Ash tray / Cup holder - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**TBONE1964** · 08-21-2014, 09:31 PM

As I am getting prepared to take the 72 on a journey from Michigan to Oregon, it occurred to me that I do not have any cup holder.

Since I work at Meritor for the day job, I drew up a sketch and had the machinist widdle out this piece of billet aluminum on the Haas CNC mill.

It attaches to the front of the ash tray with two 10-32 machine screws. I did have to modify the ash tray a little and drill some holes but I figure the mod was easy to change back to original if I ever decide too.

I have already thought of some improvements that will make it more user friendly but for now, it will serve its purpose just fine.

BLT gmc · 08-21-2014, 09:46 PM

Very nice work. I like the design. What improvements have you thought about? Would this work with a manual trans? Safe travel for you, Bruce

**70shortfleet** · 08-21-2014, 09:46 PM

Looks like a new product line to me

sierragrande71 · 08-21-2014, 09:46 PM

Very nice!

**LockDoc** · 08-21-2014, 09:47 PM

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Good job Tom!!

LockDoc

**TBONE1964** · 08-21-2014, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by BLT gmc

Very nice work. I like the design. What improvements have you thought about? Would this work with a manual trans? Safe travel for you, Bruce

It as is will not hold a bottle of water. I was thinking of making a small braket that would hang down with a 90 degree bend that would stop the bottle from fallen though. This design was meant to hold a tapered cup like shown in the photo. Not sure if the throw of a shifter would hit it or not.

Thank you for the kind words,
Tom

**TBONE1964** · 08-21-2014, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 70shortfleet

Looks like a new product line to me

Les, I have the program for the Haas CNC which means that anyone who has a Haas CNC mill could use my program and make these up.

I like the way you think

Spartan · 08-22-2014, 12:56 PM

That's the same thing I did!
Only I cut mine on the amada laser out of stainless.
Mine actually slides in like the ash tray so removeal of the ash try is necessary.

Very nice.

**TBONE1964** · 08-22-2014, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Spartan

That's the same thing I did!
Only I cut mine on the amada laser out of stainless.
Mine actually slides in like the ash tray so removeal of the ash try is necessary.

Very nice.

Thank you. I am sure there are 186,000 ways to accomplish it and they are all unique. I just wanted something that would hold a cup instead of my right hand

Got any photos of your set up? Where is Backwoods Oregon?
Love to see them

Take care,
Tom

sboris · 08-22-2014, 01:39 PM

Thats pretty cool. Ash trays are a dime a doz, a guy could swap back and forth with a factory one for shows or short drives and such. Keep one or the other in the glove box. Just thinking out loud for my own needs. Good idea..

yfs200p · 08-22-2014, 04:16 PM

I would be more worried about not having a radio for that trip!

All kidding aside, that is a really nice cup holder and I would definitely buy one if it had the 90* stopper so you could put a bottle or can in there.

**TBONE1964** · 08-22-2014, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by yfs200p

I would be more worried about not having a radio for that trip!

All kidding aside, that is a really nice cup holder and I would definitely buy one if it had the 90* stopper so you could put a bottle or can in there.

Thank you all for the kind comments. I am working on getting more made soon. The 90* stopper will be something that I will make available and even want it on mine. It will be removable in case it is not needed.

I will try and get a measurement soon for the 4 speed guys to see if there would be shifter throw interference.

Oh and we will have something that makes noise or music on the trip. Not sure what yet

Have a good weekend all,
Tom

tommys72 · 08-22-2014, 09:05 PM

Nice Tom!

nobolt · 08-23-2014, 05:14 AM

very nice Tom!

.....but when you leave Michigan, the roads are smooth enough that you can flip the glove box open and use the original cup holders....

Happy Trails!

**TBONE1964** · 08-23-2014, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by tommys72

Nice Tom!

Thank you Tom.

**TBONE1964** · 08-23-2014, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by nobolt

very nice Tom!

.....but when you leave Michigan, the roads are smooth enough that you can flip the glove box open and use the original cup holders....

Happy Trails!

