How to build a custom center console

[@johnnyanonyme]

Sometimes you see a "how to" video and realize that there's no way in hell you can do it and make it look good. This is one of those times. Tim really knows his stuff. I know I can't do what he does, but the talk about using PVC foam and sheet was informative for some lesser, easier projects I want to do. Thanks for making this video.

[@ScottieDTV]

+Johnny Anonyme Our pleasure Brother...Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@brianvaldez9153]

What thickness PVC sheets are they?

[@T1544767]

There's a couple of profound statements in this video: 10:43 "Everybody knows somethin' you don't. Pay attention, right?" 12:44 "It's not how good you are. It's how good you fix your mistakes. Some of my best work has been hiding mistakes."

[@ScottieDTV]

lol...Glad you enjoyed them!

[@billseward2274]

"Quality is remembered after the price is forgotten." Truer words....

[@c50ge]

T1544767 Good judgement comes from experience and much of that comes from bad judgement

[@cuzz63]

@@billseward2274 I heard that from an old guy who I worked with back in the 70's and never forgot it.

[@brandoncouriwilliams8491]

DEEEEEEEEEP

[@WizzRacing]

Glad to see something made without using fiberglass molds. Nothing beats hand made to fit each vehicle. As you're sure to get that eagle eye treatment. Great Stuff

[@ScottieDTV]

Claude Rains Right on!

[@bearez1]

Tim. You are a true craftsman. To spend a couple weeks with you would be priceless to anyone. I hope you pass on your skills to younger generation. True Craftsman are dieing bread.

[@ScottieDTV]

Stop!!...He doesn't need a bigger head!!!...lol...Tim is a talent...thanks for the comment I'm sure He will appreciate it!!

[@nonameisthename138]

That was an AWESOME job!! But I loved that quote, because it's so TRUE!! "Quality is remembered, long after the price is forgotten"..

[@ScottieDTV]

Thank you.....I agree...I have repeated that several times.....Glad you enjoyed the video!!

[@v.tundra7072]

very true

[@Aikidoman06]

I wish there was KZbin when I was in high school. In 1978 I had to find people who could teach me, or try ti figure it out from articles in Hot Rod Magazine. You do great work. Thanks for the video.

[@ScottieDTV]

Your welcome....Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ScottieDTV]

It's all done with PVC Sheet and Heat...The side parts are cut out of the same stuff....it gets flexible when you heat it...when it cools...it gets stiff again when it cools....

[@darrinwarner1172]

very cool.... any links on where one can buy PVC sheets?

[@brianvaldez9153]

Did you ever find out where to get the PVC?

[@ScottieDTV]

It should...shows you understand that he makes it look easy....the nice thing is that he gives you a idea how to start...and how it works...Tim has been doing this over 20 yrs....your first one may not look this good...but try it

[@R1FamilyR1]

Very nice work. But on a positive note, you can do this at home guys and for cheap! Don't be discouraged by the 20k price. He's earned that from having years of experience but this can be done for less than 50$ without the cost of leather of coarse. You could wrap in many things tho. And you can build the frame with sheetmetal, wood, plastic old signs(ha). Keep it simple. And then be proud of your shit. Thanks Scotty

[@ScottieDTV]

Sure!

[@andreaknowles234]

We did that with a pontoon I bought for 500. 300 in material. A buddy tinkered with the motor [free] .so for 800 and a little time we sold it for little 5k. I like your thinking!

[@tobiasford3031]

Any idea what he used to shape the insert and get it to hold it's shape?

[@spotlightcustoms]

Weldwood Contact Cement

[@yrusonoz5574]

I used to do shit like this, me and some friends build sound system enclosures and forming it to flow from under the dash to the rear

[@JaredVeale]

I'd be keen to see how the seats were made, they looked real nice

[@ScottieDTV]

Sure...Stick around!..

[@MrKboat]

Scottie might ask questions, or say things that give you the impression he doesn't know much about the things he covers but.... He has the coolest videos & I'm a HUGE fan of his videos:) keep Up The Good Work Bro!

