It is normal to be your own worst critic. Personally, I think you did a great job, your work is inspirational, as I set out to create my own center console. Thank you for the video
It's awesome that you're 100% honest at the beginning of the video that your new to building/fabricating a center console. There's not many people on youtube like yourself because all they care about is view's and could careless about anything else.
On the inside of the console where the sharp corner are, if stiffness is a concern, use tin used on HVAC or even roof flashing. It is very thin and if bent at good angles, a strong staple gun or simple screws can be used. This is a gusset to increase rigidity. Also, consider a rare earth magnet for latching the lid. With a paddle bit, epoxy and 4 magnets (Two for top, two for bottom) just make sure they are facing the right direction. I have nothing against Velcro but over time one side will load up with debris or the girls hair. It has to be cleaned even though you have a friction fit now. It just looks cleaner as well. Just future suggestions as it came out great. Got a sewing machine, do the seats. Headliner material is cheap and if glued and sewn on the back of your choice of material, add that extra softness. For patterns, a home improvement store sell Red Rosin paper about $10 USD. It is a meter wide and 80 meters long and thicker than construction paper. Cutting a drawn pattern is easy to transfer as each can be labeled and held with a stick pin. Piping is common as a French Seam. I use air shock tubing as it is cheap and the right size. Best of off-road travels and don’t forget tools & some medical box… Not for you but the guy you meet on the trail who tipped! Safe journeys.
Shed Built if you don’t make the video on it chuck a cheeky update on how you manage to work in the console fridge, interested to see how you mount It with the middle pull out ! Loving the troopy dude you’re tempting me to grab one! Hahaha
Honestly man if you ever get the time have this as a side hustle because there aren't a lot of homemade basic centre consoles on the market. Most are super high end 79 roof mounted or centre mounted and they cost big $$$ for very basic setups with not much space benefits. This one looks so good and actually utilises the space quite well
Honestly mate, that centre console looks bloody good! I’m working on my 89 hj75 and this channel has been a huge inspiration. Good on you! You should be so proud and happy with the work you’ve done.
I was thinking oh mdf, but you nailed it (& glue). Looks damn good and useful too. You've inspired me to have a crack at a custom console for a 60 in fibreglass.
Great job mate. I've got a 2WD Toyota Hilux and there is no storage, constantly losing things behind, under or beside the passenger seat as they roll off while driving. Have been wondering how I could create a custom centre console and your video has provided a lot of useful information! Well done on the sewing too, I bought a sewing machine and overlocker to help restore some old outdoor furniture, so I know how frustrating yet rewarding it can be when you get it right!!
New subscriber. I just binge watched every one of your videos. Nice job on the troopy. I see you haven’t put up a video for a while, I hope you are not getting bored with it all because you’re on a roll with the old girl. She’s looking better with each episode.. cheers M8
Well done for giving upholstery a go! It came up really well 👌 Often vinyl will stretch one way further than the other. With MX seats you need that stretch running in all the same direction (i.e front to back) and it takes out a lot of that puckering. Looks great man, well done!
this is legit insane, im building a custom console for my 80 series and im gonna be copying a fair bit of this haha, stoked i found this channel cheers mate
When you said you have never done sowing I was like oh this might not end well..... but holy mate you did an amazing job it turned out great
Liking the extra space for the control boxes. Definitely beats buying a console!
Yeah mate %100
Buildin70s you should make one for your channel
Probably the most professional build I’ve seen on here.
Thanks mate!
It is normal to be your own worst critic. Personally, I think you did a great job, your work is inspirational, as I set out to create my own center console. Thank you for the video
The most satisfying diy video ever watched. Good job!
Now this is called craftsmanship! Exactly what I needed as I am working on restoration of 70 series!
dear usman do you know where i can get same modification?
You should be VERY proud of yourself. Great job
It's awesome that you're 100% honest at the beginning of the video that your new to building/fabricating a center console. There's not many people on youtube like yourself because all they care about is view's and could careless about anything else.
