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Low profile bed side storage racks

Discussion in 'Automotive Group Buys' started by Yo_Hec, Mar 17, 2020.

  1. Mar 17, 2020 at 8:16 AM
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    Yo_Hec

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    I wanted to develop a setup that allows you to install a tonneau cover or overhead rack by not occupying the utli-tracks. It needed to be low profile, sturdy and didn't rust or dent. I also wanted a clean factory look. I came up with this molle rack. THe molle holes are a tad bigger than mil spec, this is so you can install your molle pouches vertical or horizontal. Pictured is my personal 3gen, i believe it should fit the same on the second if you have the utili-track :

    It's made of UV stable 1/4" terpolymer plastic which is machined to 1/8" on top so it can fit under the side utili-tracks.
    To install, remove your your utili-track and lay it on top of the molle panel, transfer the holes from the track to the panel. 10-15 min total install time.

    If you prefer metal i can do it too.

    First batch:
    $200 for two
    $125 for one
    $20 to ship.

    coupon code is corona

    https://ogfab.com/products/og-tacoma-bed-sidewall-molle-rack



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  5. Mar 17, 2020 at 9:10 AM
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  6. Mar 17, 2020 at 9:13 AM
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    Not a problem Eh. :)
     
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  7. Mar 17, 2020 at 9:23 AM
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    I put the link up.
     
  8. Mar 17, 2020 at 9:37 AM
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    I can offer you the installed one pictured, its 3 weeks old, my prototype.
     
  9. Mar 17, 2020 at 9:43 AM
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  11. Mar 17, 2020 at 11:38 AM
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    My truck is a standard bed, 3gen. From the pix ive seen, the beds are the same with the exception of some access panels.
     
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  12. Mar 18, 2020 at 1:09 AM
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    I have a MX4 tonneau cover that moved the side rails down about an inch. Do you make a shorter version (top trimmed off)?
     
  13. Mar 18, 2020 at 5:29 AM
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    I can machine an extra 1" off the top if that works? The material ia .25" thick, but i have about 1.25" on the top machined down to 1/8 so it fits under the rails, i can machine it 2.25" from the top if you like?
     
  14. Mar 18, 2020 at 9:19 AM
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    My 2nd gen has the smaller cubbie holes in that area. Any way if I measure them you can just cut out the extra length? Basically have a two piece for the one side?
     
  15. Mar 18, 2020 at 9:24 AM
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    Send me pix of what you got.
     
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    This is the bedside on a 06 access cab. The cubbie hole is 9 13/16 inches length, that's the outer dimension of the lip. The lip starts about 20 3/8 inches from the front track screw

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  18. Mar 19, 2020 at 1:48 PM
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    Is that cubby hole edge removable?
     
  19. Mar 19, 2020 at 1:49 PM
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    Give length so i can make two panels for you.
     
  20. Mar 19, 2020 at 2:05 PM
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    Roger, those were quick measurements at work. The cubbie itself is a separate module that pops out of a hole in the bed. I will get better measurements later today.
     

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