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« Reply #30 on: May 22, 2008, 11:13:10 AM » |
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I found the directions on www.sparkstoyota.com and decided that it was easier for me to have the dealer install it. My wife got a sunroof but I decided not to spend the money since I have never used any sunroofs on any of my cars. Not sure if I am going to use the storage but it is not to bad looking. God bless John |
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« Reply #31 on: May 28, 2008, 03:11:38 PM » |
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Installed the overhead console this morning and was surprised how easy it was...once I got over the emotional trauma of drawing on the headliner with a Sharpie then taking an X-acto knife to it. Although I didn't time the installation, it probably took about an hour at a slow and careful pace. I took lots of pictures and will follow up with a detailed report.
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« Reply #32 on: May 28, 2008, 03:17:21 PM » |
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i have the overhead console and i love it. i store cd's, sunglasses, and other misc stuff. it also adds a nice look to the interior!
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« Reply #33 on: May 28, 2008, 09:12:54 PM » |
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The added storage is a real PLUS. It was a very simple install.
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« Reply #34 on: May 28, 2008, 11:16:37 PM » |
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I feel the same as JOEY and JDKD. I find the overhead console very useful. It also adds to the interior.
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rosconey
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« Reply #35 on: June 08, 2008, 01:16:49 PM » |
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ordered one from sparks yesterday
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« Reply #36 on: September 01, 2008, 07:50:44 PM » |
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Ordered my Scion with this and I have been very happy with the fit and finish (installed by the dealer.) I'm just wondering - anyone want to take on the task of fitting a digital picture frame into the picture frame slot that they have there? I'm not sure that I am mechanically inclined enough to do it, but it seems with power (for the lights) already there it shouldn't be too difficult.
Thoughts?
Michael
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Michael
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« Reply #37 on: September 01, 2008, 10:18:29 PM » |
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ohh thats a cool idea or a little tv monitor. All the pics are gone can someone post a pic of the storage bin down and the pic taken looking right at it so I can see the boxes better. The only ones on here are side views.
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« Reply #38 on: September 01, 2008, 10:36:09 PM » |
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ohh thats a cool idea or a little tv monitor. All the pics are gone can someone post a pic of the storage bin down and the pic taken looking right at it so I can see the boxes better. The only ones on here are side views.
I'll have to take one. Basically, it is wide enough for a CD case, plus the side material itself. |
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« Reply #39 on: October 17, 2008, 04:29:07 PM » |
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It is very easy to install (about 20 minutes). Hardest part is getting up the nerve to cut the headliner. Just make sure you have the template aligned correctly and you should have no problem. Can always use the extra storage space.
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« Reply #40 on: October 19, 2008, 07:03:12 PM » |
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(FIRST POST!) I got the box for like 180 off ebay- Frank Toyota Its the roomiest overhead i've ever seen......holding like 12 cds and sunglasses. It doesn't block your vision. I only have 1 complaint- it is a convection oven. I guess because it is in the space between the headliner and the roof-it gets EXTREMELY hot in there during the summer months. I worry if my CDs are going to melt, and metal sunglasses are sometimes uncomfortably hot to put on. But i'm glad i got it.  |
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« Reply #41 on: October 19, 2008, 07:32:51 PM » |
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(FIRST POST!) I got the box for like 180 off ebay- Frank Toyota Its the roomiest overhead i've ever seen......holding like 12 cds and sunglasses. It doesn't block your vision. I only have 1 complaint- it is a convection oven. I guess because it is in the space between the headliner and the roof-it gets EXTREMELY hot in there during the summer months. I worry if my CDs are going to melt, and metal sunglasses are sometimes uncomfortably hot to put on. But i'm glad i got it. Hmmm, that could come in handy for warming up snacks  |
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« Reply #42 on: October 19, 2008, 09:50:16 PM » |
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My xB is black and I am having the same concerns, but I was thinking that I could grab one of those burritos on long trips and just toss it in there. Then, when I'm ready for a snack... dig in.
Michael
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« Reply #43 on: October 20, 2008, 09:15:44 PM » |
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maybe you could rig to make popcorn! my sunglasses do get hot sometimes in there, but i just hold them in front of the AC vent for a few seconds and they're good to go! |
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THE MAN IN BLACK (sand pearl!!!)
16" scion alloys (for now)
sirius satellite radio (in-dash son)
15% tint on all windows (even the windshield)
hand grenade shifter (anti-theft device)
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« Reply #44 on: October 20, 2008, 11:14:12 PM » |
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My xB is black and I am having the same concerns, but I was thinking that I could grab one of those burritos on long trips and just toss it in there. Then, when I'm ready for a snack... dig in.
Michael
Ahhh...another plus for Classic Sliver Metallic. As for warm burritos, I told my wife if she didn't eat in the car I wouldn't drive in the dining room. |
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