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Anchoring shelving in the sleeper

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by Razorwyr, Jan 19, 2015.

  1. Jan 19, 2015 #1
    Razorwyr

    Razorwyr Road Train Member

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    So, I'm trying to plan a modification to my truck and was wondering if anyone had some practical ideas of how to build/anchor a shelf in the sleeper berth. My intention is to remove the second bunk and replace it with a "U" shaped shelf around the interior perimeter of the sleeper. I don't have a problem with the actual construction of the shelf, my concern is more of how to anchor it to the wall so that it can support a decent amount of weight without drilling through to the outside. Anyone have any ideas, or know how thick the walls are so i can get the correct anchors?

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    Razorwyr
     
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  3. Jan 19, 2015 #2
    drfraser

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    seems as though (as long as the construction of the shelving is sturdy enough) the anchor points for the bunk would be enough and just anchor it at the bottom only. I'm no expert, so that's all the more input I can give. I'll be following this, as someday I'd like to put all home made shelving in my rig too
     
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  4. Jan 19, 2015 #3
    Bakerman

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    What's wrong with using the upper bunk as a shelf?
     
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  5. Jan 19, 2015 #4
    marineman227

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    Use the mounts from the original bunk and just make a bracket for your shelf to fit them. You should have 2 preset anchor points on the back wall then one on each side on the side walls where the bunk hit in the down position. This has the added benefit that you can put the bunk back in to sell the truck.
     
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  7. Jan 20, 2015 #5
    Razorwyr

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    Bakerman, The problem with that is i want it to be open and i'm fairly tall, i can't sit up in the bottom bunk comfortably. I want to be able sit and relax without being hunched over.
     
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  8. Jan 20, 2015 #6
    kemosabi49

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    I did it in a 97 FLD. Used those attachment points like marineman227 said. Made a frame out of angle iron then bolted some good quality cabinets from a used lumber place (not the stapled together stuff you see at Lowes and HD). Had 18" accross the back and 12" on the sides. Had to get some child safety things to keep the doors from vibrating open. Looked good when it was done but I wouldn't do it again. I know Legacy does factory sleeper conversions.
     
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  9. Jan 21, 2015 #7
    Luwi67

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    What kind of truck, there is a guy looking to convert his 379 70" single bunk to a double in the Peterbilt section. Maybe you guys can can do a trade, your upper bunk for his upper cabinets.
     
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  10. Jan 25, 2015 #8
    Razorwyr

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    Thanks, but I haven't bought one yet, so not sure. I was wanting to buy a 2011 387 in March, but circumstances have changed a little and I may be getting a 2012 Cascadia this week. If I go with the Cascadia my plans may change as I have only ever driven 387s and 587s. I like the room in the Pete, but the truck I was supposed to be in until March I was forced out of and I don't feel like moving twice. I don't like the looks of the Freightliners, but I have heard very little negatives about the 2012 Cascadia and quite a bit positive, so I may go that route. I have a few more questions about it before I decide for sure.
     
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  11. Jul 12, 2022 #9
    JustAnotherTrucker316

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    Pictures!!!!! Im excited to see PICTURES!!! i appreciate your post I am looking for something similar also. I hope to get some good ideas inspired by the world wide webs for organizing stuff/food on the top bunk and use the currently wasted space above instead of using the space horizontally on the top bunk directly. i hope to find pictures of what other people are doing I cant be the only one on the planet. Peace!
     
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