KISS Drawers (Keep It Simple Storage) for 200s

CharlieS · Mar 19, 2020

Installed, and love them. Definitely a must buy for a DIY'er.

Haven't decided on how I'll finish them yet. Landshark's new ratchet strap is inbound, and I'm eagerly awaiting the wing kits.

If you're on the fence, go for it!

tbisaacs · Mar 19, 2020

CharlieS said:
Installed, and love them. Definitely a must buy for a DIY'er.

Haven't decided on how I'll finish them yet. Landshark's new ratchet strap is inbound, and I'm eagerly awaiting the wing kits.

If you're on the fence, go for it!

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I can't wait for the 200 series fit kits!

LCMemphis · Mar 19, 2020

CharlieS said:
Installed, and love them. Definitely a must buy for a DIY'er.

Haven't decided on how I'll finish them yet. Landshark's new ratchet strap is inbound, and I'm eagerly awaiting the wing kits.

If you're on the fence, go for it!

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OK..I'll bite..how much for this kit and about how many hrs to assemble and install? Thanks

CharlieS · Mar 19, 2020

Reef - The Original

The Original Reef is only for existing customers to add to their existing system, all new customers should purchase the Reef2 here. If you are an OG Reef owner please email me support@landsharkoutfitters.com for a custom invoice. Buy one, buy two and stack'em or rack'em next to each other, buy...

landsharkoutfitters.com

$275 per set plus shipping

I didn't time the assembly, but it was approximately two beers in duration.

LCMemphis · Mar 19, 2020

Thanks for the reply.....This just seems like a no brainer. I really like the Dobinsons set up but at $1100-$1200 plus shipping, its hard to justify. I'm guessing with the wing kit and carpeting and top slides I'd be all in for around $450.

tbisaacs · Mar 19, 2020

CharlieS said:
Reef - The Original

The Original Reef is only for existing customers to add to their existing system, all new customers should purchase the Reef2 here. If you are an OG Reef owner please email me support@landsharkoutfitters.com for a custom invoice. Buy one, buy two and stack'em or rack'em next to each other, buy...

landsharkoutfitters.com

$275 per set plus shipping

I didn't time the assembly, but it was approximately two beers in duration.

I couldn't figure out on the site - did you just order two drawers? Yours looks like a single top piece

tbisaacs · Mar 19, 2020

tbisaacs said:
I couldn't figure out on the site - did you just order two drawers? Yours looks like a single top piece

OOOH I see. You just turn the tops. Brilliant.

CharlieS · Mar 19, 2020

tbisaacs said:
OOOH I see. You just turn the tops. Brilliant.

Yes, that is a cool design feature. I have two drawers, and in that configuration, the tops and base plates are rotated 90 degrees. It locks them together securely.

CharlieS · Mar 19, 2020

LCMemphis said:
Thanks for the reply.....This just seems like a no brainer. I really like the Dobinsons set up but at $1100-$1200 plus shipping, its hard to justify. I'm guessing with the wing kit and carpeting and top slides I'd be all in for around $450.

I went with two drawers, so $550, and shipping was $90 to VT. Then if you add in the wing/fit kits (not in stock right now) - and not sure if you need one or two kits, let's assume 2 - so add $150 - it would probably get up closer $800. Still a lot less than the other options, and you can customize them to your personal specs/preferences.

g1701gst · Mar 19, 2020

I also got my drawers built and installed this weekend. I enjoyed the build, took my time and sanded everything way more than I needed to. I have spent about 6 hours on them so far. I am waiting to finish them until the wing kit is released and I figure out all the electrical and plugs I want to add. Right now I'm leaning towards Monstaliner for ease and durability. I also feel like it is a shame to just paint over nice wood that I have already sanded. I could do a light stain with a clear polyurethane finish. For the top, I was thinking L track and EVA foam pad. For draw bottoms either more foam or a carpet liner. I also have the anchor kit on the way so that strap will be gone soon.

This is the EVA foam I had in mind. The faux teak finish custom cut would look awesome in my opinion, I'm just afraid how much it would cost so I haven't asked yet.

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CharlieS · Mar 19, 2020

I didn't do any sanding... That would have made it a many more beer job.

sdscolumbia · Mar 20, 2020

cruzerDave is there a way to retrofit the previous generation drawers with the new slide system? Or is the sizing different? My prior generation drawers have become fairly hard to move. Thanks.

Volunteer · Mar 20, 2020

A vote for the KISS system after all the Amazon orders for materials and the doing a one off version myself I kept telling myself I should have just ordered the kit and saved myself a bunch of time. I was leaving for a trip and couldn't wait but I certainly didn't save any time or money doing it myself. Live and learn

cruzerDave · Mar 21, 2020

tbisaacs said:
OOOH I see. You just turn the tops. Brilliant.

