This is not to denigrate your excellent work. Your tailgate adaptation looks fabulous. It's just that I decide to keep things very simple.
@@KCreations4You speaking of the ram 1500 side boxes on each side of the bed's of these rig's....... love to see more idea's on some one taking the boxes out of a junked or wrecked ram bed & re doing them in a better / newer bed in some way's......... cus them boxes only came certin yrs,. & certin model's of the ram truck's right.........??? THAT U KNOW OF THERE...... has any one taken the side boxes out of 1 bed & re-do them some how in another ram bed or any name brand bed side like chevy or ford or toyota.......?????
I have a 2013 ram 2500 5.7L. I was tempted and have been pondering an idea about expanding the storage of my rear seat, floorboard cubbyholes. I have my straps in there, but my kinetic rope barely fits behind the seat of the rear.
That is an awesome idea! I feel your pain on cutting into a brand new truck. I cut the bed of a brand new 2016 Ram 3500 dually for a B&W turnover ball gooseneck hitch, NERVE RACKING. Traded that truck in 2021 for a new Ram 2500 and put a B&W gooseneck hitch in that truck too, drilling that 4” hole didn’t get any easier! LOL Again, awesome idea and heck of a build. 👍🏼👍🏼
Man, this is awesome! I'm always on the lookout for more storage area for recovery gear and such in my single cab truck ... the commercial solution is : A - not for my year, and B - is $600 dollars .. wish I had welding skills but at least I have more ideas now, thanks 🙂
I think it could be done with rivets. I hope to do a three more storage video in the future but without channel growth its hard to do in a timely manner.
Very nice idea I will definitely do this to my tailgate. The only change to your design that I will make is adding weather stripping. Thnx for the outstanding video and idea.
This is my favorite tailgate storage build yet. I love how you used the original cut out as the lid. You also didn’t make a box to insert, just used the hole as storage but sort of made a box by sectioning off the area from the underneath with the foam. My only concern is how long will the foam last and is this water proof?
Thank You, It is not waterproof. I have had it get water in it when I hauled stuff when it was raining. Surprisingly it dried out fast in a day. I built this about a year before posting and it is still in great shape. I did apply more paint to it.
Absolutely! I use it all the time. I thought I used stainless hinges but somehow didn't so I would change that next time and if you don't have a cover of some sort a seal is recommended.
Really cool idea. I would consider some sort of padding on the bottom side so metal hooks, hitches and other things don't dent and transfer through on the outside of the tail gate. I could imagine pock marks and stuff transferring though
@@TheCapitanAmericano Sounds good, If you can't get a spare tailgate to work on you can look up tailgate parts diagram to get an idea of whats inside. Good Luck!
Thank youf ro sharing this KCreation ;) I bought an old Silverado and the tailgate is in great shape on the outside but apparently something hit it from the inside at high velocity and bent the tailgate to the point it is very difficult to open and close. I'm going to need to either find a way to straighten it or replace it. I was considering making a tailgate but I think I am going to do a hybrid with storage now. Basically, I'll make a tailgate that is a storage box with diamond plate lid but recess it into the skin if the original after it is relieved and straightened. Sort of like you have but the whole tailgate will be a storage box.
If you're scared don't be. Your paint colour is super common and those tailgates are available at a pick and pull for $100-$120 all day long. I'd have kept the brand new one in the basement and modified the junk yard one. Great idea though. Think I'll do something similar on my 4th gen.
It’s been 3 years, how about an honest update? I’d like to know how much water that sponge held and how deeply the metal parts of your straps wore into the door due to vibration. Thanks
Sure, If you check out my Facebook you can even see pictures. Rarely does water get in there as I don't drive around with my tailgate open and it dries out in about a day when I haul something in the rain with it open. The foam goes back to its original shape as stuff moves around. The door could use a rubber liner as stuff does rub the paint. I touched it up with paint once. There is no sign of it from the outside. The bad---I should have used stainless steel hinges and will replace them one day, There should be a rubber part on it to stop rubbing, and I love it would do it again!
yes...didn't they only come on certain yrs., & model's of the ram truck's....... love 2 see more video's on the ram bed side boxes here on u-tube......!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
sadly all of the metal you remove makes the tailgate that much weaker, yes i know there are supports but anytime you remove metal it weakens the over all structure of the part.
That's a great point. I have walked on it loaded 4 wheelers, zero turns, and a small tractor without issue so I guess it's strong enough for what I do.
