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Bench seat console
Decided that I wanted a cupholder console that looked authentic on a bench seat. Shape a base out of wood to the contours of the seat. Sanded and shaped the back and front pieces to the same angle and curves as the original console. Glued and stapled scraps from the original seat covers to the wood frame to give it an "original" look. Cleaned up and reinforced a couple small cracks in the lid, and painted the top section and lid satin black. Console emblem and trim ring were in real good condition. Small piece of doormat carpet trimmed to fit over a 1/4 inch piece of plywood as the "bottom" of the console. Nothing is holding the console in place on the seat other than friction. May attach a small strap to the bottom and pull it between the seats and attach under the seat.
Regret not taking more pictures during construction. Wasn't all that hard. Patience to get the contour right and fitting the console lid bracket.
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