Simplest sleeping platform for your Rav4 -- or any SUV

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Simplest sleeping platform for your Rav4 -- or any SUV

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Күн бұрын

This has to be the easiest way to make an elevated flat sleeping platform for your SUV for car camping, complete with storage space beneath the bunk yet still giving you ample headroom. I did this for my 2020 Toyota Rav4 but you can use the same idea for almost all SUV that do not offer a 100% level rear compartment. I am 5"10" and it is perfect for me. This method for the 2020 Rav4 should work well for people 6'3" or shorter. Any taller you might be a little uncomfortable.
Mattresses come in king, queen, full, twin and "single" sizes. The one shown in the video is a single size tri-fold MemoryFoam mattress. It measures 72x24 inches, so it is a perfect fit. Since it is not an air mattress, there is nothing to blow up. It is super comfy. I also bought a 75x30" fitted cot sheet for it as shown in the video. Both can be purchased from Amazon.
Link for the mattress on Amazon: www.amazon.com...

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@OldZenMonk 3 жыл бұрын

A man, a car, a drill, some wood, four table legs, imagination = a bed..... you Need a fishing pole, ice chest a samich and a Lawn chair ... good to go! Loved the voice and video 🙏🏻

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching my friend!

@keanu6161 3 жыл бұрын

I agree ! love the design and love your voice!!

@ziondanny7081 3 жыл бұрын

A man??

@shane5385 2 жыл бұрын

You could just use reg wood for the legs too

@endlessnameless6494 Күн бұрын

Never text and drive, guys. Eyes on the road. Thousands die each year due to driving while distracted...stay safe!

@QueenAyeee 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect, never could understand why so many people have to have a queen size bed in a van. Takes up so much room. Enjoy.

@R2MintOptions 3 жыл бұрын

Better yet, just use a cot (the ones with bungee cords provide more comfort). Less weight and it's multipurpose--turn it into a lounge chair.

@Flamenizzle 3 жыл бұрын

Well I will say one of the easier answers is two people

@ralphsanchico2452 3 жыл бұрын

@@Flamenizzle Exactly! wifey and I aren't exactly Ken and Barbie anymore!

@JenMarco 3 жыл бұрын

Some people roll around a lot. I sleep in a queen bed at home by myself and when I get hot I roll over to the other side that’s cool. I go back and forth all night sometimes, lol!

@waleedabdulrab8779 Жыл бұрын

I like to sprawl when I sleep, and a smaller bed wouldn’t allow me to do that. Twin is fine as I’m only 5’5”, but I’d imagine for a taller person, sprawling would require a bigger mattress.

@BrianDillingham 2 жыл бұрын

Love how clean this is. Toyota should just make a feature that pulls out like this

@larrykramer6057 3 жыл бұрын

I like your simple way of doing a bed instead of trying to make a motel in the back of your car like some people do. I just put a cot in the back of my Sienna.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@florindagonzalez5700 3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking of doing the same. Pretty comfortable. Now I need the van

@Unpescador1 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely done. Of all the SUV bed projects I have looked at, this one is lean and uncomplicated. Will be building this one for sure!

@catpatrick3838 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! I used your method for a bed platform in my Highlander. My second row seats also incline about 6" when the seats are folded. I used the 6" Parsons table legs from Home Depot (they were less chunky) and covered the platform with automotive carpet from O'Reilly's. I didn't cut out around the wheel well portion and I merely sawed of the corners so I wouldn't have the sharp edges since I don't have a jigsaw, and didn't want to fork out the money for one. I also ended up adding a second set of legs toward the middle of the platform due to a bit of sagging in that area. The total cost was around $70 and I now have a removable platform. Never in a million years would I have thought to do such a simple build for a bed. Added bonus, if I ever decide to remove the seats all I have to do is add two legs at the head of the platform and it's done!

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Good job!

@brownsounddesign 3 жыл бұрын

The cut away is a great solution. Makes sense and gives that extra space!

