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kelsfine69 · 09-24-2005, 05:36 PM

I am installing a deck in my glovebox and returnig the am radio to the dash for a cleaner look. Thank God the PO did not cut the dash. Here are some pics.

kelsfine69 · 09-24-2005, 05:45 PM

I measured, then measured again, made a few templates from cardbord, took some measurments from the old box. I then made a prototype out of cheap tin and seen how that fit. Made small improvements then made a box from 1/16" flat aluminum. Test fit the box( have to install in 2 pieces to fit thru the hole). I them marked the hole for the radio and cut out.

kelsfine69 · 09-24-2005, 05:48 PM

Masked off the cage for the radio, then gave a light sanding. I went to Wal-mart and picked up a can of Granet spray paint( Black with Green specs)

Alan Potter · 09-25-2005, 08:38 AM

Wow, that's slick!! If you market it let me know!

70GMCer · 09-25-2005, 08:51 AM

Was that a standard "Single Din Mount" you are using for the deck? Was wondering where you can buy the deck mounting and hardware.....that's a slick looking setup...

corn · 09-25-2005, 11:05 AM

That is soooooo clean. I cant wait for the finished pics & where they will be for sale at...Again, NICE!

70c10 · 09-25-2005, 11:35 AM

kelsfine69- Nice work!. Here are the pics I found of my old setup. Mine was crude compared to yours but I used it for 2 years with no problems. My truck had the AC liner in it when I bought it so I used that design to my advantage. Yours will be much stronger since it's metal. Here is a pic of my tin cage I made and "L" brakets riveted to the cardboard and the ABS that hides them.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 09-25-2005, 11:22 AM

Very nice and looks pretty easy to make also..... I may just mount the radio in the glove box and not cut my dash...

55chevy · 09-25-2005, 11:39 AM

Looks like a new product idea for the vendors, should it be metal, plastic or fiberglass?

kelsfine69 · 09-25-2005, 12:28 PM

Paint is good and dry, and as I said before it has to go in, in 2 pieces

muddpile · 09-25-2005, 12:45 PM

Looks great man! Keeps the radio in decent arms reach and still maintains the stock look.

kelsfine69 · 09-25-2005, 12:48 PM

Slide the tunes in, install the trim, and the rest is wiring. There is enough room for the stereo not to hit the inside of the glovebox. I bought a deck with a remote but its hard to find a deck that works with a "frequency" not inferred like all new deck nowadays. They can remote some inferred "EYES" on some decks I've been told. So the glovebox has to be open to operate with the remote. Not a big deal just put in a good disk. Also my truck does not have A/C so I dont know if there wold be any clearance issues with a truck that does. Any feedback is greatly appreciated

I dont know if this could/should be moved to the FAQ

kevncar · 09-25-2005, 01:03 PM

Here's a link to a chevelle site that has some pretty good info about how to wire up a "infared eye" so you can close your glove box door and still use the remote.
http://www.chevelles.com/techref/ftecref26.html

86swb · 09-25-2005, 01:06 PM

That is really a net idea. What would you charge to make up some templates? I have the stock am/fm in mine and would like to have a nice radio with disk in my glove box. Looks good. I also do not have air. How did you get the door to look like a mirror?
Also, what would you charge to build one in two parts (as in third picture) with radio hole but unfished. In American dollars.

kelsfine69 · 09-25-2005, 01:27 PM

Maybe if I get enough feedback I might think about manufacturing them,

but right now its in the proto-type stage, I dont want to start promoting this product on this forum, because I like it here

. I dont know what range this product should sell for?? any suggestions. Material alone is about $20 + time, and you would cut the hole location/ U Paint.

Oh... and I had the glovebox chromed, went to a wrecker and found a clean straight one, that way I could keep my original one intact

cheyenne10 · 09-25-2005, 01:37 PM

Would something like that work with AC truck?

86swb · 09-25-2005, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kelsfine69

Maybe if I get enough feedback I might think about manufacturing them,

but right now its in the proto-type stage, I dont want to start promoting this product on this forum, because I like it here

. I dont know what range this product should sell for?? any suggestions. Material alone is about $20 + time, and you would cut the hole location/ U Paint.Oh... and I had the glovebox chromed, went to a wrecker and found a clean straight one, that way I could keep my original one intact

I believe it is OK to sell to board members. A lot of guys do. You are not running a business but just making these up for board members and believe there are a lot of board members here. Even on the '73-'87 might be interested. The $20.00, is that American? No way could we tell you what you need to charge us. You would just have to figure your material and time + shipping. Shipping would depend on where you live unless you had a flat rate. Again, this is not your business for an income but doing us a favor by building these and selling to us. I really do not think you would have a problem doing this for members of the board only. Does anyone else think any different?

