Buying guide
How to choose drawers and fridge slides
Drawers and fridge slides turn a tub or cargo area into organised, reachable storage. Measure first, then match the slide to your fridge.
- Measure the space
Drawer systems are made for specific vehicles and tub or cargo sizes. Check the listing's fitment and dimensions against your vehicle.
- Match slide and fridge
Choose a slide rated for your fridge's loaded weight and with a tray big enough for its footprint. Drop slides lower the fridge so you can reach into it.
- Strap it down
Secure the fridge to the slide with proper tie-downs; MSA recommends cam straps.
- Seats in a wagon
Removing seats for drawers needs no VASS certificate unless it changes the vehicle's category, but VicRoads must be told when an adult seat is permanently removed (VSI 19).
Choosing Drawers and Slides
Think about how you camp before you choose. A full drawer system suits tourers who want every item to have a home, while a single fridge slide might be all you need if the rest of your gear travels in boxes. Car-specific drawer kits make the most of your exact cargo space, and generic-fit drawers offer flexibility if you change vehicles.
Check drawer extension and weight ratings against what you plan to store, and remember the fridge is usually the heaviest, most used item in the setup. A slide that drops down as it extends can make a tall fridge easier to reach on a high vehicle. Leave room for airflow around the fridge, and factor the weight of the whole system into your payload.
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Common questions
Do I need to tell VicRoads if I take seats out for drawers?
Yes, if an adult seat is removed permanently. You don't need a VASS certificate unless the change alters the vehicle's category, and taking a seat out temporarily is fine if the seatbelts stay and airbags aren't affected (VSI 19).
Drop slide or straight slide?
A straight slide pulls the fridge out at the same height. A drop slide also lowers it, which makes a tall fridge easier to reach into from a high tub or cargo floor.
What load can a fridge slide take?
Each slide has its own rating; check the product's specifications against your fridge's full weight.
