Sleeper Platform Camper Build.

When I initially bought my truck my intention was to do a mild overland build but focus on the ability to use the bed as sleeping platform. I wanted to still be able to use the truck as a truck however. I came up with a pretty simple modular build after scouring the TW webs and several other forums. Thus far it has been amazing, and getting better every time I use it. Other than the mattress I am into the project for only about $50 ($120 counting the saw blade I had to get but thats my fault). The biggest expense was the bedding by far. I initially was going to go with a hinge style that co4runnin inspired my idea. But I'll be honest his carpentry skills are better than I, and I was looking for something less permanent. The other idea was to be able to have something I could use for one person and still use half the bed for storage on solo missions but also easily convert it for 2 people comfortably.

The biggest contribution to comfort is for sure the Sport Hi-Rise snug top, those extra several inches make a world of difference for overall comfort all around. I ran out of time prior to a trip so I ended up just buying a mattress topper that I thought would be sufficient enough, (especially for the price) however after about the third night in a row I realized more padding would be needed for my boney hips. I ended up getting a couple of work out pads for cheap and they did the job, plus they add a layer of protection between the sheets of the platform durning transport.


I can have the whole camp set up usually before my friends have there rain fly up, pending I find a flat spot or ramp of course. Hope this helps others like others helped me, cheers!

 

I didn't realize I had to individually load each photo, so these are kind of out of order still learning the nuances of posting threads.

 

Thanks man! I'm 6 foot nothing and fit really comfortably.

 

What awning do you have, I have Yakima aero bars and was wondering if the awning came with different mounting clamps

 

Looks good !!!!

 

Really looks nice. Do you have the long bed?

 

What awning do you have, I have Yakima aero bars and was wondering if the awning came with different mounting clamps

 

I have the ARB 2000, it is silly easy to set up and take down, we got stuck in a nasty storm couple weeks ago and with the guy lines out it didn't waiver. I purchased it as a package from bomber products with their mounts which are absolutely unparalleled, I'm usually pretty chill about products but these things are insanely nice and the customer service was amazing! I believe they mount on aero bars as well. Email Josh over at bomber he'll be able to get you squared away with all your needs!
http://www.bomberproducts.com/

 

I do have the long bed. Love it!

 

For some crazy reason I did not realize you can get the long bed with the four-door. Do you have to special order that?

 

I did special order mine from the dealer because I was deployed and this is my first new car ever so I wanted it to be built just for me, I have been saving and waiting for exactly what I wanted. But you can find them they are a little harder to get a hold of but by no means as difficult as a Pro.

 

Sorry to rez this thread but what is keeping the vertical piece in the middle from scooting around? Are you still running the same setup?

 

I am right now but am in the process of either building or purchasing a more permanent drawer system. The middle stays in place but the to removable support boards. If I am only running the one side I usually have something in there next to it like a cooler or rubbermade of gear. I was going to add a turnbuckle from a hardware store.

 

Very well done on this! I am working on mine now, slightly different design for me but I really dig your setup!

 

What are you using the turnbuckle for?

 

To affix the platform support to the tie downs in the bed to keep the platform from moving if I don’t have a cooler or something like that keeping it in place.

 

That's what I figured. Interesting Idea. I think I might try this out.

 

@HeliToast sick build! how did you get that middle post to stay? is it attached to anything? where do you put the right plywood platform when youre nott using it?

 

Nice clean build, well done!