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Vehicle safe for 2016 Tacoma?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by TacoFJ, Mar 22, 2016.

  1. Mar 22, 2016 at 7:44 PM
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    TacoFJ

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    Does anyone make a vehicle safe specifically for the 3rd Gen? It needs to be really secure.

    Thanks.
     
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  2. Mar 22, 2016 at 7:45 PM
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    CodeSeven

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    What do you plan on putting in there? And why not use something like a locking glove box?
     
  3. Mar 22, 2016 at 7:46 PM
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    Gotta hide the murder weapon man :anonymous:
     
  4. Mar 22, 2016 at 7:47 PM
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  7. Mar 22, 2016 at 7:58 PM
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    Not trying to knock the product but.... Aluminum? Aluminum bends wayyy too easily. Plus it has a low melting point! Any propane torch from any parts or hardware store can melt aluminum. Needs iron IMO.

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    basic googling shows aluminum's melting point is 660 centigrade. Propane/oxygen torch burns at 2526 centigrade.
     
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  9. Mar 22, 2016 at 8:06 PM
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    TacoFJ

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    Not sure how I missed that. No picture but, if it is like their other models, it should be very secure.

    I have a conceal-carry permit. A firearm must be locked up when left in the vehicle. I would want it to be far more secure than a locked glove-box.
     
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    FWIW, the original under seat storage is plastic. If we're talking about protection from torches, I cannot help. I am interested in thwarting common thievery.
     
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  12. Mar 23, 2016 at 6:50 PM
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    So has anyone actually bought the Console Vault for the 2016? If so, could you post pictures and opinion?
     
  13. Mar 27, 2016 at 12:27 PM
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    Anyone know if a Glock 19 fits the console vault? Thanks
     
  14. Mar 27, 2016 at 12:31 PM
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    http://www.gunvault.com/microvault-biometric-mvb500.html
    Get the Gun Vault one that has a steel cable. It will lock under your seat. I used that in my old truck for 5+ years.
    Should have gone with the 17.. haha
     
  15. Mar 27, 2016 at 12:33 PM
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    Why do you say that? The G19 is the do-all 9mm.
     
  16. Mar 27, 2016 at 12:35 PM
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    lol, jk the 19 is better for most applications. I just love my 17.
     
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