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[FS] 97-01 overhead console switch pod for OEM switches
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97-01 overhead console switch pod for OEM switches
I made a thing, again:
Direct link -> http://shpws.me/OUVP
A little background, first. I am a hobbyist, like you guys. This project came about due to frustration at the $200 price tag on police package 4-switch bezels, if you could even find them. The original plan was to make a couple with a home 3D printer but it turns out the design is too complex for that. Then I got a lot of "shut up and take my money" comments, so I uploaded the designs to Shapeways and now anyone can buy one.
This panel is a drop-in replacement for the garage door opener spot in overhead consoles from 97-01 Jeep Cherokees. Might work for ZJs and pre-97 models, too, but I don't have access to either of those so I can't check. You will need to run wiring down the passenger side A-Pillar to get power from the switches to your accessories, but you should be able to get 12v+ and ground from wiring already present in the console. If you are using factory switches, you will also need a dimmer input. That may or may not be in the overhead console--I can't find it in the wiring diagram, but the computer display sure as heck dims when you turn the lights on so I dunno.
You can either use factory switches or aftermarket OEM-style TJ/XJ switches, except the Rubicon Axle Lock switch--they are significantly wider than other switches. eBay and Amazon have several listings for aftermarket switches.
The bad news is that on-demand manufacturing is expensive. I would suggest hitting up http://retailmenot.com and looking for a current coupon code for Shapeways. The discounts can be significant. There's also a discount if you use a .edu email address.
Direct link -> http://shpws.me/OUVP
A little background, first. I am a hobbyist, like you guys. This project came about due to frustration at the $200 price tag on police package 4-switch bezels, if you could even find them. The original plan was to make a couple with a home 3D printer but it turns out the design is too complex for that. Then I got a lot of "shut up and take my money" comments, so I uploaded the designs to Shapeways and now anyone can buy one.
This panel is a drop-in replacement for the garage door opener spot in overhead consoles from 97-01 Jeep Cherokees. Might work for ZJs and pre-97 models, too, but I don't have access to either of those so I can't check. You will need to run wiring down the passenger side A-Pillar to get power from the switches to your accessories, but you should be able to get 12v+ and ground from wiring already present in the console. If you are using factory switches, you will also need a dimmer input. That may or may not be in the overhead console--I can't find it in the wiring diagram, but the computer display sure as heck dims when you turn the lights on so I dunno.
You can either use factory switches or aftermarket OEM-style TJ/XJ switches, except the Rubicon Axle Lock switch--they are significantly wider than other switches. eBay and Amazon have several listings for aftermarket switches.
The bad news is that on-demand manufacturing is expensive. I would suggest hitting up http://retailmenot.com and looking for a current coupon code for Shapeways. The discounts can be significant. There's also a discount if you use a .edu email address.
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I just installed an overhead console in my '00. I wish I needed a place for extra switches. That is cool and figure turn the useless, to me, garage door opener section into something useful.
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You're not the first one to ask that, so I've updated the post to remove the confusing sentence. The daystar one is $65 and the OEM style is $75.
Last year, Shapeways did a 25% off sale for Black Friday. They don't give me any kind of heads-up or anything so I can't say for sure, but I imagine they'll do something similar this year.
Last year, Shapeways did a 25% off sale for Black Friday. They don't give me any kind of heads-up or anything so I can't say for sure, but I imagine they'll do something similar this year.
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I got my Contura switch panel today. First thing’s first, outstanding job on the design, Wizard. The install was straight forward and fit perfectly. Contura V switches fit great. I wasn’t able get a good picture and I haven’t installed all of the switches yet. I can put some pics up later. I highly recommend the panel and again, good job wizard.
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It's like you read my mind I cut into my remote control part of my roof console and "modified" in carling switches about 2 years ago. I thought the same thing what a waste of good space that can be used for something awesome.
Honestly I'm gonna get yours ASAP cause I like the angle & that it is going to be much more solid than mine.
3D printing is awesome for this sort of stuff plus makes it affordable for the end buyer...
I wish I would have seen this earlier not sure if you sale them on ebay but I bought the 6 OEM switch panel for my 2 door & the police package one for my 4 door about a month ago.
Matt
Honestly I'm gonna get yours ASAP cause I like the angle & that it is going to be much more solid than mine.
3D printing is awesome for this sort of stuff plus makes it affordable for the end buyer...
I wish I would have seen this earlier not sure if you sale them on ebay but I bought the 6 OEM switch panel for my 2 door & the police package one for my 4 door about a month ago.
Matt
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It's like you read my mind I cut into my remote control part of my roof console and "modified" in carling switches about 2 years ago. I thought the same thing what a waste of good space that can be used for something awesome.
Honestly I'm gonna get yours ASAP cause I like the angle & that it is going to be much more solid than mine.
3D printing is awesome for this sort of stuff plus makes it affordable for the end buyer...
I wish I would have seen this earlier not sure if you sale them on ebay but I bought the 6 OEM switch panel for my 2 door & the police package one for my 4 door about a month ago.
Matt
Honestly I'm gonna get yours ASAP cause I like the angle & that it is going to be much more solid than mine.
3D printing is awesome for this sort of stuff plus makes it affordable for the end buyer...
I wish I would have seen this earlier not sure if you sale them on ebay but I bought the 6 OEM switch panel for my 2 door & the police package one for my 4 door about a month ago.
Matt
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