Victory_Overland
Explorer
I've been going over and over on how to work my center console modification; do I build my own or buy one like a Tuffy or a Defender lockable. After a bit of research, I found one online from what I believe is CruiserCrap (Toyota bubbas) and sold by Wild Horses 4X4 (Bronco Shop) out of Lodi, Ca.
Lock and Load Security Console
Anywho, after much consideration, I went with this console and plan to incorporate into my center console set-up. I really like the quality build of this lockable console and the extra accessory set-ups that do not come with a Tuffy box. I decided against the Defender or Series console due solely on cost and not getting the total package that this console offered. Furthermore, after seeing reviews on Tuffy and then getting my hands on one, this console is much higher quality build, more secure, and comes with way more standard options included than the Tuffy and I didn't have to pay for shipping. Of note, the Tuffy does not include an internal strut and without one, I've read people losing fingertips under the steel door. Tuffy sells it as a $25 separate sale option if you chose to buy one and honestly, the lid is cumbersome and dangerous without it so it should be standard like this console has.
It comes with everything seen here, modular in design to add or take away whatever I decide in the remainder of the custom set-up. I will admit, it is quite heavy as it is made out of steel and powder-coated. It has a vinyl armrest that is stitched up nice and a combination rotating lock on the top. With the top open (gas strut inside), there is a lever that unlocks a sliding drawer in the back which conveniently may or may not hold my Glock 19 in perfect fashion.
Two dual cup holders included (Not sure I'll need either) that install on the front and back of the console with threaded inserts if one desires to install them. The angled bracket in the top left of the picture is a mount designed for a older style Bronco but it may actually work in the LR3 (TBD).
The two front panels are included; one is blank for custom applications and the other is laser cut with pop-outs for a total of 3 power type outlets and 4 switch housings. I've seen people cut the entire switch housing area out and install a 6 or 8 Blue Sea switch panel which is probably what I will do.
The inside bottom of the enclosed console is vented and designed with an internal shelf for a communication radio install or a power converter, however, the imagination is probably the limit on what could be installed in there. I plan to put an ICOM, Yaesu, or Kenwood in there eventually. This internal shelf is accessible through the front panel and inside the cubby via a removable panel. Of note, the storage cubby is a completely separate area so installation of items inside the radio shelf does not limit available cubby space. You can also remove the drawer if you wish to have more space, however you would need to install a cover on the empty drawer cut-out in the back if you went this route.
The inside cubby is much larger than the factory LR3 setup, lockable and has internal removable panels to access or route wiring. The second shelf inside the cubby is designed for a radio install so it is secure inside the cubby. I may look at ways to install the faceplate for the ICOM, Yaesu, or Kenwood, radios, or whatever is installed. You can see the internal gas strut and the spring-loaded locking lever for the bottom drawer in this picture. The drawer can only be opened with the top cover open. There is also a document holder built into the underside of the door. Granted, lockable is more of a time delay as nothing is completely safe, however, this is a good addition to internal security.
Last photo, is completely opened up with the locking drawer in the rear/bottom of the console. There are two shelves inside the cubby and a removable front inside access panel.
More info to follow once I build the mounting plate and forward extension panel for the shift lever and such to connect this to my factory front radio console.
Here is a picture of it installed in one of Wild Horses' Broncos. The armrest is available in black or tan vinyl or they offer a custom fabric option for additional cost. The pad is easily removable with four screws on the inside. I went with black to keep it simple and may install a canvas cover to match my M&M covers at a later date.
Lock and Load Security Console
Anywho, after much consideration, I went with this console and plan to incorporate into my center console set-up. I really like the quality build of this lockable console and the extra accessory set-ups that do not come with a Tuffy box. I decided against the Defender or Series console due solely on cost and not getting the total package that this console offered. Furthermore, after seeing reviews on Tuffy and then getting my hands on one, this console is much higher quality build, more secure, and comes with way more standard options included than the Tuffy and I didn't have to pay for shipping. Of note, the Tuffy does not include an internal strut and without one, I've read people losing fingertips under the steel door. Tuffy sells it as a $25 separate sale option if you chose to buy one and honestly, the lid is cumbersome and dangerous without it so it should be standard like this console has.
It comes with everything seen here, modular in design to add or take away whatever I decide in the remainder of the custom set-up. I will admit, it is quite heavy as it is made out of steel and powder-coated. It has a vinyl armrest that is stitched up nice and a combination rotating lock on the top. With the top open (gas strut inside), there is a lever that unlocks a sliding drawer in the back which conveniently may or may not hold my Glock 19 in perfect fashion.
Two dual cup holders included (Not sure I'll need either) that install on the front and back of the console with threaded inserts if one desires to install them. The angled bracket in the top left of the picture is a mount designed for a older style Bronco but it may actually work in the LR3 (TBD).
The two front panels are included; one is blank for custom applications and the other is laser cut with pop-outs for a total of 3 power type outlets and 4 switch housings. I've seen people cut the entire switch housing area out and install a 6 or 8 Blue Sea switch panel which is probably what I will do.
The inside bottom of the enclosed console is vented and designed with an internal shelf for a communication radio install or a power converter, however, the imagination is probably the limit on what could be installed in there. I plan to put an ICOM, Yaesu, or Kenwood in there eventually. This internal shelf is accessible through the front panel and inside the cubby via a removable panel. Of note, the storage cubby is a completely separate area so installation of items inside the radio shelf does not limit available cubby space. You can also remove the drawer if you wish to have more space, however you would need to install a cover on the empty drawer cut-out in the back if you went this route.
The inside cubby is much larger than the factory LR3 setup, lockable and has internal removable panels to access or route wiring. The second shelf inside the cubby is designed for a radio install so it is secure inside the cubby. I may look at ways to install the faceplate for the ICOM, Yaesu, or Kenwood, radios, or whatever is installed. You can see the internal gas strut and the spring-loaded locking lever for the bottom drawer in this picture. The drawer can only be opened with the top cover open. There is also a document holder built into the underside of the door. Granted, lockable is more of a time delay as nothing is completely safe, however, this is a good addition to internal security.
Last photo, is completely opened up with the locking drawer in the rear/bottom of the console. There are two shelves inside the cubby and a removable front inside access panel.
More info to follow once I build the mounting plate and forward extension panel for the shift lever and such to connect this to my factory front radio console.
Here is a picture of it installed in one of Wild Horses' Broncos. The armrest is available in black or tan vinyl or they offer a custom fabric option for additional cost. The pad is easily removable with four screws on the inside. I went with black to keep it simple and may install a canvas cover to match my M&M covers at a later date.
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