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  • Prado 150 Cargo barrier

    I've had a few questions about the cargo barrier I'm making for my 150. Instead of hijacking other threads I thought I'd put some info in a new thread.

    Our 150 is a daily driver so my build can't be too hardcore. Like everyone, we tend to take too much stuff along when we go camping. We were limited to the height of the seats when packing stuff in the back as we are wary of stuff falling forward during steep descents and such.

    We wanted a cargo barrier. So looking at the options I wasn't too keen on what was been offered. Full barriers lose a bit of space behind the seats and had annoying straps on the floor. They also tend to be hard to remove. I want something quick to remove and store just in case I impulsively buy a 80in television and had to cart it home.

    My design is a bit different in that it doesn't use mesh and is just a laser cut and pressed sheet of steel. The flanges around the outside give it stiffness and I added holes to attached things such as extinguishers and fist grips to hold stuff like axes and torches.

    The lower brackets slide over the head rest shafts and the upper brackets bolt up under the rear handles. The barrier can then be removed by undoing 4 hand knobs. I've also allowed clearance for the curtain airbags. This makes the barrier fairly compact and can easily be stored when removed.

    The top brackets are slotted to allow adjustment of the seats. I tend to slide the mid row seats a few notches forward to give me a bit more cargo area. Kids don't need much leg room so it doesn't bother them.

    By removing the lower knobs you are still able to fold the seat forward to get access to stuff behind the seat. Particularly handy when you have it packed to the roof.

    We have done a couple of weekend trips with it and it is extremely handy.



    This is the second revision of my design. Fits pretty well now. I will take it out and get it powder coated a grey color to match the interior.


    Pretty happy with the handle bracket. Still allows use of handles and is tucked up out of the way without obstructing the air vent. Some of the other brackets I've seen look terrible.


    If enough people are interested, I could look into do a batch. I would need to do several to keep the price reasonable. I could also get access to a 120 if there is enough interest.
    Tin175
    Senior Member
    Last edited by Tin175; 28-11-2014, 10:44 PM. Reason: spelling

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    Nice work
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    • #3
      Good effort Tin and I applaud your effort.
      Having said that, as good as it looks I would think twice about using this or any other home grown design of barrier and or going into production to supply to others.

      Cargo barriers must be compliant to Australian Standards and as a result have to be impact tested. I can't imagine the headrest pins or the seat frames would not shear/deform in a collision and the rear seat occupants heads are awfully close to the barrier or load behind. Also the top mount socket head screws you have used would easily pull through the slotted holes in the frame.
      The forces involved in a collision are immense and the risk to your own life and the lives of your family is not something I would consider. If I were you I would stick to a compliant, tested, commercially available barrier and let the company that manufactured it wear the legal responsibility.

      Don't get me wrong I am all for creative lateral thinking with regards to vehicle modification and I am often at the drawing board thinking up new projects to keep my brain active but we all need to know where to draw the line.

      Sorry to be a wet fish.

      Ades

      (And I do have engineering qualifications before anyone asks)
      Silver '04 KZJ120~Manual~GXL~Dobinson/Kings lift~Custom valved Ironmans~Detroit Locker~Endless Air~X9 Superwinch~Madman EMS1~TJM Dual Battery~Rhino Roof Tray~120W solar panel~Foxwing awning~Bushskinz UVP~Long Ranger water tank~Bushman fridge~Steinbauer P-Box~Beaudesert 2 3/4"~Airtec Snorkel~TJM Sliders~Prico Boost Gauge~BFG-KO2s~TPMS~GME TX3420~Front and Rear Cameras~Ultimate Camper hanging off the back!

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      • #4
        Interested. (120 Grande)
        2004 V6 Grande. BLACK -

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        • #5
          Very interested!

          150 GXL.

          Any idea of rough pricing?
          Dan
          2012 GXL T/D Auto in white....ARB Bullbar, Bash plates, Alloy Roofrack, Awning and IPFs/ Airtec Snorkel/ GME UHF/ MSA Seatcovers/Outlaw Exhaust/ MT P3s/ OME lift/ Kaymar Rear Bar/ Drifta drawers/ ARB 60L fridge/ Powerful 4x4 Rock Rails/ Magnum 12K winch/ Sandgrabbas

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          • #6
            Interested. (150 Altitude)
            Graphite 2013 "Altitude" with an expanding wishlist.

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            • #7
              very tempted, any idea on costs

              GX 150 here

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              • #8
                Interested to 150 GXL
                2012 TD GXL - Genie 3inch Exhaust System, ARB Deluxe Winch Bar & Steps, OME 50mm Suspension, M/T ATZ P3's, Safari Snorkel, ARB UVP, Redarc Dual Battery System with Optima D34, Custom made rear draws, ARB 60L fridge, IPF 900XS lights, ARB Air Compressor, Tigers11 Roof Rack & Awning.

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                • #9
                  Interested to 150 Kakadu
                  Cheers
                  Charlie

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                  • #10
                    Looks good. Exactly what I am looking for.

                    Definitely interested.

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                    • #11
                      I would be interested depending on cost by the time shipped to Perth.

                      In regards to safety - I understand the caution but I wouldn't be putting anything that heavy that high up - the heavy stuff would be tied down already.

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                      • #12
                        I've got my hands on the Australian standard for cargo barriers. My design would not comply with all the requirements. I'd be happy to look at supplying these provided that it is understood that it is not certified or rated.

                        They would be supplied as a "pet barrier" and not rated for cargo. However if you are sensible with how you load your vehicle, I'd much rather have this barrier than none.

                        I have enough interest to price up an economical production batch. Postage should not be too expensive as it is quite compact.

                        If you are in Brisbane you are welcome to pop around and have a look.

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                        • #13
                          I would be interested in one to Perth, to keep the dogs in the back
                          2014 GXL Prado
                          From a Galaxy Far Far Away

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                          • #14
                            Hi Tin,

                            I commend you on the project

                            I like very much and realise it is not a ' cargo barrier' but like the design and ease of use.

                            I have a 120 GXL and would be interested depending on cost and shipping. Live on Sunshine Cost

                            Pierre

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by Tin175 View Post
                              I've got my hands on the Australian standard for cargo barriers. My design would not comply with all the requirements. I'd be happy to look at supplying these provided that it is understood that it is not certified or rated.

                              They would be supplied as a "pet barrier" and not rated for cargo. However if you are sensible with how you load your vehicle, I'd much rather have this barrier than none.

                              I have enough interest to price up an economical production batch. Postage should not be too expensive as it is quite compact.

                              If you are in Brisbane you are welcome to pop around and have a look.
                              If the price is not out of this world then put me down as a definite order.

                              Can pick up as I live on the GC.
                              Dan
                              2012 GXL T/D Auto in white....ARB Bullbar, Bash plates, Alloy Roofrack, Awning and IPFs/ Airtec Snorkel/ GME UHF/ MSA Seatcovers/Outlaw Exhaust/ MT P3s/ OME lift/ Kaymar Rear Bar/ Drifta drawers/ ARB 60L fridge/ Powerful 4x4 Rock Rails/ Magnum 12K winch/ Sandgrabbas

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