Cargo Restraint for '04 Sienna...?

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On Mon, 16 Jul 2007 13:50:42 GMT, Jeff
<kidsdoc2000 DeleteThis @hotmail.com> wrote:

>Kenneth wrote:
>> Howdy,
>>
>> I would love to get some sort of cargo restraint for my '04
>> Sienna.
>>
>> We sometimes carry lots of camping and kayaking gear and the
>> thought of having it all come forward in the event of an
>> accident, well, you can guess the rest...
>>
>> Does anyone make anything that would (really) do the job?
>>
>> Thanks for any help,
>
>Have you checked with the dealer?
>
>Toyota does make cargo nets for the vans.
>
>In addition, if you go to autozone, jcwitney.com and other aftermarket
>places, you should be able to find what you want.

Hi Jeff,

The last time I checked with a dealer they had only an
extremely flimsy net appropriate for keeping stuff from
rolling around on the way home from the super market.

I will certainly check again, and will check the other
sources you suggested.

All the best,
--
Kenneth

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Kenneth wrote:
> On Mon, 16 Jul 2007 13:50:42 GMT, Jeff
> <kidsdoc2000 DeleteThis @hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Kenneth wrote:
>>> Howdy,
>>>
>>> I would love to get some sort of cargo restraint for my '04
>>> Sienna.
>>>
>>> We sometimes carry lots of camping and kayaking gear and the
>>> thought of having it all come forward in the event of an
>>> accident, well, you can guess the rest...
>>>
>>> Does anyone make anything that would (really) do the job?
>>>
>>> Thanks for any help,
>> Have you checked with the dealer?
>>
>> Toyota does make cargo nets for the vans.
>>
>> In addition, if you go to autozone, jcwitney.com and other aftermarket
>> places, you should be able to find what you want.
>
> Hi Jeff,
>
> The last time I checked with a dealer they had only an
> extremely flimsy net appropriate for keeping stuff from
> rolling around on the way home from the super market.

They can also order other nets and accessories. I suspect that what they
have is more for organizing your soccer balls and groceries than for a
trip into the woods.

Also search google with the term "cargo net" and "cargo net sienna".

I did and found this:
http://www.cargogear.com/OneItemInfo.aspx?partnum=HIBARNET, which seems
to be more what you're looking for. And cheaper than Toyota.

Jeff


> I will certainly check again, and will check the other
> sources you suggested.
>
> All the best,
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"Kenneth" <usenet DeleteThis @soleSPAMLESSassociates.com> wrote in message
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>
> Howdy,
>
> I would love to get some sort of cargo restraint for my '04
> Sienna.
>
> We sometimes carry lots of camping and kayaking gear and the
> thought of having it all come forward in the event of an
> accident, well, you can guess the rest...
>
> Does anyone make anything that would (really) do the job?
>
> Thanks for any help,
> --
> Kenneth


That's a valid concern, and the primary reason why mini-vans don't beat some
mid-size sedans for hauling stuff. Are there any sort of metal tie-down
things on the floor of the cargo area? If so, you could pick up a strong
canvas tarp and a grommet installation kit (boat or hardware store), cut the
tarp to size, and get creative with rope.
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"Kenneth" <usenet DeleteThis @soleSPAMLESSassociates.com> wrote in message
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>
> Howdy,
>
> I would love to get some sort of cargo restraint for my '04
> Sienna.
>
> We sometimes carry lots of camping and kayaking gear and the
> thought of having it all come forward in the event of an
> accident, well, you can guess the rest...
>
> Does anyone make anything that would (really) do the job?
>
> Thanks for any help,
> --
> Kenneth
>
> If you email... Please remove the "SPAMLESS."

Go to www.cabellas.com, click on the "Auto and ATV" link, then in the
Automotive Interior section, click on the "Automotive Pet Accessories" link,
then look at the Dog Barrier and Wire Barriers.

Or, go to www.mats.com, click on the "Pet and Home" link and check out the
pet barrier.

Or, get a set of motorcycle tie-down straps or bungee cords to secure the
cargo to the hooks on the floor where the seats attach.
--

Ray O
(correct punctuation to reply)
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Duct Tape works well, my neighbor uses them to hold the front bumper
and grill too.
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"EdV" <systmengr.DeleteThis@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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> Duct Tape works well, my neighbor uses them to hold the front bumper
> and grill too.
>


Sure. Put down the MD 20-20.
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"Kenneth" ...
> Howdy,
>
> I would love to get some sort of cargo restraint for my '04
> Sienna.
>
> We sometimes carry lots of camping and kayaking gear and the
> thought of having it all come forward in the event of an
> accident, well, you can guess the rest...
>
> Does anyone make anything that would (really) do the job?
>
> Thanks for any help,

You might want to look into those animal restraint cages, those grid walls
that set up behind the rear seat.

