ARE THEY WORTH THE HYPE? / Gen 2 Decked Drawers
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- Опубліковано 6 чер 2024
- Is the @Decked Gen 2 Drawer system worth the hype over Gen 1? In this video I go over the differences and tell you my opinion.
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I like them, a lot. Just couldn’t justify losing 85% of by bed depth.
That is the only reason why i sold my deck system.
My only issue with mine is, WHY THE HELL DIDNT I GET THIS SOONER. It saves space in the bed of the truck but at the same time it does take the depth of the bed down to around 12 inches or so from the bed rails. the good side to that is your tools are safe from rain and honest people, unless you add a solid bed cover that has locking access only inside the bed, any cover that has an exposed lock on the outside of the cover can be gotten into. all in all, this is a great thing to add to your truck.
Yes the drawer system is awesome. Many don’t like it and many do like it. Everyone has their opinion and needs. I like them and works good for me.
Had the two draw system in my jeep gladiator.
Great system if you need to store a lot of tools for the job site.
Yes they take up room!
Yes they are for those who need real storage of tools rather than a delivery truck.
But the real reason I liked mine. I was involved in a rear end collision.
Another vehicle hit me from behind doing between 50 and 70 mph.
He had to be removed from his vehicle with the jaws of life.
My truck, although totaled, was intact due to the decked tool system.
Every cop, fireman, and EMS person wanted to know what kept my truck intact.
I’ll be placing this in my new vehicle asap.
That’s awesome. Very cool to know. Thank you.
Just installed my gen 2 yesterday! Spending the day today organizing. This product is Awesome!!!
I am glad you are enjoying it! It is simple and one of a kind!
Great info video and review. I will be forwarding this to the truck owners in my family. Thank you.
No problem. I appreciate the comment. I love the drawer system especially this new design.
Absolutely killer set up for kayak fishing. When I had my truck I was considering Deck’d. The improvements are top notch.
Yes much improved storage capacity for sure and it’s nice everything locks.
Awesome review 🙏🏽
Thank you.
Best video for those that have Gen 1 and are considering upgrading to Gen 2! Thanks so much!
No problem sir. Glad it helped.
@@rjmfishtales gen 3 is out lol
Good video man, thanks for the review!
Thank you. They are definitely worth the money if you like this kind of setup in your truck. I missed having them.
@@rjmfishtales I’ve currently got a gen 1 in my truck and I’ve been thinking about getting the gen 2 and your video definitely answered some questions I had about it. Thanks again!
@jonasj333 I am glad I could help. See if you can sell it and get the gen 2 if you think you would like it better. The lockable stash bush definitely give a lot more storage.
@@rjmfishtales Yes I also liked how you can easily put something thin down the length of the bed now that the ammo can form isn’t in the way. I use my decked system for tools and it would be nice the be able to keep some strait edges and levels down the side or even be able to go to the back and grab something if it’s slid to the back. That’s one of my current battles where I’ve had things slid past and has now been lost to the front of the bed and it’s horrible to get back there to get anything out. I also like how the new ammo cans don’t let a liquid in, that was always a battle I was fighting. Just out of curiosity, do you know if any of the old tool boxes would fit in the new drawers? There always a box of tools that I don’t touch too often but would still like to keep on the truck, if the old box would fit I’d just put it at the back of one of the drawers.
@jonasj333 yes it will definitely fit as that box is smaller than the new one. Just won’t be right like before but will fit.
I just ordered mine for a Nissan frontier. I'm a 1099 cable installation tech and this is going to be a game changer
That’s awesome. You will love it.
Great Review! Thank you.
No problem sir.
I decided one of these for my new Silverado and I'm glad I did. It's a tad pricey for sure but man, do I love my drawers so far
That’s awesome. Very useful and a great way to organize. Also to get to every thing with ease
I can only speak on the above bed tool box. I so glad I made the purchase yes it $900 and $100 for ladder but with my 2020 Silverado 2500HD seating high I love it.
That is priced right. A weatherguard tool box is 1200-1300. They are not made as good as they use to be. You throw a piece of wood against it or whatever and it’s all dented. The crossover box from Decked is so much better because you can beat the crap out of it and it looks the same.
Great video!
Thank you ma’am.
Absolutely a great system! Thanks for sharing and going over this Ryan. I really think it's system that works well and folks will appreciate if they are in the market looking. Keep up the good work my friend!
