Center Console Head Unit Install

[chevyjunky77]

Searched and not finding what I am looking for. '88 Jimmy that has a factory radio and want to leave it in place. I have seen people put in aftermarket units in the glovebox. I do not care for that. I believe a better option would be in the center console. Any of you guys done this? Links to posts?

 

[skunked]

I used a Tuffy center console.

 

[chevyjunky77]

I used a Tuffy center console.

I am going to use the existing factory console.

 

[ramack]

I am going to use the existing factory console.

pics???

 

[chevyjunky77]

Have not had a chance to tackle this. Been dealing with axle swaps since the gears are trashed.

 

[runamok151]

You looking to cut out the cup holders and mount it facing up inside the console? I had my CB mounted vertically on the front of the console w/ a couple of L-brackets. You could easily do the same w/ any DIN size radio. It wasn't slick install but KISS and effective.

 

[ramack]

You looking to cut out the cup holders and mount it facing up inside the console? I had my CB mounted vertically on the front of the console w/ a couple of L-brackets. You could easily do the same w/ any DIN size radio. It wasn't slick install but KISS and effective.

That's I think the way I'm going to point my son in the direction of. I can live with a couple #10 or 1/4" holes in the front of the center console. Just needs to clear the shift levers.

 

[chevyjunky77]

Ive decided I am going to put stock seat risers under the center console. This will raise it enough to give me armrests. I will then have room to mount a power converter and a stereo. This will all be hidden. A plate will be mounted on the backside to add 110VDC sockets and USBs.