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I'm new to fabrication, wood working, and upholstery. I'd just like to share my idea and hope it helps someone. Be easy on me.
I loved my old console but it just wasn't doing it for me anymore. I needed something with an armrest, storage, a place for a double din, and some charging sockets. And I was working with a low budget. so I had to get crafty. I documented my process below and on my YouTube Channel. I hope this helps at least some of you. Here is a link to my video covering the whole process. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_I2pQqDvfU&t=2s I will cover the process here as well, but the video will have a little more detail. I started with my $50 budget and an Idea. I compiled all my materials 1st. Things I needed: 1/2in 4X8 sheet of plywood: $17 Stainless Steel Cup Holders: $8.50/Pair on Amazon 1 Yard of White Vinyl : $14 Thing I already Had: Foam and Vinyl from an old couch and an old recliner someone threw away. Tons of Cardboard for making templates Double Din Radio USB and Cigarette Charging Sockets. I thing originally they were $9/Pair Here is the Finished product so you'll know what I was able to accomplish within my budget. ![]() ![]() 1st step is to get large pieces of cardboard and star making your template. It was alot of drawing and cutting and drawing and cutting until it fit. ![]() Once you are happy with the design, trace it to make an exact copy for the other side, then cut that out. ![]() Make sure to test fit everything over an over again. Once you are happy with it, start designing the rear of the console. I just taped more cardboard on the back and started drawing and cutting. trace to both sides so they are exact. ![]() Once I have everything how I want it, I measure and cut some strips to brace it so Its the exact width I want. And now I have a cardboard console! ![]() Test fit some more, and adjust as needed. ![]()
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Just go down to “manage attachments” when posting. Upload one pic at a time.
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Now its time for actual construction of the console.
Take the template apart and trace it onto plywood and cut it out. I just used a cheap jigsaw. ![]() More Test fitting. get the measurements between the 2 sides at the back, middle, and front. Cut braces to length and screw the 2 sides together. ![]() For cutting the tops and faces, I used some scrap wood, Laid it where it needed to by and drew the lines from the underside to ensure an exact fit. Cut them out and Glue/screw them together. ![]() I wanted to make a removable storage box under the arm rest so I cut a basic box to fit into this compartment. ![]() Then cut the Lid for it. ![]() Test fit the hinges ![]() Find a good spot for all of you accessories, draw and cut the holes for them ![]() I wanted the rounded corners to be smoother so I stapled some cheap folders to smooth the curves. Then cut the excess. ![]()
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Finally it is time for the Upholstery. I wanted to try sewing something although I'm not great at it. Hours of YouTube videos later, I was ready to try.
For a New Sewing option, Check out my other video (link below) for how to do this without sewing, and still make it look awesome. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUHJ18LcK4A I start by covering it with some recycled foam from an old recliner. Glue one side at a time and cut the excess. ![]() For the sewing. I trace the top and sides, Add 1/2in for seam allowance and cut it all out. ![]() after it is all sewed I test fit before putting in the staples. ![]() Stretch, pull, staple, Stretch, Pull, Staple until its done. ![]() not for the removable box. I wrap all sides individually with no foam, then screw them all together. ![]() using a soft mallet I hammer the box in place and put 2 screws to hold it in. Wrap the lid with some thick foam and finish it on the bottom with more material to hide the nastiness, then put the hinges on. ![]() Dont forget to slit some holes for the accessories and press them into place. And its done! ![]() This is it fitted into the truck. ![]() With the seat back in. ![]() ![]() Let me know what you think. I urge you to check out the video. if you did like this, please consider subscribing to my YouTube channel. Thanks everyone! hope this helps someone! https://www.youtube.com/c/noobmechan...confirmation=1
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
I figured out how to embed. Thank you!
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Nicely done! What did we do before YouTube how to vids?
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
I really appreciate the Kind words. Since YouTube, ive saved so much money on just doing everything myself. lol. even though, im not particularly great at any one thing.
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Looks really good; great idea with the speakers also.
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
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Now get a premium membership and sell your old console for a couple hundred bucks on the parts board here and you will be way ahead of the game.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php LockDoc
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
I think that console turned out great!
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Thank you! I actually wanted to put some in the back also. Ill probably pull it back out after I buy some speakers.
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Thank you so much! Im proud of it. I need to get better at sewing. Id had far more wrinkles than I was hoping for.
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Should be if it is in good shape. A lot of them have sold on here in the $150 - $200 range. LockDoc
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
thats good to know. Thank you!
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
That looks great, I've been toying with this idea for awhile now since I'm switching from the bench seat to camaro buckets. Thanks for starting this thread
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Its no problem at all! I appreciate you taking the time to say something nice about it. im not a professional by any means but proud of what I can do. Thanks and best of luck!
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
bzblaine, that is really super-duper. Very nice. You're giving me ideas.
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Thank you! post the pictures if you end up making one!
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Man.. You did a rocking job! Looks like this is going to be my next project. Also, I subscribed to your YouTube channel. Awesome stuff man.
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
Thank you! and Thanks for subscribing. I can use all the subscribers I can get at this point lol. Post a picture of the console when you complete it!
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
I love seeing innovation at work making ideas a reality. Great work! :looking good!
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
I really appreciate that. I'm real cheap, so I have to get craft when I want something done.
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"
I like doing things myself as well,more satisfying than buying or paying someone. I watched some sewing videos and made my own seat upholstery and door pockets
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