@@seanlandsley1259 must have misheard me - it’s lighter than a plywood build but not significantly so; considering the increased complexity and cost of the 8020 materials it may not be worth it for most people if weight savings isn’t a major priority.
What size l track "i think thats what its called" in-between the ribsnext to your drawer? Sweet build . Im in the process of doing something similar im my first gen
@@chrslefty Thanks! I have a guide on the L-track installation process along with the removable bike rack I built for them here: www.takethetruck.com/blog/diy-truck-bed-bike-rack We used the 72in ones listed in the guide and cut them to length.
New sub, what a great build. I have a question about the bedside supports you put on by the tailgate. Do you need them because of the weight of sleeping in the M1 Camper Top? I have only seen them on 2nd gen Tacoma's.
I'm attempting to modify this build for my 8' bed. Have you had any issues with how much weight it can hold? I can't seem to find an answer in other forums (just a bunch of math). I know extrusion placement and orientation is important for structural support, but is 2020 enough to hold say 300-400 pounds in this configuration?
You could always add more vertical supports to shore up longer spans. Hard to say on your specific build what will be needed, but for what it’s worth - both Lindsey and I have stood on the platform in our truck and our combined weight exceeds 300lbs.
@@takethetruck thanks for the prompt reply. I added another square frame at the end of 60" drawer and I think it will do the trick. Still in the design phase, using Fusion360, but if I planned it right I will have about 37 inches left from the 10 pack you linked. I hope I can keep my cuts clean and triple check the plan cause there's not a lot of room for error.
Because the base framework is fitted between and around the ribs in the bed of the truck there is no lateral movement. You could drill and install rivnuts in the bed along the base and bolt it down to those if needed though.
Awesome build! Appreciate you sharing this, and all the detail! 🤝🙏
Absolutely clean work! Looks amazing thank you for sharing!!
Great looking build, and craftsmanship!❤
Thank you!🙏
Really a great build.
I was just wondering why you said it was heavier than full wood construction?
@@seanlandsley1259 must have misheard me - it’s lighter than a plywood build but not significantly so; considering the increased complexity and cost of the 8020 materials it may not be worth it for most people if weight savings isn’t a major priority.
Great build. I’d use glow in the dark paint on the panels.
Thank you for actually going into depth. Just one question, how far apart did you put the vertical braces for support?
What size l track "i think thats what its called" in-between the ribsnext to your drawer? Sweet build . Im in the process of doing something similar im my first gen
@@chrslefty Thanks! I have a guide on the L-track installation process along with the removable bike rack I built for them here: www.takethetruck.com/blog/diy-truck-bed-bike-rack
We used the 72in ones listed in the guide and cut them to length.
New sub, what a great build. I have a question about the bedside supports you put on by the tailgate. Do you need them because of the weight of sleeping in the M1 Camper Top? I have only seen them on 2nd gen Tacoma's.
@@danwhiteman2529 we installed them prior to the camper installation, more of a piece of mind addition on the first gen
What brand of truck bed liner is that top wood piece made of?
Raptor Liner, check the link in the description to the build guide on our site for a full list of all the materials we used 👍
I'm attempting to modify this build for my 8' bed. Have you had any issues with how much weight it can hold? I can't seem to find an answer in other forums (just a bunch of math). I know extrusion placement and orientation is important for structural support, but is 2020 enough to hold say 300-400 pounds in this configuration?
You could always add more vertical supports to shore up longer spans. Hard to say on your specific build what will be needed, but for what it’s worth - both Lindsey and I have stood on the platform in our truck and our combined weight exceeds 300lbs.
@@takethetruck thanks for the prompt reply. I added another square frame at the end of 60" drawer and I think it will do the trick. Still in the design phase, using Fusion360, but if I planned it right I will have about 37 inches left from the 10 pack you linked. I hope I can keep my cuts clean and triple check the plan cause there's not a lot of room for error.
How did you secure it to the bed?
Because the base framework is fitted between and around the ribs in the bed of the truck there is no lateral movement. You could drill and install rivnuts in the bed along the base and bolt it down to those if needed though.