The Cupholder Mod- almost done!
12-15-2002, 07:53 PM
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The Cupholder Mod- almost done!
Guys,
Whoa boy, lotsa cutting and repositioning.
Right now, I have the 99 center console cupholders installed in my 98!
I spent the greater part of this weekend measuring, cutting, etc to get this to work. The pic is a little blurry:
99 center console retrofitted into my 98
Now its not as bad as it might read above, but there is a bit of stuff you need to do to get this to work. Things I have learned so far:
- You need to cut down the 99 console to fit.
- You need to cut down some of the black plastic "innards" of the 99 console
- You better have a coping saw and a dremel
- You should know how to tap a threaded hole and have the right tools to do so
- You need to reposition the rear window switch and the RS3000 alarm display (if you have it)
- Meausure twice, cut once
I have not put all the parts back into the center console (rear ashtray, rear cupholder) and I haven't put the lid on, but let me tell you, it is a sight for sore eyes to have that cup holder back where it should be.
I'm very happy with the progress thus far but there are a few things I will do to make sure I'm 100 satisfied. And yes, I intend to do a write up---and this one will supercede all others on my list.
Bob
Whoa boy, lotsa cutting and repositioning.
Right now, I have the 99 center console cupholders installed in my 98!
I spent the greater part of this weekend measuring, cutting, etc to get this to work. The pic is a little blurry:99 center console retrofitted into my 98
Now its not as bad as it might read above, but there is a bit of stuff you need to do to get this to work. Things I have learned so far:
- You need to cut down the 99 console to fit.
- You need to cut down some of the black plastic "innards" of the 99 console
- You better have a coping saw and a dremel
- You should know how to tap a threaded hole and have the right tools to do so
- You need to reposition the rear window switch and the RS3000 alarm display (if you have it)
- Meausure twice, cut once
I have not put all the parts back into the center console (rear ashtray, rear cupholder) and I haven't put the lid on, but let me tell you, it is a sight for sore eyes to have that cup holder back where it should be.
I'm very happy with the progress thus far but there are a few things I will do to make sure I'm 100 satisfied. And yes, I intend to do a write up---and this one will supercede all others on my list.
Bob
12-15-2002, 08:08 PM
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i've never seen the old style cupholders from the 3rd gens, anyone have any pics? i have the new kind that bob just put, and the work nicely for me. convenient place to put my cell phone. oh and cups too sometimes
12-15-2002, 08:24 PM
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Cal:
Try putting a super-size Mickey D's drink in there, let alone two of them! Such a crappy design and I see alot of auto mfgs have this lame design.
Bob
Try putting a super-size Mickey D's drink in there, let alone two of them! Such a crappy design and I see alot of auto mfgs have this lame design.
Bob
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12-15-2002, 11:17 PM
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Originally posted by butnut
Allright Bob...looks like the hard part is over, I knew you'd do it. Now hit 7-11, get the super big gulp, and plunk it down there. You deserve it.
butnut
Allright Bob...looks like the hard part is over, I knew you'd do it. Now hit 7-11, get the super big gulp, and plunk it down there. You deserve it.
butnut
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12-16-2002, 09:10 AM
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Yeah this mod excites me as well. Jason are you going to be doing this one to your rig? Hey bob whenever you produce a writeup could you provide a price list or estimated prices at least, so I knew what I would be in for if I were to tackle this one. m That would be sweet.
12-16-2002, 11:36 AM
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Guys,
Yes, don't worry about the write up and I'll provide *list* price based on the parts sheet that I have since internet retail prices will vary.
I'm going to try to finish this up and have a write up by next monday.
I had the pleasure of putting my coffee in the cupholder this morning. You should have seen the grin on my face and I hit a small pothole and no coffee came splashing out.
Bob
Yes, don't worry about the write up and I'll provide *list* price based on the parts sheet that I have since internet retail prices will vary.
I'm going to try to finish this up and have a write up by next monday.
I had the pleasure of putting my coffee in the cupholder this morning. You should have seen the grin on my face and I hit a small pothole and no coffee came splashing out.
Bob
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