Custom fabricated hatch storage?

Synapt

Member
Mar 30, 2023
17
Pennsylvania, United States
Anyone have any recommendations of companies, preferably in Pennsylvania that would be able to make a custom stainless steel shelving unit of some sort if I provide them like a 3D design mock-up of it?

Working with a forester that could really use some proper hatch organization but there isn't exactly an aftermarket for subaru foresters as far as pre-made storage shelving goes.
 
You will likely need to look at the off road sites/pages for that. Finding an upfitter will be even more problematic. Best bet is diy.

A lot will depend on what you're looking to stow/haul. Rescue gear? Groceries? Animals? Camping? On our forester ('17) we use a portable sportsman trunk for all the roadside gear. If you're not already on it Subaruforester.org page has some good suggestions.

Found this on reddit
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DIY steel working isn't exactly an easy thing lol. It needs to be stainless steel for the better protection of rust/corrosion of moisture. The vehicle is set up as a traffic unit for fire, so cones/signs/etc get thrown in wet sometimes.

I have a general visual of what I want and have the ability/software to design it myself, just not the materials or tools to cut and weld/connect the steel together. And unfortunately living somewhat rurally I don't have any local places offhand I'm aware of or even somewhat nearby that can do what I'm trying to do.
 

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