I love how you made this so simple. Like seriously people overcomplicate a bed platform for their fjs. But yours was so simple to the point. Nothing bad at all about it. Loved the video.
I built this and used it, it's fantastic! The only difference is I used an overall length of 73". I just leave the hatch folded back so I have enough room to position the seats for driving comfortably. Then just move the seats all the way forward and flip the panel forward. Magic! Thanks again!
Can't imagine sleeping in a FJ Cruiser at your height! I'm barely 6' and even with a platform it's not optimal. Learned from my first build where I tried to leave the rear seat functional which can work. I used scrap wood and the plywood was junk.
I see a potential problem accessing the jack on the left side in the rear. Perhaps a hinged section at the rear? I made a simple platform in the rear and the seats are still installed. The platform provides a flat area for my dog, and I have tow straps, chains, some tool, etc under the platform. I would like to install a second section forward and hinge the back section to it with another hinged section behind the front seats resulting in three sections with the center one tying the front and rear sections. Now if I only had a place to store the seat bottoms.
lw9 cc i can look at it later but basically I cut the plywood where is the edge of the folded seat . So when you open it it will give you access under and you can use the space as storage
Mark Miguel i have old man emu 3 inch lift and 285s (33s) tires . And that thing is great . People spending extreme amounts of money in crazy suspensions and big 35s tires and they brake all the time on the trails . I witnessed many fails on expensive shit . I do a lot of off road and never ever had problems with this set up 👍 old man emu is well now all around the world 👍
@@colorado4x4adventures62 Thanks! Great easy build. Monday headed to hardware store. Did you mention how long you did the cut for the piano hinge? Keep up the good work. I’m psyched.
Yes the seats are all the way forward. To create much space as possible. That is why you make the folding door . Open up when driving around. My seat is all the way back . Camping sliding seat to front . Doors down 👍
If you carry 3 people in the car including yourself do you think a piano hinge down the long side to fold in half lengthwise for travelling with one rear passenger would work?
@@colorado4x4adventures62 so then your overall height has to be bigger, to compensate for the seats., but in turn would create ample storage space under the bed. I would think using a hardwood such as Birch or Oak would be better than Doug Fir ply, to support the weight of two people? This gives me what I need to start on mine. Thx!
Hi I didn’t secure it to the floor, the platform weighs quite bit plus I have stuff on top of that during a day , driving trails no problem with any movement at all
хулитыноешь don’t know that one . You can easily figure that one out . They are long just to the point where the floor in the car goes up . Just measure the flat part in the trunk befor the step up👍
I don't understand how anyone of you did 70 anything.im only 5'9 and with the board at 70 long I had to put my seat so far forward I'm feel unsafe. I sure can't put a passenger in my car
did you made the front part on hinge ? i am 6.5 and no problem. yes for sleeping you have to slide front seat to be able to gain room . in the morning fold it up , slide seat back and i got my seat all the way back no problem
I love how you made this so simple. Like seriously people overcomplicate a bed platform for their fjs. But yours was so simple to the point. Nothing bad at all about it. Loved the video.
Thanks!! Hopefully you sleep good!!
I built this and used it, it's fantastic! The only difference is I used an overall length of 73". I just leave the hatch folded back so I have enough room to position the seats for driving comfortably. Then just move the seats all the way forward and flip the panel forward. Magic! Thanks again!
Joe Ray great!! Enjoy!! Summer is coming!
Wow that's awesome! I am tall too. I don't want to set up camp every night or spend $125 for a room, plus I have a small dog 10lbs. You are the man!
Cool i am glad you like it ! I use it quite a lot . And it is much better than tent ⛺️. Rain , wind , cold , always cozy inside the FJ
This is the platform I've been looking for.
Kris Blevins thanks!! And enjoy the building of it !! I will be back sleeping on it next week on our adventure to Buena Vista Colorado.
me too. Great idea to add that block of wood and use the center console for support!
Thank you so mich for being quick and getting to the point 💙
You welcome!
Best easiest one I've seen. Thank you!
Awesome!! Good travels and camping!
I made one today and it worked out great ! Thanks for sharing.
Great ! Have a good time
Super Phenomenal man!
👊😎.Am doing this for my fj.
Thnx bro.
karil consuegra nice !! Have fun!!
Thanks man, I’m totally going to do this,
Awesome, thank you!!
This is awesome, I am 6'8. Love my FJ!!
Nice 👍 I love my fj too 💪💪 thanks for watching!
This is awesome, thank you
El Compa Ish you welcome!
Love it!
Awesome!!
Man that’s a great idea!
