After 3 months of owning my third Maverick I was rear ended at a stoplight. There have been quite a few threads showing similar damage but I thought I would give you the breakdown in costs I was given. The little truck did its job and I had zero pain or soreness.
First, the damage.
It has a...
With the exception of the odometer readings, this is nearly worthless.
Sample size too small, tests too short, results seem to be outliers compared to his own experience.
I had one for a year without problems for my needs at the time. The use of double sided tape for attaching the panels is a no-go for me, but that person absolutely installed the tonneau cover improperly by adding extra weather stripping.
The seatbelt buckles are still usable behind the platform. I'm also planning on some hidden D-rings and a detachable net for the front. I'm glad your Bulladore was unharmed! You can never predict what the road has in store.
And absolutely, it's crazy how much we spend on depreciating assets. I...
I appreciate it, but I have the same one and my dog is not a fan (of any hammock). Plus, showing me a cheap alternative after I have already made the bench is kinda silly.
It works great as a platform and extremely stable in all directions. Highly recommend it if you need something flat and want to protect the seats. If you want to copy the legs and hinges, links are in the 4. Accessories and Modifications Google Sheet Linked above.
My first project! A dog bench for my needy little guy. He has always been very sensitive in cars, and unfortunately the hammocks are a no-go for him. He refused to get in the Cayenne on his own so I wanted to make a real effort to make something he would like. Here's what I came up with:
Some...