CB in the ashtray write up?

[garbagewheelies]

I've searched the forum but can't find what I'm looking for. I know many have done this mod. I'm putting a Uniden Pro520xl in the ash tray slot of my 99 SR5 but I can't seem to find a detailed write up on how to install it. Specifically, how to mount it/secure it in there. What are you all using to do this? I imagine some sort of bracket and screws? And what exactly do I need to dremel out of there?

Anyone have pics or details?

Any words of advice before I get started?

I guess my main concern is the secure mounting method......


Any help would be GREATLY appreciated.

 

[4runner_kid]

I just used cable tie's and never had a issue. I just cut out the back of the ash tray hole and left the top to use to cable tie it to.

 

[TFJ-4runner]

double sided tape they sell at the truck stops by the cb's. just put a strip on both the white rails and your good. you would have to pull Very hard to get mine out.

 

[garbagewheelies]

Thank you for the response.

Do you recall what the top of the slot looks like? Is it flat and smooth? I'm wondering if a wide and long super duper strength strip of velcro would work. If not, I suppose I can use zip ties. I'm thinking I probably won't have enough room in there to use a bracket.

I think I'm going to go slow and do a detailed write up with specific pics since there doesn't seem to be one.

 

[4runner_kid]

Thank you for the response.

Do you recall what the top of the slot looks like? Is it flat and smooth? I'm wondering if a wide and long super duper strength strip of velcro would work. If not, I suppose I can use zip ties. I'm thinking I probably won't have enough room in there to use a bracket.

I think I'm going to go slow and do a detailed write up with specific pics since there doesn't seem to be one.

Not sure what it look's like one the 3rd gen, sense mine is a 2nd gen. I don't see why velcro wouldn't work, but if it get's hot the velcro lose's it's stick.

 

[animal]

I had that same radio installed in my Tacoma. I just shoved it in there and it didn't move an inch. No Tape or velcro required. It was wedged in there pretty good. It stuck out about 1.5", but I could deal with that.

 

[Supertrooper4]

i have a cobra 19 and it fits snug in there, the mount for the ash tray was compressed (if u get what i mean) and so it was a tight fit so the cb aint goin no where. And i also used so super glue and weather stiping to it wont rattle just to be safe! But make sure you keep the CB out a lil so u can put the HVAC panel back on bc the antenna cable will hit the back wall and u wont be able to close it!

 

[Pikeman]

Here is one write up on Slee, it is for a FJ80 but similar mod needed to mount in our Vehicle.
Slee - Uniden CB Install (Toyota 80 Series Land Cruiser)

Another one on a Tacoma which is closer to ours.
CB Dash Install

Hope this helps.

 

[hogester]

I took my trim piece off, removed the ashtray slide assembly (two screws) and took a hacksaw to the back of the area (it narrows as it goes in) Havnt secured it with anything yet, but it says in place pretty well. Only complaint is i have to bend over to see the channel.

 

[tinman]

Although I haven't done mine yet, I think I'll do the double-sided tape to keep it from vibrating. Seems like too tight of an area for a bracket for sure.

 

[TFJ-4runner]

Although I haven't done mine yet, I think I'll do the double-sided tape to keep it from vibrating. Seems like too tight of an area for a bracket for sure.

When do I get to see your new third?