I hope this doesn’t offend anyone, this is just informational.

I did this for myself because I have my CHL (Concealed Handgun License) and always have it with me. I used to have a Mazda 3 with the big center console cubby, very convenient. Well that is not the case in the RX8 so I came up with this convenient MOD.
Note that this mod could be done for all sorts of cases too, such as a PDA or Cell phone case, etc.

(Read all before attempting)

 

First I used a Fobus Roto Holster I got from www.productwizard.com it was about $23.00 plus shipping.

 

Next I unscrewed the screw in the back to disassemble the holster.

You will only need the holster part and screw. The paddle can be kept somewhere if you ever want reassemble later.

 

Now get a drill and drill bit for the size of the screw. I used a 7/32” bit (just right!) Don’t use to big of a bit or MOD may come loose later.

 

Now go position the holster under the steering column in the middle some where convenient to get and idea of where to mount.

 

Next pop the panel off under the steering column. (Top first, then bottom.) Again, position the holster on the panel where it was convenient in the middle some where to get and idea of where to drill your mounting hole. Then drill hole through panel. Mine ended up being directly between some lettering on the back of the panel. Notice if you ever remove the MOD you would not see this small hole.

 

Next you will need the screw. Mine had a tapered head so I had to recess the hole from the back.

Next put the screw through the hole from the back.

 

Then put the back of the holster to the screw and use a screwdriver (powered or non-powered) to screw in the screw snugly.

 

Then put the panel back on and you’re done!

 

You can’t notice this unless you are looking for it, especially if you have tint.

 

Now you see it:

 

Now you don’t!

 

Hope this helps solves someone else’s issues.

 

heh. Now I just need a spot for my shotgun..

 

But how do I mount my stealth rocket launcher? Errr as soon as I get that permit of course!

 

im calling the cops

 

Nice work!

Vince

 

Very nice little DIY, cjrx8!

The only thing I might caution people about is that a CHL (aka a "CCW permit" in other areas) is usually for carrying on your person, and different laws apply to your vehicle. For instance, in AZ and CO, the weapon has to be more than 2 motions away for access... such as 1 motion to open glove box, 1 motion to remove the weapon is not enough. If you had it holstered in the glove box, removing it from the holster would constitute a 3rd motion and you'd be ok.

At any rate, check your local laws before considering this.

 

Great DIY..Thanks!!!

 

maybe installing a snap cover would add an extra motion

 

You'll shoot your eye out

 

Nope, this mod would make it a 1-motion draw. Adding a thumb break holster would still be 1-motion. Adding a snapover holster would make it 2-motion. Nice try though! :D

 

Nice mod homey. 'Bout damn time somebody had the ***** to post something like this!

 

Purchase a decent IWB holster and take it with you all the time. Luby's Cafeteria, Killeen, TX, 1995, 23 dead - a gun left in someone's car could have saved many lives. Yeah, they're big. Yeah, they're bulky... Cold, wet, tired? Tell it to the mortician. Sorry for the exteme point of view; but if you're going to have a CHL, use it. Don't leave you're gun in the car under the dash. Also, training, training, training. OK, enough off-topic (which I believe was RX-8).

 

I never said I left it in the car. I just wanted a place to put it while driving in the car. It is usually behind my back, so more comfortable/convienent there......just for clearation.