So I’m not sure what the financial company has to do with modifying the truck that you own they loaned out money for you to buy the truck but it’s your truck
Yes loaning money for a vehicle or leasing a vehicle are two different things. When you lease it you definitely have to bring it back without mods. Or only mods that are made by the manufacturer or by company’s that are certified by the manufacturer. At least here in Germany it’s the case but both of you should be right😅👍🏼
You have to agree to your contents you know it must be some bad comments. Welding on the back of your truck wow I hope you disconnected your battery so that you fry your computer and your electronics, let’s not mention all of the sparks are molten metal, just saying.
Why would you need extra storage in a pickup truck, you have the whole box, the sides of the box if you have the storage option, don’t waste your money on storage in tailgate.
A lender has no say in what you do to or with the truck YOU own. They’ve loaned you money, not the truck. They can accept the truck as collateral in case you don’t pay, but it’s your truck until/unless you default.
@@davidbabcock5172 Nope, they just auction it and charge you the difference(usually in collections since you defaulted) from the amount you owe and what they sell it for. The only issues you cause yourself is owing more if you damage the vehicle or alter it and it sells for less at auction. Knowledge based on previous experience as a debt collector. Of course whatever contract you sign with the bank can have special terms that allow for them to collect in a multitude of ways, however they often use the boiler plate standard as its the simplest for them to recover funds with minimal cost.
Good creativity. Easy for us to be armchair posters. I only have two recommendations. 1. Get a tailgate from junkyard to hack on and save original when truck is sold or traded. 2. That can't be weather proof. But it's a great idea.
It doesn’t have to be weatherproof. The tailgates are not sealed to begin with and will drain any water they get in them. They are not made to keep water and dust out.
what sort of hinges did u use on the frame under the one piece lid of the hidden storage in the tailgate here............?????? didn't see that part well or where u got ' em from or any thing...... a close up view would be awesome plzzzzzz !!!!!!!
Quick tip when cutting it out don't use things that creates heat like a cut off wheel. This will heat up the metal causing spots for rust. Also I found out if you are getting a big load of wood you should get the straps out first. Luckily the forklift guy picked them up enough for me to get them out. 😃
Nice video. Might have to do that to my truck. I am an organization freak. I love any kind of cool storage. I have so much storage I need storage for my storage. Lol
This way, if you send the truck back at End of Lease, you still have a "Custom Tailgate, Make/Model for year: (years fit)" that you can sell on Ebay or whatever sale site happens to be best at the time.
@@laughinghyena001 Ow I see then you aren't violating your lease either. I know with how well it works I would have to put one on the next truck and the next. Ow you reminded me I should update my pined comment.
Dodge needs you to its team. My 2023 Rams Dually 3500 got nothing to hide…nothing to store. Dodge does not hire you or at least pay you for your ideas. My next Dually 3500 will be Chevy.
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Some wonderful comments! I did disconnect the battery and someone mentioned you should use a shunt.. Or better yet take the tailgate off. Thank you all for contributing and I'm so Thankful you are enjoying my hard work. Also I didn't realize this but if you have no cover you should add a seal.
Would also highly recommend eye, ear, and breathing protection against Aluminum particulates!
Good idea! I'm not sure what aluminum but good idea.
Cool project, and you did a great job. Regarding the video itself, though, you raced through the important parts - I would have appreciated more discussion of the frame-in-frame design, for example - and lingered over the less important details. Everyone already knows how to spray paint, how to ruin the wife's blow dryer when she's not home, etc.
I didn't see anything to explain there it is a frame in a frame but I will try to improve in the future. In the meantime, I will post in the description to help as I can't go back lol.
Good idea for an old truck. Bed boxes by the wheel area seems smarter.
If you prefer. I thought of doing both but would want to build those too.
That is brilliant! I’m a “Find storage in every little niche” kind of guy, and I love this idea. Just one word of advice: Get a patent or copyright or something on this. The auto manufacturers have probably already watched this and will be coming out with “new and improved” do-everything tailgates. The already have the steps and bells and whistles, so I don’t know why somebody hasn’t thought of this - till now! Good on you!
A patent attorney will usually charge between $8,000 and $10,000 for a patent application, but the cost can be higher. In most cases, you should budget between $15,000 and $20,000 to complete the patenting process for your invention.
You just gave up one of the best ideas I have ever seen!! Great job!!!👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Thank you
Very nice! I've seen others do similar mods, but yours looks very sturdy and well thought out. Toying with the idea of doing similar on my old Tundra. Thanks for the video.
