Cargo Sleeping Deck (idea)

[limamike]

[Figured I would use my old thread instead of ANOTHER new thread]

So I've been redesigning the box (sorry Antman) and trying to implement a slide out (or in?) sleeping deck. Need some feedback. The storage I had put in just doesnt hold what I need and instead of spending money on $1000ish ARB drawers that can be used for a new bumper, I figured a little wood work wouldn't be too bad.

The idea is that the top of the box will slide into the 4R towards the folded down seats. It will have legs that fold up for when its "closed" and come down for support when it's extended. The deck is high enough and long enough that it will use the folded seats for support as well. I also made the box a touch smaller width wise so I can fit camp chairs along the side but under the deck on the left (to explain what you see in the pictures).

I also have some storage in the rear that could hold sleeping pad/bag that is concealed when the seats are up and accessible when needed.

Feelings on using wood channeling for drawer slides vs true HD metal ones?

Front top right angle:

Front left angle:

Back:

You will regret not using drawer slides if you put anything at all in the drawers. Seems like a good idea, but I'm having a difficult time understanding how the box will level itself between the two sleeping surfaces (the slide, and the deck below the slide). Also, how do you plan to stow the supports for the slide?

 

[wdlsmaerw]

You will regret not using drawer slides if you put anything at all in the drawers. Seems like a good idea, but I'm having a difficult time understanding how the box will level itself between the two sleeping surfaces (the slide, and the deck below the slide). Also, how do you plan to stow the supports for the slide?

Advice on drawer slides, noted.

So I'm looking at a sleeping pad that has folds or "egg carton" pading that could easily roll up and stow in the rear section....only idea so far.

The slides for the deck are attached on the inside. On the outside there will be two pieces that hang down and the slides would attach to the sides of the box. In the picture they are the little round parts (didn't want to spend time drawing true slides).