I'll have to look into this. I've just been shoving stuff under the seat, lol.

 

DU-HA and WeatherTech both make custom fit underseat bins specifically designed for the Ridgeline, but they're $190 and $170 respectively on Amazon right now. I've read good things about the DU-HA bin, but these Rubbermaid bins are cheaper and slide out.

 

@Wisconsin_Mike, Since I am usually carrying dogs or grandkids (with car seats) I really like the ability to slide the bin out without having to lift the seat. Great post, thank you!

 

$10 each at Summit Racing. Plus shipping or store pickup.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/plt-3304-40

 

Nice find!

 

I discovered that a pair of Rubbermaid cargo bins fit nicely under the back seats. I think it's Rubbermaid model 3304-40. I bought mine years ago but I see that they're still available on ebay for $25 each with free shipping or Amazon for $33 each with free shipping. Looks like this:
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If you don't put anything too tall in the bin, the bin can slide out from the end of the seat without lifting the seat up:
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Nice inexpensive solution! It's great when you can you what you already have. I found another cheap way. our local craft brewery has these nice cardboard trays for their cases of canned product. A little black spray paint, and done!.....Now if I can find something to serve as a tray above the dividers in the trunk

 

Our local craft brewery has these nice cardboard trays for their cases of canned product. A little black spray paint, and done!

I wonder if spray-on PlastiDip would help make the cardboard more durable. I've seen people apply that stuff in unexpected places and it seems pretty tough.

 

Both are excellent solutions! I have the Du-Ha tray and I do like it, especially the slots in the removable dividers for long things. But honestly if I had known about the Rubbermaid solution I would have done that instead and saved myself about $140, since I don’t put long things there. AND been able to slide them out without lifting the rear seat. I am thinking that the essentially free (!) cardboard solution may have to be replaced occasionally depending on how much use and exposure to moisture they get - but so what they’re FREE. Great ideas both, that show you don’t need to spend lot to upgrade this truck

 

Yeah, worst case scenario, I need to visit the brewery 😋

 

I use three of the 5-gallon Commander storage bins and they fit perfectly when the seats are folded down. Put some felt pads on the bottom corners and have no issues with them sliding around. https://www.lowes.com/pd/COMMANDER-...ANDER-5-Gallon-20-Quart-Black-and-Yellow-Tote-with-Standard-Snap-Lid/1000421923

 

Can you slide them out easily without lifting up the seat?

 

I discovered that a pair of Rubbermaid cargo bins fit nicely under the back seats. I think it's Rubbermaid model 3304-40. I bought mine years ago but I see that they're still available on ebay for $25 each with free shipping or Amazon for $33 each with free shipping. Looks like this:


If you don't put anything too tall in the bin, the bin can slide out from the end of the seat without lifting the seat u

That might be perfect for me - thanks much or sharing. I tend to set random tools/other items that I might need under the seat, and it can get a little cluttered. Also the bin would make it easer to reach things - pull it out vs. reaching under there, feeling around, then sometimes needing to lift the seat.

Neater + more convenient....nice!

 

Do you have one or two under the back seat?
I'm curious if two will fit.

I discovered that a pair of Rubbermaid cargo bins fit nicely under the back seats. I think it's Rubbermaid model 3304-40. I bought mine years ago but I see that they're still available on ebay for $25 each with free shipping or Amazon for $33 each with free shipping. Looks like this:
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If you don't put anything too tall in the bin, the bin can slide out from the end of the seat without lifting the seat up:

 

I have two bins, and two will fit side-by-side easily under the seat, but so far I only keep one under the driver's side rear seat. Several times I've needed to fit something large behind the driver's seat, so I just lift the wider seat section up and then push the cargo bin under the narrower passenger side seat. This makes about 2/3 of the entire floor available for big items.

I installed L-Track in the bed and a VanTech ladder rack, so I also wanted some smaller containers to hold the connectors for the L-Track and the stainless 3/8" eyes for the ladder rack slots. While looking for smaller containers, I found that this Plano shotgun shell box almost exactly fits under the seat, too.

It's a lot like the standard plastic Plano ammo can, but shorter. So the "regular size" Plano ammo can might fit perfectly, too. I have a few of those, so I'll have to check. Several ratchet straps and associated shackles and whatnot easily fit in the short Plano shotgun shell box.

