keithsm2 Report post Posted February 13, 2014 I am wanting to store a pistol in my car that would be easy to get to....and /or a place to put my concealed weapon when traveling so its not poking me.. I was wondering if i could take some earth magnets and "glue" them to the top of the little storage compartment infront of the shifter. I could then just stick the pistol to them and it would practically be out of sight. I was wondering if these magnets would cause any electronic issues in that spot. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MaineFusion Report post Posted February 24, 2014 When I've pulled magnets out of computer hard drives, they tend to come with a metal shielding on one side that totally neutralizes/blocks the magnetic field on the shield side. Considering how powerful hard drive magnets are, the neutralizing of the magnetic field is a pretty amazing feat. Maybe something like this would work for you to provide the magnetic field only where you need it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tr7driver Report post Posted February 27, 2014 When I did the hard reset, I noticed a lot of "wasted space" in the compartment with the LV battery. I was thinking about storing my Jack in there but I was afraid it may interfere with all of the electronic gear in the area. I think you could hide a pistol in a case there if you could keep it stable. Not exactly in the cabin, but it could be a nice hiding place when you to buildings where you can't carry. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skydogz Report post Posted April 6, 2014 The driver side door has a very generous space for maps at the bottom, I sometimes just stick my pistol there. It slides back totally out of sight. I have thought of velcro-ing a holster there for better retention. 1 MXGOLF reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kuzzi Report post Posted April 6, 2014 The driver side door has a very generous space for maps at the bottom, I sometimes just stick my pistol there. It slides back totally out of sight. I have thought of velcro-ing a holster there for better retention.Gotta +1 this. That door storage space is massive and you can conceal quite a lot. My forearm disappears in there when I'm cleaning it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acdii Report post Posted April 7, 2014 This is something I miss in the MKT, not much storage space at all, the Flex had a ton, the Fusion even more. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
murphy Report post Posted April 7, 2014 The driver side door has a very generous space for maps at the bottom, I sometimes just stick my pistol there. It slides back totally out of sight. I have thought of velcro-ing a holster there for better retention.A driver side impact by another car might make that a less than optimum storage place. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skydogz Report post Posted April 7, 2014 A driver side impact by another car might make that a less than optimum storage place.Well a hit on that side will probably take you out of action anyway? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fayster Report post Posted April 21, 2014 I've used this in the past but with the map pocket in the driver's side door, I just use the concealment cover and holster and put it in that. Even if it slides forward, you'll be ok in Texas because of the cover. 1 Skydogz reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skydogz Report post Posted April 23, 2014 I've used this in the past but with the map pocket in the driver's side door, I just use the concealment cover and holster and put it in that. Even if it slides forward, you'll be ok in Texas because of the cover.Great idea! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inco Report post Posted April 24, 2014 Too bad that folks feel the need to have to carry a gun period, regardless of where. Today in the newspaper they mentioned folks in Georgia can also have them in bars and churches. Not a good idea for bars - ever. Once the level of alcohol goes up, intelligence seems to go down. Arguments flare up pretty quickly. Can you imagine a patron being cut off by the bartender for having too much already - Joe doesn't like that response and disagrees - wham bam your dead. Scary. That's why bars and lounges have bouncers, or doormen - they are there for a reason. Now I can see the OK corral events happening. In my younger years I worked weekends at a 'tavern' that featured topless dancers. You wouldn't believe some of the stupid things people did, most of which was caused by too much booze. Nasty then, but now with a gun on their person, even nastier. Sorry for ranting. Not. 2 hybridbear and corncobs reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeff_h Report post Posted April 24, 2014 Too bad that folks feel the need to have to carry a gun period, regardless of where. Today in the newspaper they mentioned folks in Georgia can also have them in bars and churches. Not a good idea for bars - ever. Once the level of alcohol goes up, intelligence seems to go down. Arguments flare up pretty quickly. Can you imagine a patron being cut off by the bartender for having too much already - Joe doesn't like that response and disagrees - wham bam your dead. Scary. That's why bars and lounges have bouncers, or doormen - they are there for a reason. Now I can see the OK corral events happening. In my younger years I worked weekends at a 'tavern' that featured topless dancers. You wouldn't believe some of the stupid things people did, most of which was caused by too much booze. Nasty then, but now with a gun on their person, even nastier. Sorry for ranting. Not. What does any of the above have to do with storage locations in the vehicle? 1 Bryan Burch reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skydogz Report post Posted April 24, 2014 What does any of the above have to do with storage locations in the vehicle?Eggzachery! "Too bad that folks feel the need to have to carry a gun period, regardless of where." Too bad we cant stop crime from happening by posting "no crime zone" signs....... :shift: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inco Report post Posted April 24, 2014 The U.S. Constitution gave citizens the right to bear arms. It is what it is. I just wish we lived in a world where they were not needed. Way back then is different than now, but the constitution says..... :read: Lots of arguments both ways and I have no intention of picking sides or trying to stir the pot. I just wish they were not needed in the first place and if that were the case, then needing that case or carrying spot in the car would never have been posted, but it is what it is. :arrive_alive: "Carry" on. :) 3 corncobs, hybridbear and SteveB_TX reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermans Report post Posted April 24, 2014 :lurk: :lurk: 1 SteveB_TX reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acdii Report post Posted April 26, 2014 Schools are gun free zones. Lot good it did. Take away guns from law abiding citizens, and only the criminals will have them. Calling Batman! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GrySql Report post Posted April 27, 2014 In my younger years I worked weekends at a 'tavern' that featured topless dancers.Did you make a lot of money dancing? 1 corncobs reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bonzman17 Report post Posted April 27, 2014 I just stash mine in the center consul. Probably not the easiest place should I ever need it but....out of sight. I do like the idea of the door and a holster secured to the door storage or right under the radio touch screen. I may have to explore these options. If I come up with something I'll be sure to share. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inco Report post Posted April 27, 2014 Did you make a lot of money dancing? Smart a**.. :) I better elaborate - I was a bouncer at the place. :dance: - never 1 corncobs reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acdii Report post Posted April 28, 2014 Did you make a lot of money dancing? Smart a**.. :) I better elaborate - I was a bouncer at the place. :dance: - neverSo are most of the dancers! :happy feet: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inco Report post Posted April 28, 2014 Did you make a lot of money dancing? Smart a**.. :) I better elaborate - I was a bouncer at the place. :dance: - neverSo are most of the dancers! :happy feet: Oh I didn't realize you had been there! What a shocker..... :hysterical: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites