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Martin64 · 08-14-2009, 03:28 PM

I went to MCRD San Diego this morning to watch my brother's nephew graduate and had a heck of a time enjoying my morning coffee on the drive there because I don't have a cup holder (yet). I have an idea or 3, but I'd like to see how some of you folks cured the "I don't have enough hands to drive and drink coffee" problem.

**slepysal** · 08-14-2009, 03:33 PM

MCRD!!! wow thanks for the flash back

Revoh · 08-15-2009, 12:40 PM

I've got a big, heavy wooden box that was made for the floor. It's kind of not exactly, you know, beautiful, but it is actually pretty handy.

bird7263 · 08-15-2009, 12:46 PM

MCRD, wow I have not set foot there since I graduated back in 1996.. Boy do I have some memories from that place.. I need to figure out a cup holder too. I just dont want something cheezy or something 80's.

Martin64 · 08-15-2009, 01:18 PM

My memories of MCRD are very good. I just go there for vehicle decals (DOD) and I.D cards.....I just retired from the Air Force (after 1/2 a career in the Army and the last 1/2 AF....20 1/2 years total). My dad was a D.I. at MCRD in the late 40's/early 50's sometime (retired in '68) and my oldest brother was a Marine (ETS'd around '81 with 7 1/2 years). I have very few memories of living on Camp Pendleton. I don't have any "flash-backs" entering either base.

rookierodbuilder · 08-15-2009, 01:47 PM

I like these that HRM put in one of their project trucks. I don't see this being practical unless you have a high performance, street/strip cruiser.

http://image.hotrod.com/f/16317752/h...ject_build.jpg

fixie · 08-15-2009, 02:19 PM

You could get one of those plastic floor model console from the store and then you could take it out for show.
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markeb01 · 08-15-2009, 06:53 PM

That's what I use, one of those plastic bench seat carriers with the adjustable cup brackets. I'm running bucket seats and it just sits on the floor between the seats. I don't have any good pictures of it since I generally take it out if I'm taking pics or going somewhere it will be seen.

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It's very handy though. I also have plenty of ugly memories of MCRD having gone through in 1966. Glad to see I'm not the only jarhead in the mix.

BMSJaX · 08-16-2009, 12:59 AM

Made mine outta some scap sheet metal. Just dont slam the door too hard! haha

TheDark1 · 08-16-2009, 09:51 AM

I was going to use some of these. I put some of thier anodized stuff in my bass boat (gauge rings, grab handles and cup holders) and it looks great. Lots of colors and very nice. Check out Rex Marine and Livorsi Marine. They have all kinds of cool stuff.
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coolair · 08-16-2009, 10:31 AM

I made small console around my shifter and installed a cup holder from a 90-97 Miata - works great!

1964C10 · 08-16-2009, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

That's what I use, one of those plastic bench seat carriers with the adjustable cup brackets. I'm running bucket seats and it just sits on the floor between the seats. I don't have any good pictures of it since I generally take it out if I'm taking pics or going somewhere it will be seen.

It's very handy though. I also have plenty of ugly memories of MCRD having gone through in 1966. Glad to see I'm not the only jarhead in the mix.

I dig that steering wheel, is that a vette wheel? it looks smaller.

markeb01 · 08-16-2009, 05:53 PM

No, it's a Covico wheel. They were all the rage in the early 60's. I think they started out as boat wheels, and caught on with street rods. "Everybody" had one when I was in high school. They are similar to Grant steering wheels, except the spokes are in a "Y" configuration (equally spaced around the rim), where the Grant wheel is more of a "T" shape, and when spinning it around you can tell by the wheel which way is straight ahead. The Grant has a deeper dish (more like 4 inches).

Since these were inexpensive when new, it's almost impossible to find a good one now since the chrome didn't hold up well. The one in the pic above is the most popular size, 14.5" with the standard dish. The other one I have really looks like an early Corvette - it's 15.5 with a flat dish:
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If you look in just about any 1962 or so Car Craft magazine, you'll find ads for Covico wheels.

daverod · 08-16-2009, 08:26 PM

I was kinda hopeing to see one that was built into the dash? I've seen some plactic ones like that but I want a metal one.

Martin64 · 08-16-2009, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by daverod

I was kinda hopeing to see one that was built into the dash? I've seen some plactic ones like that but I want a metal one.

I'm thinkin', I'm thinkin'.....

1964C10 · 08-16-2009, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

No, it's a Covico wheel. They were all the rage in the early 60's. I think they started out as boat wheels, and caught on with street rods. "Everybody" had one when I was in high school. They are similar to Grant steering wheels, except the spokes are in a "Y" configuration (equally spaced around the rim), where the Grant wheel is more of a "T" shape, and when spinning it around you can tell by the wheel which way is straight ahead. The Grant has a deeper dish (more like 4 inches).

Since these were inexpensive when new, it's almost impossible to find a good one now since the chrome didn't hold up well. The one in the pic above is the most popular size, 14.5" with the standard dish. The other one I have really looks like an early Corvette - it's 15.5 with a flat dish:

If you look in just about any 1962 or so Car Craft magazine, you'll find ads for Covico wheels.

Hey thanks!!! I just googled it and they still make them, now in white plastic which would look good maybe since part of my paintjob will be white.

**Captainfab** · 08-17-2009, 12:24 AM

For the '67-'72's they have those cup holder assemblies that replace the ash tray. Maybe you could make something that would replace the ashtray in your truck? That is unless you plan on using the ash tray. Just an idea.

Martin64 · 08-17-2009, 12:34 AM

I was thinking something "under dash" that slides out. There's a couple options already made that'll work, but they look like they'll vibrate too much (noisey & splash). I was also thinking about something that'll fit onto the front of the seat frame that'll move with the seat (bench seat) and not have to drill any holes anywhere.

jchav62 · 08-17-2009, 09:28 AM

I don't have a good pic of my 'old school' cup holder, but you can kind of see it in this pic...

c10addict · 08-17-2009, 10:06 AM

Just a thought!

1964C10 · 08-17-2009, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by c10addict

Just a thought!

If you are talking about the "cups" behind the other "cups" I think he probably prefers to "hold" them himself in this case

08-14-2009, 03:28 PM	#1
Martin64 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Yuma, Az Posts: 477	Ok...let's see those cupholders I went to MCRD San Diego this morning to watch my brother's nephew graduate and had a heck of a time enjoying my morning coffee on the drive there because I don't have a cup holder (yet). I have an idea or 3, but I'd like to see how some of you folks cured the "I don't have enough hands to drive and drink coffee" problem. __________________ Martin Gibson USAF Retired 1964(-ish) C10

08-14-2009, 03:33 PM	#2
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders MCRD!!! wow thanks for the flash back __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

08-15-2009, 12:40 PM	#3
Revoh Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Music City, U.S.A. Posts: 638	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders I've got a big, heavy wooden box that was made for the floor. It's kind of not exactly, you know, beautiful, but it is actually pretty handy. __________________ 1963 C-10 My car blog, for your reading pleasure.

08-15-2009, 12:46 PM	#4
bird7263 Urban Chop Shop Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Tigard Oregon Posts: 264	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders MCRD, wow I have not set foot there since I graduated back in 1996.. Boy do I have some memories from that place.. I need to figure out a cup holder too. I just dont want something cheezy or something 80's. __________________ 2003 Chevy Trailblazer LTZ, 2.5" Susp Lift, Tinted, HID's/LED interior/ Lot of upgrades and little mods 1965 Chevy 1/2T Longbox, soon to be a slammed shop truck Build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=591266 Semper Fi Marines

08-15-2009, 01:18 PM	#5
Martin64 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Yuma, Az Posts: 477	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders My memories of MCRD are very good. I just go there for vehicle decals (DOD) and I.D cards.....I just retired from the Air Force (after 1/2 a career in the Army and the last 1/2 AF....20 1/2 years total). My dad was a D.I. at MCRD in the late 40's/early 50's sometime (retired in '68) and my oldest brother was a Marine (ETS'd around '81 with 7 1/2 years). I have very few memories of living on Camp Pendleton. I don't have any "flash-backs" entering either base. __________________ Martin Gibson USAF Retired 1964(-ish) C10

08-15-2009, 01:47 PM	#6
rookierodbuilder Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sharpsburg, Ky. Posts: 110	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders I like these that HRM put in one of their project trucks. I don't see this being practical unless you have a high performance, street/strip cruiser. http://image.hotrod.com/f/16317752/h...ject_build.jpg

08-15-2009, 02:19 PM	#7
fixie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Swartz Creek Michigan Posts: 19	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders You could get one of those plastic floor model console from the store and then you could take it out for show. Platoon 1321 3/81 Semper Fi __________________ If it Aint broke tear it apart anyway

08-15-2009, 06:53 PM	#8
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders That's what I use, one of those plastic bench seat carriers with the adjustable cup brackets. I'm running bucket seats and it just sits on the floor between the seats. I don't have any good pictures of it since I generally take it out if I'm taking pics or going somewhere it will be seen. URL=http://img300.imageshack.us/i/0102c.jpg/][/URL] It's very handy though. I also have plenty of ugly memories of MCRD having gone through in 1966. Glad to see I'm not the only jarhead in the mix.

