Video details the Slide Out Cargo Area Security Drawer (installed)

[EL in NH]

This one seems to be better designed. I just thought of all the sand that will end up in those side gaps after a summer at the Jersey shore lol. Will wait and see I’m sure there will be better and improved options available soon. For most a lockable/secure storage is a necessity with a soft top.

Pool noodles stuffed in there might help with keeping items from getting into the gap and might even help with the reported rattles.

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[Ripcurl]

I made it until 1:25 or so when the guy started that gnarly coughing and I shut off the volume, obviously not a full time social media influencer

Appreciate the video though, agree with others, will wait for another solution

 

[rfawbush]

They should make it a two drawer unit with a brace in the middle. That would fix the weight capacity problem.

 

[JediMcMuffin]

They should make it a two drawer unit with a brace in the middle. That would fix the weight capacity problem.

See above where I loaded well over 200lbs worth of crap on top:
Kodiak 10x14 canvas tent plus poles
Ion Pathfinder 280 speaker
cooler full of 30lbs of ice plus content
2 x milwaukee packout crates full of camping crap
various electronics equipment
5 gallons of water
5 gallons of fuel

I wouldn't get hung up on the 50lbs thing. The reason I picked this drawer is because it has a lock. I regularly need to secure $2500-3000 worth of gear back there day to day with some comfort that it would take someone considerable effort to get in. I did have to slim out my laptop bag a little so I wish the unit was maybe 2 inches taller on the interior, but it works as is. Having this drawer hard mounted and the rest of my gear removable made for really great off-roading and camping. I intend to get a sheet of 1/2" or 3/4" plywood, cover the majority in outdoor carpet, and install recessed tie downs that are flush with the decking when folded.

 

[Daktari]

Great video! You could always add a thin aluminum precut top to eliminate the gaps on both sides and then add the tie downs on top of it to secure. As far as the screws, I like the idea of the torx, which can always be purchased. A small piece of floor mat rubber could also cover the unfinished area where the caps were removed. Thanks for providing us with your video! This definitely helps me out when I get mine this month

just to clarify, I did not make this video, it came around on Facebook and since I had not seen it here yet, I linked to it. Answered all my questions and made it clear this is the wrong box for me.

 

[Daktari]

For most a lockable/secure storage is a necessity with a soft top.

or a hard top. The vast majority of cars that get broken into have non removable hard tops and glass windows....

 

[62chad]

I've had by 70 pound fridge on top with camping gear loaded to the roof. Only rattle I get is when I'm doing something extreme...the dividers are nice cause they keep everything from slinging around on turns. Love mine. I'm gonna build a platform to put over the top this weekend.

 

[dclark127]

I'm a little late to the reply on this. I also have the Ford security drawer and Love it. Yes, I was a little annoyed by the gaps on the sides and behind it, but only at first. Once I loaded it up, I used the gaps on the side for longer items like an umbrella and longer tools.

The big fix for me was when I stumbled upon the WeatherTech Trim to fit mat at Target for $45. I originally intended to trim it, but once I got it in there, it fit perfectly. The sides and back roll up a little and cover the gaps very well. It even covers the cubby hole on the passenger side. Nothing slides around and it seems to be a sound deadener for all my junk in the drawer.

Sorry for the poor lighting pics. Will try for a better one tomorrow if needy people need it.

 

[dclark127]

WeatherTech mat link:. https://www.target.com/p/weathertech-cargo-mat-black/-/A-16601297

 

[Mdh186]

WeatherTech mat link:. https://www.target.com/p/weathertech-cargo-mat-black/-/A-16601297

That’s a nice idea. Kinda negates need for functional tie downs in many respects. Guessing the tie downs could still be cut out. Thanks for beta - I’m going to look into this.

 

[Jsquiggs]

Any suggestions on how to get one of these bad boys for a 2 door? Storage solutions seem to be severely lacking in comparison

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