IDEA THREAD: Mods on a tight budget

[Reebtnawi]

I just picked up two of the 1619 boxes. You’re right, they do fit perfectly between the wheel wells. Do you keep them in the bed all the time? If so, do you tie them down? Secure them some other way?

Looking at your last pic, now I’m wondering if two of the 1719s would fit side by side behind the wheel wells.

I don't have them in there all the time. They store my camping equipment so the bed ends up full when they're in there - then closed in with the bed cover. If I had more, I might experiment with putting 2x4s in the slots (designed for hauling plywood, etc.) to hold things.

If I remember correctly, the 1719 was a little over the center line so two wouldn't fit. I may be wrong though because, in the photo, it looks like it's right on center.

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[darksidedesign]

I don't have them in there all the time. They store my camping equipment so the bed ends up full when they're in there - then closed in with the bed cover. If I had more, I might experiment with putting 2x4s in the slots (designed for hauling plywood, etc.) to hold things.

If I remember correctly, the 1719 was a little over the center line so two wouldn't fit. I may be wrong though because, in the photo, it looks like it's right on center.

I think I’m going to try and keep a couple of them up against the bed full-time. I’ll be putting recovery and survival gear in one and tools in the other. I do have a tonneau cover, so they won’t be visible. I’ve had them empty in there loose for the past couple days and they haven’t moved an inch.

 

[The Crusader]

This guy made really nice headliners for his JK. The fabric choice is hideous, but the execution looks top notch and cheap. You can choose from thousands of fabrics. I'd paint the underside of the roof first to get rid of the igloo look.

 

[Junker21]

This guy made really nice headliners for his JK. The fabric choice is hideous, but the execution looks top notch and cheap. You can choose from thousands of fabrics. I'd paint the underside of the roof first to get rid of the igloo look.

I would have been down to do this but mine came equipped with the factory headliner . $550.00 !!
I never would select this option on a factory order ! Ridiculous .

 

[IamAlan]

This guy made really nice headliners for his JK. The fabric choice is hideous, but the execution looks top notch and cheap. You can choose from thousands of fabrics. I'd paint the underside of the roof first to get rid of the igloo look.

Maybe he's building a Jeepney!

 

[19Delta]

Great thread. Keep the plano sizes and options coming.

 

[93civej1]

this is my type of thread. keep it going

 

[darksidedesign]

I still have not figured out the best way to secure the Plano boxes in the bed. I do have a tonneau cover, so most of the time, they won’t be visible to potential thieves.

Maybe I'm overthinking this. I should just use a ratchet strap around both boxes. I guess I was just trying to come up with a more elegant solution.

 

[Reebtnawi]

I still have not figured out the best way to secure the Plano boxes in the bed. I do have a tonneau cover, so most of the time, they won’t be visible to potential thieves.

Maybe I'm overthinking this. I should just use a ratchet strap around both boxes. I guess I was just trying to come up with a more elegant solution.

Yeah - I don't have a good way either. For something basic, I think I would tie some paracord to one of the D rings, go around the tie-down lugs on the tubs, then to the other D ring. Maybe a molle panel in the back of the bed would be useful for better options. But then we're getting away from the tight budget theme... :-D

 

[The Crusader]

There's a little space. Not quite as good a fit with two sideways.

This is a Plano 1619 and 1719 behind the wheel wells. They won't fit between the wheel wells.

You can cut a 2x6 to fit in the slots behind the wheel wells and fit a couple of boxes by the tailgate. Bed line it for durability.

 

[Reebtnawi]

You can cut a 2x6 to fit in the slots behind the wheel wells and fit a couple of boxes by the tailgate. Bed line it for durability.

I also saw a post where a guy put a 2x4 in the slot and another 2x4 between the wheel wells - then connected them with two more 2x4s. That would keep boxes from sliding toward the tailgate.

 

[Reebtnawi]

Got the shovel/axe mounted up in the bed...

Since I have been lurking on this board, it has given me a ton of ideas and cost me a ton of money. A huge thanks to all for the awesome ideas!

Here's an idea. Not sure how that bar is mounted in there. Maybe O-Face will see this and let us know.

 

[darksidedesign]

I also saw a post where a guy put a 2x4 in the slot and another 2x4 between the wheel wells - then connected them with two more 2x4s. That would keep boxes from sliding toward the tailgate.

Do you mean in the indentations on the top of the wheel wells? I’d be interested in seeing that.

With all the recovery gear and standard tools, I outgrew the space under the back seat. So this was a logical addition.

They’ve actually been in the bed for over two weeks now and haven’t moved from that spot. Even without anything securing them to the bed.

Thos that have done this, did you waterproof the lids? If so, what did you use? Any links would be helpful.

 

[Reebtnawi]

My solution and cheap!!! Stickers add 1" of lift.... LOL....

Found the post. Looks like 2x6 to me.

 

[O-Face]

Here's an idea. Not sure how that bar is mounted in there. Maybe O-Face will see this and let us know.

The bar is just a Reese cargo bar from Amazon, nothing special but it works well.
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