08-16-2009, 12:59 AM	#9
BMSJaX Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Trabuco Canyon, CA Posts: 173	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders Made mine outta some scap sheet metal. Just dont slam the door too hard! haha Attached Images __________________ 1964 Chevy C10 a.k.a. Julie Ann H.E.I. cause its better to be pointless

08-16-2009, 09:51 AM	#10
TheDark1 Intentionally Left Blank Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Broussard, LA Posts: 355	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders I was going to use some of these. I put some of thier anodized stuff in my bass boat (gauge rings, grab handles and cup holders) and it looks great. Lots of colors and very nice. Check out Rex Marine and Livorsi Marine. They have all kinds of cool stuff. __________________ 1965 C-10 Short Fleet 468/TKO 5-Speed 2004 2500HD Crew 496/Ally Blacked Out (SOLD!!) 1997 Formula WS6 2004 Jeep Wrangler (Sold) 2013 Jeep Wrangler (Sold) 2017 Jeep Wrangler (Blacked Out on 35's) 2011 GMC D-Max Dually Denali 3500HD (Sold) 2015 GMC D-Max Dually Denali 3500HD (Sold) 2018 GMC D-Max Dually Denali 3500HD (Sold) 2020 D-Max Dually Denali on 33x12.50's 1979 GMC Short Bed Step-Side 4x4 350/350 Low Miles

08-16-2009, 10:31 AM	#11
coolair Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Osage, IA Posts: 161	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders I made small console around my shifter and installed a cup holder from a 90-97 Miata - works great!

08-16-2009, 05:53 PM	#13
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders No, it's a Covico wheel. They were all the rage in the early 60's. I think they started out as boat wheels, and caught on with street rods. "Everybody" had one when I was in high school. They are similar to Grant steering wheels, except the spokes are in a "Y" configuration (equally spaced around the rim), where the Grant wheel is more of a "T" shape, and when spinning it around you can tell by the wheel which way is straight ahead. The Grant has a deeper dish (more like 4 inches). Since these were inexpensive when new, it's almost impossible to find a good one now since the chrome didn't hold up well. The one in the pic above is the most popular size, 14.5" with the standard dish. The other one I have really looks like an early Corvette - it's 15.5 with a flat dish: URL=http://img43.imageshack.us/i/9028.jpg/][/URL] If you look in just about any 1962 or so Car Craft magazine, you'll find ads for Covico wheels.

08-16-2009, 08:26 PM	#14
daverod SSN 706 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pocatello Idaho Posts: 3,821	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders I was kinda hopeing to see one that was built into the dash? I've seen some plactic ones like that but I want a metal one. __________________ Daverods 64 C10 Daily driver 292 3 speed "Driver" Daverods 66 Build C10 Bags 350/350(On Hold) Daverods 52 Build 3100 S10 chassis,Bags, 350/700r4 "Click it"

08-17-2009, 12:24 AM	#17
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders For the '67-'72's they have those cup holder assemblies that replace the ash tray. Maybe you could make something that would replace the ashtray in your truck? That is unless you plan on using the ash tray. Just an idea. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

08-17-2009, 12:34 AM	#18
Martin64 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Yuma, Az Posts: 477	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders I was thinking something "under dash" that slides out. There's a couple options already made that'll work, but they look like they'll vibrate too much (noisey & splash). I was also thinking about something that'll fit onto the front of the seat frame that'll move with the seat (bench seat) and not have to drill any holes anywhere. __________________ Martin Gibson USAF Retired 1964(-ish) C10 Last edited by Martin64; 08-17-2009 at 12:34 AM.



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08-17-2009, 09:28 AM	#19
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: Ok...let's see those cupholders I don't have a good pic of my 'old school' cup holder, but you can kind of see it in this pic... Attached Images __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

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