what has everyone done to their center console?

4runnerfanatic95 · 12-03-2008, 09:15 PM

i have a 95 manual 4runner and i hate how the shifterboot/center console is set up and looks i know i want to do something with it i just dont know what. what has everyone here done to make it look better? i have so manny switches too i would like to add in as well. pictures would be appreciated for ideas, thanks

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94Runner4x4 · 12-03-2008, 09:17 PM

I'm interested in this as well. I would love to have something to do over winter break coming up and this would be perfect. Maybe take out the rear heater and add depth to the console?

4runnerfanatic95 · 12-03-2008, 09:23 PM

yeah i was thinking about that too, i hate how the 4runner console only has about a few inches of depth, its barely enough to fit anything good in there

SpecialScottie · 12-03-2008, 09:27 PM

My ipod fits perfect in there

94Runner4x4 · 12-03-2008, 09:29 PM

i keep my checks, advil, and a couple pens...

Tubbyfatty · 12-03-2008, 09:33 PM

Tire pressure gauge, knife, remote for stereo (when not in use), thats what i keep in there. Not a whole lot you can keep in there

X-AWDriver · 12-03-2008, 10:04 PM

Somebody needs to fabricate something to hold cup since the dash mounted cupholders are one of the worst ideas in the history of civilization.

sdstud212001 · 12-03-2008, 10:09 PM

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a4runnerfreak · 12-03-2008, 10:24 PM

Search, there have been center console/cup holder mods in the past

space-junk · 12-03-2008, 10:45 PM

im actually planning on "tubbing" my center console this winter to make room for my CB... since it wont fit anywhere else and the girlfriend complains if it kills her leg room, i decided that passengers can live without rear heat...

anotherjeff · 12-03-2008, 10:47 PM

Consoles from SR5 Pickups have lots of storage volume. No rear heater!

seanz0rz · 12-03-2008, 10:52 PM

molded 7 inch indash touch screen, custom console that holds the carPC. still havent finished it off, thats a project for this winter.

AxleIke · 12-03-2008, 11:05 PM

Well I wish I had a car PC. Though not in the center console.

As for mine, I took it out and added some gear shifts. Much, much better.

Matt16 · 12-03-2008, 11:24 PM

Isaac: That cup holder looks to be in the ideal spot for the second case shifter. If I were you I'd tell people you had to shift gears individually for each wheel.

SeanzOrz: Isn't it a little dangerous to watch (adult content films) while you drive? I noticed you DO have an automatic though, how convenient.

Junkers88 · 12-04-2008, 06:17 AM

I'm pulling the one out of my SR5 pickup and putting in one from Wal-mart that is used for mini vans. It has a heck of a lot more room that the factory one and comes with a locking top.

AxleIke · 12-04-2008, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt16

Isaac: That cup holder looks to be in the ideal spot for the second case shifter. If I were you I'd tell people you had to shift gears individually for each wheel.

LOL.

Actually, TC has his shifters through the cup holder. It makes things really tight, but retains the stock console.

corax · 12-04-2008, 08:48 AM

this is the slickest one I've seen on here, built by 4rnr

http://www.yotatech.com/f88/my-home-...onsole-137626/

Matt16 · 12-04-2008, 01:16 PM

iamsuperbleeder · 12-04-2008, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seanz0rz

molded 7 inch indash touch screen, custom console that holds the carPC. still havent finished it off, thats a project for this winter.

that's awsome; I was gunna do that in my Cherokee!

mixes my 2 favorite hobbies; wheels and computers

4runnerfanatic95 · 12-04-2008, 03:33 PM

haha yeah ive read 4rnrs build on that thing more than once and its insane, ive been thinking about changing mine up for a while but after reading his build was when i got very interested in it.. i just havent really found what i want to do with mine yet

Tubbyfatty · 12-04-2008, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt16

LOL!!!

**Tofer** · 12-22-2008, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4runnerfanatic95

i have a 95 manual 4runner and i hate how the shifterboot/center console is set up and looks i know i want to do something with it i just dont know what. what has everyone here done to make it look better? i have so manny switches too i would like to add in as well. pictures would be appreciated for ideas, thanks

that makes any center console look WAY better...

