Armrest hole... Where to cut?

[Squintstream]

Hi All,

Plan to fit an armrest this weekend

Just want to confirm 100% before taking a Dremel (or other sharp/cutting object) to my centre console…

Do I cut the outside perimeter of the coin tray? If I follow this line, I trust I won’t leave any unsightly gaps between the consol and the rest?

I’ve looked at various pictures and threads, but can’t find a definitive answer on where to cut

Thanks for any guidance you can give me!


Charlie

 

[daboy3000]

Yes, pretty much but it has to be one of the worse things, cutting into your car with a saw.

I think i fitted the bracket first then starting making the hole untill it was big enough to fit the armreast into. Just take your time it can be quite a job!

 

[Squintstream]

Cheers, tell me about it, not looking forward to the first cut!

As you say, will probably fit the bracket first and take my T...I...M...E

 

[andi leon frtdi]

I fitted my one last week and i took out the centre console, turned it upside down and cut around the coin holder near the top of the console(cutting the lip off with it). you will need a 13mm deep socket torque bits sorry i can't remember what size, an allen key and a small screwdriver.