@wrcosby32 3 жыл бұрын

I’m going to give it go tomorrow on my Rav 4 prime! Thank you so much for the simple and creative idea and sharing it with us!

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Hope it will work well for you!

@501badgirl501 3 жыл бұрын

That is probably the best, simple platform I have seen. Great idea. Thank you :)

@taylorvance5932 2 жыл бұрын

Functional and aesthetically pleasing. I wish I didn’t want to complicate it by making it fold up into the cargo area when not camping. But, with the tri-fold mattress , it should work!

@stephenschuit7880 3 жыл бұрын

Like your idea for taking table-tops and cutting back the legs! Those small legs seem to work great too. Nice.

@paulabrown-smith3290 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the simple design and addressing the incline. I have that issue in my terrain and all the youtube videos never mention how to work around it.. Thanks. I like quick simple and I want it so I can rest when needed for my drives

@wolfeadventures 2 жыл бұрын

This is most simple yet perfect sleeping platform. Thank you.

@Elmatt13 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I’m going with a Birchwood plywood 3/4 inch for my Outback. This set up will enable me to buy a good sleeping bag. Thanks for taking the time to post the video, it helped me!

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck! Thanks for watching.

@cmcer1995 3 жыл бұрын

Simple design and functional. Double it and you have enough for two. Great idea.

@RealPeterGunn 3 жыл бұрын

I have been an avid watcher of Dentan’s videos for a long time. Look him up on KZfaq. He camps alone in his small SUV along with a table, Jackery power supply, cooler and he makes wonderful meals. I am so inspired by his build as well as yours. I am now putting together my small project in my 2015 GMC Terrane. I will film it. Thank you for your ideas.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks for your suggestion.

@vermilion-flycatcher1271 Жыл бұрын

Who is Denton? I’d like to follow.

@thebigfellar7178 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 6'4 and just bought a 2021 Grand Cherokee Jeep , I'm going to measure this , and see if it will work. After my encounters with a Bigfoot. I've been leery of tents ,or our small cabin , which we made cheaply . With this I could go to other places and just camp right there. I'd get one of those bathroom pop-up tents to go potty or change clothes etc Put it right beside the SUV . They are like $ 20.00 to 80.00 on amazon . I already have a port-a-potty . And solar shower. This could be very possible . Save a ton of money and go anywhere , anytime , so cool. Great Idea. Thank you.

@wamps3370 7 ай бұрын

Wow! That's genius material right there. I hope you get much enjoyment from your very slick 'hotel room' on wheels!!!

@rmwtsou 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@mikemaki7192 3 жыл бұрын

That makes sense, simpler lighter and more spacious.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Took no less than 3 tries. Ha ha.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Ha ha. Not smart enough. 3rd time is the charm, I think.

@travelinglightconnections 6 ай бұрын

Nice! "it's like a hotel room" 👍

@rmwtsou 6 ай бұрын

Ha ha. Thanks!

@Heysarge99 3 жыл бұрын

That is easy! That is the way I will build my campervan bed! Thank you very very much!!

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching.

@queeniepop2058 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto!! Thank you!!!!!

@wildnesting8051 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best practical and easy platform idea I’ve seen. Great video. Easy to follow and understand. Thanks!!🌲Happy Camping!

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching my friend.

@dgunearthed7859 3 жыл бұрын

If I ever need sleeping accommodations for a Rav-4 or possibly a Highlander some day, I'll definitely put my order in at Bob's Toyota Custom Beds inc. ;-)

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Ha ha. Could be a side business after retirement. Thanks for watching!

@kurosheepu5885 2 жыл бұрын

After a couple nights sleep in my own rav4, this a godsend. The best solutions are cheap and simple imo. Will definitely be hitting the hardware store soon!

@rachelrachel3146 2 жыл бұрын

Love this !! I’ve been searching and searching for a simple quick sturdy single sided idea. All I need to do is find time to coordinate having my friend jigsaw the spot by the wheel well! Then I can do the decorating and camp in my RAV4!! Thanks so very much for Sharing !! I’ve subscribed for more of your innovative ideas !!!

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! and thanks for watching. One thing to add to the video is you may consider gluing and screwing 2x2x0.5" pieces of wood to the plywood plank as a solid base for attachment of the legs. It makes for a more secure build.

@stanleyj.mitchell4851 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I have a 2017 Hylander. It also has the slopping seats. Now I know how to fix it.

@davidviner5783 3 жыл бұрын

Nice and simple. You could saw the bed in half, screw on a couple of hinges and fold it up when not in use. That would give you more room.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

That would make the bed board no stiff enough. Thanks for watching!

@GoshGus 3 жыл бұрын

@@rmwtsou Mines foldable. I have a piano hinge connecting my two halves, and the legs fold in on the side which goes up. But for your intentions, this looks good.

@r3drift 3 жыл бұрын

the easiest and best one ive seen. wow!

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend!

@ReneaDooserider 2 жыл бұрын

That’s the nicest looking platform and legs I’ve seen. I drive a Subaru outback limited. Thank you for this Video

@Gocamp7 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to meet you. The cozy bed is complete. It has excellent making skills. Thank you for the good video.

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@CleonaPattersoneFluentEnglish 3 жыл бұрын

Got my old Berlingo and was searching for a simple bed idea, thank you!

@raylenetatum8185 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Best bed platform I have seen.

@GeorgeSoan 2 жыл бұрын

Such a simple design, I love it! Thank you for sharing!!

@tjbourge 3 жыл бұрын

Just saw this... Pretty slick! One tip... Use a router roundover bit around the entire edge of the bed! No splinters or sharp edges!

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Nice. Will go to Yellowstone next week for car camping. Will take video.

@JayJayPee123 Жыл бұрын

Here's a product idea/patent for anyone interested - make a platform that has 4 individually adjustable legs, such that you can keep it level in the back of any vehicle. An additional idea would be to have the ability to widen and narrow the top of it, including diagonally. The rest would just be cutting a large piece of foam.

@hoesandhose Жыл бұрын

REI sells a product like this, but onfortunately it is incompatible woth manu vehichles...

@n.k.3003 3 жыл бұрын

Really nice and lightweight, others should follow your example. Theirs is way too big and bulky.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment!

@rachelimran7151 Жыл бұрын

I love the simplicity

@robleblanc9510 3 жыл бұрын

I have the new RAV and have been researching bed platforms. So glad I stumbled upon this. Will have to study it well to get all the dimensions correct.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Great. The only addition I made to the platform is I added a more solid square of wood (both glued on and screwed on) as a more secure foundation for the legs. By the way, since you have a new Rav4, did you know you can make it fully self-driving by just hanging a 9 - 10 oz weight (I use a medium wrench on hook and wire) to the steering wheel at 9 o'clock? It tricks the car into thinking you have your hands on the steering wheel all the time. All you need is to turn on both the adaptive cruise control and the lane keep assist. I do it on long highway stretches only. You still need to be vigilant and ready to take over anytime.

@6pst6 3 жыл бұрын

@@rmwtsou This is so cool! Great work! Will you be uploading a new video? Having a hard time picturing the additional foundation for the legs. I'm thinking of getting a '19 - I heard that the '20 shuts off if you try to run the AC at night?

