Center console "Vault"

How many people have installed Safe/Vaults in their Tscomas?

Likes?

Dislikes?

 

Like! Had 3 so far, 2 Tacoma and 1 Jeep. Last one I ran a 6" bolt through the inside. Not going anywhere depending on the mounting.

 

Awesome, I was Just looking around for one too. There are a few threads scrambled throughout the forums. For those who do have it, How well Does a glock 19 fit in there? Are there large gaps between the frame and door?

 

I have the Tuffy version and am very happy.

 

The 19 will fit but you will not be able to mount it like I did the 26. There are no gaps to worry about.
The only complaint that I have it, when you open it, it hits up against the top cover causing it to rub. I put electrical tape on the parts where there is contact to negate the scratching.

 

That fills the whole console?

 

Yes, it fills the entire center console.

 

How heavy are the vaults?

 

The vault weighs about 20lbs.

 

Hmm... Just saw the pictures in the original post. Why wouldn't a 19 fit? Would it be the height or barrel length that would prevent it from closing? I'm Thinking about getting the molle kick panels for the gun while driving and using the safe for storage When I go to areas that ban firearms.

 

ive often considered building my own that takes up only half the console. just not sure if its within my means. Cant find any small handgun safes that would fit for this idea and so i wouldnt have to custom build it. Ideally i would want a simplex locking mechanism too.
maybe

$241 V-Line 2597-S Desk Mate Keyless Security Box with Quick Release Mounting Bracket (Black)

this one if i trimmed the bottom?

 

Same concept, but cheaper and with a key. I’m trying to figure out a place to put this other than the center console. It would be great to have this under the dash but it’s a bit bulky.

Bulldog One Touch Spring Loaded Personal Safe W/Key Lock & Cable

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A...-23&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=gun+vault

 

Love mine. Zero complaints. Only the determined thief with plenty of time will get the contents of mine.

 

@crimes I would want a simplex lock too. Much easier to access in a high stress environment and you don't even need light to open it

 

Mine stays unlocked and unlatched when I’m in the vehicle, if I’m rolling heavy. All I need to do is open console lid and the spring lid of vault opens with it. If I leave the vehicle I latch and roll the tumblers (again only when heavy).

 

Love mine as well. My Walther PPKS fits nicely. My 2nd vault. 1st one was only in my 2011 Double Cab for about a month before it was totaled. Like new sitting here in a box. Oy!
Thinking of changing the 4 digit combo lock with a vending machine style lock on the new one. Only use it when I go into a bank, post office or other federal building otherwise my Walther's always on me. Need to put a Serpa mount in it to space it away from the sidewall at a comfortable angle. Someone used the same mounting system on another thread and it looks great!
The vaults are all little pricey but alot less expensive then loss of your LTC, possible legal fees as well as replacing your weapon. Not all that much money for a whole lot of piece of mind.

 

I've been planning to install this one behind the back seat, once my rear molle panel shows up

 

Let us know how it turns out for inspiration!

Can't take up my whole center console, I use my truck for work and have to lug too much crap around.

 

I have the tuffy products version. Could not be happier with it.

 

I think it will fit, it will just not fit like I installed mine. I have a magnet installed along the side, it has a rubberized finish to not scratch the slide.