Sleeping Platform in 4 Door build

[UncleBuck]

Hello everyone. I built a platform for sleeping/camping in the rear of my 4 door badlands. I saw the idea on the forum and made a few changes. I didn’t hinge the platform because I wanted the wood to be modular and useable for other things if needed so the pieces just fit in instead of hinging open/closed. I used 1/2 inch ACX plywood and coated it with a few cans of Harbor Freight truck bed coating. I used old scrap joists and ripped them down to 6 inches wide for the base to be level with the top edge of the back seat when folded. Finally, used a slip knot with 550 cord and d-clips on the back seat to support the final piece. I made cutouts for the plastic handles that fold down the back seats so that everything is resting on the seat back itself which seems to be pretty sturdy. Overall, I’m happy with it. I’ve got 80 inches of sleeping space with the seats all the way forward. I have a foam camping mattress that is super comfy and fits perfectly. I’ll probably cut a chunk out of it to rest level over the center console. The whole thing comes out easily enough if I need extra space. I added a third support under the platform and braced it with a 2x4 to prevent side to side movements and to add extra support underneath if I ever make a 60/40 split. The platform doesn’t seem to flex at all when I sit on it. I was hesitant to go with the 1/2 at first but it’s solid and saved some weight over 5/8 or 3/4 inch.

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[Bdockins]

80” is solid. Nice home made goose boards.

 

[widnere12]

Curious what the cause of the downward bend is on the left tailgate side of the platform.

 

[Shane78]

This is what I’m here for. Good stuff!

 

[InTheShift]

This is awesome. Hell of a job!

 

[Razorbak86]

Curious what the cause of the downward bend is on the left tailgate side of the platform.

It’s not a bend. It’s actually cut to clear the bulge on the left side of the swing gate that houses the lock mechanism and the vented, plastic access panel.

 

[Bob L]

Hello everyone. I built a platform for sleeping/camping in the rear of my 4 door badlands. I saw the idea on the forum and made a few changes. I didn’t hinge the platform because I wanted the wood to be modular and useable for other things if needed so the pieces just fit in instead of hinging open/closed. I used 1/2 inch ACX plywood and coated it with a few cans of Harbor Freight truck bed coating. I used old scrap joists and ripped them down to 6 inches wide for the base to be level with the top edge of the back seat when folded. Finally, used a slip knot with 550 cord and d-clips on the back seat to support the final piece. I made cutouts for the plastic handles that fold down the back seats so that everything is resting on the seat back itself which seems to be pretty sturdy. Overall, I’m happy with it. I’ve got 80 inches of sleeping space with the seats all the way forward. I have a foam camping mattress that is super comfy and fits perfectly. I’ll probably cut a chunk out of it to rest level over the center console. The whole thing comes out easily enough if I need extra space. I added a third support under the platform and braced it with a 2x4 to prevent side to side movements and to add extra support underneath if I ever make a 60/40 split. The platform doesn’t seem to flex at all when I sit on it. I was hesitant to go with the 1/2 at first but it’s solid and saved some weight over 5/8 or 3/4 inch.

Very good idea. If mine is ever built I am going to use your plans but just on the 60% seat side only need space for me so thank you for sharing!

 

[tower9000]

Any chance you can post the dimensions of the pieces ?

 

[TripleB]

Gangster

 

[NevadaDesertExploration]

I’ve been thinking about building this for my solo Camping trips. Please post the dimensions when you have time. Thanks for this post!

 

[Juicy]

could you send a link to the mattress youre using. thanks! Nice build btw

 

[FastAndLight]

So, when you sleep in the car like this, where do you put all your stuff? I just use a ground tent when car camping.

 

[Who iz]

Not bashing at all- Really nicely done Broncin' bedroom.
Looks comfortable...."Don't come knockin' when rockin'!"
Prefer to not sleep in Bronco...Just drive and ride would be main plan. No winter camping for me any more...did my time.
Quality tent when required in foul weather...open sky please when no snakes.

 

[iamcris]

This is a phenomenal build. This also makes the forums a place worth visiting daily. Thank you very much for sharing this.

 

[Tmizzle]

Hello everyone. I built a platform for sleeping/camping in the rear of my 4 door badlands. I saw the idea on the forum and made a few changes. I didn’t hinge the platform because I wanted the wood to be modular and useable for other things if needed so the pieces just fit in instead of hinging open/closed. I used 1/2 inch ACX plywood and coated it with a few cans of Harbor Freight truck bed coating. I used old scrap joists and ripped them down to 6 inches wide for the base to be level with the top edge of the back seat when folded. Finally, used a slip knot with 550 cord and d-clips on the back seat to support the final piece. I made cutouts for the plastic handles that fold down the back seats so that everything is resting on the seat back itself which seems to be pretty sturdy. Overall, I’m happy with it. I’ve got 80 inches of sleeping space with the seats all the way forward. I have a foam camping mattress that is super comfy and fits perfectly. I’ll probably cut a chunk out of it to rest level over the center console. The whole thing comes out easily enough if I need extra space. I added a third support under the platform and braced it with a 2x4 to prevent side to side movements and to add extra support underneath if I ever make a 60/40 split. The platform doesn’t seem to flex at all when I sit on it. I was hesitant to go with the 1/2 at first but it’s solid and saved some weight over 5/8 or 3/4 inch.

Nice job!

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