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    3/17/2022 10:01 AM  #1

    BobE
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    Console Project Finally Installed



    So, finally completed my console after 5 years, or so, of planning (Ok, procrastination).  Also, installed a single-DIN radio (thank you for your input JamesW).  The compartment lid is from the Hump-Hugger that was previously installed, otherwise everything else was made.  Had the vinyl and padding on the sides installed by a local upholsterer.  The top is PVC foam board with vinyl adhesive backed ‘pebble guard’ on top.  The cup holder is from a 99-06 GMC/Silverado truck that I bought off of eBay.
     

    65 Fastback, 351W, 5-speed, 4 wheel discs, 9" rear,  R&C Front End.
     

    3/17/2022 11:14 AM  #2

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    Re: Console Project Finally Installed

    Outstanding craftsmanship Bob!
    Love the arm rest and a/c vents.
    What kind of steering wheel is that, looks like leather covered.👍

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    3/17/2022 2:06 PM  #3

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    Good job, looks like it came from the factory that way.

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    3/17/2022 2:15 PM  #4

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    Thats really nice!

     

    3/17/2022 3:19 PM  #5

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    Re: Console Project Finally Installed

    Nice, I really like the look.  Glad I've procrastinated this long on mine, now I've got some even better ideas!

     

    3/17/2022 5:37 PM  #6

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    Very nice work, Bob.  Thanks for sharing.

    "you get what you pay for, good work isn't cheap, and there are NO free lunches...PERIOD!"
     

    3/17/2022 5:44 PM  #7

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    I really like the AC vents

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    3/17/2022 7:02 PM  #8

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    Looks nice ....that is the same steering wheel I had in my 66 I wrecked
     

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    3/18/2022 1:54 PM  #9

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    Re: Console Project Finally Installed

    Rudi wrote:

    Outstanding craftsmanship Bob!
    Love the arm rest and a/c vents.
    What kind of steering wheel is that, looks like leather covered.👍

    Rudi - thank you, the steering wheel is a 14" LeCarra "Elegant" model, and it is leather covered.
     

    65 Fastback, 351W, 5-speed, 4 wheel discs, 9" rear,  R&C Front End.
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    3/18/2022 1:57 PM  #10

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    Re: Console Project Finally Installed

    MS wrote:

    I really like the AC vents

    The A/C vent is the standard Vintage air vent with the ends cut off.  I didn't want to use the two smaller vents that would mount on the sides of the console that Vintage can sells.
     

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    3/18/2022 2:01 PM  #11

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    TKOPerformance wrote:

    Nice, I really like the look.  Glad I've procrastinated this long on mine, now I've got some even better ideas!

    I got ideas from several of the console designs that had been posted to this forum, and some I found on the web.
    I have other pictures of the build if you, or anyone else, wants copies, send me a PM with your email address.
     

    Last edited by BobE (3/18/2022 2:03 PM)

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    3/18/2022 4:32 PM  #12

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    Looks really good. I had made one myself a few years ago. Probably going to update it if i ever get my coupe going again. Grandkids and other projects getting in the way. 

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    3/18/2022 5:40 PM  #13

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    That looks great.  I’ve thought about trying to build one when that time comes but I’m not sure I can build something worth while.

     

    3/19/2022 2:17 PM  #14

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    Looks great.

    John  -- 67 Mustang Coupe 390 5 speed
     

    3/20/2022 5:50 AM  #15

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    Looks really good, what’s the little red button on the shifter for 😁

     

    3/20/2022 8:03 AM  #16

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    kardad wrote:

    Looks really good, what’s the little red button on the shifter for 😁

    The button is for the "Roll Control".  My wife asked the same question, when I told her it was so I could do smokey burnouts, she rolled her eyes and said "I should have known". 
     

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    3/20/2022 10:09 AM  #17

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    Electric exhaust cut-outs and a brake line-lock are both on my want list.

     

    3/20/2022 3:27 PM  #18

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    Looks almost stock -  NIce job!

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    3/20/2022 4:20 PM  #19

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    Great job, how is the shifter length working out? Just right? Too short?. Like the A\C vents
     

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    3/22/2022 9:16 AM  #20

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    Re: Console Project Finally Installed

    Triton wrote:

    Great job, how is the shifter length working out? Just right? Too short?. Like the A\C vents
     

    Shifter length is fine for me, I'm 6'-2", it's a 9" handle.  I have the stock seats that are far back as they can go.  I do have to lean forward a bit, but not enough to be annoying. 
     

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    3/24/2022 9:47 AM  #21

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    Very well done!

     

    3/24/2022 9:58 AM  #22

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    Thank you all for your positive feedback, it is much appreciated. 

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    3/26/2022 11:00 AM  #23

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    Looks awesome outstanding work looks really nice. is the middle section abs?

     

    3/26/2022 12:55 PM  #24

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    True74yamaha wrote:

    Looks awesome outstanding work looks really nice. is the middle section abs?

    The top is ¼” PVC foam board with vinyl adhesive backed ‘pebble guard’ on top.
    The sides are ¼” plywood, covered with padding and black vinyl.
    The top is set ½” down from the top of the sides, and is friction fit into the sides, and it is removable.


     

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