Access Cab Dog Platform UDPATE (pics)

Woof, just made it through the entire thread and it's not even 0030! I'll be going to hardware store tomorrow and building a version that includes all of my favorite features from your builds! I will post finished product photos.

 

Can't wait to see the finished project. Good luck!

 

I decided to give it a go. I made a central console for support and storage, and to allow both sides to allow a passenger by removing a panel. I made the legs removable for easy storage, and padded the top. I have a hammock on order to contain the dog hair, so we’ll see how that works.

 

I recently updated my dog platform from the original design to something more permanent. Initially I wanted something easy to remove in case I had passengers OR needed to get into the cubbies for tire changing tools. Since I have had zero passengers back there in the 8ish years I have owned the truck, that reason no longer applied.

Here is the old platform:

I found some great inspiration from this thread. I decided to build a platform with access to the storage bins. To do that, I would have to extend the height on the bins to platform level. Heres the first mock up I came up with. I wish I was better at woodworking and had a proper workshop.


That tab in the center bolts to the truck using the rear center console bracket bolts.

I went with 3/4" plywood this time and whatever scraps I had lying around my garage. I cut out the plywood using cardboard templates and lots of trips back to the truck to check fitment. Here is the final piece before carpeting.


I went to my local upholstry warhouse and found some carpet. I am not thrilled with how it frays when cut but it will work for now. I am happy with the end result and I know my pup is excited to try it out on our next trip!

 

Well done sir, well done indeed!

 

Love it! Nice touch. I've been thinking of something like this for my DCLB when its just CHEVERLY and I; my service dog.

 

I love this idea especially the storage places. This would be great for storing all my dogs gear when we go out. Nice job and thanks for the idea

 

any refrigerator Slides mounted to a platform like these?

 

This is just what Im looking to build. Do you happen to have anynmore pics and/or dimensions of the platform?

 

@WSMFP Mine is similar to that one, so these dimensions might be close...


More pics of it in my media gallery.

 

Scott back when I could start remembering things as a kid. My dad had a dog that looked just like your dog. "Lonesone" was his name. (I don't know why) He was the best rabbit dog I have ever seen and I have been around allot of them in my 57 years. After you shot a rabbit he would bring it to you. I'll never forget Lonesome. He was truly a one in a lifetime kind of dog.

 

Cool story. She's a "poi" dog, which is a term we use here in Hawaii meaning a mixed breed. The vet thinks she has some pit, lab, and others. She is super smart, though i haven't taken her hunting she does stalk the occasional pigeon that flies into the yard.

 

Can anyone tell me what bolts size/threading pitch they used to fill the rear seat belt holes (in a 2015 AC)? I took the bolt to 2 hardware stores and both suggested it might be some proprietary threading.

Thanks in advance!

 

I don’t know exactly but I can say it’s a Standard size not metric.

Some federal law years go that all seat belt bolts have to be a standard thread.

I learned like you with three visits to different places. Then I found it on MUD.

Hope that helps.

 

That at least eliminates half of the possibilities Thanks!

It fit nicely in the 7/16's hole on the sizing plate thingy, but they didn't have any nuts to test the threading... I'll check another store over the weekend.

Thanks again

 

I didn’t save the info sorry but it’s an odd pitch but it is a standard size.

If I recall I couldn’t locate anything at Lowe’s or Ace, it may have been a local bolt and nut place or the Tractor Supply.

 

dumb question forgive me!........how did you attach the feet to the plywood? just L-brackets?

 

Thanks for posting these dimensions @RickG !
Could you estimate the measurements for the two cutouts you made to accommodate the rear seat panel bump outs?

Could you also add the link to your media gallery?

Thanks

 

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