DIY Mini Bar/secret compartment? - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

VakaGT · 01-27-2015, 03:59 PM

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, 04:13 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, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by VakaGT

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, 04:17 PM

Never know when you'll need a hidden defibrillator

or pistol

Tcoat · 01-27-2015, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by DarkSunrise

Never know when you'll need a hidden defibrillator

That probably comes standard with all Buicks!

VakaGT · 01-27-2015, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Tcoat

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

#maverick# · 01-27-2015, 10:09 PM

We all know OP is trying to sneak drugs out of mexico :P

extrashaky · 01-28-2015, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by VakaGT

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:

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Originally Posted by carma143

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.

stugray · 01-28-2015, 12:42 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, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by #maverick#

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, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by #maverick#

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, 06:16 AM

Check before you drill!

01-27-2015, 03:59 PM	#1
VakaGT Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Drives: None Location: Tracy, CA Posts: 629 Thanks: 121 Thanked 133 Times in 74 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	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 ? __________________ My Build Thread Instagram: neel.vaka

01-27-2015, 04:17 PM	#4
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carma143 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Drives: Toyota Highlander; Subaru BRZ (SWP) Location: California Posts: 431 Thanks: 137 Thanked 156 Times in 95 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	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.

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stugray Banned Join Date: Sep 2013 Drives: 2013 GBS BRZ Limited Location: Colorado Posts: 1,925 Thanks: 627 Thanked 1,445 Times in 711 Posts Mentioned: 41 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	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.

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