Rear Under-Seat Storage - Aftermarket Options

[‘19ramlveryeha]

I finally got around to doing this mod. Thank you so much RodRow, I decided to use just use one box in the rear passenger side area and make the boxed area larger. I also cut down the lid and placed it on top so I can still have some flat space for storage with the seat up. I used 1/4in. -20 X 3in. screw on one side and 1/4in. -20 x 6in. screw on the other. Please see pictures for reference. Thank you again!!!! you saved me close to $200. All i spent was less than $10 on this mod and an hour of my time. I'm extremely happy with the way it turned out!!!


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Look at that. Pretty nice.



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[‘19ramlveryeha]

Like I said...if you're happy then we're all happy! Yes...you are cheap

I don’t think it’s being cheap. I like the idea. Same idea different conclusion. **** I might do this or Jaír make one out of fiberglass and mold it.


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[buckeyeboy]

anybody find something for a quad cab ? I cant.

I copied this tip from another user (RodRowe, thank you)
AWESOME, with full front-to-back storage, and it looks good!
It was a 27 gallon hard plastic storage tub from Home Depot.
Paid $6.99, and, I don't think I could buy a more useful storage area (as of now).
I cut and fit it in in about half an hour with a sabre saw. Probably slightly less than a 2 hour project (start to finish), in low 30 degree temps working outside. Didn't buy anything else, I went to my parts bins, and (slowly) figured out how to... make it work.
Deep and un-restricted storage, and it ( yeah really) looks close to a factory part with the seats down in my Quad Cab. And now I also have (left-over) a free nice, deep, heavy-weight plastic pan to change oil in the Lawn mower, with. A great tip from this forum.
I saved money, and increased storage.
Edit note:
No, I can not store a rifle or a shotgun under the seat with this modification, and that is a possible drawback, But:
Whenever I go shooting I keep all my extra guns: 1) cased; 2) unloaded; 3) all stored in totally open view when shown, and 4) separate from the ammo, so I can stay ready to immediately inform (and easily show) any police officer the legal weapons in my truck, if I am ever stopped for any reason.
(I could not store ANY quality long gun cases in any of the aftermarket quad storage bins that I saw.)
So not having "under the seat" rifle storage is not a problem for me, personally.
This seven dollar modification is great.

 

[buckeyeboy]

Well, I got a little industrious this afternoon and resolved my under-seat storage issue for $9....yes, nine dollars!

If you have an accessible Home Depot, a utility knife (or preferably a Dremel tool), tape measure, a few screws and 45 minutes, you can build your storage as the pictures indicate below...they are removable in 3 minutes with only 2 small screws...

Before (no under-seat storage):
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$9 plastic storage bin from Home Depot (this one is the right width):
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Mark a line 7" down from the top lip and cut all the way around with a dremmel bit or utility knife, then cut the short ends of the bin in half as shown:
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Fit the two pieces in the floorboard and cut the angles to fit the under-seat bump in the middle (this allows the frame to sit flat):
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Flip over and screw the 2 pieces together in the middle for stability, then place in the truck, screw a flat head screw into the plastic cover on each end of the bench seat (the screws are silver in the photo), then tie the center back to the D ring that is under the rear seat to keep the frame in place (I used tie straps, but plan to use a small bungie once acquired).
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Finished Product:
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This was too easy and more than serves my purposes as they will work with my WeatherTech floor mats that I'm ordering soon.

I hope this helps someone out there who didn't want to drop $180+ for storage.

THANKS!
$6.99 at home Depot, fit great, looks great, with my Quad cab seats.
Very happy with this modification, thanks to you.

 

[Jamesalan98]

I got my 2019 Ram Laramie Quad Cab and I decided to get the WeatherTech under-seat storage bin. It’s not the biggest, but it does look great. It sits on top of Mopar rubber floor mats.

 

[SacRebel]

I got my 2019 Ram Laramie Quad Cab and I decided to get the WeatherTech under-seat storage bin. It’s not the biggest, but it does look great. It sits on top of Mopar rubber floor mats.

That’s why I ultimately went with the Du-ha. The double wall design of the Husky and Weathertech looks nicer but the Du-ha has a single wall, which gives you more storage volume.

 

[Quigs]

Kind of off topic but am I the only one that misses the fold flat floor from my 4th gen. I loved that you had the flat floor and storage underneath the whole floor.

 

[Jako]

thanks for the pics. not sure why anyone would order without.?

Positives are many - OEM, $95 relatively inexpensive, nice fit and finish, expensive after build order, nice fit with carpet/mats, Do It Yourself (DIY) time consuming
Negative - limited storage vs a DIY, in my case my levels would not fit and I can make a larger storage area, although it will rest on the mats. Still working on the design phase.
I should have ordered the $95.00 block heater on my build order and I am thinking of installing it now for those extreme cold days in NYC. But it may also create a "home" for the feral cats in the neighborhood. I already have paw prints in the engine compartment and air filter cover. Neighbor did one in already starting her car and my mechanic had one stuck on the exhaust manifold at work. The Bed Utility Group (BUG) is also a "good buy" when ordering vs buying individually.

 

[‘19ramlveryeha]

Went with the DUHA.

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[securityguy]

Went with the DUHA.

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I think the Du-Ha is the best option for our trucks. Well made and the most space of the others. Love mine and use it all the time.

 

[‘19ramlveryeha]

I think the Du-Ha is the best option for our trucks. Well made and the most space of the others. Love mine and use it all the time.

It really is. Fits all my crap and I like that the dividers will hold my shotguns for hunting.


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[securityguy]

It really is. Fits all my crap and I like that the dividers will hold my shotguns for hunting.


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Totally agree...fits my AK47 and AR15 like a glove.

 

[sparty569]

I was disappointed with no under seat storage like my old Tacoma had and I didn't want to spend almost $200 on the plastic units so I made this out of 3/4 plywood and plasti dip. I used velcro to hold it in place and it seems like it's not going anywhere. I'm pretty happy with it and it cost $5 because I already had the plywood.

I am super tempted to do this carpet it, just for the look.

 

[HoosierTrooper]

Another vote for the DU-HA. I'm really liking it so far and the reclining seats work just fine.

 

[securityguy]

Another vote for the DU-HA. I'm really liking it so far and the reclining seats work just fine.

Best Underseat Storage for the RAM! Enjoy

 

[HoosierTrooper]

Best Underseat Storage for the RAM! Enjoy

You're endorsement helped me make the decision to go with the DU-HA over its competitors.

 

[securityguy]

You're endorsement helped me make the decision to go with the DU-HA over its competitors.

Happy to hear you're not mad at me

 

[HoosierTrooper]

Happy to hear you're not mad at me

Nah, but when SWMBO finds out I spent $165 for a piece of plastic that goes under the back seat I may have to throw you under the bus.

 

[securityguy]

Nah, but when SWMBO finds out I spent $165 for a piece of plastic that goes under the back seat I may have to throw you under the bus.

Happy to take the bus roll my friend...tell her I made you do it and that I'm bigger than you are

 

[Ramn'at]

Decided to go DIY after seeing a few others on the forum as there were no aftermarket solutions to retain access with the Ram Bins (from what I saw). Couldn't be happier with the results!