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Storage drawers in Access Cab

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by kinkypuppy, Mar 20, 2016.

  1. Mar 20, 2016 at 8:32 PM
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    kinkypuppy

    kinkypuppy [OP] Member

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    Have 2016 Access Cab with factory "no rear seats"
    looking to build a platform over the rear accessory boxes.
    What I am looking for is a pair of metal drawers for the front end, That way i can just use a board about 52x22 and set it on the front and rear "boxes"

    A Drawer 8 inches high 10 wide and 18 deep would be great.
    Has anyone done this and where did you find the drawers.

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  2. Mar 20, 2016 at 9:13 PM
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    Glad someone got around to asking this. Sub'd
     
  3. Mar 20, 2016 at 9:25 PM
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    wow well that's weird... i have the same utility package and I just added a molle seat backing last week on the passenger side....

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  4. Mar 21, 2016 at 7:17 AM
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    Was your seat backing from skanda. Our accessories packs are terrible in q control.
     
  5. Mar 21, 2016 at 10:18 AM
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    Do you work for them?
     
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    No we just installed a set and the quality control is just satisfactory especially on the attachments.
    Wondered if you got the attachments from a different source.
    The seller though a third party responded the same day so they are great. The covers themselves though I am not 100% satisfied are better then most.
     
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    Actually its very close. i just need the bottom 3/4 sheet as i have no factory seats in back. it looks easy to cut and fit.
    what i am looking for is a source for a drawer in the front bottom to level it out instead of a 2x2 or 4x4
     
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    Sub'd ??
     
  11. Mar 26, 2016 at 6:47 AM
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    If you post in a thread you will receive an alert when it is replied to. Sub'd is just most people's way of watching this thread because they are interested in the subject.
     
  12. Apr 5, 2016 at 10:27 AM
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    EDIT: My truck is a '14, (didn't mean to intrude on the 3rd genners..:oops:...might still work)

    I used a white plastic storage drawer, they have some different sizes, but this has worked really well so far. My eventual plan is to put a platform over top. It's cheap too! Hopefully this helps a bit!

    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/boonies-black-bomber-build.324326/#post-9817557

    Copied from above Link:

    Preface: One of my priorities when purchasing or making an item is Versatility. I like to have several uses for a single item if at all possible. Some would argue that you're sacrificing function, but it depends on what the sacrifice is. In this case it's portability. Something that is not permanently attached to the vehicle or is an irreversible modification like cutting fenders or in a lesser case, completely removing the rear jumper seats to build a storage platform.

    So I was cruising the storage area of Fred Meyer one day looking for a cheap drawer and found a Sterilite 16qt Stacking drawer. I have had these in the truck for at least 6 months now and they've been really helpful. It gives you a flat stable surface for camping bins on top and easy access to things you store in the drawers. The drawer will fit a pair of my size 12 hiking boots, but not much more. These cost maybe $15/ea. So for $30 you have a great storage setup that is easily removed for cleaning or carrying precious cargo.

    Link to drawers:
    http://www.sterilite.com/SelectProduct.html?id=631&ProductCategory=185&section=1

    I'm 6'-0" and have my seat slid back to just slightly touching the drawer and feel comfortable on long drives with the seat position.

    The top is almost flush with the factory storage areas under the jumper seats.
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    The sides have bowed inward from carrying heavier items in them, but they work regardless. I usually carry several ratchet straps for easy access when tying something down.
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    You can still fold down the rear jumper seat if needed.
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    Last edited: Apr 5, 2016
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  13. Aug 9, 2021 at 7:42 AM
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    Wow I know this thread is 5 years old but I just wanted to say thanks for this tip. I happened to have to similar drawers in my garage that worked perfectly for this purpose.

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