[@ScottieDTV]

Thank you Brother...I tell people all the time..I don't know anything but cool....lol

[@jiffjiffernson7292]

MrKboat, Respectfully, I think he's actually asking a leading and well considered simple *stream of questions that may appear 'simple' when in-fact they are open-ended to provide the builders the opportunity to describe (and connect) their craft and how they how they approach their work. It is not obvious but take a look again this or another vid from this perspective. No assumptions, a lot of information get passed on and an enjoyable rapport. 22min unbroken. Since every one is custom every fold and seam is a challenge, tweek, and opportunity. From what adhesive is used -very important. "Will there be storage in there?" Sure.. but he is deferring. IMO the guy is ridiculously humble and is smart to let the pro talk. Yes, he is not asking, "DId you go with a flat tappet or a roller cam and why not Carrillo rods?" If you notice, his vids always flow well which is usually not the sign of the uninformed. I get what your saying 100%, when he does not know too. He is always sharp to get the subject flushed out. I am a fan for the same reasons. We must have similar taste. FTW.

[@shoncarter3730]

11 years and this video is still relevant. Here I am wanting to build custom consoles not knowing I can use PVC instead of wood. It makes perfect sense in case of moisture.

[@ScottieDTV]

Right on...Glad to help!!

[@chandlergaines7152]

Great Video, also when you complete the console, how do you attach it to the base of the car? Is it bolted or does the weight and snugness just keep it there?

[@ModernRedneck13]

+Chandler Gaines I'd like to know the answer to this too

[@TupacAurelius]

Imma do this one Day to a C3 Stingray!

[@nickwilde2709]

Most likely bolted to the frame or the floor to ensure that it wont mov out of place

[@Assimilator702]

Chandler Gaines I've used everything from simple L brackets with self tapping screws on my first build to custom molded fiberglass/reinforced body filler with imbedded hurricane nuts and L bracket for strength in odd locations where more contact area was needed. Basically I took the L bracket and extended it using fiberglass cloth/ Matt and reinforced body filler to even out the shape. One of them with 4 mounting holes kind of looked like Boba Fetts ship slave 1

[@morbjrn5265]

Chandler Gaines Bolted. If its not bolted it acts as a projectile and all that hard work goes literally out the windshield in the case of an accident.

[@mikemeadows7312]

Tim you do fantastic creations and have the attitude of a humble person, Keep creating those beautiful consoles.

[@ScottieDTV]

Thanks for checking the video out....The crew at Pro Auto are all top craftsmen....Tim has been there from the beginning a great guy for sure!

[@apachexeneizeyalbis]

BEAUTIFUL WORK!

[@ScottieDTV]

Some of the best....Thanks for checking it out!

[@ma3oth]

CRAZY ... talent can be seen everywhere .... god bless you man

[@AndrewPhillipsqualityassurance]

Bro, one day you will shoot a video of my 64 Galaxie...

[@ScottieDTV]

Andrew Phillips Send me some [e-mail]

[@redneckgearheadgarage495]

Sometimes KZbin suggestions ain't half bad. 7 years later and I'm digging this video.

[@ScottieDTV]

Cool...Glad to hear it!!

[@MM0SDK]

"Good people don't go to heaven"... love the t-shirt. Bad people don't go to hell either though.

[@rogerramjet5092]

+Mark Bartlett IIRC the back say"s something about "they go racing" or some such nonsence..??

[@vernonsteinkamp1088]

Good people don't go to heaven is simply stating that most people think that their good works buys them a ticket into heaven. This is not true. People who go to heaven are those who put their trust in the finished work of Christ and then are born again. Jesus stated himself that you must be born again. You no longer live for yourself, but you have been bought (purchased) with a price. There are no good works that will pay your way into heaven.

[@controlledburst]

There's a comma - the flip side of the shirt states, "Believers do."

[@theBUBBAMANcan]

Tim would be a fine man to know in real life.

[@ClimptonDiddlehopper]

Vernon Steinkamp awe...still has imaginary friends.

[@nickelndiminit5136]

So remember when I promised to give a shout out 2 years ago because of this video. Thanks in large part to your video, I have a custom console with cup holders that aren't right behind the shifter....you know...where your arm goes! Thanks again for all the hard work on your great video. Keep up the good work.

