Bags, bags, and more bags. So what the F am I saying. As a test take all the items you put in the draws and put them into designated bags (not including the frig contents, hahaha). You will save tons of space, weight, and oh yeah money. They are easy to move around, stack and cram a lot of things into. I like to have one box for weather proof stuff and maybe to sit on while camping, but bags are the way to go for most of your gear. One might say, "It's not as organized".....however we are all about the cost, weight and space saving when it come to Jeepin. As always, love the vids!
Awesome Brad! Marco is a man of many talents! The main thing I take away from "do it yourself" projects, be it shelving units, slider /bumper installs whatever....is; You can't do a field repair unless you how how something works! The way to be safe on the trail is to know everything about your vehicle, all the ins and outside, this will allow you to go forth with confidence! Brad you're a good steward of your talents and time, Thank you!
Marco you are a DIY genius what a great friend to have not only at chow time but at every time. Hat off to you sir keep on keeping on doing amazing things
DUDE! This is AWESOME!!!!. I wished I communicated with you sooner. I came across a company called 80/20 and their products are very similar to your project. I have a WK2 Grand Cherokee and similar to you, I wanted to have my own design of installing drawers. I search for MANY months and the prices for drawers for my vehicle range from $500-$700 PER DRAWER..... OUCH!!. I figured if I put my mind and hands to it could create something similar as you did. I'm still waiting for their catalog to arrive so I can sit down on my lunch breaks and pick the specific parts I need. The company also has a UA-cam channel I have watching so I'm pretty excited about starting the project. Once again... AWESOME JOB!!!!!!
There’s an 8020 design software that can help with planning and design and if you submit it to 8020 it will give a bill of material and parts list. All pieces cut to size, holes drilled, tapped where needed.
To tap the t-slot material, chuck the tap into a drill and tap away. Use Tap Magic as a lube. I work with this stuff all the time and we always power tap. Also some anti seize on all the bolts will keep the stainless steel bolts from reacting to the aluminum.
I've used the T-slot material in the past, great stuff. 30 years as a machinist, done many things. I know tapping by hand will work on your wrist. lol Looked fun to make and looks great. Using button head screws are nice but using them the hex size changes. Nice to standardize everything, less tools needed. 😉
Wow awesome effort. I just bought an IronMan4x4 twin drawer set up (900mm). I haven't unpacked it yet (227LB palatte shipment). After watching one of your videos, I realize I need a platform to put it on. Then once the platform and twin drawers are set up, I'll add the fridge slide (Dometic CFX3 35). Learning a lot from you, thank you.
T-Slot is used extensively in solar panel installation and comes in many different sizes and contours. It’s available at many solar supply and commercial electrical supply houses. Along with the different brackets and finish pieces. Nice job, B-rad
Brad, your a GOD! I get so much out of your channel, I have an idea for my own drawer system in my ute that will be a bit similar, but this video has just given me loads of ideas, cheers!
I am planing on doing something like this for my '19 JL. Because it's a 2 door I am designing it to be completely removable so the rear seat can still be put back in and used and to save weight when i'm not on the trail.
Great design Brad , Definitely gave me some ideas. Like how you didn't just throw some compartments / draws together , you put the time and money in to make a quality storage system .
Pegboard would be a sturdy solution to the back of the frig area. Wire sounds great but can be damaged if something were to fall on it or get crushed between the seats and the storage system.
On the Refrigerator backing plate, look at some HVAC intake grills. That way you can have it accessible to remove dust build up, that"ll help to keep it running efficiently. Looks great sir. 😁👍🇺🇸 OlllllllO
An HVAC grill would look a lot cleaner than chicken or rabbit wire. You can bend the louvers to allow for more circulation. Black it out for esthetics.
Looks Great, Brad! Very informative. I had a ton of questions in my mind after your first video regarding the storage system. I think you've answered them all in this video.
Can’t wait to hear your long term opinions regarding the drawer refrigerator. It looks like there is room to wrap it in one inch rigid foam to increase efficiency.