Your welcome. I plan to do another storage concept when weather permits.
Cool idea. The only problem i see is that u didn't put any weather stripping along the edges of the opening. U might open that up one day and find it full of water and possibly get your wiring exposed to moisture
Good job, KC, it looks great. But I agree with you about cutting open the tailgate. Not in my truck, at least not by me... I just put a 7/16ths sheet of OSB on the bed, pinned two slats of OSB strips long enough to chock in a Rubbermaid Tote up against the forward bulkhead of the truck bed and the left side of the truck bed.
I keep my cargo straps, 2" receiver hitch plug, jumper cables, and anything else I care to put in the Tote. Works well for me.
This is not to denigrate your excellent work. Your tailgate adaptation looks fabulous. It's just that I decide to keep things very simple.
Great job. Thank you for sharing!
Good work there.🪛🔧🗜️
Thank you! 😀
really nicely done. so much room on trucks when you look at all the random nooks
Yas I wish I had the Ram side boxes too.
@@KCreations4You speaking of the ram 1500 side boxes on each side of the bed's of these rig's....... love to see more idea's on some one taking the boxes out of a junked or wrecked ram bed & re doing them in a better / newer bed in some way's......... cus them boxes only came certin yrs,. & certin model's of the ram truck's right.........??? THAT U KNOW OF THERE...... has any one taken the side boxes out of 1 bed & re-do them some how in another ram bed or any name brand bed side like chevy or ford or toyota.......?????
Well Done!!! Thank you for taking the time to share with us DIYers
You're awesome and you're welcome!
Nicely done! Looks great, functional, simple! I'm very impressed. Nice work my friend.
Thank you. I have a part two sorta that I'm working on. Not sure when It will be done but would love to see you still around then.
I have a 2013 ram 2500 5.7L. I was tempted and have been pondering an idea about expanding the storage of my rear seat, floorboard cubbyholes. I have my straps in there, but my kinetic rope barely fits behind the seat of the rear.
I like that idea of expanding the floor cubbies. I might look into that when the snow melts and dries up.
I wish you were either my friend or my neighbor. Excellent job !!
Well, I'm not moving but Always up for a new friend. Thank you for the encouragement.
That is an awesome idea!
I feel your pain on cutting into a brand new truck. I cut the bed of a brand new 2016 Ram 3500 dually for a B&W turnover ball gooseneck hitch, NERVE RACKING. Traded that truck in 2021 for a new Ram 2500 and put a B&W gooseneck hitch in that truck too, drilling that 4” hole didn’t get any easier! LOL
Again, awesome idea and heck of a build. 👍🏼👍🏼
That would be even more nerve-racking cause it would be harder to replace. Thank you!
Why not just order the truck with the Reese kit that Ram offers? I love mine.
@@TehButterflyEffect price and I don't think they have them for 2018s. Plus never seen one can I have a link?
Very nicely executed. You are very humble in that you made an error but did not edit it out. Instead, you showed how you corrected it.
Thank you Marshalle.s.5578. I am really glad you enjoyed it. I hope to have another video out soon.
Man, this is awesome! I'm always on the lookout for more storage area for recovery gear and such in my single cab truck ... the commercial solution is : A - not for my year, and B - is $600 dollars .. wish I had welding skills but at least I have more ideas now, thanks 🙂
I think it could be done with rivets. I hope to do a three more storage video in the future but without channel growth its hard to do in a timely manner.
Beautiful addition. Shame warranties lose value for anything not stock. That would increase the value if you ask me.
Agreed it's been 2 a few weeks and it's been really convenient.
Great build! Thanks for posting.
You're very welcome!
Very nice idea I will definitely do this to my tailgate. The only change to your design that I will make is adding weather stripping. Thnx for the outstanding video and idea.
I did have some water get in it when I had it down. I drained out when I shut it but I like your idea and I should do the same.
What a great project!!! Thanks for sharing?? It looks factory!!
Absolutely, I have another one for the truck in the works if it works.
cool idea
A lot of work for a little return. Why leave the frame on the truck to weld it?
I don't think so I absolutely love it and now its on the 2023 Chevy Colorado's. No more going up to the cab for everything done at the tailgate :)
That's an Amazing idea my friend.
Thank you outlaw. I'm happy you enjoyed it.
What a great idea and such a professional job, I might try this maybe
Thank you and I enjoy it every time I use it. Just remember the risks and take your time to plan it out.
