Truck bed conversion

Cheaper than a camper, better than a tent, this is the #dirtbagchalet. Before I start on the build I just wanted to set some context: I bought my truck used and it came with a Leer camper shell. It…

i want to build a platform for camping in my truck. i'm going to put it right at the canopy level, cause i have a tall cap. but i'm not sure how to design it to get at storage space underneath. i know you can do the droor thing, but i dont really want to take the effort to figure out where to drill through the bed for the tracks. i'd also like to make two sections, so i could have it just go 2/3rd across and then slide a bike on the remaining side. i was thinking a hinge with the last

Bluefish. Some folks like them, I’m not a fan. I'm a big bluefish fan!

And what I’d do differently if I could do it all over again When I first framed it up three years ago, some lumber from Lowe’s and some old camping gear had my truck set up for comforta…

A 2012 Tacoma standard bed (6') converted in a space for hauling surfboards and work gear while also allowing for a place to sit at a desk and do some work. Naturally, it can also easily be made into a bed for when you are camping.

Over 2 years of owning a Toyota Tacoma I built 3 different campers in the back of my truck. Here I compile the pros and cons of each, along with recommendations going forward.

Tools list, parts list, and assembly instructions for our favorite overland drawer system and sleeping platform. DIY truck bed drawers.

Tundra sleeping platform. Slide out platform extension.