I got sick of trying to carry drinks and things in between my legs, so Im putting together this console from scratch. Thought you guys might like to check it out.

3d concept


sketchy plans


stencil on 1/4" MDF


Jigsawed pieces


mocked up frame


The next step is vinyl.

 

That looks sweet!!!

Keep us posted on how it goes.

 

UPDATE:

Vinyl: Bought from the fabric store for about 15 bucks a yard.


Cement:


Gluing: Lots of clamps, clue, and razor blades. Not to mention the roller.


There is really no easy way to do vinyl


Back piece:


Back of back piece (not too pretty)


Done for the day:



Upclose bracket: I had to fabricate this bracket to be easily removable in order to access the gauges

 

Looks nice, it almost gets me movitvated to build one. SO are you using a aluminum insert from a mustang part supplier?

 

No, I think im going to make my own. Either that or get it laser cut.

This is what I want it look like ideally:


but I dont know how I would cut out the letters.

any ideas?

 

Looking Good!!!

How about using the stock console piece for a '66 Automatic. This is easily available repro, and could be mounted from the bottom of the insert.

 

can you find me a picture scott?

I thought that the 66 shifters were a little different than 67 and 68s.

 

NPD Catalog Pg 29.

You are right I think they are different too. However seeing as this is "custom" you may be able to make it work. Walt just installed a console with this piece. You might drop him a PM.

If you use this piece then the distance from the shifter base will be somewhat critical to allow proper alignment based on throw.

 

That looks very good. I dont know how in the world you could cut out the letters, but im sure you can find a way and it would look really good.

 

I don't know i you guys have a company like this in the states, but in belgium there is a company called "Lasertec" . They cut out shapes and stuff in metal using lasers.
Maybe you should look for a similar company near your place do to the engraving for your console?