Thanks!!
super :-)
I knew ze se ti to bendze like it: ) Kamo : ))
Can't imagine sleeping in a FJ Cruiser at your height! I'm barely 6' and even with a platform it's not optimal. Learned from my first build where I tried to leave the rear seat functional which can work. I used scrap wood and the plywood was junk.
yeah it is tite but still manage to fit in . and it is only a couple of nights in it so it is doable
I see a potential problem accessing the jack on the left side in the rear. Perhaps a hinged section at the rear? I made a simple platform in the rear and the seats are still installed. The platform provides a flat area for my dog, and I have tow straps, chains, some tool, etc under the platform. I would like to install a second section forward and hinge the back section to it with another hinged section behind the front seats resulting in three sections with the center one tying the front and rear sections. Now if I only had a place to store the seat bottoms.
Anything what fits your personal needs is the best✌️
Do you have any recommendations for cargo rack make/brand? BTW great video! Working on making this soon.
I don’t know anything about cargo racks sorry . Good luck with the build!
Thanks for the video, could you please mention the size of the hinge area? Like how long you cut off from the 70inch length to install hinge?
lw9 cc i can look at it later but basically I cut the plywood where is the edge of the folded seat . So when you open it it will give you access under and you can use the space as storage
lw9 cc just measured it’s 12 inches
Cool set up! What size tires and lift kit do you have on your rig?
Mark Miguel i have old man emu 3 inch lift and 285s (33s) tires . And that thing is great . People spending extreme amounts of money in crazy suspensions and big 35s tires and they brake all the time on the trails . I witnessed many fails on expensive shit . I do a lot of off road and never ever had problems with this set up 👍 old man emu is well now all around the world 👍
@@colorado4x4adventures62Thanks for the reply....I agree, OME lift kits are one the best and reasonably priced.
Do you need the camping table under for support or add another 2by 4? Doesn’t flex in the middle?Thanks
You can add 2x4 if you like. I just have my table there because it fits in perfectly
@@colorado4x4adventures62 Thanks! Great easy build. Monday headed to hardware store. Did you mention how long you did the cut for the piano hinge? Keep up the good work. I’m psyched.
How far up are your seats? I measured mine and 70 seems to push the seats up quite a bit to accommodate.
Yes the seats are all the way forward. To create much space as possible. That is why you make the folding door . Open up when driving around. My seat is all the way back . Camping sliding seat to front . Doors down 👍
If you carry 3 people in the car including yourself do you think a piano hinge down the long side to fold in half lengthwise for travelling with one rear passenger would work?
CheekyMonkey i am not sure because the rear seats are completely out . If you keep the seat in it won’t be flat.
@@colorado4x4adventures62 so then your overall height has to be bigger, to compensate for the seats., but in turn would create ample storage space under the bed. I would think using a hardwood such as Birch or Oak would be better than Doug Fir ply, to support the weight of two people? This gives me what I need to start on mine. Thx!
Did you secure the platform to the floor of the FJ? If not, did it move at all when you were driving it? Thanks for sharing
Hi I didn’t secure it to the floor, the platform weighs quite bit plus I have stuff on top of that during a day , driving trails no problem with any movement at all
How tall did you say you are? I'm 6 feet tall and wondering if I will fit in here to sleep on my sides comfortably.
Phoenixman hi i am 6’,5” so you should be good 👍
Where did you get the Hinge from?
The Magic Short Bus Home Depot . Piano hinge
supercool, man! and super simple, great job!
could you post all the measurements, please!? tnx!
хулитыноешь thanks ! The measurements are 70x42inches. It’s on the video too 👍
@@colorado4x4adventures62 and what's the size and length of the 'legs' under the platform on the back, please?
хулитыноешь 2x4 inch
@@colorado4x4adventures62 length?
хулитыноешь don’t know that one . You can easily figure that one out . They are long just to the point where the floor in the car goes up . Just measure the flat part in the trunk befor the step up👍
What thickness plywood did you use?
Joe Ray hi I used 5/8 but you can go ticker 👍
@@colorado4x4adventures62
Thank you sir! Great build and explanation!
What year is your FJ cruiser
Hi it is 2007
What were the dimensions?
It’s in the video check it out
Can you sit up there?
Yes 👍
@@colorado4x4adventures62 Thanks. If you can, I can since I'm shorter.
id raise it up to the wheel well level
Why?
@@msheehandub Cause he's a vampire and likes to sleep in a coffin.
I don't understand how anyone of you did 70 anything.im only 5'9 and with the board at 70 long I had to put my seat so far forward I'm feel unsafe. I sure can't put a passenger in my car
did you made the front part on hinge ? i am 6.5 and no problem. yes for sleeping you have to slide front seat to be able to gain room . in the morning fold it up , slide seat back and i got my seat all the way back no problem
@@colorado4x4adventures62 I could even get it to fit at 70. I had to trim off more to close the door
Yes, yes, yes right to the point. I’m doing this to but it’s going to be better than yours. Thank you for the fantastic idea.
Finished yours yet?
FF A Lol no....
@@christopherfalcon5856 And Now??? looking forward to the plans?
Did you finish it? Post a video
to much talking no action