JT Gladiator Upper Decker Hinged Cargo Basket Now Available!

[Godfadr]

I think a small percentage of people will find it useful as presented and just what they were looking for - but that is pretty niche.

For mass-market appeal, I think it would need to be a tonneau cover replacement option....that looks bad-ass.

1. Lockable
2. Waterproof
3. Durable (powder coated or something).

To choose between a lockable tonneau cover and this? This gets left behind and cool but not day-to-day functional (at least for me).

Just my opinion.

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[steffen707]

I think a small percentage of people will find it useful as presented and just what they were looking for - but that is pretty niche.

For mass-market appeal, I think it would need to be a tonneau cover replacement option....that looks bad-ass.

1. Lockable
2. Waterproof
3. Durable (powder coated or something).

To choose between a lockable tonneau cover and this? This gets left behind and cool but not day-to-day functional (at least for me).

Just my opinion.

I 2nd that Don Corleone! I need some kind of waterproof gear hauling. I can't have all of my gear exposed to the rain. I can have half of it exposed, but not 100%.

I like the basket idea, and could have used it when i was hauling away 15 trees worth of firewood. Stack it 2 feet high throw a strap over it, the lip will keep it from rolling off.

 

[furrymurray]

I 2nd that Don Corleone!

LMAO! That's funny!!

 

[firemadz]

I've got a few thoughts..

• DON'T call it the "Upper Decker" - https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=upperdecker

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Actually, this is the perfect name, since it’s intended to dump all your shit up top.

 

[Sgt Beavis]

 

[steffen707]

lol, somebody suggested Decked make an above the bed storage solution on the decked thread.

I suggested they call that the upper Decker

 

[ACE Engineering]

The Upper Decker is getting close! Hinged front section with shock-assisted lifting from the tailgate. Latches inside the rear of the bed for secure storage.

This won't have every feature suggested on this thread, but will have tons of uses. More details coming soon.

 

[pparks72]

Is there any chance that this could be modular (maybe 2-3 pcs)? I'm thinking about storage space when its not in use and a smaller size package may also cut down on shipping cost.

 

[ACE Engineering]

Is there any chance that this could be modular (maybe 2-3 pcs)? I'm thinking about storage space when its not in use and a smaller size package may also cut down on shipping cost.

In the future we may make a half rack for those who don't want a full bed basket, but this version will not be modular. We want to keep it as strong and large as possible to hold a spare tire or other large items without interference.

Thank you,

 

[Sgt Beavis]

Do you have any idea on how much weight the struts can support in the opened position?

 

[ACE Engineering]

Do you have any idea on how much weight the struts can support in the opened position?

Not yet. We'll be doing some weight testing on it in the next few days. I'll post updates as they are available.

Thank you,

 

[WXman]

There are clear disadvantages to having holes in the floor of this thing, as seen in this thread. But, there are some advantages too. Weight savings is probably the biggest one. It would also provide lots of "tie down" points all across the floor.

I still kind of like the idea of this design. It would be easy enough for a guy to cut his own sheet of material to seal off the weather if he really needed to, but this design is pretty interesting.

 

[ACE Engineering]

Adding features to the Upper Decker. Have the RotopaX mounts on now, and strapped in a 37" Trep to do some weight testing. Last pic is of the internal latch that locks the rack in place and keeps your cargo underneath secure. Final hardware will be black.

Thank you,

 

[WhatExit?]

Love the ingenuity and simple design of this Bed Rack Basket!

I'm not sure about the holes - seems that even with what must be nominal weight savings the benefits of a solid deck would be greater.

I like the RotopaX mounts but my suggestion is to integrate some kind of tracks on the basket and the rails that enable the use of a universal bracket that you offer. There are rail systems on the market now. And even looking at a Unistrut type rail would allow mounting points at any location.

Keep doing what you're doing - there's some great potential here

 

[2004blackwrx]

I love the overall concept. As I now see it I would not buy it. I would also like it to be weather proof and somewhat easy to remove iin case you ever need to add a large item in the bed. I love that its lockable. Also like the pop up feature especially if you can drive with it in that position if needed. Keep up the designs.

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