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My solution to the missing sunglass holder and a bonus life hack!

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Old 01-09-17 | 11:11 PM
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You have to pull towards you..I used an L shaped hook to take them off. The covers WILL be damaged..no way around it. You need to use some force to get the covers off as they are what push the clip out to secure the grab handle. I saw a TSB that shows removing the covers, and even in there says they need to be replaced after pulled off(due to marring I guess). You don't HAVE to replace them..but they will be slightly messed up(once the handle is in place you won't see them.
Old 01-09-17 | 11:29 PM
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Originally Posted by avs20
You have to pull towards you..I used an L shaped hook to take them off. The covers WILL be damaged..no way around it. You need to use some force to get the covers off as they are what push the clip out to secure the grab handle. I saw a TSB that shows removing the covers, and even in there says they need to be replaced after pulled off(due to marring I guess). You don't HAVE to replace them..but they will be slightly messed up(once the handle is in place you won't see them.
thank you! I'll try and tackle this this weekend. I found this on amazon

Kust Yjh2261R Interior Engineering Plastic Refitting Sunglasses Box Case(Pack of 1 Box Case As Installed Size) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZRB0OP8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_r6hDybHR4HP3J

its for a RAV4 and the clips look similar to what bclexus posted. I'll report back
Old 01-10-17 | 11:40 AM
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Originally Posted by jvm0685
thank you! I'll try and tackle this this weekend. I found this on amazon

Kust Yjh2261R Interior Engineering Plastic Refitting Sunglasses Box Case(Pack of 1 Box Case As Installed Size) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZRB0OP8..._r6hDybHR4HP3J

its for a RAV4 and the clips look similar to what bclexus posted. I'll report back
Since this Sunglasses Holder you found is for a Toyota RAV4 there's a pretty good chance the spacing and connection system hardware might be the same as we have on our Lexus GS 350s. I'm eager to find out what you learn about it.



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For comparison - below is an image of what the grab handle connection looks like in a GS 350 (as posted by another member who was going to try to install a sunglasses holder in-place of the grab handle). It looks to be the same type of connection system hardware as on the Toyota RAV4. It just might work!!!

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Old 01-11-17 | 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by DallasDave
eBay:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Car-Center-C...RYCtXp&vxp=mtr

It took forever to arrive, but seems to be worth it.
thanks...
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Nice, that's a great idea.
hell yea i just ordered one right now..
Old 01-11-17 | 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by DallasDave
eBay:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Car-Center-C...RYCtXp&vxp=mtr

It took forever to arrive, but seems to be worth it.
Looks like a few people are ordering. Let me know how the quality is and whether it rattles
Old 01-11-17 | 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by grayson73
Looks like a few people are ordering. Let me know how the quality is and whether it rattles
i have the same one. it fits perfectly, no rattles at all. the coin slot is super convenient too. def hop on it if you're interested.
Old 01-11-17 | 12:34 PM
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You guys are fast; 4 sold today and 7 sold last week. Sold out now, but there are other sellers which are slightly more expensive.

EDIT: Found it for cheaper, $16.66:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Car-...656655185.html

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Old 01-12-17 | 11:06 PM
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FYI...the sunglass holder for the RAV4 on amazon does NOT fit. It is too narrow for our cars.
Old 01-13-17 | 05:04 AM
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Originally Posted by atrac7
I understand the practical intent of this but man...from an aesthetic level that would kill the interior vibe of this car for me. It's got mini-van written all over it....
my thoughts exactly! great utility, but the aesthetics!??!!?
Old 01-13-17 | 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by avs20
FYI...the sunglass holder for the RAV4 on amazon does NOT fit. It is too narrow for our cars.
That's too bad...

Do you know if the connection system (buckle hardware) for the RAV 4 is the same as the Lexus GS 350?
Old 01-13-17 | 12:59 PM
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Originally Posted by grayson73
You guys are fast; 4 sold today and 7 sold last week. Sold out now, but there are other sellers which are slightly more expensive.

EDIT: Found it for cheaper, $16.66:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Car-...656655185.html
Mine just shipped. 6 weeks shipping. I wonder if it will block the light from the LED below?
Old 01-13-17 | 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by tejanp
Mine just shipped. 6 weeks shipping. I wonder if it will block the light from the LED below?
Unless that LED light can shine through solid plastic it will.
Old 01-19-17 | 07:59 PM
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Well I got my sunglass holder tonight and spent a little while fitting it. As several people stated, it is NOT a direct fit. It's a little short for the specific area, but here it is mounted in my 2015 GS350. Not sure if it's a "keeper" as the spring responsible for closing is rather weak. I formed it a bit to give it a little more strength so it will fully close with a pair of suglasses in it. I'll give it a few days and report back, here are the pics:




Old 01-19-17 | 08:32 PM
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Yeah, I see where it comes up short on the right-hand side...the way you have it mounted. That's too bad. It's a real shame there's not an easy swap, because the concept is a good one...

Old 01-20-17 | 05:49 AM
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Definitely unfortunate. I've been putting my sunglasses (in the case) inside the front door lower opening.



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