2G FEEDBACK - Center Console Switch Panel/Cup Holder

[crazy95dsm]

I like the dual cup holder idea, as i have my son and wife with me at times. Would like it go more straight then curved on the top near the arm rest

 

[Kryndon]

I'm liking how it looks. I wonder, though, roughly how deep are the holes, from bottom to top of the holder? I'm just trying to think how a regular 5" tall coke can would sit in there. I've had bad experiences with other, deeper holders where you can barely grab the can. A comfortable "grab-range" for a coke can is about 1" from the top going down, just enough to get your thumb and index or middle finger on each side and pull it up. I'm just giving one of many examples, though. I'm sure lots of people would prefer bottles or those big XL sized coke cups from McDonalds, .

Also, did you try a variant with a cup holder and a side compartment like the OEM one is?

 

[Kai Hefner]

I'm liking how it looks. I wonder, though, roughly how deep are the holes, from bottom to top of the holder? I'm just trying to think how a regular 5" tall coke can would sit in there. I've had bad experiences with other, deeper holders where you can barely grab the can. A comfortable "grab-range" for a coke can is about 1" from the top going down, just enough to get your thumb and index or middle finger on each side and pull it up. I'm just giving one of many examples, though. I'm sure lots of people would prefer bottles or those big XL sized coke cups from McDonalds, .

The holes are just over 2.25" deep. The 3" top, the taper, and the depth, was all taken from the dimensions of Tesla cup holders (I changed a few things like making the depth slightly less).

Also, did you try a variant with a cup holder and a side compartment like the OEM one is?

I can design and print this off tonight to test tomorrow if I'm feeling inclined, I'm printing the switch panel for my own car at the moment. I'm not sure how happy I am with the 2x cup holder. I'm mostly worried about the two drinks, if they both fill the holes, pushing each other away from each other due to the holes overlapping; however, to make the holes a good size, this is a necessity. Only thing I'm worried about a 1x cup holder and little side compartment is that there isn't a big NEED for it, as our OEM ones are pretty much just like that. Obviously it would be slightly better but worth $$$ better?

For good news, the switch panel I'm making looks like it's going to come out really cool. I couldn't do the touch-screen thing yet because the aftermarket resources for touch-button switch panels are pretty limited, but I'm using some really nice SS light-up push-toggle buttons. Will have a picture update of this switch panel (in my own car) next week most likely.

 

[Techn0Nut1996]

I’ve always wanted to make a switch panel to replace the ash tray, haven’t gotten around to it yet. Great work!

 

[Kai Hefner]

I’m really happy with the way that my switch panel is turning out. Definitely going to release this as a product once I fine-tune the details. Im considering using these buttons but they are crazy expensive. Recessed on/off buttons with a coloured ring when they are on. I chose white rings for mine, but haven’t aired anything up yet. The blacks match great, and I’m using the panel design that doesn’t have the matched curve at the back. In my opinion, I think it looks better. Just a much straighter-angle looking switch panel.

I won’t be working on it till I get back across the country but I’m considering retiring the 2X cup holder idea. I will likely be replacing it with a smaller switch panel, with a cup holder next to the switches, and a pocket at the back for a phone or something else.

What do you guys think?

 

[Doubleot]

Dang it I was getting really excited about the dual cup holder idea if you consider doing it I would definitely be interested.

 

[Kai Hefner]

I'll look more into the 2x cup holder idea, might have to be a not-straight-forward solution.

I finally got a chance to test out the switch panel on my car, check it out on the Toothless build profile! https://www.dsmtuners.com/threads/toothless.518118/page-2#post-153754908
Once I fine-tune some of the curves, I think I'll offer this as a product. There was a bit of soldering required for my to wire stuff onto the switches but I will likely try and offer a solder-less solution. i.e. I would solder connector ends onto the switch and people would just have to connect their wires to them. Obviously where would still be crimping/soldering required based on whatever you are wiring but I'm thinking I would take care of the confusion out of soldering together the switch poles and such.

The switch panel/cup holder base is proving to be a robust piece. I didn't sand down the pop-in things much on mine, and I can yank on the part really hard to get it out. This does take a bit of practice because you don't want to break the center console tabs but I've had some pretty good luck with it so far.

 

[Epdsm]

I'm suited into my new area and I'm finally getting back to trying to create 3D printed parts for our cars. I've been working on a drop-in replacement for the cup holder in the center console. Personally I never use the cupholder so I wanted to make a touch-button switch panel. Noticing that people like having cup holders and hate the little change holder thing, I'm also considering making a drop-in replacement that has 2 cup holders.

No pricing or anything at all yet, just want to get feedback on if there would be any interest in one of these replacements. Any ideas on what else the replacement could be? Any comments about fitment? Let me know what I could improve.

The part is still a prototype so there is a big hole cut in the middle to save on material printing out different iterations.

Do you have the stl format so i can print it, or do you sell the piece, Im interested

 

[Kai Hefner]

Do you have the stl format so i can print it, or do you sell the piece, Im interested

Hey, I've had some messages over the years about this. Sorry guys, I can't share any design files. Reach out and I'll see if I can make something for what you're looking for.

 

[Superman2484]

I'm suited into my new area and I'm finally getting back to trying to create 3D printed parts for our cars. I've been working on a drop-in replacement for the cup holder in the center console. Personally I never use the cupholder so I wanted to make a touch-button switch panel. Noticing that people like having cup holders and hate the little change holder thing, I'm also considering making a drop-in replacement that has 2 cup holders.

No pricing or anything at all yet, just want to get feedback on if there would be any interest in one of these replacements. Any ideas on what else the replacement could be? Any comments about fitment? Let me know what I could improve.

The part is still a prototype so there is a big hole cut in the middle to save on material printing out different iterations.

Looks great!! I'm trying to finish a design myself. Having trouble with the contour and rounded edges.

 

[jesse12345]

If anyone starts 3d printing the door window support plastic deals I'd buy. Every one is broken on all my cars. It seems to be a common problem.

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[FIBA M - EC17PSE]

If anyone starts 3d printing the door window support plastic deals I'd buy. Every one is broken on all my cars. It seems to be a common problem.

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[jesse12345]

I literally just bought that one and for 12 shipped isn't bad. The other guy selling them on ebay has 3 left but for 25 shipped, they know what they can get for them. I only need 7 more now.
By the way thanks for searching that up I'm being extra lazy today.

 

[FIBA M - EC17PSE]

I literally just bought that one and for 12 shipped isn't bad. The other guy selling them on ebay has 3 left but for 25 shipped, they know what they can get for them. I only need 7 more now.
By the way thanks for searching that up I'm being extra lazy today.

Just found these in my boxes when moving some old stock around

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[jesse12345]

How much for them if you'd be willing to sell? The guy on ebay canceled my order so now I need a set unfortunately.

 

[FIBA M - EC17PSE]

How much for them if you'd be willing to sell? The guy on ebay canceled my order so now I need a set unfortunately.

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[cyclops755]

Why not just use an 8" screen? It doesn't require any fascia trim...

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I actually just got my PiLink from John, and am using the 7" screen he offers, but I'm really interested in the 8" screen you have here. Can you give me any more details on this??

 

[dsmcrzy]

I actually just got my PiLink from John, and am using the 7" screen he offers, but I'm really interested in the 8" screen you have here. Can you give me any more details on this??

After talking with rabenne, I went with this one from buydisplay.com. It’s worked awesome too.

I 3D printed some small tabs and just used super glue to attach it to the stock radio bezel.

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