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What is this slot for?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by redfield, Jun 5, 2021.

  1. Jun 7, 2021 at 4:19 AM
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    JaSC

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    I've always thought this holder and French-fry slot had something to do with what drivers in other countries, such as Japan, wanted. Or is there some obscure Gov reg that dictates all imports must have a place for toll road change? Heck, maybe the senior design guys allowed the junior design guys to have some very minimal input.
    I like seeing what and how mods are done to make them actually useful.
     
  2. Jun 7, 2021 at 5:28 AM
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    PVT Pablo

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    Hahaha!!

    I'm imaging all the random hair and crumbs adding to the flavor.
     
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  3. Jun 7, 2021 at 6:03 AM
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    Damn shame they didn't incorporate a divider into that area - sometimes I like a little mustard with my ketchup... :kona:
     
  4. Jun 7, 2021 at 8:40 AM
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    Business opportunity! Surely somebody with the fabrication skills could prototype some sort of wet condiment divider. Maybe even a three slot system for the siracha lovers.
     
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  5. Jun 7, 2021 at 8:44 AM
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    Surprise pennies at the bottom!
     
  6. Jun 7, 2021 at 8:46 AM
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    4runningMan

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    This thread is looking a lot like the last one.
     
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  7. Jun 7, 2021 at 4:38 PM
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    It's for the keyless remote fob while driving.
     
  8. Jun 7, 2021 at 9:16 PM
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    ElectroBoy

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    I hope this is actually photoshopped.:eek:
     
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  9. Jun 8, 2021 at 7:56 AM
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    PreCiiSiioN

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    I'll gladly 3d print you a little part to fasten in there. It would separate your ketchup and mustard perfectly!
     
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  10. Jun 8, 2021 at 8:44 AM
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    Finally something worth posting about, LOL. Can you provide a rendering with Ranch Dressing and BBQ please for us Texas folks?
     
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  11. Jun 8, 2021 at 9:08 AM
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    whippersnapper02

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    It's Toyota adding a "feature" to fill an empty space like the Atari wheel turning graphics.
     
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  12. Jun 8, 2021 at 9:30 AM
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    newlife

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    All of them.
    That is perfect. I wonder if those chic fi la cups will fit there less mess lol.
     
  13. Jun 8, 2021 at 8:01 PM
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    Pinstripes, lots of em. Plus a couple dents.
    Isn't that the Trojan Condom holder?
     
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  14. Jun 8, 2021 at 9:31 PM
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    Con... dom?
    [​IMG]
     
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  15. Jun 9, 2021 at 6:11 AM
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    A roll of poop bags!
    #dogdadScreenshot_20210607-215937_Instagram.jpg
     
  16. Jun 14, 2021 at 5:37 AM
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    I put my garage door opener in that spot.IMG_1941.jpg
     
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    Now THAT'S a good idea. Thanks.

    Rick
     
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  18. Jun 14, 2021 at 9:16 AM
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    It's like the Japanese engineers think that every space must be utilized for something. Never liked the center console design on the 5th gen.

    55726d1325912250-help-i-must-remove-cent_7a63c0d866411ae137754dbb689d0858cb6095b4.jpg
     
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  19. Jun 14, 2021 at 5:16 PM
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    I programmed homelink (roof console) so I wouldn't need to do this.
     
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    My SR5 does not have any thing in the overhead console, wish it did.
     
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  22. Jun 15, 2021 at 9:22 AM
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    I keep a small bottle of hand sanitizer there....i like the dog poop bags option as well.
     
  23. Jun 15, 2021 at 5:49 PM
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    That reminds me, I should pick up the complete collection. I have one for Calvin & Hobbes and love it.
     
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  25. Jun 15, 2021 at 9:26 PM
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    Don’t you have a taco holder up there?
     
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