May 29, 2024
Description
There's an access panel on some Toyota Sienna Minivans (2006 for me) in the tailgate. I modeled one out and made mounts for two battery powered LEDs. I often use the tailgate to shield myself from the rain while out camping, and there's very little light back there. I tried magnetically mounting LEDs in the past, but the curvature of the tailgate doesn't work well for most options. This seems to work well!
You'll need two Battery powered rechargeable touch LEDs similar to these:
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805088407153.html
Also found on Amazon. Just search for those keywords and you'll find oval ones, and rectangular ones. I used the rectangular ones because they look better IMO.
Print in PETG or semi-flexible filament. PLA seems too brittle and my spring-clips tend to snap after a few mounts/dismounts.
*UPDATE*
Corrected geometry to better fitting and tolerances.
Inspired by Dave's design, I changed out the light clip to allow easier removal and better LED mounting.
License:
Creative Commons — Attribution
10