 

I didn't realize that the Plano Shot Shell box is longer than the Plano Field Box. Here are a few boxes I have laying around. Walmart used to carry the Plano Field Box, but now they carry the other two on the left. Farm and Fleet carries both Plano boxes, or Amazon I guess. I think the Plano boxes are higher quality than the others.

All of these boxes fit easily under the back seats, including a standard steel mil-spec M80 ammo can.

But that Plano Shot Shell Box is about the perfect length:

It actually drops right into place and is just snug. It will come out the front or the end without lifting up the seat, too.

 

Amazon.com

More expensive option, but I LOVE these things for my application.

 

Thank you WisconsinMike....I found the Rubber Maids off of Summit Racing for 2 for $30 shipped over night.

 

I found the Rubber Maids off of Summit Racing for 2 for $30 shipped over night.

I was curious about your post because my order confirmation showed that mine wouldn't ship until late May; However, this morning I got a shipping confirmation showing they would arrive today via Fedex. So, basically the same delivery as yours.

Not sure how they are making money charging only $12 for expedited shipping but I ain't complaining....And I will definitely buy from them again.

 

I discovered that a pair of Rubbermaid cargo bins fit nicely under the back seats. I think it's Rubbermaid model 3304-40. I bought mine years ago but I see that they're still available on ebay for $25 each with free shipping or Amazon for $33 each with free shipping. Looks like this:
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If you don't put anything too tall in the bin, the bin can slide out from the end of the seat without lifting the seat up:
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Great solution. Is there room in the center for something else, and have you found a different storage solution for that space? Without getting to my vehicle and measuring, I assume it’s some “stubby” width. Ammo can(s)? 5 gallon Lowe’s “commander” bin? tool bag?

 

Got mine today and they are great for my purposes - mostly groceries now but I am sure they will come in handy for other things.

As you can see from the photo, 2 fit fine with a little room leftover. They fit better turned so that the mesh faces backwards. Look like they were custom fit for the space - there is a cutout for the hook bracket.

Thanks for the posts @Wisconsin_Mike & @CountryCruiser!

 

Creative solutions in here, thanks for sharing. Have some ammo cans lying around that would be great based on what I'm seeing here.

 

I have been using these "Nickel" colored 4 gallon Sterilite Modular Stackers since 2010 on 2 2008s and one 2020 Ridgeline. I recently bought a new 23 and decided to upgrade my 13 year old boxes to the black ones available at the Container Store for $6.99 each right now. They don't move around and can be removed without lifting the seats

 

I have one of these "pelican" rip offs from Harbor Freight. 2800 Weatherproof Protective Case, Medium, Tan
Pretty sure its the medium one and it fits great.

 

I have found that pelican cases do fit under there. I have three under there. I have also found that larger items tend not to move around when tetris’d properly.

 

Thanks for the great idea! I probably would have eventually figured it out on my own, but it may have taken me a while. I ended up going with these baskets. Four of them fit across perfectly, and I have all weather mats, so I haven't noticed them moving once. I have straps and tie downs on one outer edge, common tools on the other, and the two in the middle have my jumper cables, a portable air compressor, and a spotlight. Very easy to slide in and out (currently can't lift the seats easily due to car seats), but not the best solution for storing longer or heavier items.

 

Found it online from numerous sources, but all report the product as unavailable meaning it's probably been discontinued by Rubbermaid which is a real bummer

 

I bought these from Napa, pretty sure they're identical to the Rubbermaid. Fit exactly as described for the original Rubbermaid.

 

I think I got the last ones from Napa, thank you for sharing the info! The stickers say 2015 on them

 

i found these fyi: https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/BK_33044

 

I think it really depends on what you want to store and if you want to see it. My 24 Trailsport has a tray OEM Honda. I did not like having to see the stuff and it rolling around on it. I got off Amazon some under seat storage with zipper covers tha fit perfectly and are able to be closed and transferred easily if needed.

 

I discovered that a pair of Rubbermaid cargo bins fit nicely under the back seats. I think it's Rubbermaid model 3304-40. I bought mine years ago but I see that they're still available on ebay for $25 each with free shipping or Amazon for $33 each with free shipping. Looks like this:
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If you don't put anything too tall in the bin, the bin can slide out from the end of the seat without lifting the seat up:
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I found them at a NAPA store close by. Thanks for the information. I have a third piece from the Husky floor mats that will stop them from sliding back and forth.

 

Sold out or not available anywhere online or in stores in my area.

https://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/posts/3432297/