Secure lockable console

mfa-prius · 10-13-2008, 12:03 PM

I need a seriously secure, lockable console for my 2005. I'm wondering if it's feasible to remove the existing assembly, fabricate a new console from steel plate (with locking capability), cover it with the original upholstery, and bolt it all back in in such a way as it has to be unlocked and open to remove it. Only the large storage compartment has to be secure -- the cupholders can be original. Seems easy enough in concept -- has anyone actually removed their console for any reason and had a look at it?

qbee42 · 10-13-2008, 12:09 PM

There are several threads on PC dealing with removal of the center console. It's not hard to remove, but watch out for the wiring. There is power connection for the 12V socket, a wire for the AUX IN, and the SKS antenna.

Tom

**TonyPSchaefer** · 10-13-2008, 12:54 PM

Any reason in particular that it has to be the center console? There have been a few firearms owners who have added locks to their rear cargo hold.

I suppose the center console would accomplish the same thing and provide a little easier access.

10-13-2008, 12:03 PM	#1
mfa-prius Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Polk City, FL Posts: 39 My Car: 2005 Prius Model: Package: #6 Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Secure lockable console I need a seriously secure, lockable console for my 2005. I'm wondering if it's feasible to remove the existing assembly, fabricate a new console from steel plate (with locking capability), cover it with the original upholstery, and bolt it all back in in such a way as it has to be unlocked and open to remove it. Only the large storage compartment has to be secure -- the cupholders can be original. Seems easy enough in concept -- has anyone actually removed their console for any reason and had a look at it?

10-13-2008, 12:09 PM	#2
qbee42 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Northern Michigan Posts: 10,477 My Car: 2006 Prius Model: Package: #7 Thanks: 95 Thanked 390 Times in 290 Posts Friends: 10	Re: Secure lockable console There are several threads on PC dealing with removal of the center console. It's not hard to remove, but watch out for the wiring. There is power connection for the 12V socket, a wire for the AUX IN, and the SKS antenna. Tom

10-13-2008, 12:54 PM	#3
TonyPSchaefer Your Friendly Moderator Join Date: May 2004 Location: Far-North Chicagoland Posts: 10,500 My Car: 2004 Prius Model: Package: #9 Thanks: 39 Thanked 165 Times in 106 Posts Friends: 23	Re: Secure lockable console Any reason in particular that it has to be the center console? There have been a few firearms owners who have added locks to their rear cargo hold. I suppose the center console would accomplish the same thing and provide a little easier access.

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