I Like this mod alot, has anyone done a version that is not carpeted and a little more water tight? I am usually good with my rain cover when the top is off, but sometimes that rain sneaks up on me and the jeep interior gets a bath

 

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Since I have a 2 door and limited room I was thinking that instead of a flip up drawer style, I may benefit more from a pull out extension of sorts that makes the "sleepable" area longer. I realize that that would entail keeping the rear tailgate and/or glass open. Maybe some kind of tarp like ARB that come down from my rear rack to keep it bug free. Anyone done anything like that? If not I'll try to make it this winter.

 

I'm looking to do the same. Remove the back seats and then make a flat bed area for more storage, reduced weight and if need be, sleeping in the Jeep. Has anyone done this? Anyone know what the rear seats weigh?

 

I posted this to another part of the forum, but since I was following this thread figured I'd share my build too:

In preparation for an extended trip out to the Colorado area (and would be MOAB, except for that dogs aren't allowed, but I digress...), I've been in the process of planning and assembling an overland build.

With overland features in mind, an essential feature was to have more water carrying capacity, minimally altering GVWR and also making a more functional storage space. In the end, I also wanted the option to sleep in the jeep, for two, plus dog if need be. Not likely to be the primary sleeping arrangement, but it could be convenient and easy enough to do.

Attached are some photos of my build:

rear seat removed, brackets for FrontRunner 10 gallon footwell tank

brackets now w/ extensions to back for platform

platform in place, with optional to extend to rear seats for more headroom if sleeping

platform demonstrated near flush with back cargo area

option to flip up to access 10 gallon footwell tank in event it needs to be removed, drained, or tilted

For purpose of sleeping quarters, under carpet I placed a layer of thin insulation with has an aluminum feature to help reflect heat since the floor of the jeep could get awfully cold in cold weather and/or wind.

By removing the rear seat I estimate I easily removed ~50 lbs. Using a bathroom scale the seats weighed 80 lbs, but that seems a bit high. The platform I built weighs about ~30 lbs, water storage unit is about ~8 lbs and then 10 gallons of water is roughly ~80 lbs, so not a bad option for gaining 10 gallons of water capacity.

 

Check out this thread. This cargo storage box worked well in the 2 door. It was tight sleeping but easier than setting up a tent.

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/jk-s...atform-241985/

 

This is on my to do list!

 

So what is the strongest/lightest material go build a platform with? OSB? Plywood? Plastic lumber?

 

On my list of things to do

 

Plywood is going to be the strongest, lightest and easiest to work with (cutting/gluing/screws). OSB is pretty strong also and cheaper than plywood, but it will not stand up to moisture as well and is harder to glue/screw together.