This is my favorite tailgate storage build yet. I love how you used the original cut out as the lid. You also didn’t make a box to insert, just used the hole as storage but sort of made a box by sectioning off the area from the underneath with the foam. My only concern is how long will the foam last and is this water proof?
Thank You, It is not waterproof. I have had it get water in it when I hauled stuff when it was raining. Surprisingly it dried out fast in a day. I built this about a year before posting and it is still in great shape. I did apply more paint to it.
Nice job brother! 👍🏼
Thank you Thunderhammer!
Pretty gutsy to do that on your new truck. Still liking this modification?
Absolutely! I use it all the time. I thought I used stainless hinges but somehow didn't so I would change that next time and if you don't have a cover of some sort a seal is recommended.
nice work, A seal around the box would be even better but it looks like you use a tonneu cover.
I think a seal would be a good idea either way but yes mine stays dry in less I have the gate down.
Wooow!!! Great job..👏 I want this...
Thank you very much. It has been hard to keep going so hearing you enjoyed it helps.
That is COOL! Thanks for sharing! 😀
Your very welcome.
Looks nice a very creative idea
Thank you haygood9!
Seen this video and ended up going with a decked storage instead. Pretty cool set up though 👍🏾.
Let me know if you like the decked system.
nice, it turned out good.
Thank you Mikp
I like the idea, just seems like a ton of work. I'm probably just being lazy lol
I think if I was not recording it, it would have taken a day. A kit would be faster.
Very nice and clean install - well done!
Thank you! Somehow your comment went under my radar. I'm glad I found it.
Really cool idea. I would consider some sort of padding on the bottom side so metal hooks, hitches and other things don't dent and transfer through on the outside of the tail gate. I could imagine pock marks and stuff transferring though
Am I mistaken I thought I did?
Awesome, thanks for sharing
Your very welcome I'm glad you enjoyed it.
This is gold! Almost what I was looking for and gave me more ideas!
What were you looking for exactly?
@@KCreations4You an actual how to on building or creating extra storage in the panel.
@@TheCapitanAmericano Ow I thought I left in enough details that someone could. Could I help by answering some questions you might have?
@@KCreations4You not atm I haven’t started on the project but I will definitely ask if I need some help
@@TheCapitanAmericano Sounds good, If you can't get a spare tailgate to work on you can look up tailgate parts diagram to get an idea of whats inside. Good Luck!
Awesome job man
Thank you!
Thank youf ro sharing this KCreation ;) I bought an old Silverado and the tailgate is in great shape on the outside but apparently something hit it from the inside at high velocity and bent the tailgate to the point it is very difficult to open and close. I'm going to need to either find a way to straighten it or replace it. I was considering making a tailgate but I think I am going to do a hybrid with storage now. Basically, I'll make a tailgate that is a storage box with diamond plate lid but recess it into the skin if the original after it is relieved and straightened. Sort of like you have but the whole tailgate will be a storage box.
That sounds like a good plan I would really enjoy hearing how it turns out.
@@KCreations4You I'm very slow due to some neurological issues but if I can get it done before the world ends I'll post a link here ;)
@@evlutionzllc5519 I have links disabled so message me and I will have you share it a different way then I can pin in if your ok with it.
@@evlutionzllc5519 I have links disabled so message me and I will have you share it a different way then I can pin in if your ok with it.
That’s genius, nice video
Thank you.
If you're scared don't be. Your paint colour is super common and those tailgates are available at a pick and pull for $100-$120 all day long. I'd have kept the brand new one in the basement and modified the junk yard one.
Great idea though. Think I'll do something similar on my 4th gen.
Did you make one?
Awesome video.
Thank you Dennis!
Very brilliant
Thank you sorry I didn't get notified for your comment. Its encouraging to hear you like it.
Good job !
Thank you Jack!
My only concern would be water getting in there now.. I wonder how you could have made somewhat weather resistant with the metal being wavy
I have a cover but I think a simple rubber gasket going around it would work.
Manufacturers should offer more storage options. They would probably only charge 11k for this tailgate storage box.
The 2024 canon comes with this now.
Looks good
Thank you!
Nice work
Thank you very much!
Incredible
Thanks Asgard!
So many naysayers.
It's surprising to me with how useful this has been. One of the mods I would do again 100% its even on the 2024 chevy.
Did you get the idea from the new Checy Colorado’s and GMC Canyons? Nice job regardless.
Yes, but please don't tell anyone I went to the future 😀
Very Cool
Thank you David!