On the inside of the console where the sharp corner are, if stiffness is a concern, use tin used on HVAC or even roof flashing. It is very thin and if bent at good angles, a strong staple gun or simple screws can be used. This is a gusset to increase rigidity.
Also, consider a rare earth magnet for latching the lid. With a paddle bit, epoxy and 4 magnets (Two for top, two for bottom) just make sure they are facing the right direction. I have nothing against Velcro but over time one side will load up with debris or the girls hair. It has to be cleaned even though you have a friction fit now. It just looks cleaner as well. Just future suggestions as it came out great.
Got a sewing machine, do the seats. Headliner material is cheap and if glued and sewn on the back of your choice of material, add that extra softness. For patterns, a home improvement store sell Red Rosin paper about $10 USD. It is a meter wide and 80 meters long and thicker than construction paper. Cutting a drawn pattern is easy to transfer as each can be labeled and held with a stick pin. Piping is common as a French Seam. I use air shock tubing as it is cheap and the right size. Best of off-road travels and don’t forget tools & some medical box… Not for you but the guy you meet on the trail who tipped! Safe journeys.
this turned out so smooth, i was so ready to go ehhhhh but this was so clean, sick video
Haha so was I believe me 😂
Shed Built if you don’t make the video on it chuck a cheeky update on how you manage to work in the console fridge, interested to see how you mount It with the middle pull out ! Loving the troopy dude you’re tempting me to grab one! Hahaha
Honestly man if you ever get the time have this as a side hustle because there aren't a lot of homemade basic centre consoles on the market. Most are super high end 79 roof mounted or centre mounted and they cost big $$$ for very basic setups with not much space benefits. This one looks so good and actually utilises the space quite well
Dude, it looks like it has just rolled out of the factory... Nailed it!
So glad you've filmed and uploaded this. Awesome efforts and result mate. Thanks.
Thanks mate! Appreciate it 🤙
Fair play great effort and result mate.
This came out bloody mint! Might have to start up a upholstery businesses now mate!
Fantastic job mate! Very methodical and well engineered. You just increased your resale value. Cheers!
Honestly mate, that centre console looks bloody good! I’m working on my 89 hj75 and this channel has been a huge inspiration. Good on you! You should be so proud and happy with the work you’ve done.
Thanks mate! Appreciate that a lot 👌
I cannot believe how well that turned out.
From those shitty pieces of mdf just stapled together to that,
well done mate!
Man! very impressive and it turned out great! Gave me some good ideas for sure!
Inspired and encouraged to build my own 75 series.
Keep up the great work.
Dude…. What a great job. You made it look so easy I think I might even give it a try!!! Thank you.
Love that you use the angle tool on 4:02, that tool has helped me soooo many times :D
you beautiful beast. everything you touch turns to magic. wish i lived in oz and could get your help! such a perfectionist
I was a bit sceptical with your console. Well it turned out great mate. Thanks for sharing.
Turned out mint brother, well done, i like that switch panel, that's mint!
Cheers brother 🤙🤙
For someone that says they have know idea what they are doing that looks mint mate!!
Love the disclaimer at the start haha Great Job there mate 👍 like a bought one
Wow! What an amazing job mate.
It’s come up great 👍🏽
Thank you! Cheers!
This is unreal, looks very professional !
This is super impressive. Most dudes wouldn't even attempt sewing. Solid effort mate. Loving the content.
Well done, this channel is great find - Keep them coming
Been too keen for a new video, it looks good so far
(edit) Finished the video and it was too good.
Wow that looks good you gave me some ideas Well-done
Great work man. Well done
Ayyyee! Man that turned out tidy as, Nice work mate!
Mate that is bloody mint! Might have a go at making mine myself
Man well done Brother Man!!
That looks awesome 👌 👏
I was thinking oh mdf, but you nailed it (& glue). Looks damn good and useful too. You've inspired me to have a crack at a custom console for a 60 in fibreglass.
Looks mint .. you did a great job
Not bad bloke. The whole thing looks OK. Nice one.
