Four-wheel driving is an absolute blast of fun and having all the accessory is the way to go but the trouble with having all the accessories is you need somewhere to put them. Storage drawers are a great way to neatly organise all your gear. Not only do they help sort your gear they are also a great way of storing dirty gear allowing your vehicle to stay clean

What are rear storage drawers?

Rear storage drawers are a set of sliding drawers installed in the back of a four-wheel drive. They are a pragmatic and convenient way to increase storage space in the rear of a vehicle. Rear drawers are a significant addition to your vehicle if you’re regularly up for a new expedition. They help utilise spaces in the back of your vehicle and ensure there’s a place to keep all items. They are made from different materials ranging from leather to wood, depending on the producer and the amount you want to spend.

One of the notable merits of storage draws is that the equipment can be used to store all the important off-road materials you may need for a journey out of the dust or dirt. The drawers help stabilise the vehicle’s balance by ensuring that its centre of gravity is lower than if you were to store items on the roof. Hence, your vehicle stays firmly on the ground rather than collapsing on some tracks.

Despite the amazing benefits of rear storage drawers, it’s not easy for a novice to enter the trend, know what they need to pack and how to carry out the package. Below, we will briefly examine the fundamentals of four-wheel rear storage drawers and what you should fill them.

Things to pack in your rear storage drawers when on a journey

The weight of your drawers must be considered when trying to fill them with items before a trip. Long four-wheel-drive rear drawers are a bonus since you can put heavier items at the back, which will be placed over the top of your axel. That is another benefit since the additional weight over your axel will help with the vehicle’s bounce while you are on track.

However, newcomers to four-wheel drive (4WD) rear drawers are likely to fill them with many unnecessary items, which is a very wrong approach. Lesser and important items are to be filled in your rear drawers, not excessive and irrelevant things. Keep in mind that you can always restock supplies in local shops near you.

In addition, it is important to include a first aid kit and other safety gear in your pack for a journey or tour. This will help when you encounter an emergency during your journey.

Longer drawers have a lot of rooms to help separate items based on what they are, which will help to ease your task while unpacking things. You should keep fragile items like food in containers, so they don’t end up crushed before reaching your destination.

Are rear storage drawers heavy?

The Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) is an important factor when making decisions about rear storage drawers. It refers to the maximum weight a four-wheel drive can carry, including itself, to operate efficiently and safely. It’s extremely important not to exceed your GMV when you pack all your compartments.

When we talk about weight, it’s important to note the materials employed to create 4WD rear storage drawers. Different types of materials are utilised to accommodate your weight or personal needs.

The material you go for will hugely depend on the weight of your vehicle, personal preference, and the amount you want to spend. Carry out detailed research about your vehicle and rear drawers to understand your needs before you visit a dealer to make a purchase.

Do rear storage drawers come with a warranty?

Warranty is an important factor that comes to mind when buying a product. That’s why vehicle owners try as much as possible to choose the rear storage drawer with the best warranty and sales support. As a potential buyer, you should research and understand if the system comes with a basic consumer guarantee or whether the company gives a longer warranty.

Furthermore, if you want to purchase rear storage drawers online and expect installation from a third party, the service may be the only thing the warranty covers. Since your drawer is to be installed by a third party, it’s important to protect yourself if an accident occurs.

Hence, ensure that the personnel to carry out the third party installation are happy and in good health and mental condition when delivering the service. They should also understand what service delivery entails.

 
The brand of rear storage drawers to purchase

Once you have understood what storage drawers are and how they work, the next step is to decide whether to make them yourself or purchase from a distributor. If you are buying, you should understand that different brands have their specialities and your decision should be based on your requirement. There are many popular brands that are quality but there also some that are affordable. So the key is to look for a brand that is affordable and quality.  

DIY rear storage drawers

This is for vehicle owners who prefer to build their rear storage drawers themselves. It’s a good decision if you can create a solid and reliable rear drawer yourself. There are many positive and negative to choosing to go down this route. Some positives are Reduces your expenses (save cost), an exact fit, gain a useful understanding and possible have fun building project. On the other hand however the negatives to building your own are there is no warranty, it’s extremely time consuming, due to the low price of some brands you will most likely spend more.