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Single DIN Cup Holder
So I'm thinking of swapping my aftermarket head unit (single din) from the Legacy to the SVX and thought that it might be nice to add a cup holder in the extra slot...something like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SAAB-...3A1|240%3A1318 Has anyone done it or has any thoughts to whether it would work or not? I am going to put the radio in the bottom slot and the cup holder in the top. I really hate trying to drive this thing around without an easy to use cup holder...
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Re: Single DIN Cup Holder
Great idea.
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Re: Single DIN Cup Holder
I remember seeing a thread about using that cupholder (from an early 90's Ford Taurus) a while ago, but can't remember how it went. I think it will work, but I remember seeing the comment that the radio cage is recessed too far, so you can only hold can-sized things, no XL coffees.
However, for absolute ease of use and cheapness, go to WalMart and buy a Wedgie cupholder. Stick it between the seat and the console and voila, holds whatever you need and comes out whenever you want. They cost about $5.
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Thats nice to hear those wedgie cupholders work, i didnt know if it would fit or not so thanx for the heads up : )
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The wedgie cupholders work great! the best place to buy them is Autobarn. They slip in and out very easily without any damage and can be used with either front seat. When not in use, just toss it on the floor behind the seat.
Autobarn has them in the taupe (beige) and gray, as well as the black. Check out THIS LINK The taupe is a close match for our beige interiors and the gray is a great match too. They run $7.99 plus shipping. .
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That looks like it would work great if you like spilling coffee into your stereo!
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I agree... not practical for the SVX since the dash is curved and not straight
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the one from wal-mart works great
Keith |
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the Wedgie didn't work too well for me - take a sharp turn and coffee everywhere. it wasn't deep enough to get a good grap on a cup or contain a spill. it might be ok if you drive like a little old lady on Prozac, however. i tried a bunch and don't even remember which one worked best for me. i think it was this one that i liked, mounted like this: here is a link to an auction with one that even has a fake burlwood look ...... if you like the look of the plastic wood: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Unive...Q5fAccessories
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Key: Cupholder reliably holds a liter bottle.
So far, I've come across those pathetic, throwaway quality jobbies at Advanced Auto and such to fit that bill. They work great, and at 50 cents each (a quarter on a shelf clearance a while ago) if one gets snagged, bent, snapped, squashed, or otherwise mangled or destroyed (or stolen? times are tough!), who cares?
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I use this:
I just hang it from my ash tray and there are a ton of places to use it.. Works great for me! You can order it from Wal-Mart or from here: Click here for cup holder! Right, as for the center console cup holder it's OEM so yes, other people have them. I really don't like them though due to the fact that your console has to be empy in order to use it. Also, where would you rest your arm?
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Last edited by Freeman; 01-23-2009 at 08:26 AM. |
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Re: Single DIN Cup Holder
Exactly, so you can't really use that one when driving...I don't think I've ever used it...
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Re: Single DIN Cup Holder
[QUOTE=Freeman;583624]I use this:
I just hang it from my ash tray and there are a ton of places to use it.. Works great for me! Nice, freeguy! So... where is the "cup holder" ? Keith |
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It's there.. holding all the random objects, rather than a cup. I'm not sure why they chose that for the sale image but it does work really well, for bottles and for coffee.. Just make sure it's secure and don't bump it with your knee.. Also, don't let your passenger do the same, lol.
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Re: Single DIN Cup Holder
Any food or drinks are prohibited inside my car.
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