Real cool man!
Thank you. Can I ask how you found the video?
This is awesome and great skills!
Thank you. TH-cam is being a hard grind for me so it is encouraging when I hear people appreciate it.
Where did you source the hinges and latches?
Very good question. I got the hinges at Menards with the steel and the latches are from Amazon Here is a non affiliate link. a.co/d/4Az6XCT
It’s been 3 years, how about an honest update? I’d like to know how much water that sponge held and how deeply the metal parts of your straps wore into the door due to vibration. Thanks
Sure, If you check out my Facebook you can even see pictures. Rarely does water get in there as I don't drive around with my tailgate open and it dries out in about a day when I haul something in the rain with it open. The foam goes back to its original shape as stuff moves around. The door could use a rubber liner as stuff does rub the paint. I touched it up with paint once. There is no sign of it from the outside. The bad---I should have used stainless steel hinges and will replace them one day, There should be a rubber part on it to stop rubbing, and I love it would do it again!
Hello! I’m curious, is the piano hinge comment supposed to be punny?
Good catch, You may never know 😁
so what sort of one or 2 piece hinge did u honestly use in this project any close up's & any info., on where u got it from & etc,. plzzzzzz
That’s beast
I have a new storage solution I'm working on that I hope you will benefit from.
This actually wild . Good vid 👍
Thank you!
you can do it if you buy a new tailgate, wont void a warranty
Good point
Have you never seen Ram Boxes?
Are you talking about the oned that hinge to the left and right side of your truck box?
yes...didn't they only come on certain yrs., & model's of the ram truck's....... love 2 see more video's on the ram bed side boxes here on u-tube......!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I like it.
Thank you.
sadly all of the metal you remove makes the tailgate that much weaker, yes i know there are supports but anytime you remove metal it weakens the over all structure of the part.
That's a great point. I have walked on it loaded 4 wheelers, zero turns, and a small tractor without issue so I guess it's strong enough for what I do.
FRESH
Thanks!
That's a lot of work to stow some tow straps.
I did no work in this video cause I enjoyed ever second of building however I could see why you say that.
The tow straps are props used in the video for legal reasons. IRL, he uses that hidy-hole to smuggle fentanyl over the border.
Imagine putting an AR-15, and a few mags in that container.
I imagine it would fit really nice.
And lines up at the dealership about a rattle i can't pin point 😅😅😅
Lol
So I’m not sure what the financial company has to do with modifying the truck that you own they loaned out money for you to buy the truck but it’s your truck
I was told if you lease a vehicle it has to come back without modifications. Just thought I would caution just in case.
Yes loaning money for a vehicle or leasing a vehicle are two different things. When you lease it you definitely have to bring it back without mods. Or only mods that are made by the manufacturer or by company’s that are certified by the manufacturer. At least here in Germany it’s the case but both of you should be right😅👍🏼
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After some time it has became one of my favorite mods as long as I remember to take out my straps before loading lumber lol
The Mexican drug cartel already have a video showing this one…..lol
Theirs might be less noticeable :)
You have to agree to your contents you know it must be some bad comments. Welding on the back of your truck wow I hope you disconnected your battery so that you fry your computer and your electronics, let’s not mention all of the sparks are molten metal, just saying.
I did and I agree. I think I will pin a comment. Thank you!
Dude, by making it match the original tailgate you made a decent smuggler's hold.
I don't think I will be smuggling any time soon lol
Why would you need extra storage in a pickup truck, you have the whole box, the sides of the box if you have the storage option, don’t waste your money on storage in tailgate.
It was like 30 bucks and I don't have to get in the truck bed cause everything slid everywhere. But if it's not your thing it's not your thing. :)
100% POINTLESS 👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽
Not everyone fits the same shoe :)
I don't have the balls to do this to my truck but it is super creative and practical. Love it.
Just ran across this, genius idea! It turned out awesome and it looks factory! Cheers 🍻
Thank you very much! I'm glad you think it looks factory. I love having it every time a need a strap, rope, or my hitch.
A lender has no say in what you do to or with the truck YOU own. They’ve loaned you money, not the truck. They can accept the truck as collateral in case you don’t pay, but it’s your truck until/unless you default.
I didn't think of it that way. Glad you enjoyed my efforts. 😃
But if you screw up the tailgate and then default on the loan they could possibly sue you for the cost to repair.
@@davidbabcock5172 Nope, they just auction it and charge you the difference(usually in collections since you defaulted) from the amount you owe and what they sell it for. The only issues you cause yourself is owing more if you damage the vehicle or alter it and it sells for less at auction.