[@ScottieDTV]

+NickelNDiminIt Glad to hear it Brother.....It's always cool when something we do helps someone get what they want....Good on You!!!

[@ShanLiuGBM]

Great Job!!!!

[@ScottieDTV]

I agree!

[@salimmohamed6463]

Very good

[@mnelisimcuma1798]

Salim Mohamed he inspires me to do something similar but I'm just to lazy😅

[@StripetheSipp]

He meantion pvc foam sheet once and then pvc sheet later on. This has to be two differ types of pvc. Sides may be pvc foam sheet and the curves bent with heat gun must be pvc sheet. The both types glue together. Scottie do you remember noticing this when you were there? Thanks a million brother!

[@ziggassedup]

I've seen many consoles being made but the styrene idea is new to me...very workable...cool

[@carollucking3485]

hi Scottie, Thanks for the quick reply, I will investigate here in the UK. Fantastic videos. Kind regards, Carol.

[@Subgunman]

Excellent work! Wish I had the talent to massage leather into a beautiful piece of furniture ! I have built one console in my years for a '93 Plymouth Voyager. Needed a two way radio console for a series of four radios and a controller for a light bar. Made it out of 1/4" plywood and had it professionally upholstered in a matching vinyl leatherette. Had a pair of cigarette lighters on the back side and a drop down panel in the front to hold the fuse block for the radios. It was equipped with a lid that folded to the back that could be removed when in the field for emergency work. Wish I had kept the console when I sold the van.

[@ScottieDTV]

Right on....Sounds cool!

[@markanderson8253]

Love this! Just picked up a 68 Cutlass, changing front bench to buckets and doing this! Thanks for the video

[@ScottieDTV]

Your welcome...Good luck with yours!

[@user-vg6hw3ct5h]

Love the workmanship, I use 3mm (1/8") plywood as I have high ambient temperatures.and vinyl as leather is so expensive in Spain and it shrinks in the heat, but I learnt a few pointers.

[@ScottieDTV]

Cool...thanks for checking it out!!

[@19charger74]

Scottie , i think a large portion of us car builders out there would love to see some more of thes How To videos with the pros like this ... it was so informative and gave me so many ideas of what i want to do to my cars.. .. love all your videos and awesome work you do to bring up us videos of these awesome cars

[@mattgeorgejack]

Cheers Scottie. Great video. Far more informative than the 'Pimp my ride' style programs. Steve's a proper craftsman.

[@davidallen2573]

Truly amazing to watch an artist work. I too am a craftsman but I've never had the opportunity to work with PVC foam or expensive leather, but I really appreciate the chance to watch. I work in woods and steel but nothing nearly this exotic. You have inspired me to attempt a console for my 89 F150. Nothing too fancy but I have a better understanding of how to approach the challenge. I especially appreciate the lessons in planning. Nothing goes in that can't come out, I like that, and I'm sure it will help me. Since it's my first console, I'll give it a couple of months of thought before I start to design. Fortunately, I don't do this for a living, so I can afford to be completely comfortable with acquiring parts and developing a design, before I start. I know these are things that you have repeated and learned from so many times. You make it look so easy but then that's the difference between a beginner like me and a pro like your. Keep up the great work.

[@ScottieDTV]

+David Allen Thanks for the comment....Steve and the boys are talented for sure....but this video was only meant to get someone like you started in the right direction.....good luck and keep me posted!!!

[@Tom-wq2mz]

I do my own interior. Started when I was 16 that's where I learned the in an out and learned the mistakes. I give credit to this guy. His work is great. You get rewarded accordingly for the outcome. Hes restoring and prefabricating 25.000 to 65.000 rides not a do it yourself rattle spray paint can car.

[@ScottieDTV]

Right on...Thanks for the comment!

[@cosmicbrambleclawv2]

Thank you so much for this! I just got a 76 El Camino as a project and wanted to swap the bench for bucket seats, definitely gonna use this to recreate a classic 'camino console between the seats but with cup holders and usb/12 volt access

[@ScottieDTV]

Right on...Good luck with that!!

[@terrancesells3250]

Ppl like p]are

[@oldowl4290]

Thanks for this. I am a DIY fanatic and have been re-habbing the interior of my older Tacoma truck, hence stumbling in here in wanting to make a new custom center console (and ditch the old plastic one).

[@ScottieDTV]

Cool...Hope this helps!!

[@purplemadness222]

That is high quality craftsmanship right there.

[@nyxdoc2801]

Hey Scottie, We love your videos here in Iran and learn from you all the time brother. With lots of love and respect from here in Iran

[@ScottieDTV]

Thank you My Friend!!

[@lion8354]

Freakin awesome vid, just finished going to school for custom interiors and so many people leave out little details in their vids. I watch pretty much everyones videos in an effort to learn what TO DO and what NOT TO DO..lol...everyone has different techniques and it helps me to develop my own. Again, Great Video!!

[@IndianG100]

This was very to awesome to see, his craftsmanship and the patience to do a fantastic job was really cool, thanks for showing u!!!

[@WH6FQE]

All I can say is WOW. I am getting ready to build a custom center console in my truck for all of my radios and light bar control switches, but it will be nothing like that masterpiece.

[@ScottieDTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@11green11]

Greetings from Albuquerque NM ! Excellent video, I appreciate the commentary and the valid questions you ask. This is truly a rare craft but amazing when done well which Tim definitely does! Keep up the good work and God's blessings to you

[@ScottieDTV]

11green11 Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jamesmathers9294]

We appreciate you Scottie more than you know

[@ScottieDTV]

Thank You Brother...I really appreciate You supporting what I do Brother!!

[@elijahmcgee2842]

That man has a craft to be proud of thats for sure thanks scotty

[@ScottieDTV]

Your welcome...For sure....Very talented..

[@2bvud]

Real craftsmanship. Nice and tight work.

[@ScottieDTV]

I agree....Thanks for the comment.....

[@Thorge01]

I need to build a custom center console too for my car ... hey Scottie, thanks a lot for uploading this "how to" vid. Now i know how to start and if i`m done i`ll send you some pics of my result - hope you like it!!!

[@frnkjones40]

Very good post learned a lot. Hats off to the artist for sharing his knowledge.

[@ScottieDTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DrShankenstein]

Man, thats some amazing craftsmanship there ! Few people are that good. Awesome video, thanks for sharing it !

[@Fullnoise]

This is a fantastic video, thanks for going into so much detail. I’m planning on making a console like this for my 81 Trans Am. If I was over in the USA, I would certainly get you to build a console for me, however, I’m in Australia. Some very good tips in the clip that are appreciated. Cheers

[@ScottieDTV]

Fullnoise Hope it helped Brother...

[@endoskeleton99]

That is awesome work! Gives me an idea on trying to tackle a custom console in my '70 Mustang Fastback! Thanks for the great video!

[@ScottieDTV]

Our pleasure...hope it helped!

[@rattyratstuff7125]

my grandpa had a 67 formula 400 back when my dad was a kid. beautiful

[@ScottieDTV]

+Luke Dazey Cool!

[@marciamcphee8701]

Just Awesome. ..Tim is A True Master of his trade. Thanks for sharing.

[@ScottieDTV]

+Marcia McPhee I agree...and they are so cool to share this knowledge to the world..

[@realplatinum]

That was very enjoyable. Thanks for the video. Many places would never let process be shared on video. Please keep it up!

[@ScottieDTV]

I agree...they are all about helping ppl...they have helped me a ton..thanks for cking it out!

[@74dartman13]

Thanks for the video. I'm planning on making a console for a CD player in my '74 Dart. I'm leaving the stock radio and dont want to cut my dash. A small version of this will be perfect!

[@ScottieDTV]

Cool...Glad to help!!

[@katiehupp2049]

Thanks for making that video, you definitely found a master craftsman to record. That was one beautiful console learned a lot.

[@ScottieDTV]

Katie Hupp Tim knows what he's doing for sure....glad you enjoyed it!!

[@sr9445]

This was super helpful, one of the best videos for interior work I've seen. Good stuff.

[@ScottieDTV]

Glad You enjoyed it!

[@oldrover3007]

Excellent video ,Tim is a true Craftsman as he makes it look easy. I may try something similar in my 68 Camaro after I find some sources for materials. Thanks again for your Time.

