Overhead console
#1
Overhead console
I have a 2000 Blazer LS with the long overhead console. I'm trying to install a roll cage, but the console is right where the main hoop needs to be. Can I switch it out for the short one? Is it plug and play? Will it leave behind a gigantic hole in my headliner? I'm trying to keep it from looking hacked up.
I know I can just pull it out to answer my last question, but I haven't had a chance yet.
Thanks.
I know I can just pull it out to answer my last question, but I haven't had a chance yet.
Thanks.
#5
For what it's worth, I believe the plugs are indeed the same between the short one (found on the models with a sunroof) and the full length one. And yes there would certainly be a gaping hole left open in the headliner lol.
#6
So, here's what I ended up doing. Before anybody tells me about all the pieces that are missing, the importance of triangulation, etc., the cage is not nearly finished. I still have a ton of work left to do.
I leaned the main hoop back at the same angle as the seats. That way, it clears the console and it's not right over my head, waiting to give me a concussion if I hit a speed bump too fast.
I added an "extra" hoop in the back so my dogs would be safe, too. Since it's attached on top of the wheel wells (which are pretty flimsy), I tied it into the frame, too.
View from the back. The two top bars are not welded in yet.
So, chevyriders, at least that might give you some ideas of what NOT to do.
I leaned the main hoop back at the same angle as the seats. That way, it clears the console and it's not right over my head, waiting to give me a concussion if I hit a speed bump too fast.
I added an "extra" hoop in the back so my dogs would be safe, too. Since it's attached on top of the wheel wells (which are pretty flimsy), I tied it into the frame, too.
View from the back. The two top bars are not welded in yet.
So, chevyriders, at least that might give you some ideas of what NOT to do.
#7
Oh man, that's looking awesome! i was concerned with moisture gettting into the cabin from where the rollcage tubes would come thru on mine- but the way you sandwiched plates around the sheet metal to tie 2 seperate sections together is a great idea.
Nice work!
Nice work!
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