Thank you Dave.
We run them decks in our f350s, concrete construction so we put them to work!!! They are amazing and very durable, we live in Michigan and even in the winter with snow and ice they still perform well,, if your on the fence because they expensive just trust me and buy one, they worth it
Absolutely! They work so well for electrical work that I do. When I was in the field I had all my cordless tools, batteries, drill bit & tips, lots of extra hand tools all organized! Made it so easy to inventory and make sure all your tools were back in the truck! Yes it was awesome in my HD truck with the little longer drawers. But the short drawers now work just fine for kayak fishing!
What about moisture?
@billd3765 you will always have a small level of moisture. Anything you really need to protect I suggest putting in a IP65/67 box. I use Milwaukee Packouts for anything I want to keep dry 100 percent which is very little. When you buy it they give you 2 watertight boxes. But I leave cordless tools in there with no long term issues.
Thanks for the great video.
No problem sir. That is why I do this.
Our Gen 2 arrived this morning. Washing the truck and installing in the morning.
Good deal! You will love it
I don't know if that is your normal music or not...but damn, that was a killer jam.
I listen to everything!
Everyone has different preferences for their truck storage, I had a decked and hated it while a co-worker who does the same job loves his. My biggest concern was things sliding top of it and busting out my back window.
I put a mat on top of it to prevent at and they sell mats to go with their system as well for that reason.
@@rjmfishtales I tried that but didn’t feel comfortable leaving things on it that weren’t strapped down. Also couldn’t even fit a weed trimmer between the decked and my tonneau cover when it was raining and that was the deal breaker for me. Thanks for your video!
@masonmueller2637 no problem sir. I get it.
Great video. What ladder rack do you have? I’d love one.
Yakima Overhaul HD Rack. Not cheap but worth every penny.
I have a video on that as well on the channel.
I own a Gen 2 installed in a 2023 Ram Bighorn 2500. Im not in love with it because it is not as practical for me as as much as I thought it would be. The loss of bed depth is needed more than unique storage.
I totally understand that. But as a fisherman the unique storage means more than bed space at the current time. But like I said I completely understand your point.
That’s a really nice system! Lots of flexibility!
Thanks Beth. I did miss having these with or without a trailer.
I’ve made drawer systems for my trucks for 20+ years. I use 1/2” plywood & 3/4” pine. I get more storage space for a fraction of the “decked” system.
Yeah I used to say that but wood isnt as tough or last as long when water hits it. Just bought a new truck and they came with. Not sure I like them but they are nice.
Let me know how good your wood works when it warps and starts rotting
20+ years. No issues!
@pkweisel thanks good.
@pkweisel that is good. Not sure why thanks came up instead.
I can’t justify using my whole truck bed for the Decked System. If they offered a single drawer for one of the sides, I would buy it.
That would be cool. Only problem is holding it down and in place in the bed of truck itself. I know Weatherguard and American Van make steel and diamond plate aluminum ones but not as high so limited storage for bigger stuff. Good for tools though.
@rjmfishtales i have lower bed hooks in my truck bed, if they come out with a single drawer it could attach to the lower bed hook to hold it in place. The lower hook will be blocked anyway with the drawe. I still have an upper hook to use to tie anything down with.
@TopWaterAssassin78 the gen 2 have tie downs built in for that reason when the others get blocked. Maybe one day they may release one sided drawers. I am sure they have thought about it. Or tried.
If you add a rack of some sort there not a whole lot you can't haul on top of it. I'd stay away from gravel or any loos bulky stuff. But stuff like furniture, appliances, 4-wheeler, ect. Aren't a problem.
I actually run only one side in my f150, haven't had any problems even 4 wheeling.
what is the distance from top of the deck to the top of the bed rail? Also is there any accessories to haul 8 foot
Lumber is a 6’6” bed?
The distance to the top of rail from box will depend on your vehicle. But most beds are 20-21 inches deep. Drawers are 12 inches tall. So remaining is 8-9 inches. Sometimes 10. No accessories for hauling 8 foot lumber. My bed is 5’8 long. I just leave tailgate up and stack it on angle. The other day I picked up 8 sheets of 3/4 ply and 24 2x4s no problem. The decked drawers have tie downs built in and I have plenty in the truck. Just strap down all your stuff and good to go. The decked drawers will not restrict you. Just everything is taller out of bed so strap down and go! I rather the drawers than not at all.
