1971 GMC Jimmy - Custom Console Build FROM SCRATCH!! Step by Step Process

[@stricnine69]

Its funny to me how humble you are when its obvious to all of us how badass your work is. Its also refreshing to me that you never stop smiling. A true artist at work.

[@myretirementlife8731]

I was thinking the same thing. It makes you want to watch his videos.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot man I’m just really passionate about metalwork and love learning and sharing this comment really made my day

[@jamesmcnamara7484]

Truth

[@jimwhalen6769]

So very true!!

[@steblovsky2728]

@@myretirementlife8731😢😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮

[@johnschutz4360]

Wow, way to call an audible and not have a shit fit. You do it right and the fine tuning all part of your patient professional process. OUTSTANDING !!!! your detail teaching is priceless, "make sure the rods are bent with no spring", simple advice that saves a day.. You are a great teacher.

[@UnconventionalMetal]

I love how you worked the existing design elements into the console and the use of steel and aluminum. Great execution.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot that’s exactly what I was hoping would come thru with the design !

[@RJE6585]

Your work is awesome, I was an Aircraft Sheetmetal Mechanic for several years but your work puts most mechanics to shame.. You are very talented.. Keep the video's coming. You help us to reach deeper into the possibilities of Fabrication. Thank you!!

[@MakeItKustom]

Wow man coming from someone such as your self that is a huge compliment I really appreciate that. I’ll keep them coming thanks for watching

[@walkerr.woodle8444]

@Ron Elsen how about that. My son is sheet metal, been in 16 years and my daughter-in-law was in four years. He loves this channel and has me hooked on watching. He said he learns something every video.

[@DemiFlower1010]

Great council bud! We have a fab shop in Ohio and we're looking for constantly being pushed to our limits with creativity. I love watching other fabricators and I'll tell you, you're on my top 3 fav's.. I wish I had 3 more of my self and you in my shop it would be something. By the way love the dimple die for the panel screws I've made 3 different sizes since I've watched your video cool idea. Hopefully here in the near future we will be starting our own channel. Keep up the great work very talented...

[@AutismusPrime69]

Dont simp

[@mattcasoni]

Great compliment man

[@throttlewatch4614]

That’s sweet, you’re an engineer and a craftsman, very talented.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot man I appreciate that!

[@reneprovencher8395]

Also watch Wray Shelin, man wouldn’t that be a shop with you two teaching!!!

[@4DIYers]

Wow, that was a pleasure to watch! Typically I'm not a fan of custom made center consoles, but you knocked it out of the park. Paying attention to detail, I even like the idea of being able to remove the cup holder for cleaning.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks very much man!

[@owenmorrison8773]

Might make something like that for my cf bedford van cheers for all the ideas Owen N.Z

[@johnterpack3940]

Saved this for later, very excited to see it. I have a '59 T-Bird that needs a console. All the videos I can find are dudes basically covering 3/4 MDF in fiberglass and calling it good. Anxious to see how a legit craftsman does it.

[@MakeItKustom]

Hope you like it man! Lol I’m a terrible wood worker

[@peterpann9619]

Well I wouldn't spend the money, I'd build it, I'm 66 and been doing this sense I was 18 and still love it. Grew work young man. Oh my name really isn't Peter Pann, lol,.

[@UploadingOCD]

A work of art.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks man I like to think of it that way!

[@brianrock8974]

I don’t even do this type of work, but I can’t stop watching.

[@wayneparks5601]

Dang bud! That looks real clean, I like how even though you had some time in the first piece where the phone goes that you scraped it and made the piece it needed! Definitely one of my favorite channels!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks man glad to hear it! Nobody likes to go backwards with sometimes it’s needed

[@adambergendorff2702]

absolutely awesome, I love seeing stuff made out of sheet, rather than upholstered MDF!

[@MattRabbitDesign]

Awesome design. Definitely gives me some ideas for my 69 GMC pickup.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks Matt I appreciate it! Go for it

[@MattRabbitDesign]

@@MakeItKustom I guess I'll have to build or buy a bead roller soon.

[@frankavellino6659]

It came out awesome. wish I had a Jimmy.

[@MakeItKustom]

They are really cool trucks getting hard to come by now

[@kurtludwig4783]

Nice! Appreciate your teaching! Also was happily amused by choice of music at end of video reminiscent of elves working maybe from Santa work shop or Wonka factory

[@MakeItKustom]

Ha ha ha glad you liked it I thought it was funny

[@joescully566]

That console is up there with the best. Absolute quality Karl, well made, Joe❤

[@davidcrouch3226]

Very cool.... wish I could have seen more of the finished product!

