How are center console switches mounted?

philipguziec · 07-12-2004, 07:59 AM

I just converted my 89 930 from some kinda factory one off center console for a CD/player to the factory stubby center console. Problem is, I didn't get whatever plate is used to mount the switches. How are the A/C, Flasher, and rear defroster switches mounted to the little stubby center console?

Also, in the process, I broke the funky electromechanical A/C control switch. Does the little diaphragm thingie on top disconnect from the switch? I guess I need to get a new switch.

I'd almost rather have no center console. The stubby one is better but I still hit my right leg on it. Don't the early style cars have no console? I wonder where I could relocate the switches. Anyone done this?

jakermc · 07-12-2004, 08:41 AM

I have the wiring harness and knobs from my '83 SC available if you need the parts. They are rotary switches for the temp control and fan speed and all the wiring behind them. Just let me know via pm.

unimog · 07-13-2004, 10:54 AM

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Originally posted by philipguziec
Don't the early style cars have no console? I wonder where I could relocate the switches. Anyone done this?

I pulled out the console on my '87 (I needed the leg room to bend my leg). I have removed my AC so I did not need to move those switches (I'll check to see if my "funky electromechanical A/C control switch" is around, if so, you can have it for free), so I just move the other switches into the dash area, by the cig.lighter. Easy to cut since, the hole areas are already marked. The wiring harness reaches fine, so no problem there. It is kind of a bit_h to reach the back of them with all the AC and fresh air ducting (removed on mine), but worth the effort. I can takes some photos if you like. I still need to install new carpet in the center area, and decide on the shifter boot set-up, ( I have the stripped down 'racer' look right now).

philipguziec · 07-13-2004, 01:55 PM

I'd love the switch, if you don't mind. I'll send you a pm. I'll probably try keeping the lower center console and adjusted pedals first, but may strip it all the way out if it bugs me and I can figure out where to put the A/C switches.

david914 · 07-13-2004, 03:32 PM

I like the idea of making a piece to locate them where the ashtray resides. It's not far from the original location (meaning you may not have problems with the temp sensing tube being too short - VERY important!), and if you do it right, it'll look factory.

philipguziec · 07-14-2004, 05:37 AM

Sounds like an interesting idea. Know anyone who has gone that route?