Take a look at the material used for Wrangler grill inserts for the fridge drawer opening. And consider stick on motion lights for Inside of drawers. They're small discs that are bright. Overall great job.
Love when you and Marco get together 😍 Shhhh, don’t tell my Boo but I have a UA-cam crush on Marco 💜. Been awesome to watch the build! Taking notes and learning a lot. 🐞IIII🐞
Awesome build. The T-Slot materials is super professional looking and very strong. Appreciate you and Marco's team work also. I shared a photo with you at the Moab meet and greet of my DIY cargo management system I did and for the most part it worked really well on our epic Moab trip to EJS from PA. The biggest challenge, securing the bags and stuff on the top of the system. Putting down the carpeting and anchor system will be a big help. God Bless and Safe Travels!
80/20 Inc. is the way to go for extruded aluminum like this. I have a large slide out fridge side using their slides, and three drawers next to it designed for my JKU. Just over $250 for everything. Some cost savings since I’m not using fancy corner pieces or flat faces, but I’m ok with that.
Looks like a good system. I'm going to to use the building material to put drawers were my back seat is on my 3500 4x4 diesel. I did the extreme off-road as a younger man now over 60 and I still dirt CAMP but I use my truck as a base camp and use my feet to sen everything I use to drive by.
Wanted to say Hello. Your VIDS are so well done....content, editing, video capture....just a complete pleasure to watch. Hope nothing but the best for this channel, it deserves MAJOR sponsors and a huge audience !
Save the wrists and elbows and power tap. Clamp the part, tap in the drill motor, make sure it's lubed, power in on slow, reverse and power out. i've done it and it works pretty fast.
So the reason for not using a drill is in Marco's experience he has had several taps break inside the aluminum profile when using a drill. A little oil and lots of elbow grease and we never had any issues.
Thanks for the response. I love watching your channel. I made the Air-down tool(3/8 hose and quick disconnects at the tires) and am very happy with it, especially airing up. On power tapping. I think you should try it again. Use a 2 flute tap to give the chips a bit more room and drive in 1/3, back out, 2/3 , back out, then full depth. We use a fair amount of the 8020 around work. 2 others and myself have managed to not break any taps with many, many holes tapped . Also, make sure your drill has a break when you let go of the trigger (most cordless do, I have an old corded Milwaukee that doesn’t and it try’s to twist off your wrist even after letting go of the trigger) and even take the clutch off of “drill” and give it a little slip for added anti breakage insurance.
Nice work on both the system and on the nice clear breakdown on the process. I'm considering a half-height and loving that slide out fridge. I'm going to go watch your review video there. I think for a top I'd want something more rigid, then maybe having some recessed L-Track along there to make tie-down options more customizable.
Great video and build! There is a rubber backed marine grade carpet available on Amazon to line the drawers, I use it in my camp kitchen drawers and toolbox drawers. Its very low profile and deadens nicely
It looks great. I'll have to talk to marco and see if I can get some of this stuff. I've been wanting to make a small drawer system like this for a while. Thanks for the share
dude great video and love what you did, the only tip i can give you is that the system u use have corner that it would have save you a toned of work nd man hours .. .just a small tip for the next build....Regards
That turned out nice I wish I could build one. But I have to find cheaper one fo my SUV but want one for fishing gear. Being disabed nice to have stuff right there close not all over. But I got a kids non profit fishing group so got to have fishing gear close for giving away to the kids and low income family's or disabled adults also. We bless many kids and alot of adults. But yeah I like that box very nice. Thanks for sharing just found your channel watched the 2 spot lights you shared very nice brighter than the ones I just reviewed. You have a good weekend god bless
Looks Great...Should really keep ur stuff and Jeep organized for sure, and there is really something to say when you build yourself. Tip the hat to the Chef and Designer...ha ha!