[@ScottieDTV]

Your welcome...Good luck with yours!

[@Troy_Audi0]

Good stuff, good to see others using PVC for long lasting parts.

[@ScottieDTV]

I don't know nothing but cool....But it seems to be the only way to go....Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@iamkustom]

I studied this for along time before I made my first console I just wanted to say thank you for the video ❤❤❤❤❤

[@ScottieDTV]

You're welcome...Glad we could help!!

[@MikeDoingMikeThings]

I'd be interested in seeing how he does the rear seat buckets and contours them into the package tray and console. Seriously nice work!

[@GetsumJ]

Thank you very much for this video and sharing this talent. Engine building, body work, and other aspects I have done for years. I have just started getting into the interior work and you made this very easy to understand how leather reacts to heat and glue. My latest project is a 91 Pick-up and I am going to try and match your console techniques. (First pick-up after 9 F Bodies). The first thing I learned was the fact that leather is too damn expensive, but still cheaper than farming out the work. Thanks again for posting. Seriously, I can't say enough about people who share the skills they have spent years developing.

[@ScottieDTV]

+GetsumJ Glad you enjoyed it Brother.....Steve is very cool for doing this type video...

[@kikomnipotent]

DAAAng! That just gave me the inspiration to make a camel leather console for my 78 Trans am 4 speed, and build a pimp one around a sweet 60's clock I found for my girl Irma along with a better package tray area, thanks and I am a fan of this channel for sure.

[@ScottieDTV]

Kiko Lora Cool...Glad you enjoyed it Brother!!

[@ScottieDTV]

People like different things..I get that...thanks for cking it out...hope you enjoyed seeing the process

[@ScottieDTV]

I will see what I can do...glad it was helpful...thanks for the support Brother!!

[@ScottieDTV]

Thank you...glad your enjoying the channel!

[@edrose122]

very nicely done! i was watching to see what I was doing wrong but looks like i just nee practice. beautiful craftsmanship.

[@ScottieDTV]

Right on....Keep trying to get better...

[@dannydiaz3138]

Very nice job, excellent craftmanship!

[@ScottieDTV]

For sure...Thanks for checking it out!!

[@SimesDesigns]

I think this is the best video ive seen so far. He did a great job!

[@TimAllenDJHITMANROCKS]

I'd love that console. very nice how it goes up back around speakers then up dash too. the part under center heat controls is custom as well right? above gauges

[@ScottieDTV]

Glad you liked it...I don't remember....but probably vintage air....

[@pedercarlson]

i admire the effort put in to that interior! i hope i can do this to a car of my own some day, great work.

[@ScottieDTV]

+wutdafwip carl Thank you!

[@kenfoster3460]

thankyou TIM your a true craftsman,very good how to on creating a custom console,i will be putting the knowledge from this video to good use

[@fdhall]

great video! i need to watch this again as I'm thinking of doing a custom center console for my car

[@ScottieDTV]

Cool...Good luck!

[@405automotive]

Very nice and clean.. do you know how did he do the bends in the center piece made out of pvc?

[@ScottieDTV]

They are one of the best IMHO..glad you liked it!

[@troyavidano2524]

This was great, I am not going to try to do this myself but got ideas flowing to make some changes to my car!

[@ScottieDTV]

Cool..That's why we did the video!!

[@smackdammit4266]

Totally notch in today's standard but the fact that this vid is nearly 10 years old is mindblowing ..

[@ScottieDTV]

Right on...Thanks for checking it out!!

[@PottBall]

great job documentating the process! tim is an artist!

[@ScottieDTV]

Not a problem...glad you enjoyed it!

[@ScottieDTV]

Yes he does...but I wish you would not have told him..lol...Tim is a very cool talented guy..thanks for cking it out!

[@harleydavidson2200]

This video has gave me a great idea of how to build my new custom console for my show truck. Thanks much!

[@ScottieDTV]

That's right...they are different thicknesses...you use a heat gun....get it hot,,,form it....let it cool....the type of adhesive he used i just posted to a comment below..

[@achilles2212]

Makes me want to take out factory console and stretch scarlet red hide front to back. Masterful Craftsmanship !!!