Knowledge based on previous experience as a debt collector.
Of course whatever contract you sign with the bank can have special terms that allow for them to collect in a multitude of ways, however they often use the boiler plate standard as its the simplest for them to recover funds with minimal cost.
Try moving and taking that truck out of the country, or like even moving to Hawaii, without their approval. They can and will come and get it.
Can you paint the vehicle also a different color if yee don't like the color it is
Good creativity. Easy for us to be armchair posters. I only have two recommendations. 1. Get a tailgate from junkyard to hack on and save original when truck is sold or traded. 2. That can't be weather proof.
But it's a great idea.
It doesn’t have to be weatherproof. The tailgates are not sealed to begin with and will drain any water they get in them. They are not made to keep water and dust out.
Tailgates are very expensive.
I do plan to drive this truck to it's grave so that also changes my outlook on it, too, but I agree. Thank you!
I wish I can do that in but in California you can'thave anything nice or leave things in a car. They have stolen my tailgate 3 times.
That would be infuriating.
time 2 put air tag's or some thing inside it next time so u can track em down......!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
what sort of hinges did u use on the frame under the one piece lid of the hidden storage in the tailgate here............?????? didn't see that part well or where u got ' em from or any thing...... a close up view would be awesome plzzzzzz !!!!!!!
These are 1.5 inch stainless steel hinges from Menards/Lows hope that helps
I meant to use stainless but don't think they were. Use stainless!
Quick tip when cutting it out don't use things that creates heat like a cut off wheel. This will heat up the metal causing spots for rust. Also I found out if you are getting a big load of wood you should get the straps out first. Luckily the forklift guy picked them up enough for me to get them out. 😃
deserves more views
Thank you. Please share it if you want
Any water getting in there? Looks like it can easily trickle down the tailgate and into the cubby.
I have tunnel cover so it does not but I did notice some when I had the tailgate open and it was raining.
Nice video. Might have to do that to my truck. I am an organization freak. I love any kind of cool storage. I have so much storage I need storage for my storage. Lol
I've seen this style of compartment done a couple times, but this is probably the best one I've seen!
I feel honored, Thank you. I have drug a lot of stuff across it no mercy and it's doing very well.
That would be great for a couple long guns, like a couple shotguns, AR-15's, AR-10's or AK's and a bunch of ammo!
I was thinking about a build for rifles. Not sure yet.
Great project, nice job! You have cajones to do that to a new truck. I think I'll do it to my 2019 F350 as well. What the hell. Cheers from Canada.
Awesome you could benafit from the video, would you share a picture when it's complete? Would love to see it.
Did the foam absorb water and rus your tailgate?
What an awesome idea! Great way to add extra function to an otherwise unused space! Thanks for sharing; you have a new subscriber :)
I have an upcoming video about getting a subscriber and I want you to pay attention cause you fit it lol Thank you!
Did you see the last part of my latest video?
What about the plastic protection you removed from the tailgate?
I just left it off and a couple times a year I have been touching it up with paint. I almost ripped it off several times when it was on.
Re: Lease/Lean truck.
Find same tailgate at junkyard, fix up nice, match paint, swap t-gates.
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Make it worth more 😀
This way, if you send the truck back at End of Lease, you still have a "Custom Tailgate, Make/Model for year: (years fit)" that you can sell on Ebay or whatever sale site happens to be best at the time.
@@laughinghyena001 Ow I see then you aren't violating your lease either. I know with how well it works I would have to put one on the next truck and the next. Ow you reminded me I should update my pined comment.
That is freakin awesome!!!
Thank you I am hoping to do a part 2
Dodge needs you to its team.
My 2023 Rams Dually 3500 got nothing to hide…nothing to store.
Dodge does not hire you or at least pay you for your ideas.
My next Dually 3500 will be Chevy.
Thank you! You can put this in a lot of trucks. Chevy has some cool features.
Turned out pretty good. Thanks for sharing your idea and approach!
You're very Welcome fomoco
Nice work bro! That came out super clean! Thanks for the idea!
I'm glad you enjoyed it. Sometime maybe spring I'm doing another storage Truck project.
I know this video is old but I just stumbled across it and I have the perfect 2002 Silverado to do this to 😎
Thats Awesome to hear. I would really like it if you shared a Picture.
I hope you got a patent on this idea
No I didn't, its now in the 2023 GMC