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RL1 said:My second patrol car, 06 CVPI
Looks like the console from a Euharlee PD unit. Probably isn't, but it looks like one.
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Looks like the console from a Euharlee PD unit. Probably isn't, but it looks like one.
Pictures of the equipment installed in my car, no specific console. The remote is the Feniex R5 remote control for my lights, control box pictured mounted in trunk. Uniden Bct8 mounted in center console.
AZEMT
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paladin said:
Agreed. I started out with the program a few years ago as an EMT and it has been awesome. I am not armed, but working my way up there, and I don't have my own vehicle like this one, but again, I'm working on it. So I ride in one of our posse-owned vehicles, which is fully marked, government plated, and maintained solely by the posse members, at zero cost to the county. I wasn't entirely sure how it would go for me at first (what with the Sheriff being a very politically divisive figure in the county), but there are all kinds of people doing all kinds of things that are just plain fun to do. No arrest powers for possemen, but you can ride as a second man in a sworn unit, assist with prisoner transport, traffic control,DUI enforcement, EMS in rural areas/special events (like me), SAR, high angle rescue, all kinds of stuff.
You can have your vehicle signed off by the SO to install red and blues for use while on duty, but doing so requires an annual inspection of the vehicle, and you are prohibited from using them off duty or for any purpose not specifically directed by a sworn deputy sheriff (i.e. you can't run code just because you feel like it). Oh, and paladin's truck isn't just for show. He puts in a boatload of hours for the office.
AZEMT
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Ben E. said:My other former patrol car, 12 Silverado
Really like this truck. There's just something about the crew cab pickup that lends itself to LE awesomeness.
timlinson
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AZEMT said:
I have put a lot of thought into moving down to Az. after I get my paramedic and working with the possee. We've got a house in Scottsdale and I'm sure I could find, if I needed to.
All in all great program, great people. I read the posse was placed on school grounds after Newtown.
not done yet. plan on putting a havis map light with 2 cigarette plugs on the right side. along with a bed lining type paint for it.
ast123
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Well I will post some pics of my custom console. It is nearing completion. All I need to find now is a bracket for my m1225 and my bct796 and cup holders of course. Made out of 5/8 fiberboard all seams and screws where filled with wood putty. It will be coated with a dark gray texture spray. Enjoy.
Eric1249
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I finally got my console for my Explorer. I am still waiting for a couple of the face plates to get here. They are being drop shipped right from Jotto. It has been over a week already lol. Once it get it all in I will get a pic on here
Eric1249
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Jotto Desk console in my 2004 Explorer. I painted to match the radio bezel. It just has a mount for my siren, cup holder and storage tray
Eric1249
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dwk270 said:
Radio for FD or a Stereo? We don't get radios for the FD. The stereo was cut off in the pic
TritonBoulder47
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http://elightbars.org/forums/f21/dodge-dakota-console-46416/
Attched is a link to the other ad i have listed but i am looking for a consule or where i could make one or how easy is it to make your own. I am looking to get one or make one for a 1997 Dodge Dakota. Please let me knoe if you can help me out at all I apperciate it.
Andrew
Attched is a link to the other ad i have listed but i am looking for a consule or where i could make one or how easy is it to make your own. I am looking to get one or make one for a 1997 Dodge Dakota. Please let me knoe if you can help me out at all I apperciate it.
Andrew
man it is alot easier than you may think. especially with the truck you have. but if you really want to buy one, havis makes some pretty nice universal consoles. but they are always too square and your truck has alot of rounded edges.
i made one and it came out pretty nice. its not done yet but its getting there. mine has a frame made of 1 1/2" wood covered in half inch plywood. covered in a flat black rubberized coating. i suggest painting it either with a bedliner type spray or carpet but heres mine.
i made one and it came out pretty nice. its not done yet but its getting there. mine has a frame made of 1 1/2" wood covered in half inch plywood. covered in a flat black rubberized coating. i suggest painting it either with a bedliner type spray or carpet but heres mine.
Thanks I guess I didnt really think of making one from scratch i will have to keep that in mind but that looks pretty good. Thanks for the input
Mattdecker
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What kind of console would I need for a 99 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo? It can be home made, Havis, or another brand. The only bad thing about my Jeep is the gear shift and the shifter for the 4 wheel drive is in the middle between the 2 seats connected with the console and cup holders. Just looking for something that I could put a siren and control box or something in. If I have time after work I can post a pic. Any thoughts?
Same console type just different Jeep.
Same console type just different Jeep.
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Welcome to the world of installing things in Heeps. I've never seen a custom console for one, especially of that age... and with the floor shifters, you're pretty much hosed. You'll either need to build something yourself or adapt something.
pdk9
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You're definitely not going to be able to find anything for al jeep, let along an older model. As far as I know, havis & jotto only make mounts for ford, Chevy, & dodge.
With your POV there are 2 options IMO:
1) custom piece of ABS plastic over the cup holders & use a flat control/siren (cencom, smart siren, etc). Of course, you lose out on the cup holders, so that isn't my recommendation
2) mount everything in the center console. You have more freedom in the type of siren & control head (ie you could use less expensive, traditional siren boxes like a used PA300 or 295HFS). I'd go with this option.
With your POV there are 2 options IMO:
1) custom piece of ABS plastic over the cup holders & use a flat control/siren (cencom, smart siren, etc). Of course, you lose out on the cup holders, so that isn't my recommendation
2) mount everything in the center console. You have more freedom in the type of siren & control head (ie you could use less expensive, traditional siren boxes like a used PA300 or 295HFS). I'd go with this option.
Steve0625
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You've got more working space there that you think you do. Here is a better pic of the interior:
I've marked two areas. The orange box should work for your siren as long as it's not very tall so that your passenger still has adequate leg room and the glove box can still be opened.
