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One Way to Mount a Pistol in a Tundra

Discussion in 'Guns & Hunting' started by Arktundra88, Oct 9, 2020.

  1. Oct 9, 2020 at 1:28 PM
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    Arktundra88

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    Thought I would write a post on one way to mount a pistol in a Tundra. I drive around on logging roads a lot and you never know what you are going to run into.
    Had the Tundra about a month now, came from a Tacoma that had a convenient cubby beside the steering wheel to store the pistol while driving. The Tundra is a TSS edition that has a center console safe, but driving with the pistol in there doesn't really help you out any if you need it, and carrying it on you isn't always an option. An under the steering wheel mount wasn't a good choice since we have an airbag by our knees. So I did some checking on Google. I wanted something that didn't involve drilling and was even considering velcroing a holster on the side of the center console. That's when I found a Highway Holster Multi-Mount and liked the concept, so I ordered it. Ordered directly from them and had it in less than a week. The Highway Holster Multi-Mount is basically an adjustable plastic arm (with a neoprene like cover) that attaches to your seat buckle with 2 Velcro straps and wedges an arm in between the seat and middle console. It also that has a leg that extends down to the floorboard, that you bungee cord to under the seat to keep the holster in place during the draw. The cool thing about this mount is that it moves with the seat.
    I didn't really like their holsters, as they are just nylon holsters. Now, if yall are like me, you have a drawer full of holsters that you don't use, so I chose an onyoursixdesigns IWB holster to use. I did have to modify the holster somewhat by drilling holes in the belt clip higher up to make it all work, but no biggie. I also put the hook and loop side of stick on Velcro on the side of the holster that rides up against the middle console, that way there should be no marring. When you draw the pistol, the holster stays put and re-holstering is easy. I really recommend kydex here, but you could make something else work. When I'm not in the vehicle, pistol goes on me, or back in the safe.
    I do want to say, check your state laws before doing this, not trying to debate anyone on the best way to carry, just wanted to share what I found.

    https://www.highwayholster.com/product/highway-holster-mount-copy/IMG_1163.jpg
     
  2. Oct 9, 2020 at 1:42 PM
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  3. Oct 9, 2020 at 2:14 PM
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    Very interesting product.
     
  4. Oct 9, 2020 at 2:38 PM
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    One thing not in the write up is that it's super easy to remove if you want to relocate it to a different vehicle.
     
  5. Oct 9, 2020 at 4:37 PM
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    Damn It, Just cost me some money...Thanks Arktundra88
     
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  6. Oct 9, 2020 at 5:48 PM
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    1lowlife Toxic prick and pavement princess..

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    Nice to see a pistol mount pointed down instead of at your right foot..:eek2:

    I might have to buy one of those..:thumbsup:
     
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  7. Oct 9, 2020 at 7:07 PM
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    Gong to check out their website right after this, but quick question since you already altered yours.

    Is this something you could use your EDC holster with, and easily go from carry to truck and back?
    Or does the holster you use for this basically become part of the system?

    I'm just imagining getting in the truck and removing my holster from the belt and then installing it in this system, and then when exiting the truck I can then take the holster and place it back on my belt.
    If not, I guess this is the second best thing, just remove the gun from your carry holster and place it here, then throw your carry holster in the console or wherever. Its just one extra step, but would be nice to keep the gun holstered in the same holster throughout the transfer.
     
  8. Oct 9, 2020 at 8:10 PM
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  9. Oct 9, 2020 at 8:13 PM
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    Yes basically you can unclip your holster and put it on the highway holster mount, then when you go to get out of the vehicle, put it back on your body. I will say this system is really made for a holster with the clip in the middle. My favorite holster has a clip on the back and front so that was t really an option for me
     
  10. Oct 9, 2020 at 11:24 PM
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    So I checked the website and I think this looks like a pretty nifty option, especially for the price.
    Plus I like the fact that its completely removable and no permanent modification to the truck.
    I carry in a Concealment Express kydex holster with one big belt clip, so this should work well.
    Thanks for the info and the write-up.
     