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

@@6pst6 It is very simple. I just use a 4x4x1 inch (approx) piece of wood as the more secure foundation for the legs, attach it onto the plywood board using both wood glue and 4 screws. Then I drill a hole in the center and screw in an E-Z Lok 400-5 Threaded Insert ( brass, Knife Thread, 5/16"-18 Internal Threads, 0.625" Length, available from your hardware store or Amazon) to receive the pre-manufactured 6" table legs as shown in the video. This provides for a much more secure base for the legs. The legs can also be easily unscrewed when not in use. Also, my Rav4 is a 2020 hybrid and there is no problem keeping the AC on at night since the engine will only turn on intermittently when the battery goes down to a certain level to recharge it. It does that for about 3 minutes for each 20 minutes of AC use. If your car is not a hybrid, then you can't do it since you have to have the engine on idle all the time and it not only wasted gas, there is also a risk of carbon monoxide leakage into the car. DO NOT do it. Here is the Amazon link to the threaded inserts: www.amazon.com/dp/B0025PLFU2/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apap_bLB8vCWKRxSo3

@6pst6 3 жыл бұрын

@@rmwtsou Awesome, thank you! Good to know about the '20 Hybrid. I read somewhere the engine would shut off, unlike the '19 Hybrid - but it sounds like that was bad info. GREAT work again. Can't wait to see the videos when you take it out to camp.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

@@6pst6 The 2019 and 2020 Rav4s are exactly the same as far as I know. The hybrid engine does shut off when the battery is sufficiently charged, then turns on automatically to recharge it when the battery drops to a certain level. That's what ALL hybrids do. Idling such as in a regular non-hybrid car just wastes gas. That's why the hybrid model gets 40 mpg despite 19 more horsepowers than the non-hybrid. Sleepin in the car with the AC on in a non-hybrid is DANGEROUS because of the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning.

@kennethtyler6674 3 жыл бұрын

You know, that's a good idea. I should make a bed for my Isuzu Trooper. I'm in the Reno area and have plenty of camping possibilities. Have a wonderful holiday! Btw, I have a Rossi 92 in .357 blued.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

That's a file rifle. I love the Rossi 92 and anything Browning -designed.

@stevehapp 2 жыл бұрын

thats brilliant. i like a bit of headroom as well. I hate ducking my head all the time. good job.

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@thethreehusketeershuskylov4207 3 жыл бұрын

I like how you still have the one chair available in the back.

@jpuhak1 2 жыл бұрын

Love this - I am not very handy but I think I could build this or something similar

@arieswaters 3 жыл бұрын

Good job brother well done this is exactly what I was looking for

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it. Thanks for watching.

@TheShift_OfEnergy 2 жыл бұрын

"looks like hotel room". what a positive person 😄

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend!

@sophieannaviolet 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! This has given my inspiration for my own.

@notwrkn2mch 3 жыл бұрын

I just purchased a 2020 Rav4 like yours and you just gave me a nice simple solution to level the bed platform. Thanks :)

@kayhenry6293 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! This will work great in my Highlander.

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

It will be even better in the Highlander since the Highlander is bigger.

@Galadriel333 3 жыл бұрын

Effective and simple idea! Thank you...I'm going to do this for my Jetta wagon.

@BryanRyals 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve work. Very simple. I’m hoping to do something similar in my CRV.

@Homer2q 3 жыл бұрын

Looks great! I think I will do something similar. So simple.

@CyrusOfNaias 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great. I think I would use the left passenger seat (4:38) for my portable refrigerator

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

I did put one there in fact!

@Lyn4817 3 жыл бұрын

If we could turn a Holden Torana Sedan in the early 70s into a double bed complete with window curtains, it's no sweat sleeping on a single bed in a Rav4. We had many great camping holidays in that car during the early days of our marriage.

@BartoszOlcha 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome and inspiring :-) Looking forward to more Rav4 camping videos :)

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Have a plan to go camping for a week in Wyoming with my brother, in separate cars in Spring or Summer. Will definitely make video then. Thanks for watching.

@mjp2palmtree 3 жыл бұрын

Looks great! And seems very functional

@vonjunzt4130 3 жыл бұрын

easy enough but you have to find a 75x27 inch table top (a solid one!) first. I've been to many thrift stores and I've never found a piece of wood that works as well as that, and I've been looking! i did find a plank at Lowes, 72"x16"x1" that works when coupled with a great old sheet of inch thick plywood, with edges reinforced with steel.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

No need for tabletop. Just use a 75x27" inch 3/4" hardwood plywood. Have it cut out at Lowes or Home Depot. Watch the video. They will do it for free.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Have Lowes cut a hardwood plywood plank out to your size, from a regular-sized plywood plank. If you don't think plywood is firm enough for the legs, just glue/screw a square wood piece onto the plank and attach the legs to them.