[@MakeItKustom]

Yeah me too! I wish I took more footage

[@sheldonstewart70]

That console turned into a work of art that anyone would be proud of

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks Sheldon!

[@kencoulter7978]

Awesome Karl , I would have liked to see how you made the buttons for the screws ( 27:09 ) , that was a nice touch!

[@MIKEH.777]

Great question I would love to know how he put those washer looking dimples in.

[@MakeItKustom]

In a future video I’m going to cover this tool. I made it from some solid bar as a male and female stamp! I’m glad you like it!

[@waynespears5664]

Karl you are a LEADER in your field,keep the videos coming,Please........................Fort Worth,Tx

[@pjsbird]

Stunning work. You have an amazing eye for design my friend!!!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you so much it was a lot of thinking! Lol

[@MrMadkaw400]

Killer job

[@davidmays3333]

Man you did a great job!!!! Thanks for showing us. Very talented

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much man!

[@tasmaniandevil7610]

Floor console were tops in the 70's I'm glad your reinventing that art

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks man!

[@PabloGuillermo]

😱 amazing work 👏👏

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot Pablo!

[@kurtludwig4783]

I watch everything you post or KZbin rotate. Never miss them I save most for my learning. All good! Thanks for being there.

[@GreyWolfe]

You are such a talented young man. I wish I had your knowledge and skills. That console is absolutely 💯 % beautiful!!!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much man I appreciate it!

[@philproctor4443]

Just one word. Perfection. I am just building a 1935 chevy coupe your vids have been so useful. So many out there are " look at me" yours are far from that, an education clearly instructed. Keep smiling you are outstanding sir.

[@isween1985]

Excellent work! Loved it.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you so much glad you liked it!

[@crazyericstewartofcanton9999]

"I Got Five On It!!!!" Love That Song!!!! Great Craftsmanship Brother!!!!

[@scotth9881]

That looks amazing. I couldn't imagine it any other way now. It was really interesting to see how it all went together.

[@MakeItKustom]

Yea me too can’t wait to see it done

[@nboldrini]

Very impressive workmanship ingenuity and artistry!

[@craighuffman5397]

That is gorgeous! I'm slowly building a shop (hobby) and really enjoy you take on how to fabricate things! So many great ideas and techniques, I cannot wait to try and hone my skills. Thank you for sharing!

[@malcolmyoung7866]

INCREDIBLE....some serious skill right there..making the wire 'frame' was a surprise was thinking the sheet metal work would be the basis and the round bar just 'trim'...utter genius...

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks man my first time doing it this way. I loved it

[@2732hill]

Great work! This kinda got me thinking about putting a console in my truck!

[@MakeItKustom]

Right on man hope you do!

[@ericweijers1602]

Building a car to the beat of a Polka. Never saw that before. Looks awesome! Greetings from Holland 🇳🇱

[@MakeItKustom]

Ha Hah Hah Hah it’s definitely weird but it somehow works lol!

[@cliqboom1088]

Gorgeous work, I would love to have that in my Jeep! The time-lapse music was great too :)

[@larrypostma2866]

I was thinking the exact same thing. 70 cj5 not even a glovebox. This was inspiring I’m going to have to try my hand at something similar.

[@MakeItKustom]

Right on you to get after it! Thanks for watching cheers

[@johnnygarrett6055]

I really thought that console was very very hot well done . Any one should be proud to have that in their truck.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks you very much Johnny 👊

[@reaperwayne]

Loved it man awesome work as always

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you very much! Cheers

[@martinjay5906]

I'm sure it's worth the money you do awesome work!!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot Martin I appreciate it!

[@rogermontee8264]

Karl you have out done yourself.The console is a beautiful piece of work.Love the design.Keep up the great work you do.Karl you can build any thing with the talent you have,your ideas are a perfect piece of art.Can’t wait to see how the Lincoln Zepher turns out. Thanks for the video.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot Roger you always have the most kind comments. I appreciate your support and thank you so much for watching!

[@kennyfofo]

Carl you are an artist and an engineer all wrapped into one, you are truly a talent that I love to watch the magic!

[@MakeItKustom]

Wow man thanks so much I appreciate that!

[@leesanders6490]

Beautiful work! Worth every penny!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks Lee!

[@jrw6868]

My favorite feature is the fact that you made the cup holder removable. Form AND function..

