drawrer systems

[SOCALFJ]

You need one of these

Fridge Slide

That's bitchen. The only time the fridge is in our 80 is when we go on a day run. Otherwise the rest of the time (99%) it's in the trailer down low.

 

[sundaypunch]

Check this out. We will be doing a fj60 version soon. https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-...f-road-diy-drawer-system-my-installation.html

I'm loving my Warfield Offroad system - Thanks Charles

 

[alia176]

I'm just about to finish up with the current drawers - just need a front face to tidy it up a bit. All AL 1/8" except the top which is 3/16". Accuride slides from Lee Valley. Project was started by a local mud member but he changed direction so I finished it up and installed it.

This version is mimmicks another Mud member's idea - two shallower drawers with a full width compartment in the rear (right behind the 2nd row seats). This full width compartment contains driveshafts, axles, gubs, etc. All compartments are lockable.

Each drawer carcass was constructed separately and the total weight of the drawer and carcass is around 60 lbs, so total of about 125 pounds. The weight surprised me a little bit as my previous wooden drawer system was a tad lighter, maybe 80 lbs?

This is the third cargo setup for this vehicle in five years and on this go around I'm keeping the sides totally open. On one side a 5 gallon water can resides, and on the other side usual lubricants are kept in a soft cooler that snugs in nicely.

I'm using adj tie downs from Hi Lift company on top of the drawers. There are additional tie downs on the rear wall of the carcass for securing fridge and any other cargo in the passenger compartment.

The fridge normally resides in the second row. We tried it in the cargo area but the height wasn't acceptable for me or the wife. With the fridge in the second row area, wife can reach for snacks and hand them to the toddler while we're driving.

Cheers.

 

[spressomon]

Ali the Plumber,

The long full width compartment you integrated into your design is great for axles, driveshaft, CV shafts, etc. And, like you, I have removed the 'vanity' panels on either side for more utilitarian use of the space.

Dan

 

[wildsmith]

You need one of these

Fridge Slide

Just got one of these (in the UK). Saw it demo'd at a local supplier, never thought to ask about weight. No wonder the delivery guy didn't look happy when it came, must be 25kg + . Makes sense now I've got it, a big fridge full of stuff must take a lot of supporting but I think I might have gone with a different solution if I'd realised the weight before purchase. Not installed it yet so I can't give you feedback on using it.

 

[Zane]

I never liked having the fridge setting on top of your drawer system as you have to either be 10 foot tall to pull stuff out of your fridge or you have to jump up on your gate to get to the contents at the bottom of the fridge. I went another direction. I pulled the smaller second row seat out of my 100 and built a stand using the factory mounting points for the seat and the back of the drawer system to bolt it in place. You can go to; https://forum.ih8mud.com/100-series-cruisers/279671-custom-arb-fridge-stand-pics.html to see more pictures.

Zane

 

[Zane]

oh ya, its a completely removable system so that I can remove the fridge stand when not needed, when my second row seat is needed which is most of the time other than when I'm on trips with my truck.

 

[GLTHFJ60]

That is brilliant. That is why I should have bought a split rear bench for my 60

 

[Stealthmimic]

Couldn't agree more. "Stupid Expensive" sums it up until you realize that the AO quality is simply superb. Besides, the earlier comments were spot on; $500 in woodn'goodies + labor, time away from wheelin' and you're just about there on a set of AO drawers. Further, if you think you can beat the steel frame drawers with some home made ply wood stuff on washboard roads at 40+mph...think again. There is simply no comparison. I wish I'd saved the pics of the HM Plywood drawer that turned itself into kindeling on my last trip to the Oregon Outback. The AO system is seriously solid, locks effectively and I bought the fridge slide out which works flawlessly and provides convenient access. Only drawback is that the fridge slide out chewed up the cord on my Engle 45qt and rendered it useless half way into s trip to DVNP (well... actually it was operator error... I just wasn't paying attention and reefed the thing in there when I knew there was something blocking the slider... dumb). Buy it. You won't regret it.

 

[sundaypunch]

Couldn't agree more. "Stupid Expensive" sums it up until you realize that the AO quality is simply superb.......The AO system is seriously solid, locks effectively and I bought the fridge slide out which works flawlessly and provides convenient access. ...... Buy it. You won't regret it.