@vonjunzt4130 3 жыл бұрын

@@rmwtsou good idea, but i priced a sheet of plywood at Home Depot, it was over $50 bucks! OSB was even more. But if you shop around at thrift stores you can find something that gets really close to 75". I was at Goodwill today and remembered this vid, and i saw a table that was about 5 feet long, 27" wide and over an inch thick, and the table was only $3! a couple of cheap hinges and a another piece of wood and your in business.

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

@@vonjunzt4130 Ha ha. If you can do the above even cheaper, that's better!

@titalinda8515 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent work. Convenient for weekend trips to the beach….👍👍👍

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. 1 - 3 nights is perfect.

@flippinbizzy1194 3 жыл бұрын

Very well done, sir! Practical design.

@HJKelley47 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this creative and inexpensive idea. I am looking at using my Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo in the same fashion. I am a 5 ft tall female, so the bed can be a bit shorter.

@dianahowell4011 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. You made this so much more easier for me to understand. I appreciate it sir!

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Thank you for watching!

@garyjinontariony 3 жыл бұрын

Wow this would work in my Honda insight, feet towards the back end.

@ej3358 2 жыл бұрын

If you showed the installing a T-nut, it would be great.

@RockCandyBoudoir 3 жыл бұрын

This is perfect. Thank you for the idea.

@hapaboy0808 Жыл бұрын

By far the simplest and easiest platform I've seen so far. Thank you for posting! UPDATE: I tried this design but it didn't quite work for me. I suspect it's because the OP has a hybrid & I have a gas model. First issue is that the tee nuts do not sit flush when hammered into the plywood, causing the legs to have a slight wobble. I chiseled a little bit of the plywood surface away to recess the tee nuts into the surface, however the nuts did not have a secure enough grip into the wood. I figured worst case I can just screw the legs directly into the plywood from the top of the board. Thankfully before I did that, I took out my bubble level and discovered that the 6" legs did not yield a level sleeping surface; it was too short for my model. The magic number to get the surface level was 9" for me. I ended up using a left over piece of plywood and created a 90 degree leg using wood glue, screws and a couple of 1x2's for support and it worked out perfectly. As you can see, the 9" height of leg yields a level sleeping surface. imgur.com/WcK6zO9 imgur.com/GB3fC3z imgur.com/KQUfvO3 Overall I still think this design is by far the simplest and quickest that I've seen. I didn't want to have to deal with removing the seat nor create a folding platform. You could get away making the legs out of a 2x4 and secure them to the board with wood screws. In addition I found that I did not have to cut out a notch to accommodate the wheel well.

@rmwtsou Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@shane5385 2 жыл бұрын

Just got the 2021, going to make this setup soon

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@carolmaplesden916 3 жыл бұрын

pretty much the same thing I did I got the taller legs measured and cut the to the height that fit in my van so I could still sit up and put totes under I just bought a sheet of plywood had it cut and connected it with a heavy-duty hinge If I want to I can take off unscrew the outer legs and fold back the plywood to make a couch or make space if I need to haul some things I love my bed almost just like yours

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@Use69r Жыл бұрын

wow so clean and minimalist looking! GJ! 👍👍👍

@cchoi108 3 жыл бұрын

This would work on my Prius. So easy!!!

@AnnieGill7 3 жыл бұрын

Great job, and easy! Thanks for sharing.

@endlessnameless6494 Күн бұрын

Never text and drive, guys. Eyes on the road. Thousands die each year due to driving while distracted...stay safe!

@carlito7274 3 жыл бұрын

very practical, good job!