Can you do a video for packout in the drawers?
I did a short with the organizers in it. They fit just fine. This is on another channel I have that I started. More for construction
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I have the version 1 . I would love to have version 2 it looks more storage ❤❤
It’s definitely a big difference. All my Milwaukee packouts now fit flat and so much more. It’s worth trying to sell your old one and get this one. Or sell a kidney. Lol.
@@rjmfishtales Kidney 🤣 your right
Any idea what the clearance is? Trying to figure out if the Roll N Lock tonneau cover canister will fit with Decked.
You have about 9-10 inches left above the drawers. Depending on bed depth. The drawers are 12 inches tall. So measure your bed depth and subtract 12. Most beds are 20-22 inches deep.
As a very satisfied Gen 1 owner (F-150) I am blown away by the improvements in Gen 2 and am plotting… 😅
You will definitely love it over Gen 1. The drawers being squared off and being able to fit my Milwaukee packouts makes it awesome. Also a lot more room. The stash bins being dry now. Love it!! I have locks on everything which makes it even more awesomely!!! You won’t regret.
@@rjmfishtales The G1 ammo cans also not that useful (and not waterproof), now entirely useful and waterproof. Opening inner toolboxes while still in the drawer is money. How do you access the corner turnbuckles to keep the assembly tight in the bed?
@tommyrq180 through the stash bins just like you did with the ammo cans. The inserts are removable. The initial kit comes with 4 and I added 4 more on the order. You need to order 2 shallow and 2 deep to have all 4 corners to have waterproof storage or you just leave as an open hole. Up to you. It’s 50 dollars more to have 4 more so definitely worth it as they are sold in pairs at 25 each.
I made my own with PT lumber and coated with truck bed liner. Whole thing cost less than $200 (less than $100 since I had most of the materials already)
Very cool.
Not everyone is handy with a ruler and saw nor have the tools to cut.
Moisture is the question. You addressed it but still looks to me like rain will get in. Do you need to drill drain holes, or will rain REALLY not get in?
Rain does not get in it at all. It would defeat the purpose of anyone having them.
I pressure wash mine and zero water gets in. 😊
@tommyrq180 that’s awesome. Is it like @decked commercial I see 40 times a day on UA-cam. Haha
Did you spray paint your tie downs black?
They came black from @decked
Very nice
Thank you. I appreciate it.
Good morning. Nice system! Do you mind me asking whats the cost on your set up? Thank you. Have a good day
The complete set up around the whole back of vehicle was $4200 with tax etc. If you are asking just about drawers they are $1600 plus tax.
@@rjmfishtales Thank you for getting back to me! Have a good day
You as well and no problem sir.
Did the tall cans fit in the cab side openings?
Tall cans fit on both sides. I have a tall and a short in all 4 corners. So total of 8 inserts.
I wish they made this for older trucks.
This may be something worth reaching out to them for??!! They may be able to laser measure your bed and cut the plastic top pieces for you. You can always modify easily how you attach it to your bed. I will tag this comment on my IG page and also tag @decked. Like is said call them and see what they can do.
Can you send me a link to your overhead truck bed setup? Looks good.
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It’s a Yakima Overhaul HD rack with side bars.
Plus I have a video on the rack itself on my channel
Hello buddy how's your doing? Man i like that Gen 2 Decked Drawers man. It looks so nice in your truck too. If you can i like to see how everything looks like with the kayak on the back man. I have an F 350 & just seeing this is got me thinking about getting one now. That is an very nice Decked Drawers man. P.S. Ryan buddy can I get your opinion on something? My wife just found some sandals yesterday in a store that the toes area is close up but the back of the heels is open so it's a slips on sandals. Do you think that I should buy it to keep my toes warm for the winter time since my chubby fat wide toes are hurting me when my toes get cold because of my bad nerves that are in my toes or should I just keep my money & fine someone who can make Custom shoes for me? My wife said that they have my size 15 in the store & she thinks that their are wide enough for my feet 🦶. I just don't know what to do but i do need something to keep my toes warm while me wearing my flip flops 🩴. Right now I put the heat on my toes when I am outside in cold weather while being loaded up my Trailer. I appreciate your opinion buddy. I hope everything is going well with the work you are doing in your bathroom & you & your family are having a good weekend buddy.
