Can anyone suggest a way to attach the bottom of the barrier more securely to the front seats?
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I used a couple of heavy duty cable ties and looped them through the seat belt bracket on the floor of my 2013 Tacoma. I could have looped them through the seat springs as well. I would be great if the bottom straps were longer or they made the cable ties part of the package and included in the instructions.
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I bought more 1" strap and more buckles so I could strap it to 3 places on each side...headrest, grab handle and I extended the bottom one to loop to the inner seat bracket....I also bought some pipe insulation (the black foam stuff that fits around pipes) and put that around the outside, dreeses it up a bit and doesn't leave marks on the headliner.
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Yes, i've found that this stays in place very well, in my SUV, just attached at the top which is the straps that wrap around the headrests. However, on the bottom, I found something below the driver's seat to attach it but on the passenger side, there just wasn't anything. I've done a couple of things there. One is using a bungie cord to hook onto the metal seat crossbar, underneath. Another is that I've attached an extension onto the lower strap and found a place to connect, wrapping around a part of the seat that I couldn't reach with the strap length on the bottom of the barrier. I hope that helps. Yes, i've found that this stays in place very well, in my SUV, just attached at the top which is the straps that wrap around the headrests. However, on the bottom, I found something below the driver's seat to attach it but on the passenger side, there just wasn't anything. I've done a couple of things there. One is using a bungie cord to hook onto the metal seat crossbar, underneath. Another is that I've attached an extension onto the lower strap and found a place to connect, wrapping around a part of the seat that I couldn't reach with the strap length on the bottom of the barrier. I hope... » Read More Yes, i've found that this stays in place very well, in my SUV, just attached at the top which is the straps that wrap around the headrests. However, on the bottom, I found something below the driver's seat to attach it but on the passenger side, there just wasn't anything. I've done a couple of things there. One is using a bungie cord to hook onto the metal seat crossbar, underneath. Another is that I've attached an extension onto the lower strap and found a place to connect, wrapping around a part of the seat that I couldn't reach with the strap length on the bottom of the barrier. I hope that helps. « Show Less
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I use the back seats to strap it too.. but the backs of the "backseats fold down".
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Yes, but I miht consider put some form of shielding under the seat so that It's not covered in sand.
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My shade brought two plastic brakets that can be secured to the wall. They secure the shade when fully extended.
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Measure the distance between the two rear doors or behind the front seats. If the distance is greater than 56 inches the you need the 56 inch barrier. If the distance is less than 56 inches you would need the 50 inch barrier. Hope this helps.
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Thanks SirBrad... I was having problems extending the bottom as well. Your suggestion helped me a lot. It's a pity they didn't specify this in the instructions.
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I would bye a rubber sided tape and tape it to the bottom. That should do it.
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The headrests don't need to be removed. As long as the headrests can move up to allow clearance of the mounting brackets (about 1-1.5 inches), you should be able to install this barrier. The headrest support rods themselves are what the mounting brackets anchor to, and as far as I can tell, this configuration will work for most (if not all) SUVs, station wagons, touring wagons, and minivans with a rear bench.
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I would try velcro strips to hold it in place, it should work just fine I used small screws on mine since is more of a permanent installation.
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I would suggest getting something to hang on the seat in front of the backseat passengers. This is more less made for protection not comfort. →→I have never sat on it BUT will say it does not fasten to the seat. May slide around
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You should find a local car seat safety tech. They will be able to teach you how to install it properly.
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we have a 2015 Kia Sorrento... we were able to fit the barrier behind the second row seats with no trouble. There are multiple points of adjustment that makes it fit almost any vehicle. DH did not need stronger hardware. YMMV of course.
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Not really...strange answer I know. I use the barrier between my wayback (folded down 3rd row seats) and two 2nd row seats. In my car it goes from the wayback platform to the head rests which blocks the entire space. It wouldn't be tall enough to go from cabin floor to head rests blocking the space between 1st and 2nd rows. It really isn't a barrier, more of a reminder for a dog who knows he's supposed to ride in back.
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I'm not sure as if I remember the securing devices fit over a seat so unless your back seat is open on the back, don't think so. I gave mine away as my cat didn't like it, prefers sitting in the back window and on the front seat, and can't really look at it to give my opinion. Perhaps going to the manufacturer might be more help than me. Sorry.
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I totally disagree. There is a 'webbed' material on the back that holds it in place on the seat....I'll tell you what compromises the effectiveness...seatbelts that don't immediate 'lock'...I had to swerve the other day and my grandaughters' car seat 'tipped' but the mat under it held in place and I feel it actually kept the car seat from tipping even further! I still stand by the use of my protector!
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The barrier goes only as high as the back of the front seats. The straps wrap around the rods holding the head-rests on the 2 front seats; so that's as high as the barrier goes. For my 2 dogs (Sheltie & Shitzuh) this is plenty high. I have a piece of plywood positioned over the backseat; the barrier keeps them safely back there. This product is made of sturdy, durable quality material. I've been very happy with it.
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Yes. Short of sitting in it myself, I keep pressing down on the seat and pulling the strap, from both sides of the car. Additionally, we've taken the anchor strap used in the forward facing position and clipped it to the bar under the rear seat. This does help it feel more secure.
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There are several grommets around the net. I attached a bungee to the under side of the front seat back to a grommet to keep it tight.