Hello All,
My name is Kyle, I’ve been a lifelong Toyota guy and Mud member for a long time. Currently I have a ‘99 100 series and a GX470, but there’s a dozen previous models that have gotten me to where I am today. I work at a local fab shop here in Grand Junction. My latest idea has been dialed in and I’m ready to share it with the Cruiser community.
I’ve owned 3 80’s and 2 100’s- each with the same problem.
The saggy and unusable seat back nets.
With four kids, daily duties, and many road/camp trips per year- my Cruisers are well used. The seat back nets are a valuable space for gear and random items. When I picked up my latest 100 the PO had cut out the nets because they were so bad, I had to come up with a solution.
My product is a 100% bolt on 5052 aluminum frame to replace the factory plastic net. The frame is laced with 1/8” shock cord and powder coated to appeal to the factory interior. The hardware is all stainless steel so it will never rust or corrode.
Brown Powder Coat:
Black Powder coat:
Above photos courtesy of @Somebodyelse5
Key advantages over stock:
- The flexible shock cord easily adapts to the shape of whatever items you want to store in them. From binoculars to trail books, they will stay secure. The bent lower lip acts as a shelf to keep items from slipping down.
- The shock cord is replaceable. In 10-15 years when your Cruiser is still running strong, you can replace the cord to keep them looking fresh.
I have a small website set up to handle purchasing, visit-
www.plaidwagon.bigcartel.com
The installation is fairly straightforward and fun to do. If you like instant gratification then you’ll really enjoy it. Video is courtesy of Simon aka 95eighty on Instagram.
Pricing starts at $160 for a complete set with free shipping within the lower 48. I’ll gladly ship to AK, HI, and around the world but we’ll have to figure out what that costs with each order.
*Due to Toyota using different sized frames throughout the productions years of 91-97 for various interior configurations, I need to confirm the fitment with each customer's order prior to shipping.*
Custom colors available upon request.
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Designed and manufactured right here in Colorado.
Thanks!
Kyle Freud
Plaidwagon, LLC
Grand Junction, Colorado
USMC Veteran
My name is Kyle, I’ve been a lifelong Toyota guy and Mud member for a long time. Currently I have a ‘99 100 series and a GX470, but there’s a dozen previous models that have gotten me to where I am today. I work at a local fab shop here in Grand Junction. My latest idea has been dialed in and I’m ready to share it with the Cruiser community.
I’ve owned 3 80’s and 2 100’s- each with the same problem.
The saggy and unusable seat back nets.
With four kids, daily duties, and many road/camp trips per year- my Cruisers are well used. The seat back nets are a valuable space for gear and random items. When I picked up my latest 100 the PO had cut out the nets because they were so bad, I had to come up with a solution.
My product is a 100% bolt on 5052 aluminum frame to replace the factory plastic net. The frame is laced with 1/8” shock cord and powder coated to appeal to the factory interior. The hardware is all stainless steel so it will never rust or corrode.
Brown Powder Coat:
Black Powder coat:
Above photos courtesy of @Somebodyelse5
Key advantages over stock:
- The flexible shock cord easily adapts to the shape of whatever items you want to store in them. From binoculars to trail books, they will stay secure. The bent lower lip acts as a shelf to keep items from slipping down.
- The shock cord is replaceable. In 10-15 years when your Cruiser is still running strong, you can replace the cord to keep them looking fresh.
I have a small website set up to handle purchasing, visit-
www.plaidwagon.bigcartel.com
The installation is fairly straightforward and fun to do. If you like instant gratification then you’ll really enjoy it. Video is courtesy of Simon aka 95eighty on Instagram.
Pricing starts at $160 for a complete set with free shipping within the lower 48. I’ll gladly ship to AK, HI, and around the world but we’ll have to figure out what that costs with each order.
*Due to Toyota using different sized frames throughout the productions years of 91-97 for various interior configurations, I need to confirm the fitment with each customer's order prior to shipping.*
Custom colors available upon request.
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Designed and manufactured right here in Colorado.
Thanks!
Kyle Freud
Plaidwagon, LLC
Grand Junction, Colorado
USMC Veteran
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