Wow Brad that system came out really nice !! Yourself and Marco did a great job . Was looking forward to the 19 hr video of you both building it .. LOL .. Just kidding !! Until next time take care my friend .
Hi I quickly glanced at the comments and didn’t see any links... did you share or could you please share a link to the square fridge? Love it! Nice built by the way.
I used waterproof cases for my work vehicle and built a rack very close to what he did but built it around pelican cases I got from a FB page "Go boxes rack mounts and more" and I like his idea of the frame material but it is hard to find without buying quantity
Great build! FYI, taps are cheap, if you have several, so you are always working with a sharp one, you can chuck them in your drill and power tap those ends. That looks to be maybe 3/8 HDPE on the top? How is it for strength as a platform? My system will be a little shorter so we can sit on it.
👋 BRAD ! TURNED OUT REALLY CLEAN . SOMETHING TO CHECK INTO . HOW MUCH WAS THE REFRIGERATOR , FREEZER ? DO YOU STILL LIKE IT & DOES IT USE A LOT OF POWER ? BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS ! ENJOYED ! THANK YOU !
You’re like the Mr. Rogers of over landing videos. So kind and welcoming to new viewers/overlanders. I really appreciate your positivity ❤️
I wish I had a friend as handy as Marco
Bags, bags, and more bags. So what the F am I saying. As a test take all the items you put in the draws and put them into designated bags (not including the frig contents, hahaha). You will save tons of space, weight, and oh yeah money. They are easy to move around, stack and cram a lot of things into. I like to have one box for weather proof stuff and maybe to sit on while camping, but bags are the way to go for most of your gear. One might say, "It's not as organized".....however we are all about the cost, weight and space saving when it come to Jeepin. As always, love the vids!
Awesome Brad! Marco is a man of many talents! The main thing I take away from "do it yourself" projects, be it shelving units, slider /bumper installs whatever....is;
You can't do a field repair unless you how how something works!
The way to be safe on the trail is to know everything about your vehicle, all the ins and outside, this will allow you to go forth with confidence! Brad you're a good steward of your talents and time,
Thank you!
100% agree. When you build something, you are completely familiar with it, making fixes easier.
Marco you are a DIY genius what a great friend to have not only at chow time but at every time. Hat off to you sir keep on keeping on doing amazing things
DUDE! This is AWESOME!!!!. I wished I communicated with you sooner. I came across a company called 80/20 and their products are very similar to your project. I have a WK2 Grand Cherokee and similar to you, I wanted to have my own design of installing drawers. I search for MANY months and the prices for drawers for my vehicle range from $500-$700 PER DRAWER..... OUCH!!. I figured if I put my mind and hands to it could create something similar as you did. I'm still waiting for their catalog to arrive so I can sit down on my lunch breaks and pick the specific parts I need. The company also has a UA-cam channel I have watching so I'm pretty excited about starting the project. Once again... AWESOME JOB!!!!!!
80/20 is very similar, but the TSLOT is a little thicker and more durable. Both good options.
Everyone needs a friend like Marco!!!
Wished I lived closer..lol
We in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia use these ladders for road trips, and there is everything you need for a trip inside these stairs ❤️
80/20 has wire mesh panels like the drawer side plastic and they fit the 10 series profile with easy clips. Nice work.
Or you could take a piece of the hdpe and a drill and perforate it so the fridge can breathe.
There’s an 8020 design software that can help with planning and design and if you submit it to 8020 it will give a bill of material and parts list. All pieces cut to size, holes drilled, tapped where needed.
T-Slots offers a free software and the same service too!
Wow thats nice to provide design assistance. Didn’t know this,thx.
I can attest, the service is awesome. Expensive, but 1/3 the cost of GG.
What’s the software?
@@nicholaslandolina you can download a add on from 80/20 for CAD and build out your idea, than send it to them and they will give you a itemized bill.