What I have done in my Sienna in real life is sometimes tie the stuff up
that is over the top of the rear seats so it does not fall forward.
Tomes
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On Tue, 17 Jul 2007 03:16:41 GMT, "Tomes" <askme.DeleteThis@here.net>
wrote:

>"Kenneth" ...
>> Howdy,
>>
>> I would love to get some sort of cargo restraint for my '04
>> Sienna.
>>
>> We sometimes carry lots of camping and kayaking gear and the
>> thought of having it all come forward in the event of an
>> accident, well, you can guess the rest...
>>
>> Does anyone make anything that would (really) do the job?
>>
>> Thanks for any help,
>
>You might want to look into those animal restraint cages, those grid walls
>that set up behind the rear seat.
>
>What I have done in my Sienna in real life is sometimes tie the stuff up
>that is over the top of the rear seats so it does not fall forward.
>Tomes
>

Howdy,

The animal restraint stuff I have seen is not up to the
strength needs I have. In the event of an accident, the
forces generated by stuff flying around are of significance.

We very rarely use the third row of seats, so tie points on
the floor are available, but, I can't see any tie point
opportunities high up behind the second row of seats.

I know that there are structural roof pillars at that point,
but I don't want to mess with them too much because they
contain curtain airbags.

If I knew that there was something in there (such as a seat
bolt mount) all would be golden: I would just make an
appropriately strong nylon net and clip it to the lower seat
mounts and the upper attachment points in the pillars.

I'd certainly welcome any further thoughts,
--
Kenneth

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On Mon, 16 Jul 2007 21:24:09 -0500, "Ray O"
<rokigawaATtristarassociatesDOTcom> wrote:

>
>Go to www.cabellas.com, click on the "Auto and ATV" link, then in the
>Automotive Interior section, click on the "Automotive Pet Accessories" link,
>then look at the Dog Barrier and Wire Barriers.
>
>Or, go to www.mats.com, click on the "Pet and Home" link and check out the
>pet barrier.
>
>Or, get a set of motorcycle tie-down straps or bungee cords to secure the
>cargo to the hooks on the floor where the seats attach.

Hi Ray,

I very much appreciate your suggestions, but...

The pet related stuff is just not up to the task. I have
called a number of suppliers and have asked each "Would this
thing stand up to a push with my shoulder?" They always say
no.

The tie down idea is the direction I will probably go, but
it would certainly be much easier to implement if I could
find a way to find a way to support a "tie up" as well as a
"tie down."

Thanks again,
--
Kenneth

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On Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:56:19 GMT, "JoeSpareBedroom"
<dishborealis DeleteThis @yahoo.com> wrote:

>Get under the vehicle and see if there are any flat areas where you could
>drill holes to mount your own serious tiedown "devices".

ROFLMAO

Surely you jest.....

--
Scott in Florida

There ought to be one day-- just one--
when there is open season on senators.

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> On Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:56:19 GMT, "JoeSpareBedroom"
> <dishborealis.DeleteThis@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>>Get under the vehicle and see if there are any flat areas where you could
>>drill holes to mount your own serious tiedown "devices".
>
> ROFLMAO
>
> Surely you jest.....
>
> --
> Scott in Florida


Tell us about your military service.
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On Tue, 17 Jul 2007 16:22:16 GMT, "JoeSpareBedroom"
<dishborealis.DeleteThis@yahoo.com> wrote:

>"Scott in Florida" <Justtofakeoutliberals.DeleteThis@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>news:b1rp93tq8a63hi32rt8lersn7g5gcrd586@4ax.com...
>> On Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:56:19 GMT, "JoeSpareBedroom"
>> <dishborealis.DeleteThis@yahoo.com> wrote:
>>
>>>Get under the vehicle and see if there are any flat areas where you could
>>>drill holes to mount your own serious tiedown "devices".
>>
>> ROFLMAO
>>
>> Surely you jest.....
>>
>> --
>> Scott in Florida
>
>
>Tell us about your military service.
>

Tell us how many returning soldiers you have spat on.....

--
Scott in Florida

There ought to be one day-- just one--
when there is open season on senators.

Will Rogers (1879 - 1935)
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