[@ODGColornChrome]

That is awesome and your channel is great! Keep up the great work!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot Darren!

[@garryremington1137]

I am amazed at such a young man with an incredible level of fabrication skill and design talent. Definitely a rising star in the custom cosmos.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot Garry!

[@davenlois]

Rather excellent. I'm enjoying my subscription.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks for subscribing! Cheers

[@brssgarage90redmustang68]

You and fritz fab are my favorite fabricators I’ve learned a ton from u both in very short period of time I purchased a 68 bump side short bed and it’s going to be frame laid bagged and I’m going to do all the work myself cause Type dude if something I’m interested in doing I’ll learn before I’ll pay lmao

[@MakeItKustom]

Ha ha me too man! I started learning all this stuff so that I wouldn’t have to pay someone to build my cool car lol it has evolved from here I’ve never been happier

[@paullangford2987]

Fantastic work on the console. Just found your channel. Enjoying and learning from videos

[@MakeItKustom]

Welcome to the channel Paul thank you so much! Cheers

[@karlholz9751]

It’s always a pleasure watching someone who gets a kick out of what he’s doing! It shows on your happy face!

[@travislarson5192]

Absolutely amazing. Any thoughts about incorporating a wireless charging system in the phone pocket? So when he drops his phone down there it just starts charging? I really enjoy your Channel, thank you for such great content!

[@danielrunge7294]

I watched that on instagram last winter and just watched it again! Its my favorite thing that you've made. I was inspired to build a smaller version for this coupe but I don't think he wants to spend the money. I'm hoping I can change his mind🤞lol

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much I appreciate you guys! Yes the cell phone charging pocket could’ve had a wireless charger built-in and I did suggest it I’m not sure why but there was a reason why the customer chose to go a different route

[@michaelmoody3737]

The customer probably didn't want it because you can't fast charge with an inductive charger. 🕵️‍♂️

[@ShainAndrews]

Cub hole shape is spot on. I thought you were going to leave it a rectangle... but that glove box is right there staring at you. Spent a lot of hours riding around in a Blazer of that vintage. I can remember the distinct bounce of that front leaf spring axle on that short wheel base.

[@MakeItKustom]

Yea man they bounce haha I like it tho. They drive tuff 👊

[@siberianok]

Just perfect!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you!

[@ptidona8211]

I could watch your videos all day but then I wouldn’t get anywhere on my project! Great work.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks man I’m glad that you like the videos! Now get to work!

[@THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS]

Yeah man, it's super cleeen and cool with the bead rolling and contours that match the dash and shapes of the gauge bezel too; however, ... this out of date PAULTRY subwoofer was due for an upgrade already and now it's basically built in and around the console which means when it blows it's going to need an exact replacement or left in there dead. I wish to have had a moment to discuss with the owner the importance of good bass in a large open cabin with loud exhaust and would of hoped for 2-15"s in a custom box under that back seat... oh and some LED's slapped all over, too, ok? I'm just bustin' ya chops man! Can we see it all finished, body worked and painted soon?

[@MakeItKustom]

Yeah once the truck is all finished up I’d love to do a video on it. You’re right about the sub it could be bigger but the nice thing is that just the sub itself is replaceable the box can stay. Thanks for your feedback on the design I scratched a hole in my head figuring this one out lol

[@THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS]

@@MakeItKustom I was being a smart alec... I don't know why, I'm always bugging Brent that his builds need some huge subs but he ain't down for that. It ain't really the style for classic cars and most would say my LED's in the grill and under the console of my truck are tacky. I'm big on music and always had an amp and subs but the 2-15's in my Sleeper FireBird in 1996 was a bit overkill but with loud exhaust you get noise cancelling frequencies that kill the bass at certain engine RPM's and these old cars would probably vibrate and rattle from everywhere too.. MY truck now just has 2-10's under the fold down back seats. The console is really amazing, I really like that bead rolling work you do like on door panels, etc. and those trim bezels around the shifters and incorporating the lid and cup holders was PERFECT!

[@ronhodgkinson7683]

I watch and learn all the time. I'm working on my 81 cj5 and get new ideas with how to proceed with finishing up my interior.

[@mattharvey4921]

Looks great. Awesome work as always 👏🤘

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much Matt I appreciate it!

[@RADIOACTIVEMASCULINITY]

Personally I like the open feel of the old trucks so I wouldn’t have put a console in at all for myself but you knocked this out of the park craftsmanship wise. Every element of this console is beautiful and well thought out!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much!