A turbo tap chucked into a cordless drill (low speed) is a treat for tapping those aluminum bits.
adhesive LED strips inside the drawers would be a nice touch,
To tap the t-slot material, chuck the tap into a drill and tap away. Use Tap Magic as a lube. I work with this stuff all the time and we always power tap. Also some anti seize on all the bolts will keep the stainless steel bolts from reacting to the aluminum.
This video turned out pretty awesome brother! These where fun times for sure!
Couldn't have done it without you!!! Thank you so much... now let's get out of the shop and go do some camping!
@@TrailRecon Definitely man! lets get to use that drawer system!
I've used the T-slot material in the past, great stuff. 30 years as a machinist, done many things. I know tapping by hand will work on your wrist. lol Looked fun to make and looks great. Using button head screws are nice but using them the hex size changes. Nice to standardize everything, less tools needed. 😉
Wow awesome effort. I just bought an IronMan4x4 twin drawer set up (900mm). I haven't unpacked it yet (227LB palatte shipment). After watching one of your videos, I realize I need a platform to put it on. Then once the platform and twin drawers are set up, I'll add the fridge slide (Dometic CFX3 35). Learning a lot from you, thank you.
T-Slot is used extensively in solar panel installation and comes in many different sizes and contours. It’s available at many solar supply and commercial electrical supply houses. Along with the different brackets and finish pieces.
Nice job, B-rad
I'm building a sleeping platform and that drawer fridge would be perfect to fit under it.
The love of your labor genuinely shines through. Very nice, thank you for sharing.
80/20 is super easy to work with and this is a great use of it with a simple project. Lots of opportunity to refine this, but looks good.
Brad, your a GOD! I get so much out of your channel, I have an idea for my own drawer system in my ute that will be a bit similar, but this video has just given me loads of ideas, cheers!
Dude that’s genius!!!! I’m going to have to make my own and also make a video but for the Tacoma! Keep up the great work 🤙🏻
You have a great friend and trail buddy in Marco! Excellent work on your storage system Brad and thank you for sharing once again!
Marco is the best kind of friend!
I am planing on doing something like this for my '19 JL. Because it's a 2 door I am designing it to be completely removable so the rear seat can still be put back in and used and to save weight when i'm not on the trail.
Thank God For MARCO,awesome friend.
Great design Brad , Definitely gave me some ideas. Like how you didn't just throw some compartments / draws together , you put the time and money in to make a quality storage system .
Looks great Brad!! Marco is so much more than an awesome chef!! Can't wait to see it at expo, thanks for sharing!!
We all need a friend like Marco!
Pegboard would be a sturdy solution to the back of the frig area. Wire sounds great but can be damaged if something were to fall on it or get crushed between the seats and the storage system.
this looks sick!
On the Refrigerator backing plate, look at some HVAC intake grills. That way you can have it accessible to remove dust build up, that"ll help to keep it running efficiently. Looks great sir. 😁👍🇺🇸 OlllllllO
An HVAC grill would look a lot cleaner than chicken or rabbit wire. You can bend the louvers to allow for more circulation. Black it out for esthetics.
Looks Great, Brad! Very informative. I had a ton of questions in my mind after your first video regarding the storage system. I think you've answered them all in this video.
Can’t wait to hear your long term opinions regarding the drawer refrigerator. It looks like there is room to wrap it in one inch rigid foam to increase efficiency.
Take a look at the material used for Wrangler grill inserts for the fridge drawer opening. And consider stick on motion lights for Inside of drawers. They're small discs that are bright. Overall great job.
Currently designing a t slot platform bike rack for my trailer hitch. It's like being a kid again with an erector set!
My day is always better with a new video from Brad
Right on! Thank you!
Design one for the new Bronco!
Love when you and Marco get together 😍 Shhhh, don’t tell my Boo but I have a UA-cam crush on Marco 💜. Been awesome to watch the build! Taking notes and learning a lot. 🐞IIII🐞
You should soruce out a vinyl wrap that matches the wood to cover the fridge
That's actually something I'm considering!
