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ChevLoRay · 07-02-2009, 11:04 PM

I bought a conversion cup holder when I was at a swap meet, sold by Old Air Products.

Has anyone done the conversion and do you have any pointers?

I bought it because I didn't want the foam biggee that plugs into the opening that the ashtray fits into.

**KevsClassics** · 07-02-2009, 11:44 PM

Did it to my Blazer. Its more for looks not very functional.

killacheyenne · 07-03-2009, 12:33 AM

id like to see some closer pics of it and what all gos into the transformation

chuckmc8 · 07-03-2009, 06:14 AM

I know this isnt what he asked, but I wanted to share the cupholder that I used to use on my 71-this was one of thos 'shop' moments where I was taking a break and noticed the cupholder on my folding (bag type) chair, and I thought, that looks like it would clip on my 71 ashtray and work there. I hate not having a cupholder! This isnt for the 'show trucks' but its great in a beater if youre tired of spilling your coke!
I sold that truck but kept the .99 cent cupholder, heres pics on an old ashtray I used to make the pics. It just clipped on with no modifiction at all, and when I didnt need it, I just put in in the glove box, It worked awesome and was free, although not real pretty......

oldblue1968chevy · 07-03-2009, 04:03 PM

i want some better lookin ^^no offense lol but i wana free (or cheep) good cupholder been thinin bout startin a thread for awhile and now ive got one lol...

POST YOUR CUPHOLDER PIX YALL

oldblue1968chevy · 07-03-2009, 10:50 PM

anybody?

chuckmc8 · 07-04-2009, 05:52 AM

well, you shouldnt a made fun of mine! I have had at least one of these trucks since I had a new on in 71, and there is not an EZ cheap cupholder that doesnt midify the truck....that I know of, except the one i posted

haysonj · 07-04-2009, 08:13 AM

Here's a closeup of the one from LMC it really isn't very functional.

68gmsee · 07-04-2009, 09:46 AM

Many years ago, I wanted a cup holder that would hold large coffee mugs or drinks but the only ones I would find were the ones that attach to the window and were made of cheap plastic.

The solution wast to make my own. Here's a pic:

oldblue1968chevy · 07-04-2009, 09:56 AM

THATS more of what im looking for? will that hold big drinks from mcdonalds?^ and will it hold a 12oz. ?

edit and whats the diameter on that?

**KevsClassics** · 07-05-2009, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by killacheyenne

id like to see some closer pics of it and what all gos into the transformation

Here's some closer pics.

Pretty simple to install.

Uwe Blab · 07-07-2009, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chuckmc8

I know this isnt what he asked, but I wanted to share the cupholder that I used to use on my 71-this was one of thos 'shop' moments where I was taking a break and noticed the cupholder on my folding (bag type) chair, and I thought, that looks like it would clip on my 71 ashtray and work there. I hate not having a cupholder! This isnt for the 'show trucks' but its great in a beater if youre tired of spilling your coke!
I sold that truck but kept the .99 cent cupholder, heres pics on an old ashtray I used to make the pics. It just clipped on with no modifiction at all, and when I didnt need it, I just put in in the glove box, It worked awesome and was free, although not real pretty......

I'm really liking that one Chuck. I like that it requires no modifications.

red71c10 · 07-07-2009, 12:10 AM

Are these any better. They are available from some of the catalog vendors. You could run around with it in, and swap it for the ashtray for shows and meets.

lts70 · 07-07-2009, 09:16 AM

Mine

crites_72 · 07-07-2009, 01:08 PM

man i like those who offers them?

Tynee · 07-07-2009, 02:55 PM

There used to be one that held your drink a little lower, but it's been a LONG time since that thread has surfaced around here.

**70cst** · 07-07-2009, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by red71c10

Are these any better. They are available from some of the catalog vendors. You could run around with it in, and swap it for the ashtray for shows and meets.

Thats what I'm using for now.

72 cheyenne pdx · 07-07-2009, 05:37 PM

I got a free cupholder with a purchase of a child's seat. It is a little bigger and does take up a 1/3 of the bench seat, but I haven't spilt anything yet. (knock on plastic wood insert on my door panel.)

wwotr · 07-31-2009, 07:02 AM

It70 and Kevsclassics....

