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Old 08-08-2010, 10:50 AM
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Hi guys,
there are a few switches I want to mount at a "control panel" on the dash. For example winch, roof lights, etc.

I don`t have any idea where to mount them, would be great if you can give me some examples/suggestions.

Btw, there`s no more room in the ash tray, because there`s my cb...
 
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Depending on trim/year, a lot of blazers have a cassette/cd holder in the center console. I've seen people who make a plastic cover for it and mount switches there. It's about 9x12cm so there should be plenty of room for switches
 
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I currently have a 3rd one next to the red switch, I'm sure you could squeeze one or two more
 
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Originally Posted by mdehoogh
Depending on trim/year, a lot of blazers have a cassette/cd holder in the center console. I've seen people who make a plastic cover for it and mount switches there. It's about 9x12cm so there should be plenty of room for switches
That is exactly what I did. Four switches and an indicator lamp for my reverse light. Plenty of room for more if needed.
 
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I currently have a 3rd one next to the red switch, I'm sure you could squeeze one or two more
Good solution, but there`s a oem switch on mine...

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That is exactly what I did. Four switches and an indicator lamp for my reverse light. Plenty of room for more if needed.
So, there`s a cup holder that I want to keep...

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Originally Posted by Benedict1337
You could maybe put some just above the parking brake release lever. I've seen that done before too.
 
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I also had the stock fog switch there however I removed it and the hole was perfect for those switches. I also rewired my fogs in the bumper so they stay on even when the high beams are on. They don't do a lot for light but its a little more added visibility. the only thing that doesn't make sense to me is when you disconnect the stock switch it messes with the interior lights, and I had to make a switch for those as well
 
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you can also make a panel to go where the coin holder is or the cd holder. That reminds me i need to post my panel for sale on here.
 
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Mine has all those overhead compartments in the middle of the ceiling, and I've just been trying to think of something I could add that would require some toggle switches that I could put up there. lmao
 
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If you wanted, and have an overhead console, and do not use the garage door location, mounth them there....
 


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