@@TrailRecon where did you get all the materials and everything to build your drawer setup
Awesome build. The T-Slot materials is super professional looking and very strong. Appreciate you and Marco's team work also. I shared a photo with you at the Moab meet and greet of my DIY cargo management system I did and for the most part it worked really well on our epic Moab trip to EJS from PA. The biggest challenge, securing the bags and stuff on the top of the system. Putting down the carpeting and anchor system will be a big help. God Bless and Safe Travels!
80/20 Inc. is the way to go for extruded aluminum like this. I have a large slide out fridge side using their slides, and three drawers next to it designed for my JKU. Just over $250 for everything. Some cost savings since I’m not using fancy corner pieces or flat faces, but I’m ok with that.
very nice job, I built my first set out of wood and it worked, my set Im working on now I weleded the frame and made drawers from wood.
Looks like a good system. I'm going to to use the building material to put drawers were my back seat is on my 3500 4x4 diesel. I did the extreme off-road as a younger man now over 60 and I still dirt CAMP but I use my truck as a base camp and use my feet to sen everything I use to drive by.
Marco is such a good friend.
Thanks, this is a huge help in getting ready for our van build. Planning is where it is at.
router out under the rh drawer so you can take out the drawer and access your storage underneath
Wanted to say Hello. Your VIDS are so well done....content, editing, video capture....just a complete pleasure to watch. Hope nothing but the best for this channel, it deserves MAJOR sponsors and a huge audience !
You are too kind, thank you so much!
Save the wrists and elbows and power tap. Clamp the part, tap in the drill motor, make sure it's lubed, power in on slow, reverse and power out. i've done it and it works pretty fast.
So the reason for not using a drill is in Marco's experience he has had several taps break inside the aluminum profile when using a drill. A little oil and lots of elbow grease and we never had any issues.
Thanks for the response. I love watching your channel. I made the Air-down tool(3/8 hose and quick disconnects at the tires) and am very happy with it, especially airing up.
On power tapping. I think you should try it again. Use a 2 flute tap to give the chips a bit more room and drive in 1/3, back out, 2/3 , back out, then full depth. We use a fair amount of the 8020 around work. 2 others and myself have managed to not break any taps with many, many holes tapped . Also, make sure your drill has a break when you let go of the trigger (most cordless do, I have an old corded Milwaukee that doesn’t and it try’s to twist off your wrist even after letting go of the trigger) and even take the clutch off of “drill” and give it a little slip for added anti breakage insurance.
That came out freakin' AWESOME... Way more than I need for mine...but WOW!!! Looks great...
Nice. maybe LED lighting in the draws.
That's and idea I've been considering, something down the road potentially.
I got LED strip lights from eBay that were waterproof about 12" long
Yes!! Been waiting for this video.
WOW great job Brad !!
Nice job and great video.
Thank you very much!
Wow, Marco is awesome! ...super generous!
Good info. Still thinking of where I need to put my deep cell batteries/ power inverter. Then I got to think up some drawer system 🤔
Nice work on both the system and on the nice clear breakdown on the process. I'm considering a half-height and loving that slide out fridge. I'm going to go watch your review video there. I think for a top I'd want something more rigid, then maybe having some recessed L-Track along there to make tie-down options more customizable.
You should have some air filter application to your slider fridge it will extend the life of it
Great video and build! There is a rubber backed marine grade carpet available on Amazon to line the drawers, I use it in my camp kitchen drawers and toolbox drawers. Its very low profile and deadens nicely
Well and 1/2 the fun is doing it with someone and you did save quite a bit to boot.
It was a fun project!
Nice, I would go with a 2 low profile drawers so I can still use the back for storage on top.
It looks great. I'll have to talk to marco and see if I can get some of this stuff. I've been wanting to make a small drawer system like this for a while. Thanks for the share
Excellent job, it looks like y’all have put lots of thought into it and it shows.