I like the look of your Cup Holders and have scouward LMC Online and have YET to find one like yours.
Can you provide a link to these?

I'd REALLY like to order one!

Roger
"RATIKLE"

mclairmo · 07-31-2009, 12:27 PM

Why a cupholder? My Honda Pilot has 30 of them, which is 29 too many for me. If it won't make my truck run any faster or stronger, I leave it off. If you need a drink, find a garden hose. LOL.

unclewatts · 07-31-2009, 07:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wwotr

It70 and Kevsclassics....

I like the look of your Cup Holders and have scouward LMC Online and have YET to find one like yours.
Can you provide a link to these?

I'd REALLY like to order one!

Roger
"RATIKLE"

In the latest LMC catalog -Bottom of page 109 Part#38-8200 $29.95. Hope this helps.

wwotr · 07-31-2009, 08:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by unclewatts

In the latest LMC catalog -Bottom of page 109 Part#38-8200 $29.95. Hope this helps.

No I think thats the one that you put in place of the original ashtray.

I'm looking for the "Ashtray Conversion" that LOOKS like the Ashtray and when you pull it out, you can fit 2 cans of Soda in to it.

Roger
"RATIKLE"

**KevsClassics** · 07-31-2009, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KevsClassics

Here's some closer pics.

Pretty simple to install.

Ok

Quote:

Originally Posted by wwotr

It70 and Kevsclassics....

I like the look of your Cup Holders and have scouward LMC Online and have YET to find one like yours.
Can you provide a link to these?

I'd REALLY like to order one!

Roger
"RATIKLE"

I bought mine about 3 years ago from Brothers Truck parts. It was made by Old Air Products. I guess they no longer make them because I can't find a listing on either site. I know my friend Ace bought one for his Burb and never installed it I can ask him if he would like to sell it.

foosed · 07-31-2009, 10:48 PM

just got my classic industries catalog today and it is in there. Only problem is its 75 bucks

**KevsClassics** · 07-31-2009, 11:45 PM

Wow they sure gone up in price.

07-02-2009, 11:04 PM	#1
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Cup holder conversion for ashtray I bought a conversion cup holder when I was at a swap meet, sold by Old Air Products. Has anyone done the conversion and do you have any pointers? I bought it because I didn't want the foam biggee that plugs into the opening that the ashtray fits into. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

07-02-2009, 11:44 PM	#2
KevsClassics TILT COLUMN GURU Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: FRESNO CA Posts: 4,276	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray Did it to my Blazer. Its more for looks not very functional. __________________ Instagram kevs_classics64 64 Impala SS Conv 72 Blazer 2wd 75 Jimmy 2wd 63 Belair wagon 02 Silverado ext cab. DD RIP EL JAY

07-03-2009, 06:14 AM	#4
chuckmc8 It's alsways something..... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Douglasville GA Posts: 1,171	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray I know this isnt what he asked, but I wanted to share the cupholder that I used to use on my 71-this was one of thos 'shop' moments where I was taking a break and noticed the cupholder on my folding (bag type) chair, and I thought, that looks like it would clip on my 71 ashtray and work there. I hate not having a cupholder! This isnt for the 'show trucks' but its great in a beater if youre tired of spilling your coke! I sold that truck but kept the .99 cent cupholder, heres pics on an old ashtray I used to make the pics. It just clipped on with no modifiction at all, and when I didnt need it, I just put in in the glove box, It worked awesome and was free, although not real pretty...... Attached Images

07-03-2009, 04:03 PM	#5
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray i want some better lookin ^^no offense lol but i wana free (or cheep) good cupholder been thinin bout startin a thread for awhile and now ive got one lol... POST YOUR CUPHOLDER PIX YALL __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-03-2009, 10:50 PM	#6
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray anybody? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-03-2009, 12:33 AM	#3
killacheyenne Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Arkansas Posts: 153	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray id like to see some closer pics of it and what all gos into the transformation __________________ 72 cheyenne super 83 chevy...4x4...454