[@garybrady9531]

from my perspective as an off roader it's a tad tall,my ribs don't give when things get ruff on the trails you put in some great ideas for comfort it's clean I liked the way you followed the angels of the dash really cool I have to say the audio is hard to hear at times but your not a sound engineer or are you? Love the overall design keep doing what you love and have fun doing it

[@MakeItKustom]

Yes this is a very old video pre-microphone. Thanks so much for your feedback I think this will be a little more of a pavement pounder although he’ll definitely do some camping with it but it’s heavy off-road in days are over. It definitely did get heavy by the looks of the frame lol I heard a couple of air time stories

[@markcrawford8876]

Your mind's eye is spot on, then you have the skill set to produce it. I think it checks every blank!

[@MakeItKustom]

I appreciate it mark! Thank you 🙏👊

[@islandlife9127]

One of the best consoles I've ever seen, beautiful work.

[@skidrowoffroad]

It's rare to see a properly designed and built custom console. Wow! Nice work. Most of the custom interiors I've seen, even in some high end, expensive builds, aren't half as nice as what you created. Very impressive.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks at lot man I’m a metaL man lol wouldn’t know where to begin with a wood one lol

[@pedroratti4582]

I really love when people can be proud of his work. It makes you happy. But not only you, everyone seeing your work feels happy too.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks Pedro!

[@josephlee7325]

I like your fabrication skills and your confidence in using them

[@exhaustfumes927]

Inside I’m like I can do this, then quickly remind myself . Great job was awesome to watch and learn

[@iancunanan4161]

Are you kidding me? Who on earth will never like that? its awesome men Love your work..proud to be part of this channel.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much! Proud to have ya here 👊👊👊👊🙏🙏🙏

[@LonersGuide]

I don't think I've ever said this about a center console, but that is badass! I have a '70 Chevy C10 pickup and a '72 K20 Suburban (the latter having serious body rust problems). One thing I love about those trucks is the simple, clean sheet metal interior and dash aesthetic. I think you've done it justice and then some--that is some beautiful design and craftsmanship. My Jeep needs a new floor and center console as well so, I'm really inspired by your videos. Was already wanting a bead roller...now I gotta have one!

[@Road_Rash]

I was gonna make my C10's console out of wood, but now I want sheet metal! Lol!

[@delmas15]

Design,Fab,re-design, build. There is nothing better.

[@tobinthomas8401]

Beyond your talents with metal and awesome attitude, anyone who plays Bill Withers in the Shop is number one in my book!

[@MakeItKustom]

🤣🤣🤣

[@tobinthomas8401]

@@MakeItKustom Yeah man! I heard "Kissing my Love" in the background and thought, I know this tune! I covered it in a Blues/Funk band I was in a few years back. That song KILLS! Gotta have great music if you're gonna get a job done. Cheers!

[@c7d3p]

Bead rolling and dimple dies are the coolest hot rod looks. Great job!

[@MakeItKustom]

Agreed! 👊🙏

[@brunocoutant4204]

Love this part... Bruno from France.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot Bruno! I love how far these videos are reaching I appreciate you cheers!

[@wallacerotternaut]

So SICK!!!! I’m so amazed by your design AND skills! This is the best “car show” in the form of “TRUCKS” or “OVERHAULIN” that I’ve ever seen! I feel like the soundtrack is the only thing that suffers, for me, but hey, BRAVO everywhere else!

[@craig7343]

Another job well done Karl.can picture it painted to match the dash will blend in quiet nicely 👍👍

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks man can’t wait to see it painted!

[@Mitchellfab_customs]

I'd like to see more complex things like this. Thanks for all the videos

[@PontiacTAnut]

I’ve seen a lot of different ideas for custom consoles. I’ve fabricated a couple myself. And that is one of the best ones I have ever seen 👍

[@WilliamVG]

Work of art and made to last. Not cheap plastic like today's vehicles.

[@tsstn]

I have imagined a very similar console over and over in my head so many times for so many years. I LOVE WHAT YOU BUILD! It's beautiful. And most of all Good for you actually building it not just dreaming.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks man it’s rare I get the chance to design like this but I love it

[@martygraham5238]

I Feel like if i spent a day in the shop with you I wouldn't wanna leave just because on the knowledge you'd teach. An this stuff I really enjoy. I have a hard time bringing thought to reality. An you just crank it out like it's nothing. Very talented I watch every video upload. Truly on of the next generations role models like we had growing up

[@terrysowter4798]

I love the way the console cascades. Just as you said a water fall.

