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(Disclaimer: Just because I've done something doesn't make it the best or even a good way of doing something. It simply fits my specific needs. Hopefully the information is helpful to someone who may be looking to do something similar. So they can make something even better that fits their needs).
I've got a hunting pup, that loves mud, stickers, and anything really stinky she can shoulder roll in.
She is way too spoiled to ride in a crate in the bed of the truck though.
The build is how I attempt to keep the mess somewhat contained, while not taking away "payload capacity".
This is how it came out:
Removed the rear seats and made a lightweight flat floor:
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/ultralight-rear-seat-delete-home-built.111164/
Added "coat hanger" hooks to support the dog hammock side straps:
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/coat-hanger-hook-install-home-made.110937/
Made a rear window tray to hold the rear of the hammock:
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/rear-window-tray-home-built.111167/
Went to an upholstery shop and had a couple cushions made to fit the floor. The Upholsterer recommended a specific kind of fill made from plastic filament material. Allowing for a lighter, thinner, more comfortable and durable cushion. They came out really nice. She had the vinyl material left over from another job and gave me a great deal on it (hence the color).
I had a dog hammock for a full size truck that she modified. It came with the center mesh which allows good airflow from the hvac outlets on the rear of the console. That helps blow the stink out the rear window.
The light gray material was added to make it wide enough to cover the whole floor. The bottom side is a rubberized material making it water resistant, but still washable.
She then sewed loops along the top edges of the two door panels ends.
I used a carbon fiber arrow shaft inserted in the loop on each end to stiffen the door side panels.
This allows keeping the support straps rearward of the window openings, so Super Spoiled Pup has the entire window openings to look out.
All projects in total, and the weight of Her Royal Highness come out to right about 60lbs. Which is less than the weight of the two seats that were removed.
Just a couple months until Hunting season, and we'll see how well this works... or doesn't.
Hope this is helpful to someone else considering something similar.
I've got a hunting pup, that loves mud, stickers, and anything really stinky she can shoulder roll in.
She is way too spoiled to ride in a crate in the bed of the truck though.
The build is how I attempt to keep the mess somewhat contained, while not taking away "payload capacity".
This is how it came out:
Removed the rear seats and made a lightweight flat floor:
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/ultralight-rear-seat-delete-home-built.111164/
Added "coat hanger" hooks to support the dog hammock side straps:
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/coat-hanger-hook-install-home-made.110937/
Made a rear window tray to hold the rear of the hammock:
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/rear-window-tray-home-built.111167/
Went to an upholstery shop and had a couple cushions made to fit the floor. The Upholsterer recommended a specific kind of fill made from plastic filament material. Allowing for a lighter, thinner, more comfortable and durable cushion. They came out really nice. She had the vinyl material left over from another job and gave me a great deal on it (hence the color).
I had a dog hammock for a full size truck that she modified. It came with the center mesh which allows good airflow from the hvac outlets on the rear of the console. That helps blow the stink out the rear window.
The light gray material was added to make it wide enough to cover the whole floor. The bottom side is a rubberized material making it water resistant, but still washable.
She then sewed loops along the top edges of the two door panels ends.
I used a carbon fiber arrow shaft inserted in the loop on each end to stiffen the door side panels.
This allows keeping the support straps rearward of the window openings, so Super Spoiled Pup has the entire window openings to look out.
All projects in total, and the weight of Her Royal Highness come out to right about 60lbs. Which is less than the weight of the two seats that were removed.
Just a couple months until Hunting season, and we'll see how well this works... or doesn't.
Hope this is helpful to someone else considering something similar.
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