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VakaGT 01-27-2015 04:59 PM
DIY Mini Bar/secret compartment?
 
So on the left of our audio units there is that big T-carbon fiber panel or silver BRZ panel. I was thinking about opening it up and installing two push-to-open magnetic latches on the top two corners of it and something that'll cause it to swing down but not all the way Down (90 degrees so it flat).

1. What's this latter swing down mechanism called?

Then I was thinking about reinforcing the panel so it can hold weight and basically installing some sort of intricate shot, beer, and vape holder on it.

Don't worry I wont drink and drive.


Any tips ?

carma143 01-27-2015 05:13 PM
It's possible there are mechanical components taking up the space. I wouldn't be surprised if there was an air bag stuffed somewhere in there. I agree it would be a waste not to use that space.

Tcoat 01-27-2015 05:15 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by VakaGT (Post 2107549)
So on the left of our audio units there is that big T-carbon fiber panel or silver BRZ panel. I was thinking about opening it up and installing two push-to-open magnetic latches on the top two corners of it and something that'll cause it to swing down but not all the way Down (90 degrees so it flat).

1. What's this latter swing down mechanism called?

Then I was thinking about reinforcing the panel so it can hold weight and basically installing some sort of intricate shot, beer, and vape holder on it.

Don't worry I wont drink and drive.


Any tips ?
No clue how to help but if you figure something out please do a DIY! I wouldn't put booze in it but with the woefully inadequate storage space it would come in handy!!!!

DarkSunrise 01-27-2015 05:17 PM
Never know when you'll need a hidden defibrillator

http://www.007james.com/i/articles/t...iac-arrest.jpg

or pistol

http://pics.imcdb.org/784/casinoroyaledbs5.jpg

Tcoat 01-27-2015 06:14 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DarkSunrise (Post 2107589)
Never know when you'll need a hidden defibrillator
That probably comes standard with all Buicks!

VakaGT 01-27-2015 11:06 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Tcoat (Post 2107580)
No clue how to help but if you figure something out please do a DIY! I wouldn't put booze in it but with the woefully inadequate storage space it would come in handy!!!!
i plan to make a DIY once i figure this out :D

#maverick# 01-27-2015 11:09 PM
We all know OP is trying to sneak drugs out of mexico :P

extrashaky 01-28-2015 01:30 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by VakaGT (Post 2107549)
1. What's this latter swing down mechanism called?
I think what you're looking for is a cabinet lid stay or lid support. Something like this:

http://www.wwhardware.com/media/cata...s361909031.jpg

Quote:
Originally Posted by carma143 (Post 2107574)
I wouldn't be surprised if there was an air bag stuffed somewhere in there.
Nope. It comes from the top of the dash and wraps over it. Watch at 3:51:

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LQKqs_IvgQ&t=3m51s[/ame]



There are just some holes under that trim piece. The cabin air filter is back up under there.

http://www.revvolution.com/image/alb...d35931b6fa.jpg

stugray 01-28-2015 01:42 AM
The area where the glove box SHOULD BE is mostly empty volume.
You can see the space in the pic above where the three black squares are between the vent on the right and the stereo hole.
The airbag is above that and would not interfere.

VakaGT 01-28-2015 04:23 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by #maverick# (Post 2108078)
We all know OP is trying to sneak drugs out of mexico :P
Nah. I want to make a nice vape and shot holder haha

Tcoat 01-28-2015 06:47 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by #maverick# (Post 2108078)
We all know OP is trying to sneak drugs out of mexico :P
Maybe he is confused and trying to smuggle them into Mexico!

themadscientist 01-28-2015 07:16 AM
Check before you drill!

http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2012/...93_308x260.jpg


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