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    Well, my holster wouldn't fit on this mount without having to modify the mount to accept the large plastic clip.
    I think smaller, thinner metal clips would work fine, but the large, wide plastic clip just wouldn't fit.
    I'm now switching to a Bravo Concealment double clip IWB holster, so this mount is out either way.
    Oh well, it was worth a shot.
     
  12. Oct 30, 2020 at 7:07 AM
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    I just looked up your Concealment Express Holster. Looks like the clip widens at the bottom, which is probably what's causing it not to work. I would modify that clip instead of modifying the mount, as you can probably get another clip for cheap. You could measure how much to shave off, and take the clip off the holster and take your time with a dremel to modify it, shouldn't be too hard. A lot of holster companies will send you new clips for free, or you can buy them for $5 or $10.
    You will love the Bravo Concealment IWB, thats what I use now. I'm just using one clip, and carry appendix most of the time.
     
  13. Oct 30, 2020 at 10:37 AM
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    Nicely done.

    Also, you addressed every comment in my head before I could type it out!
     
  14. Oct 30, 2020 at 10:49 AM
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    Thanks. This is my first real post. I was a long time lurker on TacomaWorld before I traded mine in on this Tundra. There were a few posts over there that saved me a lot of money. Figured I would join here and try to help out as well. I'm going to try to go back and take some more pictures of how I modified my holster and update the post.
     
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    Sorry to get off topic, but how do you like the transition from Taco to Tundra? I've been contemplating it for years and kind of regret not getting a Tundra from the beginning. I'd prefer to stick with Toyota, but they have some tough competition.
     
  16. Oct 30, 2020 at 11:55 AM
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    Honestly, I loved my Tacoma. I hunt and fish a lot and it would go anywhere I needed it to. It was the "working weekends" that didn't fit my needs anymore. My wife and I bought a house 2 years ago and we have been remodeling here and there. The Tacoma's bed was really too small to put stuff in, and it couldn't really pull much more on a trailer than an 4 wheeler or lawnmower (you still knew they were back there). The Tacoma seemed to have enough power to pull itself, but was lacking with what I would call a light duty load. I used it to pull a 16 ft trailer with 1.5 pallets of tile and thin set and the Tacoma didn't like it. I have no doubts that the Tundra could've done it without batting an eye.

    I also go pheasant hunting with a group of guys to Kansas every year and the Tacoma bed was too small for gear and a double dog box and 3 full grown men. The Tundra just fits my needs better overall. Its bigger inside, the bed is bigger, even for only being the short box. The only drawbacks so far is gas mileage (but I knew that going in....its a truck and the Tacoma wasn't great on gas either) and I won't take the Tundra down the hunting trails that I took my Tacoma down, but I have a 4 wheeler for that. (no scratches yet, the newness hasn't worn off)

    As far as the competition, honestly out of all the vehicles I've ever owned the Toyota is hands down the most reliable (granted I've only ever owned Fords). My Fords started developing problems at 60K miles. My Tacoma had 90K on it and other than normal maintenance, I only had to change the sway bar bushings, radiator support bushings, and glue some silencer pucks in the leafs. Easy and cheap stuff. A few of my buddies have Chevrolet, GMC, and Fords and they have had way more problems than I've had with the Yotas. I mean sure, Toyotas have quirks, but everything will.
    People complain about Toyota's prices around here, but then go spend the same amount on Fords or Chevys. Id say you just have to look at what your needs are.
     
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    Family has grown quite a bit since I bought my Tacoma. 3 kids under 4 means the Tacoma is out for family duty. We are making it work, but it rarely gets driven anymore. With the lift and tires, I'm getting about the same as I would expect in a Tundra.

    Only thing stopping me from stepping up right now is the car payment. I like not having one.

    Anyway. back on topic. Nice job with the holster. I may copy that idea at some point in the future.
     
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