Paddle/surf board through rear window GX460.

[TCEd]

So who drives with a surf or paddle board sticking out the open rear window and do you get exhaust fumed ? My wife cannot manhandle her board onto the roof without the occasional mishap. ( I know how to trick the open window alarm ). Ed

 

[ToyotaLandCruiser]

We carry kayaks that way down the street to the harbor. Drove one kayak home that way for about 45 min when we purchased it without a problem. Also completed may HD trips with lumber out the hatch. The opening glass was key for us purchasing the 460 and was one of the main reasons we never got a 470. It was a critical item for us coming from BMW wagons. You eventually tune out the beeping for the open hatch.

 

[FireGuyBri]

Are there any issues with the struts holding the window open failing at speed?

Im coming from a 5th gen 4Runner and being able to have that back window open is key for awesome airflow through the truck in the summer. Although I would occasionally get some exhaust flow back into the car, it was never enough to be a real problem.

 

[Acrad]

 

[THEOZMAN]

I was just about to add that video. Love this guy!

 

[Acrad]

Im coming from a 5th gen 4Runner and being able to have that back window open is key for awesome airflow through the truck in the summer. Although I would occasionally get some exhaust flow back into the car, it was never enough to be a real problem.

If you only need partial open ventilation this option works too

Interior glass release

My new favorite mod, an interior button. I was originally planning on adding an interior release for the rear cargo door, but while I had everything taken apart I figured I could add a release for the glass. So with a spare button I had laying around and some wiring it's done. I placed it...

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[r2m]

If you only need partial open ventilation this option works too

Interior glass release

My new favorite mod, an interior button. I was originally planning on adding an interior release for the rear cargo door, but while I had everything taken apart I figured I could add a release for the glass. So with a spare button I had laying around and some wiring it's done. I placed it...

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Although that particular gadget wouldn't work with a kayak or lumber. But it's cool if you want ventilation and still be able to lock your rig! I don't think it'd be very easy to cut/defeat that little bar from the outside.

 

[THEOZMAN]

If you only need partial open ventilation this option works too

Interior glass release

My new favorite mod, an interior button. I was originally planning on adding an interior release for the rear cargo door, but while I had everything taken apart I figured I could add a release for the glass. So with a spare button I had laying around and some wiring it's done. I placed it...

forum.ih8mud.com

I love the Idea. I will make one for my self with few modifications. it would be perfect for sleeping in the vehicle while camping.

 

[SCUpstate]

If you plan on any sustained higher speeds or bumps, the glass/window will fall. I had this open for a 10 mile ride on my 10' and the struts couldnt stop the wind from pushing them down (50+ mph). They are 10 y.o. struts but newer ones might not be an issue. I'll try this weekend with my wifes 16' and see if it stays open.

 

[Tex68w]

Get wife an inflatable paddle board, been using one for almost four years now and I love it.

 

[TCEd]

Get wife an inflatable paddle board, been using one for almost four years now and I love it.

My wife is on the lake frequently during summer months and knowing her there would be a partially deflated wet kayak along with a bicycle taking up the whole rear of the vehicle. Right now there are two sets of X/C skis and a set of downhill skis plus all the ski poles in the back. The boots would be in there also if she didn't bring them in to stay warm. She's a gear junkie but not a gear organizer. We talked about a small trailer but that creates a parking problem for her. Board out the window is best for her, the water is only a few miles away in most cases. Ed

 

[Tex68w]

Haha, I can relate, I had me one of those in my past life haha.

 

[BigSh00ts]

I was just about to add that video. Love this guy!

between GX bob and DIY Speed Garage on YouTube, we are very fortunate.