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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
