Tuffy Lockbox Products

Any feedback good or bad on the Tuffy back seat panel lockbox and the bed security lockbox? Thanks much.
https://www.tuffyproducts.com/p-235-toyota-tacoma-bed-security-lockbox.aspx

https://www.tuffyproducts.com/p-235-toyota-tacoma-bed-security-lockbox.aspx

 

The Tuffy bed box is roomy and functional. Just be aware of checking for rust.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/tuffy-bed-box-warning.373329/

 

Good to know. Paint before installation?

 

In the thread I mentioned, there is the link for the instruction manual, suggesting a rubberized coating:

https://www.tuffyproducts.com/images/assy_inst/161INST.pdf

 

Read it now. Thanks for your input.

 

I agree its a great box. Check for damage upon receipt. Mine came with a bent corner. The shipping box it came in had no apparent damage, so the defect was not detected. Not packed particularly well. And heed the re: rust!

Nice have a bigger storage area. I'm looking for a combination lock or some other replacement as I've enjoyed having a single object (electronic key) with me. If you agree, maybe take care of that before installation along with whatever rust prevention you choose.

 

I’ve read the inside console one is great.

But, the outside bed box leaves a rather large gap opening on the outside cover where someone could put a pry bay in and bust it off. This is what I read online, plus nearly $200 is a bit steep.

I’ve ordered the Mobtown locking bed cubby covers I’ll report back when I put them on.

 

I just went on Mobtown web page. Looks like a nice product. I might order the ones for the bed from them now. Thanks for sharing.

 

Yeah, If you park outside and keep items in their unlocked it’s a matter of time before someone gets in there.

Just got mine today I’ll put them in tomorrow.

 

The price is too much for me and I'm not after the security but really would love the extra storage space

Someone make these @mesojdm I'm looking at you brother don't you make an these fancy things for the taco or am I thinking someone else

 

Thanks for mentioning that. I don't really need the security, but I am surprised I didn't notice if the Tuffy was less secure than stock. You've got me curious now so I'll check tomorrow......

 

As promised I just installed these
http://mobtownoffroad.com/product/storage-door/ on my lunch break and doing a write up. Keep in mind I own my business so my lunch breaks are often long and are liquid (don’t judge me).

Also, I’ll preface this by saying there’s no instructions, but we’re men, “we don’t need no stinking instructions.”

The two size bolts are standard, I mostly have metric but you’ll make it work. 1 1/16” and something between 8mm and 9mm.

The locks you’ll have to play around with and they only go one way. Don’t torque everything down too tight, you’ll may be messing with them for awhile.

As for the felt strips, don’t be dumb like me. Stick these to the back edges of the metal plates, not to the edges of the compartments on your bed. The backing glue is strong, measure twice or more, cut and stick once.

Everything else is pretty easy. I was amazed at how cheap the OEM plastic covers are. I’m throwing these on eBay to offeset the cost.

The thing I like most is they’re recessed in the compartments so it’s nearly impossible to pry them out. But, someone could just unscrew the TORX bolts and take the whole thing, so don’t keep your Snap On tools in there!

Not sure if pics are coming through, I’ll reply with pics

 

Very nice. I placed my order this morning. Thanks for the pics also.

 

They’re much better than the plastic covers!!

 

But you're using craftsman tools

 

HHmm wonder if I could just use my current door as a guide...then cut and drill...I got some scrap metal...got me thinking...all I would have to buy is the locks and weather stripping.

 

Well I have mostly Snap On metric sets and I have a lot of random Standard wrenches

 

Just wanted to poke fun at you

 

You could but would probably end up with a Frankencover, if you want do it up!

 

LOL "Frankencover" I like it. It probably end up looking crazy...could be fun to try. Might try it when I get time...Worse case I waste some scrap metal and use the locks on couple old toolboxes I am restoring.