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Cheap and easy water jug mount.

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Gabassman, May 15, 2014.

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  1. May 15, 2014 at 4:51 PM
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    Like the title says it's cheap and easy. I spent less than 15 bucks on everything.

    Materials:
    1 inch tie down rings( only one bolt hole)
    http://www.cargogear.com/OneItemInfo.aspx?partnum=SGDRING
    T30 star bit and driver.
    Either a ratchet strap or bungee cord ( I vote ratchet strap. It's stronger)
    Beer of choice and bottle opener.
    Now if you order the same rings as I you will need a few more tools
    A drill and a 1/4 inch drill bit and some vise grips.

    First gather your materials
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    Next remove the four bolts on the bed side compartment of your choice using the T30 bit and driver. asemepu2_bff3551d2a65f5454225b4757dc5725153b204a2.jpg

    Drill out the d-ring mounting hole using the 1/4 drill bit.
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    Now bolt down d-rings
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    Place your water jug of your choice between the d-rings and ratchet or bungee it securely.
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    Now drink your beer if you haven't already finished it.e7a8uhem_d19e3b3ca8633e3893ded0903e8479feafed6b05.jpg
     
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    Gabassman, May 15, 2014
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  2. May 15, 2014 at 5:01 PM
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    I like, well done.:)
     
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  3. May 15, 2014 at 5:04 PM
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    Nice! Good idea!!!
     
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  4. May 15, 2014 at 5:05 PM
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    Thanks I appreciate it. Im strapping a full 6 gallons in for a test ride. I have 200+ miles to drive tomorrow.
     
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  5. May 15, 2014 at 6:06 PM
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    Nice.
     
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  6. May 15, 2014 at 6:28 PM
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    YOU just gave me the answer to securing my fridge in the box!
    Great idea. Thank you.

    before-
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  7. May 15, 2014 at 6:33 PM
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    Gabassman, May 15, 2014
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  8. May 15, 2014 at 6:38 PM
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    Probably some heavier duty ones out there. I'll post up what I find.
     
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  9. May 15, 2014 at 6:45 PM
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    Good luck is all I've got to say. Finding some that around the one inch size is the issue
     
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    Do you think the d rings in the bed would work or are they too big? They seem pretty heavy duty. Great post
     
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  11. May 19, 2014 at 5:00 PM
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    6 gallons to drive 2oo miles? You drink a lot
     
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  12. May 20, 2014 at 10:21 PM
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    Hey man , did your mod today , great idea , thanks

    I used a bungee today to test it out , but I'll probably end up with a strap




     
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  13. May 20, 2014 at 10:45 PM
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    where did you get your rings, Peter?
     
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    Local lumber supply
     
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    X2 look way stronger will for sure be doing this
     
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    Thanks. Great idea.
     
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    The ones I bought were for a tie down point , the mounting tab was flat , meant to bolt down with a bolt on either side of the ring , I folded it over with a vise
     
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  18. May 20, 2014 at 11:25 PM
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  19. May 21, 2014 at 12:45 AM
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    Your welcome. Glad others are finding a use for it and yes those rings look much stronger.
     
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    Next mod. Throw a water hose in it and run it up to the cab for all your drinking needs.....
     
    Gabassman, May 21, 2014
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