Belize Off Road Team · 12-22-2008, 11:07 AM

Just get the middle console out of a pick-up. they have a larger storage console because they have no rear heater.

4runnerfanatic95 · 12-22-2008, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tofer

that makes any center console look WAY better...

yes theat definately does, its what i started doing with mine but with switches.. where did u find rocker switches like that?

hillbillydeelux · 12-22-2008, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tofer

that makes any center console look WAY better...

so does the spilled soda

12-03-2008, 09:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
94Runner4x4 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Lawrenceville/Statesboro, GA Posts: 627	I'm interested in this as well. I would love to have something to do over winter break coming up and this would be perfect. Maybe take out the rear heater and add depth to the console? __________________ FOR SALE-95 4Runner 4x4 - 33x12.50 BFG's, Marlin Crawler Rear Bumper, Herculined Tailgate/Rocker Panels, All Chrome (Mirrors, Windshield Trim, Door Handles, License Plate Frame, and Grill) painted black, 1" 4Crawler Body Lift, 15x8 Cragar Wheels, 1 Regular Transmission Cooler (in-series with stock AT Cooler), Old Man Emu Rear Lift Coils, 4" Panhard Drop Bracket, Rear Pro Comp Shocks, BJ Spacers, Front SkyJacker Shocks, 1" Differential and Sway Bar Drop Kit FOR SALE-93 4Runner 4x4

12-03-2008, 09:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
SpecialScottie Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Sun Valley, CA Posts: 543	My ipod fits perfect in there __________________ 02 KLX300 Dual Sported (Daily Driver) 87 Turbo 4runner STOCK 85 4runner: Automatic marlin5.29 elocker rear end. Rola roof rack. 33" BFG KM2's Build Thread 87 4runner (parts) 95 4runner 2wd auto(sold)

12-03-2008, 09:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
94Runner4x4 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Lawrenceville/Statesboro, GA Posts: 627	i keep my checks, advil, and a couple pens... __________________ FOR SALE-95 4Runner 4x4 - 33x12.50 BFG's, Marlin Crawler Rear Bumper, Herculined Tailgate/Rocker Panels, All Chrome (Mirrors, Windshield Trim, Door Handles, License Plate Frame, and Grill) painted black, 1" 4Crawler Body Lift, 15x8 Cragar Wheels, 1 Regular Transmission Cooler (in-series with stock AT Cooler), Old Man Emu Rear Lift Coils, 4" Panhard Drop Bracket, Rear Pro Comp Shocks, BJ Spacers, Front SkyJacker Shocks, 1" Differential and Sway Bar Drop Kit FOR SALE-93 4Runner 4x4

12-03-2008, 09:33 PM	#6 (permalink)
Tubbyfatty Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hillsboro, OR Posts: 1,569	Tire pressure gauge, knife, remote for stereo (when not in use), thats what i keep in there. Not a whole lot you can keep in there __________________ 94 4runner / SR5 / 3vz-e / 5spd / 4x4 (duh) / Mudcat EXT 30x 9.5R15s / Marlin Crawler HD Clutch / ISR / Hella 700FFs 100w bulbs / 2 10'' JBL subs / ported sub box / kicker mono amp / Pioneer DEH-P490IB / sitting 1-1.5'' below factory, thanks butt sag...

12-03-2008, 10:04 PM	#7 (permalink)
X-AWDriver Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Littleton,CO Posts: 10,146	Somebody needs to fabricate something to hold cup since the dash mounted cupholders are one of the worst ideas in the history of civilization. __________________ '99 4Runner Highlander 4wd E-locker,rear diff and deckplate mod * 265/75/16 Nitto TerraGrapplers * Yakima Load Warrior rack * clear corners/signals * Tacoma skidplate * Silverstar lamps/fogs Alpine CDA-9831,Bazooka EL Series 250w amp,MTX 10" sub

12-03-2008, 09:23 PM	#3 (permalink)
4runnerfanatic95 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 14	yeah i was thinking about that too, i hate how the 4runner console only has about a few inches of depth, its barely enough to fit anything good in there

