custom consoles

[trans-am nut]

trying to get some ideas any help would be great

[third_shift|studios]

when i think custom consoles, i think of high-gloss plastic for imports. What are you looking to do?

['96 Z28SS]

one thing i have wanted to do is find a way to continue the console back to the rear seats between the buckets. always thought that would be cool.

[third_shift|studios]

that might mess with the the way the back folds down. though. i aggree, the carpet between the seats is kinda lame.

[trans-am nut]

I was thinking about the center console where the shifter is located. I have no use for the cup holder. I feel like i'm "monkey shiften", when a beverage is there. I was thinking of adding another ashtray but larger for possibly some gauges, or a housing for satellite radio or something. Trying to keep the stock theme as much as possible

[ProwlerZ]

fiberglass a single gauge cup in, then drill out the bottom to run the wires. I've been thinking about it for awhile, just to get rid of the temptation of trying to put a drink there and shift around it. It pisses me off every time. It would need to be a gauge that didn't require constant monitoring, such as a nitrous pressure gauge, volt gauge, or something to that extent.

['96 Z28SS]

ahh the beauty of the automagic transmission. gives you the ability to enjoy a nice chilled beverage. i think it would be sweet to see a touch screen added in the mix somewhere.

[ProwlerZ]

I always wanted to have a touch screen In-dash LCD/DVD/NAV system, and link it to a corvette style heads up display. I'm sure someone has already thought of it, but navigation in a HUD would be great, not that I'd listen to its silly directions though...

[Robert_Ayala]

I just finished a touch screen on my camaro. Sorry for the poor quality, it is from my cell phone. I should have better ones soon.

[ATCharming]

I just finished a touch screen on my camaro. Sorry for the poor quality, it is from my cell phone. I should have better ones soon.

that is F*#(& awesome. did you do it yourself? how much did it cost you, and how do u like having it?:yup:

[Robert_Ayala]

Yes, I did it myself so labor was free. Parts were not much, aside from the HU itself. I love it! It is a really clean look and truly updates the interior look and feel of the camaro.

[trans-am nut]

that's pretty sweey what size is it, and how much?

[Robert_Ayala]

its a double din, 4 high inch opening with a 7 inch touch screen monitor, not sure if thats what you are asking. The headunit is $1000.

[ATCharming]

its a double din, 4 high inch opening with a 7 inch touch screen monitor, not sure if thats what you are asking. The headunit is $1000.

so you use it as a dvd player and like navi. and what not?

[jmhvenom]

Yea, more info on that please. So that is not a custom piece that had to be made?

[Robert_Ayala]

This kenwood unit (ddx-6019) unit has Satellite Radio, Ipod Control, Navigation, Bluetooth (All sold as add on modules) and offers built in DVD, CD, AM/FM and is a 7" touchscreen.

I had to custom make mine, but I am thinking about producing them for others, based on the time and materials, it would be around $225.

[jmhvenom]

Ill take one, what exactly is the custom part? Did you have to make the entire face plate custom (like the vent and hvac coverS)

[ATCharming]

This kenwood unit (ddx-6019) unit has Satellite Radio, Ipod Control, Navigation, Bluetooth (All sold as add on modules) and offers built in DVD, CD, AM/FM and is a 7" touchscreen.

I had to custom make mine, but I am thinking about producing them for others, based on the time and materials, it would be around $225.

shit i dont even have a car yet but im going to be buying one within the next few months, but i will definitely take one. so if your only gonna do it for a limited time, please let me know i would love to have one

[Robert_Ayala]

Ill take one, what exactly is the custom part? Did you have to make the entire face plate custom (like the vent and hvac coverS)

The customized part is the opening for the radio itself.

[KageSS]

Yes, I did it myself so labor was free. Parts were not much, aside from the HU itself. I love it! It is a really clean look and truly updates the interior look and feel of the camaro.

Do you have pics before and after, while doing the mod?

[Tyler_LS1]

I just finished a touch screen on my camaro. Sorry for the poor quality, it is from my cell phone. I should have better ones soon.



That is Very Cool:yup:

When i get my next Camaro i want to do that.

[Robert_Ayala]

Do you have pics before and after, while doing the mod?

here are some pics during the build, just with primer.

[Robert_Ayala]

Here are a couple more shots...

[trans-am nut]

How did you get the factory "texture", to your finished product, lets keep the posts coming

[KageSS]

How did you get the factory "texture", to your finished product, lets keep the posts coming

Autozone sells textured spray paint. :yup:

[9t8z28]

Here are a couple more shots...

I am sorry, but $200+ is a little too steep. I would have to see more. Whats it look like behind the panel. Don't get me wrong, it looks cool!

[Robert_Ayala]

A friend works on auto interiors and he was able to spray a finer texture, more like factory, unlike the autzone stuff. He also color matched it to the interior.

The backside of the panel is identical to the factory. All I have done is alter the radio opening. I can take pictures of the back, but why?

[440 rwhp trans am]

I am sorry, but $200+ is a little too steep. I would have to see more. Whats it look like behind the panel. Don't get me wrong, it looks cool!

$225 is a great price!! dude go to a custon body shop and try to get it cheaper! lol. dude that is a great job is that possible with the trans am?

[9t8z28]

A friend works on auto interiors and he was able to spray a finer texture, more like factory, unlike the autzone stuff. He also color matched it to the interior.

The backside of the panel is identical to the factory. All I have done is alter the radio opening. I can take pictures of the back, but why?

But why, because I am pretty handy when it comes to doing stuff like that. I want to see if it is more complicated of a task that I could handle. If it is to complicated then yes,I would pay you $200+.
Am I wrong for asking. No

[01SOMSS!]

A friend works on auto interiors and he was able to spray a finer texture, more like factory, unlike the autzone stuff. He also color matched it to the interior.

The backside of the panel is identical to the factory. All I have done is alter the radio opening. I can take pictures of the back, but why?


I'll buy one...

[trans-am nut]

Would it be possable to do that to a T/A? do you have any pics of that?

[SSNAKEATER23]

i appreciate that alot......very clean looks like it was meant to be there.

very well done, i'd love to do something like that.

[9t8z28]

So do you have pics of the back?

[Jon7I2]

That is definitely cool, do uhave to change the factory amp w/ the new face?

[Robert_Ayala]

No, you don't need to change the factory amp.

Here is a pic of the back.....

[Jon7I2]

So it just hooks up, and u can keep using stock speakers and everything?