07-04-2009, 05:52 AM	#7
chuckmc8 It's alsways something..... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Douglasville GA Posts: 1,171	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray well, you shouldnt a made fun of mine! I have had at least one of these trucks since I had a new on in 71, and there is not an EZ cheap cupholder that doesnt midify the truck....that I know of, except the one i posted

07-04-2009, 08:13 AM	#8
haysonj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Santa Maria, Ca. Posts: 1,423	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray Here's a closeup of the one from LMC it really isn't very functional. Attached Images __________________ 69 Chevy 4x4 383 Power

07-04-2009, 09:46 AM	#9
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray Many years ago, I wanted a cup holder that would hold large coffee mugs or drinks but the only ones I would find were the ones that attach to the window and were made of cheap plastic. The solution wast to make my own. Here's a pic: Attached Images

07-04-2009, 09:56 AM	#10
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray THATS more of what im looking for? will that hold big drinks from mcdonalds?^ and will it hold a 12oz. ? edit and whats the diameter on that? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Last edited by oldblue1968chevy; 07-04-2009 at 09:57 AM.

07-07-2009, 12:10 AM	#13
red71c10 The Red Menace Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 577	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray Are these any better. They are available from some of the catalog vendors. You could run around with it in, and swap it for the ashtray for shows and meets. Attached Images __________________ 1971 Custom 10 - 350/350TH - Pwr steering, gauges, Chrome front bumper, Chrome hubcaps, Door edge guards, HD rear springs (current) 1968 C-20 Custom Camper - 350/350TH (orig 327), Pwr steering & brakes, gauges w/tach (former) 1968 C-20 - 307/3sp column (Dad's when I was a kid) "Driving is like coloring. Things get messy if you can't stay inside the lines." Last edited by red71c10; 07-07-2009 at 12:11 AM.

07-07-2009, 09:16 AM	#14
lts70 1970 Daily Driver Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Glenns Ferry IDAHO Posts: 1,035	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray Mine Attached Images __________________ It's not truly yours if you didn't build it yourself or if you don't do your own maintenance.

07-07-2009, 01:08 PM	#15
crites_72 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Mtn. Grove Mo. Posts: 155	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray man i like those who offers them? __________________ DJ

07-07-2009, 02:55 PM	#16
Tynee I miss this truck. Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Lexington, KY U.S.A. Posts: 2,863	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray There used to be one that held your drink a little lower, but it's been a LONG time since that thread has surfaced around here. __________________ '07 GMC Acadia SLT. Sweet ride. '08 Crew Cab Z-71 short bed. Really like this truck A LOT.

07-07-2009, 05:37 PM	#18
72 cheyenne pdx Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Portland Posts: 382	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray I got a free cupholder with a purchase of a child's seat. It is a little bigger and does take up a 1/3 of the bench seat, but I haven't spilt anything yet. (knock on plastic wood insert on my door panel.)



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07-31-2009, 07:02 AM	#19
wwotr Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Clearlake Oaks CA Posts: 1,716	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray It70 and Kevsclassics.... I like the look of your Cup Holders and have scouward LMC Online and have YET to find one like yours. Can you provide a link to these? I'd REALLY like to order one! Roger "RATIKLE" __________________ Hello members... I'd like you to know that I sold, my 72 GMC (Ratikle), back in November of 2011. I don't visit the site much anymore, but please feel free, to drop me a private message. RIP...."RATIKLE"

07-31-2009, 12:27 PM	#20
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray Why a cupholder? My Honda Pilot has 30 of them, which is 29 too many for me. If it won't make my truck run any faster or stronger, I leave it off. If you need a drink, find a garden hose. LOL.

07-31-2009, 10:48 PM	#24
foosed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huron, sd Posts: 463	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray just got my classic industries catalog today and it is in there. Only problem is its 75 bucks

07-31-2009, 11:45 PM	#25
KevsClassics TILT COLUMN GURU Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: FRESNO CA Posts: 4,276	Re: Cup holder conversion for ashtray Wow they sure gone up in price. __________________ Instagram kevs_classics64 64 Impala SS Conv 72 Blazer 2wd 75 Jimmy 2wd 63 Belair wagon 02 Silverado ext cab. DD RIP EL JAY

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