Cubby hole ideas

[Sjacko20]

What is the rectangular blanking plate underneath hiding, would be a great spot to add some ambient lighting mods if there is any space behind it?

 

[Ads_Essex]

Didn't T5 owners replace that part with red cabin light consoles that came out of Passats?

 

[Pauly]

I picked up an A3 ambient lighting module yesterday to try out for size

 

[Sjacko20]

I picked up an A3 ambient lighting module yesterday to try out for size

Look forward to hearing how you get on @Pauly

 

[Lord Mfwic]

I picked up an A3 ambient lighting module yesterday to try out for size

I'm interested to see how this turns out.

 

[Ed Webb]

Me too I'm convinced that blank plate has potential. Luckily this forum has some very clever on it.

 

[Pauly]

I went for the a3 module as I know it's used in a few different models so hoping there's somewhere to mount it but from previous experience it's tricky as you have to blind drill a couple holes that need to line up exactly with the LEDs will see how it goes

 

[andys]

After seeing video of the Cali XXXXXXXXXXL I like the idea of putting a projector in it with a drop down screen

 

[Mike Aubury]

Sorry for posting to an old thread - anyone got any idea how to remove the inner liner ?
Are there any power line i can hook up to ?

only be useful to have a 12v -> usb charger from there for my dashcam..

 

[JaySal]

Sorry for posting to an old thread - anyone got any idea how to remove the inner liner ?
Are there any power line i can hook up to ?

only be useful to have a 12v -> usb charger from there for my dashcam..

Cant you take power from the interior lights?

 

[Pauly]

Cant you take power from the interior lights?

No there is not a permanent supply on the lighting it times out after a while to stop you getting a flat batt if you leave a door open or an interior loght on

 

[JaySal]

Does it still timeout when driving though or just when parked?

 

[Pauly]

TBH I'm not sure if I had to guess I think always
I would guess (and it is a guess) it will time out 10-20mins after the last activation event which is any door opening or closing or any motion of the central locking system

 

[JaySal]

TBH I'm not sure if I had to guess I think always
I would guess (and it is a guess) it will time out 10-20mins after the last activation event which is any door opening or closing or any motion of the central locking system

I might have to leave one of the map reading lights on when I go to work tomorrow see how long it lasts

 

[Lord Mfwic]

I have a 4 hour drive tomorrow. If I remember I'll leave a map light on and report back.
I'd be interested in fitting more USB charge points as mine has the comfort dash and only comes with 1 usb in the middle glove box.

 

[JaySal]

My initial thought would be why would you want a usb there but if you have a pop top it would be ideal spot to plug the phone/tablet or torches into. Once we all figure something suitable I might look into 3d printing a front panel.

 

[Blitz]

Can I have mine in fake walnut Austin Montego style

 

[JaySal]

Im strictly a Datsun Sunny plastic type of guy.

 

[Pauly]

I might have to leave one of the map reading lights on when I go to work tomorrow see how long it lasts

Now you say that the map lights are always available when you are driving so a running engine must override the timer relay so my guess is probably wrong ??

 

[Mike Aubury]

Actually - for me - having it go off with the ignition wouldn't be a bad thing if its powering a dashcam
I was also thinking about getting something 3d printed to go on the front - dunno what yet - but I like playing with arduinos and other micro controllery type things - so I can think of a few possible displays

Still interested to know how to get that liner out so I can take a poke around..