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Console lid organizer

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Canoehead, May 28, 2019.

  1. May 28, 2019 at 6:37 PM
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    Canoehead

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    I thought I would try a different solution for attaching and organizing stuff to the inside of my console lid. I had tried the Gridit, which is really good but didn't really work for me. I was inspired by a line of velcro attachments used for configuring field notebook covers, and made by CPGear.

    First I removed and cleaned the plastic insert inside the console cover (5 screws) and then covered it with strips of velcro tape. re-installed, it gives me a completely configurable surface.

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    VELCRO Brand Industrial Strength Fasteners | Auto, RV, Boat Adhesive | Heavy Duty Strength for Dashboards & Consoles | Vinyl Compatible & Temperature Resistant | 2ft x 1½ inch Tape, Black
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    Next, I added detachable velcro pen holder, mini clipboard clip (holds reward card for coffee),
    and a zip pouch. The full assortment can be found here.
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    I might move the attachments around a bit later, but this is working really well!
     
    Last edited: May 30, 2019
    Canoehead, May 28, 2019
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  2. May 30, 2019 at 3:59 AM
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    TACOMA2NDGEN

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    I like your ingenuity. I aslo have the center grid but mine doesn’t have that tray was that included?
     
    TACOMA2NDGEN, May 30, 2019
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  3. May 30, 2019 at 4:13 AM
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    no, the tray in the first pic is sold separately.

    Gonna have to look into those Velcro items. I tried the Gridit thing too but it wasn't working for me
     
    SliMbo4.0, May 30, 2019
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  4. May 30, 2019 at 4:25 AM
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    I like this
     
    E-Paz 732NJ, May 30, 2019
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  5. May 30, 2019 at 6:04 AM
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    Canoehead, May 30, 2019
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  6. May 30, 2019 at 6:07 AM
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    CPGear has some pretty cool options. I am still thinking I might get one of the credit card holders for cards and papers that need to stay in the vehicle. Inspection and registration etc.
     
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  7. May 30, 2019 at 6:52 AM
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    Cool, I had the console Safe and it was great for its intended purpose. But really limited my routine storage options.
     
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  8. Jun 8, 2019 at 8:37 AM
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    Thank you for the idea !
     
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    I like it!
     
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    Gridit is okay, but I like this idea much better. Might try to find a wider piece of velcro and just have one solid piece. Thanks for the post.
     
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    If you do find a wider velcro, please let us know!
     
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