my platform works fine but i nearly throw my back out each time i put it in there. the other thing i hate is the main bulk of its weight is high in the trucks center of gravity. my platform is 5/8 plywood with minimal sopport struts.

have you ever had or seen a cheapo futon frame or ikea furnature? what wood is that? super dry pine? ash? anyhow it weighs nearly nothing and is fairly strong, not to mention cheap. i might even be able to get the wood from lightweight pallets

my next platform will be lightweight and modular. no more hinges that i never use. it will be two piece with the rear section always in the truck to use as a shelf. the front part will removable and somehow ancher down as not to be a missle in a accident.