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sdstud212001 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Split time between Flagstaff & Kingman AZ Posts: 1,614	Deleted __________________ 1987 DLX 4X4 5 Speed: Electric Flex-a-Lite,SR5 guages,Yokohama Geolander A/T+ II,Pro Comp AAL, KC Slimlites, Bull Bar, Aux fuse box, Limo Tint, Marlin Crawler Bumper, painted shell, Sirius Wish List: Safari Rack,Bigger tires, SDORI BJ Spacers, 2001 Limited 4X4 Auto:Tundra 231mm brake upgrade, Brembo Rotors, Akebono Pads, 17" 2007 4Runner wheels, Yokohama Geolander AT-S,Sirius & Limo tint Wish List: TJM Front Bumper, KC Hilites, Safari Roof Rack, Thule Cargo Box, Rock sliders, Limo Tint Last edited by sdstud212001; 12-03-2008 at 10:25 PM.

12-03-2008, 10:47 PM	#11 (permalink)
anotherjeff Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: near Redding California Posts: 297	Consoles from SR5 Pickups have lots of storage volume. No rear heater!

12-03-2008, 10:52 PM	#12 (permalink)
seanz0rz Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Cal Poly Pomona or Redlands, CA Posts: 1,282	molded 7 inch indash touch screen, custom console that holds the carPC. still havent finished it off, thats a project for this winter. __________________ 1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 4x4 in Evergreen Pearl Metallic, Sonoran Steel #1, 285/75R16 BFG A/T, Elocker retrofit, Tundra calipers, brembo blanks, hawk lts pads, CarPC in custom center console with molded Indash touchscreen, KC daylighters mounted on Surco Safari rack, Custom sound system, 4xinnovation sliders, sleeping platform, Shrockworks front bumper, 1" 4crawler body lift, etc. Pictures Photobucket is being updated, if a picture i posted no longer works, please PM me.

12-03-2008, 11:05 PM	#13 (permalink)
AxleIke Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Boulder, Colorado Posts: 4,848	Well I wish I had a car PC. Though not in the center console. As for mine, I took it out and added some gear shifts. Much, much better. __________________ 1987 Mutant 4runner. -Lifts and Tires look cool at the Mall, Lockers and Gears look cool on the trail.

12-04-2008, 06:17 AM	#15 (permalink)
Junkers88 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 2,705	I'm pulling the one out of my SR5 pickup and putting in one from Wal-mart that is used for mini vans. It has a heck of a lot more room that the factory one and comes with a locking top. __________________ RB4R Life Member. 1989 SR5 4runner. Tread Wright 31/10.50/15's. 4.56 thirds, an Aussie in the @$$, Budbuilt plate, Marlin Crawler front, modified MC rear, Supra MAF conversion, ZUK coils in the rear and 4crawler BJ's in the front.

12-04-2008, 08:48 AM	#17 (permalink)
corax Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: eastern PA Posts: 630	this is the slickest one I've seen on here, built by 4rnr http://www.yotatech.com/f88/my-home-...onsole-137626/ __________________ -Keith- kb3scj '88 4runner SR5 - 3.0 7MGE eng swap - Marlin HD W56 - 4.56 V6 Thirds - '82 Toyota Celica Supra LSD up front - 33x10.5 BFG KM2's - NWMP Aux Gas Tank - home fab front and rear bumpers - Hannemann fenders - OME Dakar rear springs w/ Bilstein 5150 reservoir shocks Garage Thread "Speed doesn't kill, suddenly becoming stationary does." - Richard Hammond

12-04-2008, 03:33 PM	#20 (permalink)
4runnerfanatic95 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 14	haha yeah ive read 4rnrs build on that thing more than once and its insane, ive been thinking about changing mine up for a while but after reading his build was when i got very interested in it.. i just havent really found what i want to do with mine yet

12-22-2008, 11:07 AM	#23 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,752	Just get the middle console out of a pick-up. they have a larger storage console because they have no rear heater. __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 200,000kms l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Air Filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l Optima Blue Top l 12" JBL Subs l Alpine Type R l 80/100W Hella H4 l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l ARB Bull Bar l トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

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