Here's a little mod I got from a friend (Aloha, Tom!! :seeya:) and thought I'd share...

Are you tired of having to move everything in the cargo area to lift the storage panel and access the compact disc changer??

You can create a hinged rear section of the panel itself simply by using a dremel cut-off wheel or similar and scoring the fiberboard the panel is made from, using the carpet as the hinge.

http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww22/mtndv8/DIY%20shots/IMG_0466.jpg

http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww22/mtndv8/DIY%20shots/IMG_0469.jpg

http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww22/mtndv8/DIY%20shots/IMG_0468.jpg

Here's a picture of the un-reinforced panel after cutting, be very carful NOT to cut the carpet!!
I used the dremel to cut the majority and a sharp utility knife to finish...
http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww22/mtndv8/DIY%20shots/IMG_0467.jpg

Simple black duct tape reinforces the hinge...
http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww22/mtndv8/DIY%20shots/IMG_0486.jpg

http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww22/mtndv8/DIY%20shots/IMG_0485.jpg

http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww22/mtndv8/DIY%20shots/IMG_0484.jpg

http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww22/mtndv8/DIY%20shots/IMG_0483.jpg

I have a rear deck saver tucked into the storage/CD area and use that to lift the panel when I need to.
You can add a simple pull strap to the underside in order to lift the panel otherwise...:thumbsup:


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