CG · 09-25-2005, 01:50 PM

arent the ac hoses, lines, ducts, whatever they are called behind that bump out?

btw it looks really nice...good job

69 Short Fleet · 09-25-2005, 04:08 PM

Great looking install! How did you get such clean lines on your bends with the metal? Did you use a small brake? I've designed (on graph paper) a design for my glovebox install a few years ago, I hope to start working on it pretty soon. Doug

kelsfine69 · 09-25-2005, 10:57 PM

Yes I used a metal brake. I have one at the shop. I think a a/c truck would have to be reversed, but then there is not much glovebox area

cornutz · 09-25-2005, 11:02 PM

I would take one... I dont have access to any type of brakes so I would really appreciate one of these cool mods!!! Put me in line if you decide to make them for board members! I like the idea and your design A LOT!!!

NutZ

**53burb** · 09-26-2005, 02:01 AM

I would be interested as well. It definately looks nice!!!!

camaro__thunder · 09-26-2005, 02:57 AM

I will/would take one also !

tomatocity · 09-30-2005, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kelsfine69

Yes I used a metal brake. I have one at the shop. I think a a/c truck would have to be reversed, but then there is not much glovebox area

Excellent craftmanship. I am interested in one for an A/C truck. Is there anyone in your area that has an A/C truck that you can design one for? Now that you said there would be not much golvebox area for an A/C truck, here is another idea, 'underseat storage' or a 'console with a storage area'. I am up for any of these since I don't necessarily use the center of the bench seat for a third person.

You can add me to your list of members that want the hidden stereo glovebox conversion.

86swb · 09-26-2005, 07:55 AM

See, there you go. You can help us out and make a few $$ doing it. As I said "It is OK to help board members out and build these for them" They just do not want a business to join our board and start using this board to sell their products. But remember, I think I am first in line.

09-24-2005, 05:36 PM	#1
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	Glovebox Radio I am installing a deck in my glovebox and returnig the am radio to the dash for a cleaner look. Thank God the PO did not cut the dash. Here are some pics. Attached Images __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home...

09-24-2005, 05:45 PM	#2
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	I measured, then measured again, made a few templates from cardbord, took some measurments from the old box. I then made a prototype out of cheap tin and seen how that fit. Made small improvements then made a box from 1/16" flat aluminum. Test fit the box( have to install in 2 pieces to fit thru the hole). I them marked the hole for the radio and cut out. Attached Images __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home...

09-24-2005, 05:48 PM	#3
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	Masked off the cage for the radio, then gave a light sanding. I went to Wal-mart and picked up a can of Granet spray paint( Black with Green specs) Attached Images __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home...

09-25-2005, 08:38 AM	#4
Alan Potter Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Northwest Ohio Posts: 162	Wow, that's slick!! If you market it let me know! __________________ '12 Silverado Crew Cab 4x4 '05 Silverado SWB '67 Chevrolet CST 2wd '49 Willys Jeepster

09-25-2005, 08:51 AM	#5
70GMCer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Joppa, Maryland Posts: 4,408	Was that a standard "Single Din Mount" you are using for the deck? Was wondering where you can buy the deck mounting and hardware.....that's a slick looking setup... __________________ 1997 GMC Sierra Ext 1965 Mustang

09-25-2005, 11:05 AM	#6
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	That is soooooo clean. I cant wait for the finished pics & where they will be for sale at...Again, NICE!

09-25-2005, 11:35 AM	#7
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	kelsfine69- Nice work!. Here are the pics I found of my old setup. Mine was crude compared to yours but I used it for 2 years with no problems. My truck had the AC liner in it when I bought it so I used that design to my advantage. Yours will be much stronger since it's metal. Here is a pic of my tin cage I made and "L" brakets riveted to the cardboard and the ABS that hides them. Attached Images __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads Last edited by 70c10; 09-25-2005 at 11:36 AM.

09-25-2005, 11:22 AM	#8
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Very nice and looks pretty easy to make also..... I may just mount the radio in the glove box and not cut my dash... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

09-25-2005, 11:39 AM	#9
55chevy Car Truck Bike Nut Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Suffolk Virginia Posts: 850	Looks like a new product idea for the vendors, should it be metal, plastic or fiberglass?

09-25-2005, 12:28 PM	#10
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	Paint is good and dry, and as I said before it has to go in, in 2 pieces Attached Images __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home...

