Homebrew Overhead Console
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From: Penns Grove, NJ
Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 2.5 4 cyl
jakedalton - I am just going to put in a cubby for now and in it. That way I have a place for the ipod and I can hide the wires in the dash.
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96jeepxj - I have to take down so that I can cover it. When I do I will take pics of how I did it.
I had the factory console up there when I got it, so i used the factory holes to screw into and took off the original clips.
I had the factory console up there when I got it, so i used the factory holes to screw into and took off the original clips.
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I actually like how this one is held up there better.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f58/cu...console-45770/
So, I am going to hook up my front like that with a metal bar that runs between the sun visors.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f58/cu...console-45770/
So, I am going to hook up my front like that with a metal bar that runs between the sun visors.
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Ok, so I am finished for now. I covered it all with fleece, got a "new" headliner, and even got the speaker pods (score!). I put up my tool box and here it will sit in this configuration untill I have the time and money to buy some resin and fiberglass.








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Here are a few more pics.
BTW - I did redesign how the front is held up. There are now metal L brackets under the sunvisor retairers.


BTW - I did redesign how the front is held up. There are now metal L brackets under the sunvisor retairers.


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From: Fauquier County, Virginia
Year: 1991
Model: Cherokee
Engine: I-6 4.0 HO
Oh my God that thing is absolutely awesome. I love it. Would you consider making more and selling them? I would love to try a build like this, but sadly I believe my skills are... lacking...
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Actually, I am gonna try this. Whats the worse that could happen? It suck and I just throw it away? Better to try than to stay seated like a loser. Could you possible make a trace of the sides or something just so I can figure which way to start building? I am terrible with templates and matching up contours.



I wanna see more about that tool box!!!