I agree with your comments but see that you have a 100. The problem for me was that there weren't any available for the 80-series in the USA. I had been looking for a tan set for a long time with no luck. I think Slee has a gray set but I didn't want to spend $2k to put it in a tan interior.

I view the AO drawers much like a Milford barriers. The price or quality are non-issues if you can't buy them.

 

[sleeoffroad]

The issue is that we need to bring container loads in of AO product to get the pricing anywhere realistic. Containers are expensive in transport and the inventory has to be paid for.

We are in the process to order another container, so if anyone is interested in these, now is the time to contact us.

 

[NTFJ45]

I noticed a few people were not happy with fridge height for the old problem of access to the fridge when on top of a drawer system.

A expensive answer though Fridge Slide

I wonder if this is easily fabricated ?

 

[roamingaz]

Here is my drawer set up, though not as pretty as some still very functional and lightweight. I found these drawers on the Expo forum for 100 bucks.
Originaly these were a triple stack, I cut one off and was going to cut the other off and make a level platform but I did a test fit with the fridge and really didn't like how high up it sat. I also had plans to build a wood platform over these drawers but I am trying to cut down on weight and since I will be using a roof top tent there is no need for a sleeping platform. I also like to use duffle bags to store stuff rather then hard containers because they are much more compact.

I built a simple slide out for the fridge using a slide lock and ball bearing slides bolted right to the bed. I do plan to change to a real fridge slide but for now this slide works ok and didn't cost me anything because I had the parts on hand. The straps to hold the fridge tight are boat transom straps 4' long, I will be adding one to the back to even the tension.

one drawer holds my pulpal, max axe, winch control, larger tools, gloves and small shovel. It is actually easy to pull out considering the weight.

another drawer has misc. straps and ropes, small spares like u joints and hoses. Also contains bug netting and stakes for the awning.

the top drawer is my kitchen, I like it being seperate from all the other stuff. I don't keep any food in this drawer, only the kitchen stuf like my stove, fuel, cookset, sink, etc.

I use a pelican case to hold food that I dont put in the fridge, plenty of space for a weeks worth of food for 2 people and the pelican case keeps the dust out.

 

[hawkeye]

That is a nice set-up.

 

[SOCALFJ]

The issue is that we need to bring container loads in of AO product to get the pricing anywhere realistic. Containers are expensive in transport and the inventory has to be paid for.

We are in the process to order another container, so if anyone is interested in these, now is the time to contact us.

Christo, Any chance in getting some Milford barriers?

 

[sleeoffroad]

Christo, Any chance in getting some Milford barriers?

We are ordering from SA, not Australia. So Milfords are out the question.

 

[davegonz]

Here is my drawer set up, though not as pretty as some still very functional and lightweight. I found these drawers on the Expo forum for 100 bucks.
Originaly these were a triple stack, I cut one off and was going to cut the other off and make a level platform but I did a test fit with the fridge and really didn't like how high up it sat. I also had plans to build a wood platform over these drawers but I am trying to cut down on weight and since I will be using a roof top tent there is no need for a sleeping platform. I also like to use duffle bags to store stuff rather then hard containers because they are much more compact.

I built a simple slide out for the fridge using a slide lock and ball bearing slides bolted right to the bed. I do plan to change to a real fridge slide but for now this slide works ok and didn't cost me anything because I had the parts on hand. The straps to hold the fridge tight are boat transom straps 4' long, I will be adding one to the back to even the tension.

one drawer holds my pulpal, max axe, winch control, larger tools, gloves and small shovel. It is actually easy to pull out considering the weight.

another drawer has misc. straps and ropes, small spares like u joints and hoses. Also contains bug netting and stakes for the awning.

the top drawer is my kitchen, I like it being seperate from all the other stuff. I don't keep any food in this drawer, only the kitchen stuf like my stove, fuel, cookset, sink, etc.

I use a pelican case to hold food that I dont put in the fridge, plenty of space for a weeks worth of food for 2 people and the pelican case keeps the dust out.

That's pretty slick. Do you know who makes them?

 

[roamingaz]

The drawers are made by American Van, These are the old style and do not have the bearing slides but they work ok.

 

[wildsmith]

The fridge slide mentioned earlier in this thread: