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skrenly · 03-15-2016, 05:04 PM

Thought I'd share incase anyone is looking for ideas for a one off bench seat console.
I wanted a console for the bench seat in my 72 K20. Rather than buy one from the catalogue, I decided to attempt to make one from a factory center console. I scribed the top of the console to the bench then cut and glued on the back piece from the bottom of the console. I made a floor with 1/4 " pine, then fiber glassed it along with the cup holder area that was also fitted with pine. It's off to the upholstery shop now to get wrapped in vinyl or leather. I'll post another pick when I pick it up. I'm also going to flush mount a couple challenge coins.
Steve

68shortfleet · 03-18-2016, 12:01 AM

I have been watching the swap meets for a factory console to do exactly what you are doing. Very curious to see what it looks like sitting on the seat.

**70STOVEBOLT** · 03-18-2016, 08:14 AM

Great idea! Can't wait to see the finished product. With all the consoles that have cracked mounting holes, this may be a good side business for you.

46stude · 03-18-2016, 10:13 AM

That is a good idea. Lookin' forward to seeing the finished product.

lsjrl07 · 03-18-2016, 10:24 AM

I like that! I am probably going to attempt to copy this! Great idea!

**GruntMoanCough** · 03-18-2016, 11:31 AM

Hmmm. Now I know what to do with the console I have, and no bucket seats. Thanks for posting.

Mmorgan32 · 03-18-2016, 02:08 PM

How are you gonna by to mount to to the seat? Use a middle seat belt? I love the idea

skrenly · 03-20-2016, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Mmorgan32

How are you gonna by to mount to to the seat? Use a middle seat belt? I love the idea

I think its got enough weight to it because of the wood / fiberglass bottom to stay in place. That is unless you slam on the brakes which happens now and then.. I may attach elastic straps to the bottom and hook them on the seat springs.
I decided to add some inlay walnut to match the instrument cluster and glove box.
A few more coats of poly and it's ready to be wrapped in walrus grain.

**DeadheadNM** · 03-20-2016, 12:44 PM

Good idea Steve - I wonder if velcro strips added to the bottom alone would allow enough friction to keep it in place under hard braking....

Jonlopes · 03-20-2016, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Good idea Steve - I wonder if velcro strips added to the bottom alone would allow enough friction to keep it in place under hard braking....

I bet you could easilly add some kind of bracket on the bottom to thread the center seat belt through so it will not go anywhere.

**DeadheadNM** · 03-20-2016, 05:53 PM

MOLLE straps

CG · 03-20-2016, 08:05 PM

Looking good. I have a console squirreled away to do this. I was thinking about having an eyelet underneath front and rear. Attach a bungee cords under the seats front and rear and hook them around to the console. When I wanted to carry three people just detach the bungee and tuck them under the seat out of sight

aboesec10 · 03-20-2016, 08:50 PM

this is an awesome idea! great execution too man

BLAZERMAN · 03-21-2016, 12:05 AM

Been thinking about doing this same style console since seeing another member here doing it. I think it's a great idea for something period correct looking.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=538089

Mrturner1 · 03-21-2016, 12:51 AM

So you just take it out when you need room for two passengers?

skrenly · 03-21-2016, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by BLAZERMAN

Been thinking about doing this same style console since seeing another member here doing it. I think it's a great idea for something period correct looking.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=538089

Wow, that looks great!
Mine will have a lower profile as I only used the lid.

swamp rat · 03-21-2016, 10:41 PM

Don't know if you need to or not but my seat counsel has a loop on the bottom for a seat belt or tie strap. It looks good!

skrenly · 04-09-2016, 05:28 PM

So it didn't work out at the upholstery shop, guy said he would use staples! So I took it home, prepped it out, and used the rattle can. I added carpet on the inside and non skid rubber on the bottom. Finished. Heading home to Oregon end of the month so I'll see how it looks and sits on the bench seat.

lsjrl07 · 04-09-2016, 05:32 PM

It looks so good. Thanks for the idea/motivation.

**70STOVEBOLT** · 05-12-2016, 11:13 AM

Let's see that finished product on the seat!!

El Dorado Jim · 05-13-2016, 02:53 AM

can't wait to see it in the truck, looks great!

El Dorado Jim · 05-13-2016, 02:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLAZERMAN

Been thinking about doing this same style console since seeing another member here doing it. I think it's a great idea for something period correct looking.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=538089

that looks awesome!

skrenly · 07-09-2017, 04:25 PM

Finally posting a PIC sitting in the truck.
Console top same height as the door panel arm rests.
Nice to have a place for my coffee and some storage too.

CG · 07-09-2017, 04:29 PM

Where did you get that plastic seat cover? Console turned out nice. I was going to do this and had a brain fart and let my console go away for cheap forgetting about this thread.

flashed · 07-09-2017, 05:38 PM

Would you be willing to make another one , Im a willing buyer ?

03-15-2016, 05:04 PM	#1
skrenly Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Coronado, CA Posts: 1,085	Bench seat console Thought I'd share incase anyone is looking for ideas for a one off bench seat console. I wanted a console for the bench seat in my 72 K20. Rather than buy one from the catalogue, I decided to attempt to make one from a factory center console. I scribed the top of the console to the bench then cut and glued on the back piece from the bottom of the console. I made a floor with 1/4 " pine, then fiber glassed it along with the cup holder area that was also fitted with pine. It's off to the upholstery shop now to get wrapped in vinyl or leather. I'll post another pick when I pick it up. I'm also going to flush mount a couple challenge coins. Steve Attached Images

03-18-2016, 12:01 AM	#2
68shortfleet Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Dundee, Oregon Posts: 311	Re: Bench seat console I have been watching the swap meets for a factory console to do exactly what you are doing. Very curious to see what it looks like sitting on the seat.

03-18-2016, 08:14 AM	#3
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,449	Re: Bench seat console Great idea! Can't wait to see the finished product. With all the consoles that have cracked mounting holes, this may be a good side business for you. __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Sliding Rear Window Power Windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear

03-18-2016, 10:13 AM	#4
46stude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Rockport, Texas Posts: 195	Re: Bench seat console That is a good idea. Lookin' forward to seeing the finished product.

03-18-2016, 10:24 AM	#5
lsjrl07 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Bellville, TX Posts: 107	Re: Bench seat console I like that! I am probably going to attempt to copy this! Great idea! __________________ "Sergeant Slam" 1949 Suburban Build-Bagged, S10 Swap, Engine Swap "Tarnished Penny" 1971 C10 Build - Bagged, Custom Interior

03-18-2016, 11:31 AM	#6
GruntMoanCough Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pemberton, BC Posts: 1,075	Re: Bench seat console Hmmm. Now I know what to do with the console I have, and no bucket seats. Thanks for posting. __________________ My goal in life is to be as good a person as my dog already thinks I am - Unknown

03-18-2016, 02:08 PM	#7
Mmorgan32 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Fresno, ca Posts: 303	Re: Bench seat console How are you gonna by to mount to to the seat? Use a middle seat belt? I love the idea __________________ 1972 gmc c15 short bed... Sold 1970 chevy custom camper patina daily driver

03-20-2016, 12:44 PM	#9
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,451	Re: Bench seat console Good idea Steve - I wonder if velcro strips added to the bottom alone would allow enough friction to keep it in place under hard braking.... __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

03-20-2016, 05:53 PM	#11
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,451	Re: Bench seat console MOLLE straps __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

03-20-2016, 08:05 PM	#12
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,044	Re: Bench seat console Looking good. I have a console squirreled away to do this. I was thinking about having an eyelet underneath front and rear. Attach a bungee cords under the seats front and rear and hook them around to the console. When I wanted to carry three people just detach the bungee and tuck them under the seat out of sight __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

03-20-2016, 08:50 PM	#13
aboesec10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Katy Texas Posts: 501	Re: Bench seat console this is an awesome idea! great execution too man __________________ c10clubtexas

03-21-2016, 12:05 AM	#14
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,828	Re: Bench seat console Been thinking about doing this same style console since seeing another member here doing it. I think it's a great idea for something period correct looking. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=538089 Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

03-21-2016, 12:51 AM	#15
Mrturner1 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Colfax California Posts: 1,644	Re: Bench seat console So you just take it out when you need room for two passengers?

03-21-2016, 10:41 PM	#17
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: Bench seat console Don't know if you need to or not but my seat counsel has a loop on the bottom for a seat belt or tie strap. It looks good! __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

04-09-2016, 05:28 PM	#18
skrenly Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Coronado, CA Posts: 1,085	Re: Bench seat console So it didn't work out at the upholstery shop, guy said he would use staples! So I took it home, prepped it out, and used the rattle can. I added carpet on the inside and non skid rubber on the bottom. Finished. Heading home to Oregon end of the month so I'll see how it looks and sits on the bench seat. Attached Images



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04-09-2016, 05:32 PM	#19
lsjrl07 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Bellville, TX Posts: 107	Re: Bench seat console It looks so good. Thanks for the idea/motivation. __________________ "Sergeant Slam" 1949 Suburban Build-Bagged, S10 Swap, Engine Swap "Tarnished Penny" 1971 C10 Build - Bagged, Custom Interior

05-12-2016, 11:13 AM	#20
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,449	Re: Bench seat console Let's see that finished product on the seat!! __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Sliding Rear Window Power Windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear

05-13-2016, 02:53 AM	#21
El Dorado Jim Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: El Dorado Ca Posts: 3,374	Re: Bench seat console can't wait to see it in the truck, looks great!

07-09-2017, 04:25 PM	#23
skrenly Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Coronado, CA Posts: 1,085	Re: Bench seat console Finally posting a PIC sitting in the truck. Console top same height as the door panel arm rests. Nice to have a place for my coffee and some storage too. Attached Images

07-09-2017, 04:29 PM	#24
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,044	Re: Bench seat console Where did you get that plastic seat cover? Console turned out nice. I was going to do this and had a brain fart and let my console go away for cheap forgetting about this thread. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

07-09-2017, 05:38 PM	#25
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: Bench seat console Would you be willing to make another one , Im a willing buyer ?

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