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Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 9:55 am
by SimonB
Has anyone done a DIY centre roof console on the Pajero (gen2 specifically)?

I'm looking at building one to house a VHF radio and to replace lights and possibly to mount a DVD monitor.

Just looking for ideas at this stage

Re: Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 11:16 am
by 4ePajero
One from my own bucket list!

I have looked at a few, and might use some ideas from the attached images as a starting point.

I would possibly add the following:
  • Fit a RAM mount for the iPad, so that it sits just below the rear view mirror. (The iPad is proving to be a great nav tool!)
  • Clip for the hand-held radio (with charging facility)
  • Fit an array of power supply plugs (12V ciggy plug, 12V Hella, 220V (from inverter)
  • The storage compartment has to be accessible by either the driver or the passenger. I like the use of an open compartment with elasticized netting. I don't like the door that 'falls open'. Where do you store goodies? On the lid?
  • Add elastic netting pockets to the sides for maps etc.
I am considering making it full length (extending to the line of the second row of seats' back rest).
This will make it practical for the rear passengers as well.
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Re: Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 11:28 am
by Gemaskerde Tuinvurk
suddenly my sunroof annoys me... :?

Re: Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:29 pm
by Jaco Nel
In a recent edition of WegRy they had an article on a guy who build his own roof console for his Hilux, he also did it mainly to house his radio. Maybe have a look at that for ideas?

Re: Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:55 pm
by Roy
Hi

Whisper Boat Academy make a console for about R500. I got one there and fitted in my Hilux when I had a Hilux (I now own a 2.8 SWB Pajero). It can be cut and shaped to fit probably any vehicle. Website below.

www.wbba.co.za

Roy

Re: Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Thu Mar 08, 2012 7:51 pm
by cloyd
Hi guys,

Any ideas for a Gen 3 with sunroof?

Cloyd

Re: Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2012 11:02 am
by Lazy-Days
How do you mount the thing?

Re: Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2012 11:10 am
by Skillie
Hi,

I'm in the planning phase of installing a VHF radio mobile unit.

Ideally I would also want to install it in a center overhead console, but my Gen 3 also have a sunroof...

...any suggestions as to where to install the radio unit?

Regards,

Re: Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:11 pm
by SimonB
Lazy-Days wrote:How do you mount the thing?
Seemingly they use the existing holes for the front and centre interior lights.

Re: Overhead Roof Console

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2012 10:02 pm
by KaiV
Roy wrote:Hi

Whisper Boat Academy make a console for about R500. I got one there and fitted in my Hilux when I had a Hilux (I now own a 2.8 SWB Pajero). It can be cut and shaped to fit probably any vehicle. Website below.

http://www.wbba.co.za

Roy
I only see boats on that site :cry: