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Long Bed Sleeping Platform

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by trabo, Aug 12, 2017.

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  1. Jan 24, 2021 at 6:58 PM
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    The dynamic modular design was a top priority. A permanent camper is not what I go for, but to each his own! Most of the time I will be sleeping alone at a trail head prior to a day in the mountains. On those days/nights I don't need a full platform (or really even the platform at all). But now I can have a friend come along and have enough width to sleep two dudes side by side without awkward spooning.
     
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  2. Jan 24, 2021 at 7:01 PM
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    It’s only awkward for the little spoon getting a half boner in the back all night.

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  3. Jan 24, 2021 at 7:02 PM
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    ...I'll take your word for it!
     
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  4. Jan 24, 2021 at 7:23 PM
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    Great setup. Best thread on TW.
     
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  5. Feb 3, 2021 at 11:02 PM
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    Wow.. I'm honored :cheers:
     
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  6. Feb 26, 2021 at 6:00 PM
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    I really like this setup. I'm wondering, though, if the hinge negates some of the rigidity of the platform. Have you noticed it sagging at all? It seems like the right half of the platform would only be as strong as the hinge allows. The left side has the support of the left ledge and the joist, so it's most likely pretty solid. Any info would be great, thanks!
     
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  7. Feb 26, 2021 at 9:15 PM
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    It will go to hell when I post my ghetto setup this spring. Stay tuned.
     
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  8. Mar 13, 2021 at 7:20 PM
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    The hinges have screws every 2 inches or so i would imagine it would be pretty strong. If you where worried about it you could screw three short lengths of angle Iron to the middle support to just catch the lip of the hinged side.
     
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  9. Mar 16, 2021 at 1:58 PM
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    Ya good call :thumbsup:
     
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  10. Mar 20, 2021 at 6:47 PM
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    rotated tires changed oil threw out the old air freshener.
    I'm working on a "system" that makes use of side to side deck panels as per the original post, AND takes advantage of the under deck storage units to limit any "flexing".
    Not that I feel flexing is in any way a show stopper for my sleeping comfort. ;-)
    Now on the look for durable plastic totes that are just about 9 inches high and 4 feet long ;-
     
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  11. Mar 24, 2021 at 12:03 PM
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    Awesome thread. Going to start my platform this week. Will be testing it out in 2 weeks. Got a nice Tempur-pedic pad to put down :)
     
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  12. Mar 27, 2021 at 10:55 AM
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    Got it done. Going to get some carpet. Great set up. I’m digging it. Tempur-pedic mat :thumbsup:
     
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  13. Mar 27, 2021 at 7:03 PM
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    Built my platform today. I needed something that worked well both for camping and for work. Enables me to carry my equipment for work, and can be removed without the help of a second person.
     
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  14. Mar 28, 2021 at 9:48 AM
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    Custom with the hinge :thumbsup:
     
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  15. Mar 28, 2021 at 9:48 AM
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    You guys are killin' it. Keep 'em coming!
     
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    Thank you bro for the inspiration :thumbsup: I finished mine up I stalled carpet yesterday. Super stoked.
     
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  17. Jun 29, 2021 at 3:00 PM
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    Sorry to revive an old thread but I am really interested on doing a setup just like this on my 2nd gen. On the drivers side is this secured at all? Or just resting on the fender/lip on the bed?
    Thanks
     
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  18. Jul 1, 2021 at 7:13 PM
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    Don't be sorry, we are keeping this bad boy going.
     
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    Just resting on the lip/wheel well.
     
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  20. Jul 25, 2021 at 2:25 PM
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    Mine was alot more simpler that allowed you to use the bottom when not in use. Basically, two identical boards but on had a 2x4 screwed on lengthwise as to allow both boards to sag together. When not in use, put one on top of the other to access bottom. Also eliminates the need for a middle support

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