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Finally built a set of truck drawers (pic heavy)

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by T@com@Steve, May 20, 2018.

  1. May 20, 2018 at 6:04 PM
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    T@com@Steve

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    I have wanted to build these since my 1st gen, but finally had the time to do it. These were made based on the Pask Makes YouTube vid. Simple, functional and serves my needs perfectly.
    The build was def time consuming and actually a bit more complicated than I expected. I am going to put a BedSlide on top of the drawer system just don’t have it yet.
    Thanks for looking.
    Finished drawers at the end.

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  2. May 21, 2018 at 8:32 AM
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    SphericalCow

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    Awesome job! Looks great.
    Was it necessary to have so many rollers? Or were you just playing 'better safe than sorry?'
     
  3. May 21, 2018 at 9:15 AM
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    You are a skilled craftsmen! Nice job.
     
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  4. May 21, 2018 at 9:18 AM
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    After doing a bit of research, most people suggested using that amount. It ended up being exactly 100 bearings, which is what I bought on Amazon. Price wasn’t too bad anyways. Just more weight.
     
  5. May 21, 2018 at 9:18 AM
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    Thanks man!
     
  6. May 21, 2018 at 12:42 PM
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    Nice work!

    I'm more impressed by the amount of clamps you own though...
     
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  7. May 21, 2018 at 1:24 PM
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    Thanks man!
    They are nice to have. You would be surprised how much I use them.
     
  8. May 21, 2018 at 1:27 PM
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    You and my dad have a theory in common... never enough clamps.
     
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  9. May 21, 2018 at 2:48 PM
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    Very impressive for sure:thumbsup:. I wish I was that handy myself.
     
  10. May 21, 2018 at 4:13 PM
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    Thanks!! Love my Ray10's
     
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    Damn looks killer. What would you guess as the final weight?
     
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  13. May 21, 2018 at 9:00 PM
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    Also which kreg pocket jig would you suggest if you used that brand
     
  14. May 22, 2018 at 1:52 PM
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    I stupidly never weighed it, I was to anxious to get it in. My guess is around 125/150# ? I don't really notice it even loaded, but I have HD Dakars.
     
  15. May 22, 2018 at 1:57 PM
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    I did use a Kreg jig. I have the K4 setup. To me, that is the strongest joint for plywood because the screw crosses the laminations. I used Titebond 3 on all the joints as well.
     
  16. May 22, 2018 at 4:40 PM
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    Thanks man!
     
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    Looks like some thought went into these. Nice work and good lookin truck as well!
     
  18. Jun 3, 2018 at 6:12 PM
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    I found a used Cargoglide and mounted it. Loaded my drawers and slide up with tools. I really love the setup!! May consider selling this cap and getting the bump up for more room?
    I also need to add another leaf to my Dakars Until I can go with @Blackout14 leaf packs.

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    That’s awesome dude!
     
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