That’s great bro, I drew a lot of inspiration from this build
this is mint, givin cruiser consoles a run for their money. You should do window armrests like the ONESTONE cruiser stuff next.
I do have a design in mind actually 😏
Love your work mate. That came out professional as 🤌👌
Great job mate. I've got a 2WD Toyota Hilux and there is no storage, constantly losing things behind, under or beside the passenger seat as they roll off while driving. Have been wondering how I could create a custom centre console and your video has provided a lot of useful information! Well done on the sewing too, I bought a sewing machine and overlocker to help restore some old outdoor furniture, so I know how frustrating yet rewarding it can be when you get it right!!
Great job man 👌 lots of work there! Came out schmicko 👌👍
Doesn't look first time at all, well done mate!
New subscriber. I just binge watched every one of your videos. Nice job on the troopy.
I see you haven’t put up a video for a while, I hope you are not getting bored with it all because you’re on a roll with the old girl.
She’s looking better with each episode.. cheers M8
Well done for giving upholstery a go! It came up really well 👌
Often vinyl will stretch one way further than the other. With MX seats you need that stretch running in all the same direction (i.e front to back) and it takes out a lot of that puckering.
Looks great man, well done!
Well done mate, looks great
Awesome job, came up really nice
That was pretty impressive. Very surprised, solid effort. 👌
Wow... Nicely done, sir! Excellent!
What a beautiful piece. You've made me want to make my own console for my truck ahaha, incredible work mate.
You did well. Looks legit 👌
Maatteeee, what a bloody great job. Maybe you should do some more carpentry stuff you did great!
Thanks mate!
This came out incredible
Thanks mate!
Thought you were going to carpet it....nek minnit full pro finish, well done mate it looks awesome!
Haha love it! All out, even sewing👌👌
Getting involved 😂
I think you're more proud of the pull tab than the console It's self haha!!! Looks mega mate, nice work!!
Haha you’re not wrong mate! Thanks I appreciate it 🤙😂
Um WTFC? You got the mad skills! Incredible 👌
Unreal, well done!! 👌🏼
looks awesome mate, can’t wait to see more of the troopy
Man that is a great effort with the whole unit man fairdinkem awesome 😎
Greetings from Ohio !!! Most awesome job !!!
Looks AWESOME...I want One 😎 Good Job !
Results a ripper mate 💯
Thanks mate! 🤙
Geez bro
Thats some good work!
Great job brother. 👏 you did a wonderful job. Glad I found your channel. Been trying to find motivation to do this myself on a project.
Sweet job🤙looks great
Awesome mate, really lovin ur content.. keep the vids comin
Looks great mate, well done 🤘 Keep the vids coming!
Well done I'd be stoked aswell👌
That is mad bro loved it 👍
Even when it’s only been 3 day I have watched this video like 6 times no joke love the videos
Well done man, looks wicked!
It looks mint bro. Onya.
Im looking fir good inspiration to do a center console for my honda odyssey 2008 and i found your video. beautiful job.
Looks so good, looks stock even !! Sick as !
Finaly new episode keep up the good work
looks brilliant great job
looks great man!
Great build!
Awesome job mate
Looks awesome man. Loving your channel! Keep up the good work 🤙
man this beast has came so far
Im impressed well done
Ripping effort bro love ya work and really enjoying this build
I’ll take one for my 60, half size though, and auto! Good one man, great work!!
Great job mate.
this is legit insane, im building a custom console for my 80 series and im gonna be copying a fair bit of this haha, stoked i found this channel cheers mate
Looks mint dude better than 100+k cruiser
Great work man
12:45 "looks good from a far but it's far from good'
i'll use this more often when someone asks me about my mental health 😂
Mate that’s clean as!!
Exlent job 👍
I do custom interiors for work, cool to see others trying upholstery as its a dying trade
It reminds me of my 05 sierra oem console it’s certainly really good
Good inspiration to do one for mine now 👌
Holy sh@t it turned out awesome mate👍
Great work my friend, I like your content. I should get some great ideas for my rig from this