Re: [DML] Cup Holder - ADVANCED

[Eric Itzel <eric@xxxx>]

Wow man, that seems like a lot of work for such a small thing!

I usually just wedge an Aquafina bottle or a screw-top coffee mug between
the little space between the drivers seat and the console, it fits fine and
doesn't really get in my way.

Good luck with that, though. More power to you if you can pull it off!

Eric Itzel
vin 4433

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "videobob11" <videobob@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2003 11:18 PM
Subject: [DML] Cup Holder - ADVANCED


> We have all seen that clip on cup holder for sale, ....
> but nothing beats the real thing.
> I have one built into my Ford Taurus that I think is the most
> awesome cup holder ever, it was one of the main descision makers
> in buying the car! I am sure I am not the first to pick a car based on
> the cup holder!
>
> I have an idea but I am not sure if it will fly.
> I need the advise of someone who is a lot more familiar with the
> console and frame of the D.
>
> My idea is to remove the top of the console and ashtray,
> and custom build a new one.
> The idea is to either drill into the actual frame with a hole saw
> and recess the cup holder down into it with a matching base.
> I have some friends who do composite plastics and fiberglass.
> I thought if I built this new console and wrap it in the same
> leather material.
>
> If is not structually sound to do this drilling, then we could
> make a mold that rises above the console instead.
>
> I would love to hear what people think of this idea or if anyone
> has ever done this.
>
> Of course, this is for a daily driver and not for you guys who
> want to collect the car.
> I like to live in my car.
>
> What could complete a nice day driving than a cool glass of tea?
> Eh?
>
> - Videobob
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