[@wirefeed3419]

It is amazing to me to see people’s natural aptitude’s when they do and make things. I have always had mechanical aptitude meaning mechanical things just make sense in my mind, how something is assembled or how it works, repair, trouble shoot etc. When I watch you though you have an awesome mechanical aptitude but combined with a very strong artistic vision and aptitude. The way you can take a blank space and using metal build this 100% custom, perfect fitting, perfect functioning yet factory looking center counsel all from scratch in your head. Truly an excellent piece that will only look more amazing after paint. Please make sure the entire thing is heavily sound deadened mostly because of sitting on top of the subwoofer. From a fellow Canadian who just recently found your channel while laid up recovering from a surgery, Awesome job on this, super impressed with everything I have seen so far that you have Kustom Made, keep going I will be watching and learning. 👍🇨🇦

[@404_profile_not_found]

The first thing I did with my English wheel was make a custom console with compound curves. It was so worthwhile

[@fraserdreger5822]

It's amazing when a person has the patience to take a bunch of metal and make something really nice out of it looks really great

[@michaelmarquette3137]

Your work is 2 Nd to none I love how you worked in every bit of the original lid if you want custom it isn’t cheap it turned out beautiful

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you so much! That’s exactly what I’m going for. Some guys get it and some guys don’t

[@rickbusch7911]

Turned out great, a lot of thought and skill went in to building it. Im so tired right now, had to ff tobthe end just to see it turned out. Will definitely rewstch the whole thing later.

[@TITOGRASA]

Besst job ever... my son...You are very talented....Definitely one of my favorite ...

[@jm22969]

Dude….this is as premium as Double D Tiddy’s on a small framed gal! LOVE your work!

[@MakeItKustom]

Ha ha Ha! Glad you think so I think it came out pretty fucking cool too!

[@Paulman50]

Nice work. I liked the idea if you have to put screws in, you raise the seats to make them a feature .

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks man it’s a little tool I carved out! I’m gonna make one on a picture video as I gave this one away to a friend

[@awaddabit2398]

Hi mate, The type of work you do can only come from a craftsman we all love watching your videos very informative keep up the fantastic work. Thank you

[@TheToolmanTim]

Great design, especially using the original lid. I see a lot of customizations that get so far away from the donor vehicle that there seems to be almost nothing left of the original. I like all of the mirroring of other lines from the factory truck. Well done!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you very much!

[@dannygeouge8459]

Very inspiring, taught me a lot even if teaching wasn't one of your thoughts!! Beautiful console!!!!!

[@MakeItKustom]

I learned by watching as well so I’m glad that you learned something from it! Thanks for watching Danny

[@bcsmedconsults29]

Dear Lord, that is beautiful.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you so much I’m glad that you approve!

[@upMETHOD]

You're an artist... incredible work!

[@petersmith295]

My friend. This video was immensely helpful. It’s almost exactly what I’ve been designing for the project 73 HQ Holden Style side Ute my 16yr old son and I are building for him. Brother, your work is always next level, you’re very much appreciated

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks very much Peter! Good luck with your project!

[@sstace69]

I haven't regretted Subscribing one bit. This is one of the most entertaining and educational metalworking/hotrod channels on KZbin.

[@MakeItKustom]

Wow Stacey ! Much appreciated! Cheers

[@HighCaliberCraftsman]

Do you have a video showing how you do the dimples around where you put the screws? I love your vids and I’m learning a ton about sheet metal work! Thanks!

[@MakeItKustom]

I don’t have one yet but I will make one soon. It is a tool that I made myself I’ll show you how

[@HighCaliberCraftsman]

@@MakeItKustom can’t wait! Thanks!

[@rosol7530]

having made a couple or consoles in my youth, i can surely appreciate the work and skill - just awesome!

[@ScottyLo]

Hell ya. That console shows tons of skill and thought. It’s not just a simple design. It’s form and function. Thanks for sharing your videos. I can appreciate what you do.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot Scott I appreciate your feedback! Thanks for watching we love sharing

[@heatherrigby7371]

Brother! That is absolutely Perfect and well done. 10000 dollar upgrade and I hope the rest of the finishing deserves that masterpiece ... wait a minute... you should finish this project. Thanks again Donnie

[@roberthaynes4695]

I loved it! I want one for my 67' step side. Very nice and unique.

[@MakeItKustom]

Glad you dig it man thanks!