The white circle encompasses the dashboard area below the climate controls and the "stuff tray". That tray just forward of the gear shift is removable and might give you enough working space for a compact switch box. The area of the dash just below the climate controls may offer a good opportunity. Depending on what is mounted there, you could fab up a panel out of ABS that would fill the entire area. Then remove what's there and move the 12vdc outlet to your new panel. You could even just mount switches to the new panel and not bother with a switch box.
I had a '02 WJ with the identical interior. I was inactive in EMS at the time, but I sure did look at that dashboard and center console with an eye to installing stuff.
I've marked two areas. The orange box should work for your siren as long as it's not very tall so that your passenger still has adequate leg room and the glove box can still be opened.
The white circle encompasses the dashboard area below the climate controls and the "stuff tray". That tray just forward of the gear shift is removable and might give you enough working space for a compact switch box. The area of the dash just below the climate controls may offer a good opportunity. Depending on what is mounted there, you could fab up a panel out of ABS that would fill the entire area. Then remove what's there and move the 12vdc outlet to your new panel. You could even just mount switches to the new panel and not bother with a switch box.
I had a '02 WJ with the identical interior. I was inactive in EMS at the time, but I sure did look at that dashboard and center console with an eye to installing stuff.
I have a buddy who works in a plastic mfg plant, he made me a custom insert for a smart siren control head when I did a buddy of mines jeep, the cup holder should pop out of the counsel. And we made the holder to fit in that slot, only down side is you lose your cup holders. Option 2 is to pull the center counsel base out, and get a nice piece of plexu glass or black plastic and make a custom plate to mount the sirens and stuff to and put them in you counsel. Plus side to that is they are hidden when not in use, negative you lose your counsel. Just a few ideas for you.
Mattdecker
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Thanks everyone. I appreciate the input. I thought about taking the cup holders out and using 3M double sided tape to mount a smart siren and put the amp in the console or under the seat. Opinions on that idea?
The only thing I am wondering about is, would I be able to control a whelen edge from a smart siren? Forgive me cause I don't have much experience with them.
Thanks.
The only thing I am wondering about is, would I be able to control a whelen edge from a smart siren? Forgive me cause I don't have much experience with them.
Thanks.
RBRONKEMA GHTFD
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If you don't use your cup holder much (typically unlikely) you could remove the cup holder and install both in that one spot. Maybe do a undercover siren and a simple switch box, Like 4 switches or something? Or you could looking into the whelen PCC8R. A lot of guys that have jeeps have used that switch box for lighting and their sirens. Its basically a all in one. But you will need a undercover siren to make it a all in one.
Heres mine installed finally.
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So...I am dealing with an SUV that is not exactly used in emergency services a lot...a Chevy Equinox. I am looking for a console to be put in it. I do not know of any that are pre made, but if their are, then please let me know. I am looking at this switch panel, a radio, 4 cig plugs, and a small arm rest.
(These are not pictures of my specific car, but they are of the same year and show the same console)
You can almost see the e brake in the below picture. It is on the base of the drivers seat.
(These are not pictures of my specific car, but they are of the same year and show the same console)
You can almost see the e brake in the below picture. It is on the base of the drivers seat.
Hey I am looking at making a custom wood console for my truck becaus eim just not sure a metal on will fit the greatest and this will prolly be better on my wallet. I was Wondering if anyone would have some advice, tips, or tricks that would be helpful in making the console. I would love to hear your imput to help make a better console. please let me know I apperciate the imput.
Its for a 1997 Dodge Dakota and im looking to put something infront of the seat (like infornt of the cup holders) in the center on the raised part of the floor in the center. there is that fold down center seat that folds down to an arm rest that I am going to keep but the cup holders slide out fron that that i would like to keep if i can.
Andrew
Its for a 1997 Dodge Dakota and im looking to put something infront of the seat (like infornt of the cup holders) in the center on the raised part of the floor in the center. there is that fold down center seat that folds down to an arm rest that I am going to keep but the cup holders slide out fron that that i would like to keep if i can.
Andrew
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Might be a good idea to say what vehicle, and what you are looking to mount also are you wanting a small console or full length so we can give you ideas on building it to fit.
Jarred J.
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it'd also be a good idea to uise the search function because this has been discussed abotu a bajillion times....
I added the kind of vehicle I had forgot about that part thanks for the reminder.
And I did use the search box but I didnt really come across one that had any tips or anything but it is possible I looked over it by chance
And I did use the search box but I didnt really come across one that had any tips or anything but it is possible I looked over it by chance
Steve0625
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Two things that can really help if you are determined to build a custom console for yourself...
First, look through every thread you can find on here that has console pics. There's a wealth of information to be had just for the looking. And you will find more than a few custom made consoles to look over as well.
Second, make cardboard mock-ups and really sort out the size and shape of what you want before you ever start cutting wood. You may have to make up a half dozen or more before you are truly happy with your design.
Personal observation: If I was tackling something like, I'd base the width of the console on the width of the standard console plates from Jotto, Havis, or Troy (pick one.) That way, you can pick up the right plates for your equipment and just drop them in.
First, look through every thread you can find on here that has console pics. There's a wealth of information to be had just for the looking. And you will find more than a few custom made consoles to look over as well.
Second, make cardboard mock-ups and really sort out the size and shape of what you want before you ever start cutting wood. You may have to make up a half dozen or more before you are truly happy with your design.
Personal observation: If I was tackling something like, I'd base the width of the console on the width of the standard console plates from Jotto, Havis, or Troy (pick one.) That way, you can pick up the right plates for your equipment and just drop them in.