@RomeoEdward 11 ай бұрын

Great build. I have my 3/4" plywood cut and was wondering how to level it. The legs are a great idea and I'm going to do the same for my Forester. I didn't see any screw protruding the top of your platform so I'm guessing the threaded inserts are less than 3/4" and installed on the bottom side.

@rmwtsou 11 ай бұрын

You may consider gluing (and screwing) a piece of wood under the plank as a more solid and thicker base for attachment of the legs.

@RomeoEdward 11 ай бұрын

Great Idea, Thank You@@rmwtsou

@anewtattoobynancy1 3 жыл бұрын

Yayy! This is exactly what I’ve been looking for...mahalo so much! I just found you and had watched your coffee table frame..genius idea. I’m going to try figure out how to maybe do it in 3? Pieces..hinged or ? So it can become a chair thing. I guess similar to a futon. Hmm. Anyway, I just found out today that the RAV4 has a secret compartment at the base of the back seats...after you fold them down...check the floor there. Surprise! Much aloha. 🌈🌺❤️🙏

@apureenergyme8573 Жыл бұрын

I have a Rev 4 2022 car now. And I am sleeping in my car a lot and I like this life style at least for now. My lower back got so hurt from this car’s uneven trunk area, I definitely will do this to make it even. The problem is I don’t know where to find a place to do the cut for the way you did in your video.

@EvieVermont 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! Great idea!

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@SmallWorldFilms 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the clever idea! It does simplify things a lot.

@leftlovealone 3 жыл бұрын

Hi BOB, I really like your dwendy dwendy doyoda Rav4...

@carlaifera5254 2 жыл бұрын

.... Nice lookin' rig! ✨

@adamsdiyuniverse-savemoney4563 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! I have liked and subscribed. I made a quick foldout platform and was interested to see how others did it. I need to be able to fold mine up and pop seats up to drive kiddies around so it’s nice and flexible :)

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@dannykane3068 3 жыл бұрын

Yes the platform cut in half joined with a piano hinge . Would that fit in the back for storage?

@rmwtsou 3 жыл бұрын

@@dannykane3068 yes, I have tried that but then it will be v- shaped and not perfectly flat, not ideal for sleeping. Thanks for watching!

@StaceyBillsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

At your size and weight you could probably have even gone shorter and with 1/2 inch plywood, but I like the simplicity of it all :)

@tmonatr 3 жыл бұрын

Great job. Thanks for sharing!

@ErikaWolf93 2 жыл бұрын

This is what I'm going to be trying to do with my subaru forester. my tri fold is 75"x25" though, so hoping it will work out. i wont be using a platform because i feel i dont need it. i still have to backseats and dont want to get rid of them so theres that too. i currently have to stack things behind passenger seat so that my bed stays up but im going to be trying to fix that too. wish me luck!

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

Hope all works out for you!

@qtipie00 3 жыл бұрын

Nice setup!

@carmenicruz6275 3 жыл бұрын

Great job 👍

@brugaldr809 2 жыл бұрын

Very COMFYYYY🙏🏼

@stacyrosinski9168 2 жыл бұрын

Good Morning - Wonderful & very simple. Could you possibly post a list of the materials used and dimensions?

@frangoulding1621 3 ай бұрын

Fabulous!

@mackethridge7798 3 жыл бұрын

Good job, my brother.

@suncoastgirl2512 2 жыл бұрын

Do you think adding a piano hinge to the middle of the plank would make it easier to store and allow a passenger in the front seat when needed? This is an awesome video and I can't wait to watch you other ones. I just bought a 2020 Rav4 and really want to camp in it.

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

Don't think it is a good idea since it will lose its structural rigidity and/or will sag.

@suncoastgirl2512 2 жыл бұрын

@@rmwtsou actually maybe the hinge more towards the part by the front seat where there is less weight. That way only a small part can flip back (where your head would be) and the front seat could be in sitting position.

@rmwtsou 2 жыл бұрын

@@suncoastgirl2512 You might try it. Worse thing is to have the hinge fail while you are sleeping.