Roof Console

[Ranga]

Anyone fitted a roof console to their 95 (or similar off shape) Defender? I'm looking at getting one for mine that runs down the middle, but I can't find anyone who sells them.

I chatted with a helpful bloke from Rono consoles RoNo Consols Australia, 4x4, Truck, Custom Made Consoles & Door Pockets on the Sunshine Coast. He hasn't done one either, but is willing to give it a go. Unfortunately, my roof lining is sagging a little, and he can;t really do too much without me taking the lining off.

Basically, the plan of attack will be:
* removing the lining
* taking it to him for inspection/measurement
* getting the lining replaced/repaired
* taking it back to him for another inspection/measurement
* he makes one and we fit it (hopefully!)

As said, he's a genuine fellow, and he's been making consoles for 25 years and very much seems to know what he's doing. The big down side for me is the travel distance (about an hour each way). Whilst I'm willing to go to that effort, I was keen to see if anyone else already has them and might save me some hassle.

Anyone got any ideas?

[Allan]

ARB used to sell them in Perth. WE had one on our old Defender. I seem to remember they were producd in Queensland. After fitting we had to get a trimmer to shorteb the interior sun visors. I think by the same company that built drawer systems for the rear of 4x4's. Hope this is helpful.

Allan

[Ranga]

ARB used to sell them in Perth. WE had one on our old Defender. I seem to remember they were producd in Queensland. After fitting we had to get a trimmer to shorteb the interior sun visors. I think by the same company that built drawer systems for the rear of 4x4's. Hope this is helpful.

Allan

It might have been an Outback - they're made in Cairns, but unfortunately only now make them for a 02 onwards.

[Larry]

2003 Defender, but the shape is much the same. Not too hard to make yourself either.

[Larry]

Bugger, try again.

Over Head Console

[Mrlandyman100]

You could try consoles.com.au

[Ranga]

You could try consoles.com.au

Thanks - I emailed them earlier tonight, I'll see what response I get.

[Ranga]

Bugger, try again.

Over Head Console

Very nice - almost enough to convince me to give it a try. I've got plenty of ply lying around too!

Did you use the existing power from the original light to power the radios/new light? And did you use anything to pad it under the vinyl?

[Larry]

Did you use the existing power from the original light to power the radios/new light? And did you use anything to pad it under the vinyl?

I ran a new power cable from the 2nd battery to power everything.
Under the vinyl there is a thin layer of foam to soften the outside in case you bump your head getting in or out.
It's worth a go, you can have it how you want it then.

[tazd]

just made one and fitted it to my 110 ute with a uhf and cd player with the original light fitted in the middle plus a couple of extra speakers . works a treat. i ran power and speaker wires up the left piller, just need to hard wire the radio in as when i turn the key off no music
i just need to work out putting pics up then you will see what ive done. i have a spare one that i made to start with, just not big enough to fit the speakers.