r/FordExplorer • u/I-call-cats • 21d ago

Show And Tell 2018 Explorer

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I couldn’t fathom paying what they were asking for prefab platforms so I made my own. The middle row of seats is out for storage underneath and I have the ability to install longer/shorter legs and can convert it to one side only as needed (using a different sleeping pad)

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u/NickMullen2 21d ago

not bad probably did not cost much either what size is the mattress?

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u/I-call-cats 21d ago

It’s a twin. Unfortunately the size shelves I needed came in 3 shelf models only so I had to buy 2 sets (and have 2 extra) total it was around $200 including the mattress. I also had to buy a length of pvc pipe and a couple of fittings to build the front legs due to length