I love the Decked drawers and always have. If you have a long bed (8 foot) you can do the drawers and crossover box. But they are well worth it.
As far as the shoes if you can get an enclosed front
I would instead of open toe. Me personally, I would get custom shoes made and be done. Get sneakers, slip on and dress shoes etc so you have. I would also get custom boots
@rjmfishtales yeah I am going to look into the Decked Drawers. & The sandals are closed toes in the front of the sandal. It the back part were your heels is that is open & it's a slips on sandals. My toes won't be open at all. It's like A half of a front shoe. My wife thinks that it would keep my toes warm in the cold because my toes are not open to the weather. I am looking into getting some Custom shoes made. I just trying to find someone who can make them. My wife wants me to keep wearing my flip flops 🩴 because she loves seeing my chubby fat wide toes barefooted 👣 & in flip flops 🩴 but she understands the pain that I am in when it's cold outside. Thank you so much for your opinion man.
How do you think this system would standup to snow sitting on them as far as waterproofing?
You will be fine. Water will not get in at all. I have had snow on mine when I lived up north for weeks at a time and never had problems even on the Gen 1 system.
It looks like it stops a few inches short of the full length of the bed. Like it looks like there is a 8" gap between the back of the drawers and the tailgate. Why?
Every truck bed is different. A short bed drawer is going to be the same size across all trucks and same thing for a long bed drawer. They are not going to make different drawers for different trucks. They just change the top piece to fit different truck beds. So being the Chevy has the longest bed across all sizes and makes of trucks they have the biggest gap at the back. My ford had a 4 inch gap and this truck has more because it’s like 5’9 inches long. The back is where it is short that’s it. Everywhere else is cut to size.
damn i bought mine just over 1 year ago and they told me they had no plans to make a new design guess i only had to wait 6 months for the Gen2
They are definitely worth it. I would try selling Gen 1 to get this version for sure.
@@rjmfishtales no need i have a 1500 i want a 3500 for my next truck in a year or two and would get it then or Gen3 lol they need to mage the cargo glide wider for on top i did not buy it since so small
@usnrecon82 ok. The slide is probably based on the structure connection points and I am sure if they make bigger it may be an issue. I just use the stuff. That’s all I know. I am sure Gen 3 will be a ways from now. Probably a ten year mark before they make changes again.
They should make ones with 1/3 - 1/2 less height
There is drawer units out there half the height from American Van that is made from diamond plate. Just drawers and only 50 inches deep. I use to have those too. Worked pretty good and held quite a bit.
I am so torn with losing the depth of the bed...
It all depends what you do with the bed of your truck. Do you always have items in it? Or do you carry big items all the time? You get use to it. All you need to do is learn that all you need to do is have tie downs with you. I think it’s completely worth it. Sometimes if you have a cover over bed then sometimes it can be a pain. In my opinion if you have @decked drawers i would use a cover as well because a lot times you would need to flip out of the way.
If you carry a lot of small items and tools etc I think drawers are completely worth it for security. Or you get a hard cover that is hard to break into. Your call.
Same, I built a single drawer out of plywood a couple years ago for about $80 but it slides around the bed to this day lol it’s awesome tho
Losing all of the wheel well area space was the real dealbreaker for me with the previous model, so I sold it. It's great that they're making improvements for anyone who's interested in buying for the first time or upgrading, but DECKED isn't ever getting another dollar from me.
They have their pros and cons. Everyone’s needs and preferences are different. If I need my full bed I can always remove in 10-15 minutes. Sorry to hear you didn’t like them
Why will they never get another dollar from you?
@@fishingismydrug1Cause he's broke.
lol. 😂
What exactly do u put in the wheel well space my guy? 😂😂
I wonder. What would happen if you got rear ended? Does the deck protrude the cab?
You would have to be hit extremely hard. With the set back your frame would have to buckle over 2 feet and I think the Decked system would break first.
Gen 1 didn't notice videos said gen 2. With a few sheets of OSB stacked on top I have put 2300 lb pallets on it many times. With that being said I can't reach the back of my drawers it's deeper than my arm can reach that is a waste of space. I beat the hell out of mine every day I store heavy masonry tools in it. Nothing has broken on drawers yet. Can't store much else on top without feeling like it will fly off on the freeway. Overall I'm still on the fence sometimes I regret it and others it's nice to have my tools out of the weather and thieves can't see my tools especially if I have some OSB and random junk on top you don't know it's there.