Thank y’all for sharing y’all videos
Ciao
Brewed a strong cuppa joe and catching up on some @TrailRecon !
very cool, if you ever in Utah i will love to join you guys in one of your adventures!
dude great video and love what you did, the only tip i can give you is that the system u use have corner that it would have save you a toned of work nd man hours .. .just a small tip for the next build....Regards
Thanks!
Thank you so much!!!!
Nice job from both of you guys.
great video I have a nephew who is a great carpenter and wood worker who can build anything
That turned out nice I wish I could build one. But I have to find cheaper one fo my SUV but want one for fishing gear. Being disabed nice to have stuff right there close not all over. But I got a kids non profit fishing group so got to have fishing gear close for giving away to the kids and low income family's or disabled adults also. We bless many kids and alot of adults. But yeah I like that box very nice. Thanks for sharing just found your channel watched the 2 spot lights you shared very nice brighter than the ones I just reviewed. You have a good weekend god bless
Looks Great...Should really keep ur stuff and Jeep organized for sure, and there is really something to say when you build yourself. Tip the hat to the Chef and Designer...ha ha!
Looks good Brad.
that looks awesome. super job you guys, it also looks super solid
you should put a faux drawer front on that fridge so it matches the bamboo!
Funny you should mentioned that... was just at a vinyls shop today, done!
Wow Brad that system came out really nice !! Yourself and Marco did a great job . Was looking forward to the 19 hr video of you both building it .. LOL .. Just kidding !! Until next time take care my friend .
LOL! No one would have watch a full step by step video.
Great job on the draw system
That looks amazing Brad. Congrats!!!
Hi I quickly glanced at the comments and didn’t see any links... did you share or could you please share a link to the square fridge? Love it! Nice built by the way.
I used waterproof cases for my work vehicle and built a rack very close to what he did but built it around pelican cases I got from a FB page "Go boxes rack mounts and more" and I like his idea of the frame material but it is hard to find without buying quantity
Came out wonderful custom is the way to go DIY Greatness
Just watched the whole video love it. Will probably be asking you questions in the near future
ended up looking fantastic man ! kudos to you and marko!!!
Thank you!
Great video! Thanks for sharing, very helpful, thanks!
Great job and it looks great. Yes I can see that would take a lot of time to build but, know if you want to redesign it for a different Jeep you can.
Wow very nice, look like a nice project,
If you do this again, use your cordless drill to run the tap for threading
Great build! FYI, taps are cheap, if you have several, so you are always working with a sharp one, you can chuck them in your drill and power tap those ends. That looks to be maybe 3/8 HDPE on the top? How is it for strength as a platform? My system will be a little shorter so we can sit on it.
Amazing job. Inspired me to use different material for building my truck out.
This was a great video. You covered some mysteries I wouldn't of known of either. Thanks for sharing.
Curious to see more detail on the drawer fridge, including how you are powering it. I’d like to build one into my XJ potentially.
Dometic CD series. It’s been 6 months since you asked. Though, if other folks want to know...
Great video thank you!
6:44 nice stainless steel latch.
Great custom job.😎
Nice work bro!, Great design too! I can't wait to start on my own. I really like the drawer fridge size.
Loving the jeep! Thanks for the video, I may do it one day... one day haha!
Very Nice Build Good Ideas, Tks for the video
you should have watched the manual for 8020th. the are many various connectors you can use so you don't need to drill into the front!!!
Great content! Loving the aluminum T-Slot material!
Great build,
Have you considered using a soffit vent for the rear. Inexpensive and would give a very neat finished look while providing ventilation.
I haven't but will have to look into it, thank you.
Just put an order in for 8020. Looking at the HDPE panels. Not sure if to go for the 1/8 inch or the 1/4 inch. Strength vs. weight...
👋 BRAD !
TURNED OUT REALLY CLEAN . SOMETHING TO CHECK INTO . HOW MUCH WAS THE REFRIGERATOR , FREEZER ? DO YOU STILL LIKE IT & DOES IT USE A LOT OF POWER ?
BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS ! ENJOYED ! THANK YOU !