Thank you

Actually, I *am* a little proud about that, only figured it out after the initial redesign, which meant yet ANOTHER redesign to accommodate but was too cool to ignore so I did it.

CharlieS said:
I went with two drawers, so $550, and shipping was $90 to VT. Then if you add in the wing/fit kits (not in stock right now) - and not sure if you need one or two kits, let's assume 2 - so add $150 - it would probably get up closer $800. Still a lot less than the other options, and you can customize them to your personal specs/preferences.

Honestly, you could be into it for even more than that if you go with the bamboo cutting board, the Davy Jones Locker, and other modules I'm working on! But since everything is being designed to add piecemeal over time, it doesn't have to be this big huge investment up front. My wants and needs change over time and I want my gear to support that - so that was one of the guiding principles for The Reef system - even the name reflects something that is constantly changing and evolving.

sdscolumbia said:
cruzerDave is there a way to retrofit the previous generation drawers with the new slide system? Or is the sizing different? My prior generation drawers have become fairly hard to move. Thanks.

Nope, sorry, completely different. Once supply chain fills out and stabilizes I will offer prior customers an 'upgrade discount' on complete new sets, but with the virus disrupting stuff it is likely a few months out. In the meantime, you still get to enjoy a fantastic set of drawers

Bullgump · Mar 21, 2020

cruzerDave said:
Thank you Actually, I *am* a little proud about that, only figured it out after the initial redesign, which meant yet ANOTHER redesign to accommodate but was too cool to ignore so I did it.

Honestly, you could be into it for even more than that if you go with the bamboo cutting board, the Davy Jones Locker, and other modules I'm working on! But since everything is being designed to add piecemeal over time, it doesn't have to be this big huge investment up front. My wants and needs change over time and I want my gear to support that - so that was one of the guiding principles for The Reef system - even the name reflects something that is constantly changing and evolving.

Nope, sorry, completely different. Once supply chain fills out and stabilizes I will offer prior customers an 'upgrade discount' on complete new sets, but with the virus disrupting stuff it is likely a few months out. In the meantime, you still get to enjoy a fantastic set of drawers

Thanks for the information on future supply. With front/rear bumpers/winch this coming week drawers are what I need next, so was wondering when the next supply was gonna be available. Trying to keep myself busy with current down time; but after spending a few hours going over plans, supplies, etc.; I'm coming to you for the base and I'll go from there. Plus I am all about supporting an American made company with all this going on.

RiDE · Mar 22, 2020

Absolutely love my Reef drawer. Super easy to build and incredibly functional for the price. Very happy that it works with half the third row too. I installed my HAM and WeBoost on the side of it. Excited to get the anchor kit and wing kit here real soon. Once that comes, I’ll be putting on some kind of finish.

USMCVader · Mar 22, 2020

These drawers are at the top of the drawer section on my ridiculously huge spreadsheet of to-do mods. I love everything about them, especially the customization aspect, but the only concern I have with them is the 100lb drawer weight limitation. What is the limiting factor for that, and is it possible in the customization process to beef them up to be able to handle more? Also, has anyone had issues because of overloading the drawers?

CharlieS · Mar 24, 2020

New straps:

cruzerDave · Mar 26, 2020

g1701gst said:
This is the EVA foam I had in mind. The faux teak finish custom cut would look awesome in my opinion, I'm just afraid how much it would cost so I haven't asked yet.
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@g1701gst wow, that stuff looks pretty cool! I'll be adding some stocked finishing materials to the store at some point and can look into this if enough people want it?

Volunteer said:
A vote for the KISS system after all the Amazon orders for materials and the doing a one off version myself I kept telling myself I should have just ordered the kit and saved myself a bunch of time. I was leaving for a trip and couldn't wait but I certainly didn't save any time or money doing it myself. Live and learnView attachment 2244016

@Volunteer real sorry my timing didn't work out for you and I totally understand when you NEED drawers, you NEED drawers

I appreciate your recommendation, thank you, but on the other hand it looks like you did a great job on your own and you get to bask in the compliments for having 'designed and built them yourself'! No small feat, I know...

Bullgump said:
Thanks for the information on future supply. With front/rear bumpers/winch this coming week drawers are what I need next, so was wondering when the next supply was gonna be available. Trying to keep myself busy with current down time; but after spending a few hours going over plans, supplies, etc.; I'm coming to you for the base and I'll go from there. Plus I am all about supporting an American made company with all this going on.

Thanks for supporting American manufacturing! I am proud to source every single piece I can from other US companies as well, the only exception being the baltic birch as no one in the US makes that. At least I buy it from my local lumber supplier who is reeeally loving me lately.

Reef getting boxed up this weekend and back in stock. Waiting on more aluminum for 200 anchors, and CNC for wings.