I like them. It all depends what you need to do with your bed
Could’ve been a Tahoe!
They are just ok, had two of them and sold them due to wasted space, not for everyone and definitely not for contractors.
Like you said not for everyone. There is not one vehicle accessory that is. I use for fishing and electrical work. It is exactly what I need. I also have trailers so bed space is not my concern. I need items out of the elements without installing a bed cap or cover that doesn’t work for me.
What roof rack is that?
Yakima Overhaul HD Rack with side bars to mount accessories
Review of the Yakima Overhaul HD Rack / Yakima Topwater Box / Rotopax Containers
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Is this waterproof?
Yes but nothing is 100 percent. They advertise weatherproof but not Tupperware tight. I keep everything in these drawers and have no problem.
Same height as gen 1?
Yes it is.
Locks on the main drawer should be standard
Locks are not standard. That is an option because you don’t need them if your tailgate locks.
@@rjmfishtales I would still equip the locks to my drawer system even though the tailgate locks, as an additional layer of security. Having locks as an option just feels like a money-grab from DECKED.
I made my own 1/3 the cost$
That’s awesome.
Time is money so realistically you spent more.
@@Deltron6060 No I didn't spend more. 1/3 the cost, do the math. Time is money, not really. My time was free-time. And my design was better, more efficient for my future jobs with cost effectiveness in full access for my tools, that there system doesn't provide. So Realistically; Check Mate & Match.
Do you make your own soap too? 😂 All jokes aside, nicely done. Shoot us some photos, we'd love to check it out!
@@Decked I will get you photo's when I get a chance. What I use for sliding it, paste WAX & Plastic cutting boards. There is a 4'X8' sheet of plywood on the top of the drawers, that slides in & out. If I had to, it all can come out. Two drawer system I design without a blue print LOL... I have a full size truck bed. All trucks they are building today, are over sized flower pots with short beds LOL.. Every-time I'm at Home Depot or such, drop my tailgate to load, they see it and go WOW! No space is wasted, specially in the middle. No wheels required. And my drawers are completely square for depth. 6-1/2ft long. Battery system is going to fill the rest of it over time. I can pull my drawers right out to the ends; Slide it out further on to the work horses. There is much more.
Had a terrible buying experience from decked. Box came upright/ missing parts/ open…and 4 days late past the tracking date. No response other than one generic reply per my 15 emails. F decked
Wow that’s crazy. When I bought my first one I had one piece missing. I called them and they answered right away. Told them the issue and got the new piece and more 2 days later. Did you try calling? When it comes to stuff like that I don’t email. Sorry to hear about it. The shipping company was the issue on that.
The drawers will outlast that chevy
You got that right sir!!!!!
Is it water proof?
It’s rain & snow tight. Nothing gets wet or soaked with water. If you have a high moisture level in the air you may get some moisture inside. Like Decked says it’s not Tupperware tight. I keep cordless tools etc in drawers and no issues. You may get a little rust over time on your tools but that is normal for all tools. If you delicate equipment use the boxes that come with Decked when you purchase drawers or us Milwaukee packouts that have an IP67/65 rating and good to go. No tool box or tonneau cover on the market is 100 percent waterproof. If you want waterproof keep inside your truck if it’s that delicate. Besides that the gen 2 drawers are a big improvement and even the storage bins on top have a lip and things stay dry and you can lock them.
@@rjmfishtales was thinking more for my firefighting gear. Don’t want it getting wet at all
@heavyhitta52 oh you will be 100 percent fine with that for sure. I use to keep mine in the drawers back in the day of the 1st gen before they made it more water and dust tight. I use to keep bunker gear in a bag and my mask in another one and was fine. Definitely good for that stuff for sure and use the other drawer for rescue gear and tools.
@@rjmfishtalesawesome thanks!!
@heavyhitta52 no problem
Seems like alot of wasted space
Yes they take up room in the bed. But for me to haul kayak with tailgate down its the only way to have lockable storage for my gear. If I didn’t have a rack as well I could have done side tool boxes. It is set up for my needs.
Waste of bed space lol 😆
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Can't get load of dirt or mulch anymore 🫤
You could I would just put down a tarp. It can handle 2000 pounds. Plus that is why they make trailers. 🤔😄. But seriously though you can dirt and mulch. Just place tarp inside bed. Maybe only get a yard at a time since you did lose depth.