Thank you Dave,

Yes it is going to be nice to get away from the salt infected Michigan roads. I know I have longer than normal arms like a orangutan but not that long

. That would be a stretch over there.

I am looking forward to the adventure out West.

Take care,
Tom

08-21-2014, 09:31 PM	#1
TBONE1964 Cluster King Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Junction City, OR Posts: 5,263	Ash tray / Cup holder As I am getting prepared to take the 72 on a journey from Michigan to Oregon, it occurred to me that I do not have any cup holder. Since I work at Meritor for the day job, I drew up a sketch and had the machinist widdle out this piece of billet aluminum on the Haas CNC mill. It attaches to the front of the ash tray with two 10-32 machine screws. I did have to modify the ash tray a little and drill some holes but I figure the mod was easy to change back to original if I ever decide too. I have already thought of some improvements that will make it more user friendly but for now, it will serve its purpose just fine. Attached Images __________________ Contact me on all of your gauge cluster needs. I specialize in restoration, repair and parts sales for 67-72 Chevy and GMC trucks. email me at tbonegarris@yahoo.com I am also a dealer for Counterpart for gauge cluster parts only. Also see my facebook page, CG&C

08-21-2014, 09:46 PM	#2
BLT gmc Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: West Iowa Posts: 1,106	Re: Ash tray / Cup holder Very nice work. I like the design. What improvements have you thought about? Would this work with a manual trans? Safe travel for you, Bruce

08-21-2014, 09:46 PM	#3
70shortfleet Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: St.Peters, MO Posts: 2,228	Re: Ash tray / Cup holder Looks like a new product line to me

08-21-2014, 09:46 PM	#4
sierragrande71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Orland, CA Posts: 721	Re: Ash tray / Cup holder Very nice!

08-21-2014, 09:47 PM	#5
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,638	Re: Ash tray / Cup holder - Good job Tom!! LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

08-22-2014, 12:56 PM	#8
Spartan Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Backwoods, OR Posts: 888	Re: Ash tray / Cup holder That's the same thing I did! Only I cut mine on the amada laser out of stainless. Mine actually slides in like the ash tray so removeal of the ash try is necessary. Very nice. __________________ '69 K20 350/4 speed/Rockwell/D44/HO52. "orange rhymes with door hinge"

08-22-2014, 01:39 PM	#10
sboris Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Osceola, Ia Posts: 2,017	Re: Ash tray / Cup holder Thats pretty cool. Ash trays are a dime a doz, a guy could swap back and forth with a factory one for shows or short drives and such. Keep one or the other in the glove box. Just thinking out loud for my own needs. Good idea.. __________________ Shawn 68 chevy K/20 05 chevy 3/4 4x4 71 short step-sold 71 chevy Beauville van My build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=633039

08-22-2014, 04:16 PM	#11
yfs200p E.H.F.D Engine #2 Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: East Hampton, NY Long Island Posts: 916	Re: Ash tray / Cup holder I would be more worried about not having a radio for that trip! All kidding aside, that is a really nice cup holder and I would definitely buy one if it had the 90* stopper so you could put a bottle or can in there. __________________ -NICK '72 K10 SWB Fleetside. Avocado Highlander 350-4speed-NP205 Frame Off Re-Creation '89 GMC V3500 C/C Flatbed Plow Truck 454/SM465/Np205 '15 Chevy 2500HD CCSB High Country Duramax '22 Tahoe Premier Duramax

08-22-2014, 09:05 PM	#13
tommys72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: springfield mo Posts: 3,075	Re: Ash tray / Cup holder Nice Tom! __________________ United States Marine Corps 2000-2011 Iraq and Afghanistan veteran Just living life now and enjoying it and my wife, daughter and son

08-23-2014, 05:14 AM	#14
nobolt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Algonac, MI 48001 Posts: 1,848	Re: Ash tray / Cup holder very nice Tom! .....but when you leave Michigan, the roads are smooth enough that you can flip the glove box open and use the original cup holders.... Happy Trails! __________________ Dave "... government even in its best state is but a necessary evil. Thomas Paine "It wasn't a lie, it was ineptitude with insufficient cover." Donald Draper (Mad Men)

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