1st Gen. Security Q/A

[FlyingBrick75]

Center Console / Securing

I agree. That damn center console does nothing for me. I already leave nothing in the truck and out in my fenced back yard. I have the back padlocked and chained, so hopefully all will be well!

i am definitely going to look into getting a removable wheel set-up though.

An Army Surplus Ammo Box modified so that it is lockable fits well between the front seats. I was able to use the original mounting brackets so no drilling into the body.

Had an attempt made to steal my 87 this morning. Came out of my house to find the ignition on, my steering wheel sliced though, and my club laying on the passenger seat still locked.

After they successfully stole the truck 5 years ago, (Thank you Portland Police for getting it back!) I installed a hidden kill switch that grounds out the coil and that appears to have saved the day!

All in all, I'm out a steering wheel, center console with my GPS in it was untouched and I don't keep anything else in the truck of value. I think I will replace it with a quick release wheel.

I am curious if anyone has tried modifying the glove box locking mechanism that they put in some of the 90's 4 runners / pickups to fit in an 80's 4 runner?

 

[Kean]

I am curious if anyone has tried modifying the glove box locking mechanism that they put in some of the 90's 4 runners / pickups to fit in an 80's 4 runner?

IMO/IME, all factory glove box/center console locks I have used are essentially useless in situations where you are dealing with break-ins. A pry bar or even a screw driver would make short work of it. Personally, I think they are only useful in keeping out the opportunistic thief and/or nosy people (e.g. valet, dealership porter, car wash attendant, mechanics, etc.). ....those situations where someone might rummage through or steal something from your glove box/console but wouldn't want to cause damage making it obvious.

IMO, a securely mounted lock box is likely your best bet to truly help keep valuables protected.

 

[FrankieB]

I've been considering bolting a lockable box to the floor in the back of my 4Runner.

Also wonder how difficult it would be to make a lockable replacement for the nearly useless center console/armrest. Something with a cup holder or two would be excellent.

Lol, word.