[@ScottieDTV]

lol..Do it!!...Glad you enjoyed the information!

[@vegasheat71]

This guy is a real upholstery master craftsman.

[@ScottieDTV]

For sure!!

[@abruptlyblunt]

about once a year i come back and watch this video just because i like watching them build this console ....

[@ScottieDTV]

Glad You're enjoying the video...Watch as often as You would like!!

[@ScottieDTV]

Thanks....it's cut from PVC Sheet....than heated to form the shape he needs

[@claytona7333]

I wish I was to this point in my build! I will save this video for future use for sure! Thanks for the video man.

[@ScottieDTV]

Your welcome...Hope it helped!

[@HARMARSCH2]

Very cool idea on doing a vide on making a center console for a vehicle.

[@bncorrigan]

I'd be curious to know how he made the curved center insert for the cup holders and the rest. Beautiful finished product.

[@ScottieDTV]

PVC Sheet and a Heat gun....

[@MrKnoNothing]

ScottieDTV sheet or foam board?

[@DreamCarGarage1]

Beautiful job! Excellent to still see skilled cratsmen at work!

[@ScottieDTV]

No problem....glad you liked it!!

[@NGRANT6000]

Scottie, you are a true artist. Please let us know how much a custom console like that would cost. I cannot find a good shop in Florida that can do that.

[@ScottieDTV]

Thanks...but I just shoot the videos...Tim on the other hand...is a true craftsman....you can't just buy a console....you have to send the car to Tennessee....

[@NGRANT6000]

Unfortunately I'm a little ways from Tennessee. You guys keep up the good work! A lot of this kind of work is a dying art, but you guys are on top!

[@ScottieDTV]

Nick Grant I hear ya...thanks for the comment...

[@timmay0330]

I would love to see a list of products used. What is that channel for the sliding lid and where to buy? Besides the PVC what is the dense foam overlay called? Also how were the curves inside the console made? Great Video!

[@ScottieDTV]

Thanks for checking it out...Glad You enjoyed it!

[@remiew45]

ScottieD....I don't know whether you know or not, but it would be interesting to know how he bent the center portion of the console to get the curves to it. Someone below asked the same question, and the reply was to heat it. That may very well be true, but to heat something up, there are many ways to do it. I would assume a heat gun, but then again it may be something else. Also I would like to know (if you know) what he formed the piece around to get the curves to it. TIA.

[@ScottieDTV]

Ask them facebook.com/Pro-Auto-Custom-Interiors-by-Steve-Holcomb-387344154615199/ They use a heat gun....and for bigger things a salamander...it really doesn't matter as long as it will get the plastic sheet to a temp it can be molded....

[@merrette]

Ruger Super Blackhawk! I almost spit my coffee out! LOVE IT!!!

[@ScottieDTV]

lol..Cool!

[@ScottieDTV]

Cool...thanks for checking it out!

[@relvisonsilva7895]

good day I am in the state of Roraima, Brazil and enjoyed the videos you guys hope to see more videos of you. Congratulations learned a lot ...

[@ScottieDTV]

Cool..Glad you enjoy the channel!!

[@relvisonsilva7895]

ScottieDTV thank you

[@ScottieDTV]

You mount pieces of wood to the floor than drill through the braces in this.. to get a tight fit...depending on what car your installing it is....you have to figure out what will work best

[@drtyheretic]

Nice video. How is the track for the sliding door attached? How is the top of the console held down?

[@kwasyd]

Great video. Im curious how he got contour on the plastic part of the console. I see he cut shape in from top to bottom but it also looks like it shape or lean on the sides. Did he heat that to shape it? Thanks for the videos

[@cwbell12]

Great video. It would be great to know how he did the sliding door.

[@emilyb5617]

Hey Scotty my husband is restoring a 1971 Pontiac LeMans & is wanting to do a custom console. Can you share with me where your buddy is getting his pvs foam sheeting supplied through? Thanks for your time & help.

[@ScottieDTV]

See past comments....

[@turbocobra]

That was awesome! Thanks for sharing this. What was the white plastic stuff? Where did he purchase that at? We have to build a console for our mustang, and would like to use something like that. Thanks!