09-25-2005, 12:45 PM	#11
muddpile Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,371	Looks great man! Keeps the radio in decent arms reach and still maintains the stock look. __________________ 1964 Chevy Short Fleet: Tornado 1972 Chevy C10: Fast Orange Secondaries Wide Open

09-25-2005, 12:48 PM	#12
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	Slide the tunes in, install the trim, and the rest is wiring. There is enough room for the stereo not to hit the inside of the glovebox. I bought a deck with a remote but its hard to find a deck that works with a "frequency" not inferred like all new deck nowadays. They can remote some inferred "EYES" on some decks I've been told. So the glovebox has to be open to operate with the remote. Not a big deal just put in a good disk. Also my truck does not have A/C so I dont know if there wold be any clearance issues with a truck that does. Any feedback is greatly appreciated I dont know if this could/should be moved to the FAQ Attached Images __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home...

09-25-2005, 01:03 PM	#13
kevncar Active Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Atwater, CA Posts: 259	Here's a link to a chevelle site that has some pretty good info about how to wire up a "infared eye" so you can close your glove box door and still use the remote. http://www.chevelles.com/techref/ftecref26.html __________________ Kevin 72 Chevelle 67 C10...454/TH400 Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=193961

09-25-2005, 01:06 PM	#14
86swb Born a Chevy Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 10,221	That is really a net idea. What would you charge to make up some templates? I have the stock am/fm in mine and would like to have a nice radio with disk in my glove box. Looks good. I also do not have air. How did you get the door to look like a mirror? Also, what would you charge to build one in two parts (as in third picture) with radio hole but unfished. In American dollars. __________________ John or 86 (Viet Nam combat Vet-BIG RED ONE) '65-'66 1986 Chevy SWB Silverado 1984 Chevy Longbed Silverado New Kia Sportage (Wife's car and she loves it) CHEVY, American made w/pride! If you can read this, YOU NEED TO THANK A TEACHER! If you can read this in ENGLISH, PLEASE THANK A SOLDIER! GOD BLESS AMERICA AND BLESS OUR FIGHTING TROOPS Last edited by 86swb; 09-25-2005 at 01:17 PM.

09-25-2005, 01:27 PM	#15
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	Maybe if I get enough feedback I might think about manufacturing them, but right now its in the proto-type stage, I dont want to start promoting this product on this forum, because I like it here . I dont know what range this product should sell for?? any suggestions. Material alone is about $20 + time, and you would cut the hole location/ U Paint. Oh... and I had the glovebox chromed, went to a wrecker and found a clean straight one, that way I could keep my original one intact __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home... Last edited by kelsfine69; 09-25-2005 at 01:30 PM.



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09-25-2005, 01:37 PM	#16
cheyenne10 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Oregon Posts: 2,512	with AC Would something like that work with AC truck? __________________ Bob

09-25-2005, 01:50 PM	#18
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,992	arent the ac hoses, lines, ducts, whatever they are called behind that bump out? btw it looks really nice...good job Last edited by CG; 09-25-2005 at 01:50 PM.

09-25-2005, 04:08 PM	#19
69 Short Fleet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 1,086	Great looking install! How did you get such clean lines on your bends with the metal? Did you use a small brake? I've designed (on graph paper) a design for my glovebox install a few years ago, I hope to start working on it pretty soon. Doug

09-25-2005, 10:57 PM	#20
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	Yes I used a metal brake. I have one at the shop. I think a a/c truck would have to be reversed, but then there is not much glovebox area __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home...

09-25-2005, 11:02 PM	#21
cornutz All Praise RANDY!! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Central California Posts: 391	I would take one... I dont have access to any type of brakes so I would really appreciate one of these cool mods!!! Put me in line if you decide to make them for board members! I like the idea and your design A LOT!!! NutZ

09-26-2005, 02:01 AM	#22
53burb Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Queen Creek, AZ Posts: 1,007	I would be interested as well. It definately looks nice!!!!

09-26-2005, 02:57 AM	#23
camaro__thunder Epoxy Primer Friendly Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: South of Houston TEXXXAS Posts: 680	I will/would take one also ! __________________ My Project 69 SWB SHAVED BAGGED DOORED

09-26-2005, 07:55 AM	#25
86swb Born a Chevy Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 10,221	See, there you go. You can help us out and make a few $$ doing it. As I said "It is OK to help board members out and build these for them" They just do not want a business to join our board and start using this board to sell their products. But remember, I think I am first in line. __________________ John or 86 (Viet Nam combat Vet-BIG RED ONE) '65-'66 1986 Chevy SWB Silverado 1984 Chevy Longbed Silverado New Kia Sportage (Wife's car and she loves it) CHEVY, American made w/pride! If you can read this, YOU NEED TO THANK A TEACHER! If you can read this in ENGLISH, PLEASE THANK A SOLDIER! GOD BLESS AMERICA AND BLESS OUR FIGHTING TROOPS

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