DIY bed divider with lockable hinges

[Stoopid313]

I made the same damn thing!
it’s nearly impossible to install/remove without being hinged.

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[Bry]

Is it too difficult to install and remove without hinges?

Yeah, I installed my roof rack on the side rails. Roof rack is in the way. The divider won’t slide in

 

[Barracuda340]

Seriously, this is the innovation? Just get this instead for 16$ if you're the one in a million that has a rack that blocks a 2x6 from being pulled out.

I have one of these nets. Its works great for when I go food shopping, however it doesnt fit everything, and some larger stuff ends up sliding towards the front. I have a tri fold bed cover, however I dont feel like opening it to retrieve stuff that's rolled to the front or to climb inside to get it. This is why I am welding up a folding divider out of square thin wall steel tubing. I'm back on shift at work for the next 8 days, but the next time I am off, I will be starting on this project.

 

[JBryant]

More flexible handling? ... space saving storage? ... lighter weight? ... if you are happy with yours, more power to you.

Looks great and great idea. Obviously, everyone likes theirs better, but so be it. You have great storage flexibility this way.

 

[rclee]

I cut mine to the correct length. It drops in ok but getting it out is kind of a pain with the SIBL. I also added cheapo door stoppers so I could hang the handles of the plastic grocery bags on them. The stoppers give you a place to lift up on the board (divider)

 

[yoyomav]

More flexible handling? ... space saving storage? ... lighter weight? ... if you are happy with yours, more power to you.

Lighter weight??

 

[MAVRICK]

Lighter weight??

Depending on the type of material used (wood or other than wood) which may compensate for the added weight of the hinges while adding flexibility ... lighter weight does require some trade offs.

 

[shadowthrone]

This is actually the exact idea I was looking for! The MX4 cover rails make it basically impossible to slide in the divider, and this is an easy solution for getting that board in place.

 

[Suzukiridr14]

the description says 'for easy removal' but ... it's just as easy to lift and remove an uncut piece, and save $12, imo.

The reason for the hinge, is because he has a rack on his truck that prevents the board from being removed straight up.

 

[Bry]

The reason for the hinge, is because he has a rack on his truck that prevents the board from being removed straight up.

people just don't read

 

[Hardening2753]

Since I installed my roof rack on the side rails, I can't slide up the divider. DIY bed divider with lockable hinges. I used a lighter weight 1x8 pine wood x2 cut to 54 1/4, lightly stained black. Cut in half and install lockable hinges for easy removal. Cheap hinge a pair for $12


Amazon link for the 180 degrees

https://www.amazon.com/Skelang-0°-90°-180°-Foldable-Extension-Workbench/dp/B0BN7YJT1V/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11FSI5AH5V52Z&keywords=Skelang+2+Pcs+Folding+Brakcet+0°-90°-180°&qid=1687957527&sprefix=skelang+2+pcs+folding+brakcet+0+-90+-180+,aps,111&sr=8-1

How much weight can your rack hold?

 

[Bry]

How much weight can your rack hold?

Amazon says max cargo 400lbs. I've only put 3 surfboards so far. Here's the thread for the rack attached

https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...t-bed-rack-installed-on-side-bed-rails.28561/

 

[Hardening2753]

Amazon says max cargo 400lbs. I've only put 3 surfboards so far. Here's the thread for the rack attached

https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...t-bed-rack-installed-on-side-bed-rails.28561/

Thanks for the link!

 

[Ferdinand]

Since I installed my roof rack on the side rails, I can't slide up the divider. DIY bed divider with lockable hinges. I used a lighter weight 1x8 pine wood x2 cut to 54 1/4, lightly stained black. Cut in half and install lockable hinges for easy removal. Cheap hinge a pair for $12


Amazon link for the 180 degrees

https://www.amazon.com/Skelang-0°-90°-180°-Foldable-Extension-Workbench/dp/B0BN7YJT1V/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11FSI5AH5V52Z&keywords=Skelang+2+Pcs+Folding+Brakcet+0°-90°-180°&qid=1687957527&sprefix=skelang+2+pcs+folding+brakcet+0+-90+-180+,aps,111&sr=8-1

The lockable hinges are a great idea. I followed your advice and bought them at Amazon.
The hinges makes it versatile and easy to install !!
Here is the result:

 

[Bry]

The lockable hinges are a great idea. I followed your advice and bought them at Amazon.
The hinges makes it versatile and easy to install !!
Here is the result:

So awesome dude, easy and cheap DIY!!

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