Pics of new armrest accessory in development. - Page 6 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

jeebus · 09-19-2012, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by colHolm

Any particular reason some people don't like the idea of drilling into the console to install? The more feedback I can give, the better for all of us!

I'd prefer not to drill, but if this was a nice enough piece I would. However, some 3m would be a better idea IMO.

Hix · 09-19-2012, 04:03 PM

You are getting a page of responses an hour. Might as well start a preorder and let us all get in on the first batch of 100.

CBR600RR · 09-19-2012, 04:03 PM

Honestly I think it could be way cheaper to make and be much more fuctional if it could just be placed in the 'bin' section of the center console. This is hard to describe but what would hold it in place is this; the underside sinks into the console slightly. Maybe with a felt underside so it fits snuggly. then if you don't want it there or want to use the cup holders you just lift it out and rest it in the back seat.

there would be no need for a locking mechinism, latch, hinges, or that base mounting peice... just a nice armrest that sits in there snugly leaving all the space underneith.

CBR600RR · 09-19-2012, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by colHolm

If I knew this thread would get so much attention, I would have cleaned the underside of the armrest! Oops.

LOL

ftc~brz · 09-19-2012, 04:19 PM

i like that one

xpicer · 09-19-2012, 04:21 PM

me want!!!!!

mach330 · 09-19-2012, 04:29 PM

I'll down with this.

Tap'd from my G-Nex

colHolm · 09-19-2012, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hix

You are getting a page of responses an hour. Might as well start a preorder and let us all get in on the first batch of 100.

I wish I could... but I'm not a vendor and this isn't my part. I'm just testing this part out for Scion Canada, and posted up here to get some feedback on it for them.

jesperswe · 09-19-2012, 04:35 PM

Dear god, that's what I'm missing the most on my GT86, a proper armrest!

Tell that Scion Canada to ship some over to Sweden, hehe!

OmarGC · 09-19-2012, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaJoian

Nice little upgrade. I would take one too if price is reasonable.

Also a few suggestions; like some have already mentioned, they would have a lot more people interested if they can implement the following:

a small slot for the power outlet (so wire can thread through for accessories),
a sliding mechanism so the armrest slides back instead of flipping.
a magnet that attaches the base to the console rather than having to drill for installation.

Just my 2 cents, but I would really like to see these on the final product.

All of this, the big deal breaker for me is the passenger not being able to get to a drink easily. I normally ask my female companion hand it to me lol...

avusblue · 09-19-2012, 04:37 PM

1) I have no problem drilling & screwing into the console to install this. I would consider this a permanent installation, and I'd want it to be rigidly installed with strength and integrity. Tape (on that textured plastic surface), magnets, and/or a friction fit in the well just aren't going to cut it.

2) The side opening is fine. That's going to have the most sturdy hinge. A rear-hinging lid would be fragile and wobbly. Something that slides or accomodates drinks is going to be unneccessarily complex and fiddly. Simpler is better.

3) Adding a tiny channel for a power cord to exit would be fine, but that also could be very easily done by the owner himself with a hasp file as well.

In summary -- this design is very close to what is installed in the NB Miata and that works very well. It looks well-thought-out and well-executed as it sits. Go for it, as-is.

sdshores08 · 09-19-2012, 04:43 PM

And a sliding version wouldn't work with the rear seats folded down

Zxtole · 09-19-2012, 04:50 PM

Put me down for one as well! Can't wait to see when it's available.

SkAsphalt · 09-19-2012, 04:59 PM

I would certainly order this part

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Hix Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: 2017 WRB PP Location: Houston Posts: 423 Thanks: 65 Thanked 126 Times in 82 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	You are getting a page of responses an hour. Might as well start a preorder and let us all get in on the first batch of 100.

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CBR600RR Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: Raven Black Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 1,343 Thanks: 451 Thanked 563 Times in 276 Posts Mentioned: 6 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Honestly I think it could be way cheaper to make and be much more fuctional if it could just be placed in the 'bin' section of the center console. This is hard to describe but what would hold it in place is this; the underside sinks into the console slightly. Maybe with a felt underside so it fits snuggly. then if you don't want it there or want to use the cup holders you just lift it out and rest it in the back seat. there would be no need for a locking mechinism, latch, hinges, or that base mounting peice... just a nice armrest that sits in there snugly leaving all the space underneith.

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jesperswe Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: GT86 Location: sweden Posts: 267 Thanks: 0 Thanked 73 Times in 42 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Dear god, that's what I'm missing the most on my GT86, a proper armrest! Tell that Scion Canada to ship some over to Sweden, hehe!

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avusblue Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: 2013 FR-S, Manual, Argento Location: Saint Paul, Minn. Posts: 141 Thanks: 307 Thanked 267 Times in 50 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	1) I have no problem drilling & screwing into the console to install this. I would consider this a permanent installation, and I'd want it to be rigidly installed with strength and integrity. Tape (on that textured plastic surface), magnets, and/or a friction fit in the well just aren't going to cut it. 2) The side opening is fine. That's going to have the most sturdy hinge. A rear-hinging lid would be fragile and wobbly. Something that slides or accomodates drinks is going to be unneccessarily complex and fiddly. Simpler is better. 3) Adding a tiny channel for a power cord to exit would be fine, but that also could be very easily done by the owner himself with a hasp file as well. In summary -- this design is very close to what is installed in the NB Miata and that works very well. It looks well-thought-out and well-executed as it sits. Go for it, as-is.

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sdshores08 Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: 2013 Ultramarine FR-S, AT Location: Socal Posts: 33 Thanks: 16 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	And a sliding version wouldn't work with the rear seats folded down

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Zxtole Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: FR-S Location: USA Posts: 30 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Put me down for one as well! Can't wait to see when it's available.

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