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Tuffy Security Enclosure #326
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Tuffy Security Enclosure #326
1 – The passenger side of the box comes in two pieces to allow for either no sub or with sub installation.
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Tuffy Security Enclosure #326
2 – After removing the rear side tiedowns, a bracket is installed in the floor under the carpet and the sidewalls are mounted using the supplied hand wing nu knobs.
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Tuffy Security Enclosure #326
3 – The driver side installed. Notice the slots in the top, which will hinge and lock the lid.
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4 – The back of the enclosure is assembled with the knobs and fits very snugly against the floor.
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5 – Slide the lid into the slot and pull towards the rear of the Jeep.
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Tuffy Security Enclosure #326
6 – Fold the lid horizontal into the remaining slots. The lid will protrude from the rear of the Jeep. Push the lid towards the front of the Jeep. The lid is now secure and closing the tailgate completes the enclosure. Lock the doors and your gear is secure!
Story & photos by Perry Mack
“Don’t lock the doors!” Having recently removed the hard top from our 2015 JKU, and replaced it with the soft top, I had to re-educate my significant other about convertibles. I learned the hard way decades ago with my ’86 Suzuki Samurai. The thief cut my roof to steal my gym bag full of sweaty shirts and shorts – a $25 value, no charge for the sweat. Hassle and roof replacement – high and $500.
Having learned my lesson, I don’t lock the doors, glove box or centre console, the insurance/ownership papers are photocopies and nothing I can’t laugh away remains in the vehicle. But this can be a pain in the ass.
Enter the Tuffy Security Enclosure, which effectively provides JK owners with a locking trunk when necessary, but the interior space of an SUV when they don’t. There are two models – one for 2007 – 2010 JK’s and one for 2011 and up, needless to say, but I will anyway, make sure you get the right one.
There are a few design features worth noting. Installation does not require any drilling, it works on models with or without the subwoofer, soft top or hard top, it is secure when the rear door is locked, and it’s solidly built from 16 gauge steel.
The pieces fit together snugly and the result is a very nicely finished product that looks OEM. The design uses the factory floor so you still enjoy the use of the factory cubby. The lid, sides, and back can easily be removed by hand in couple of minutes by undoing the Wing Nut Knob Nuts allowing you to transport larger items.
I would have liked to have seen some tie downs on the lid to make use of that space but you could certainly add these on yourself. Similarly, a lid support would be nice so you can use both hands to place and remove your gear.
Whining about minutia aside, this is a great addition to my rig both on and off-road. There are no rattles while driving and the stuff that used to roll around the back is now secure and unlikely to bounce off my noggin in the event of a sudden stop. Items I was afraid to leave in the Jeep because I didn’t have a locked trunk are now secure and available anytime. The Tuffy Security Enclosure has been a great investment.
Installation Time: 30 minutes
Tools:
- Ratchet, 10MM Socket, 5/16” socket or wrench, 3/8” socket or wrench, 7/16” socket and wrench, 1/8” Allen wrench, 7/32” Allen wrench and a utility knife.
- Vehicles with subwoofer: 15MM Socket
- 4 door model - 18 MM Socket or wrench, 2 door model - 9/16” Socket
MSRP: $459 US - www.tuffyproducts.com