Re[2]: Center console Lift?

[Toby Erkson <Toby_Erkson@ccm2.hf.intel.com>]

A center console would be a custom creation.  Try looking in a JC Whitney 
catalog as they sell all kinds of stuff and I have seen what you're talking 
about.  I don't know if it'll fit a VW, however.  You got that E-brake and 
heater controls to get to!

As for lifting, well, how high?  Adjustable spring plates can give up to a 
2" lift (or drop) but you must remove your old spring plates; 
air-adjustable shocks are more versatile way; wrap the rims in taller 
rubber (taller tires) but now you run into speedometer offset, engine 
cooling problems, and slower takeoff speeds but higher highway speeds; and 
you can go the more permanent way of removing and replacing the spring 
plates at a different spline location (good for big lifts/drops).  The 
cheapest method, and one you can do yourself, is by using the 
air-adjustable shocks (about $70).  Adjustable spring plates for a T3 run 
around $200 and professional installation another $200 (can vary).  If you 
have a garage, the tools and the time you could do it yourself in about a 
weekend (removing the quarter panels will make it easier).  I have no idea 
about tire costs.

     Toby Erkson
     air_cooled_nut@pobox.com
     modified '72 VW Squareback 2.0L
     stock '75 Porsche 914 1.8L


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Subject: Re: Center console Lift?
Author:  type-3-errors@umich.edu at SMTPGATE
Date:    1/6/97 12:15 AM


 Hi people. I am looking for a center console that goes between the front
 seats. I was told that there was no such thing for VW. I've seen them though.
 If you know where to get one please e-mail me. Also i need door and window
 rubber. If you know of anyplace that sells after-market rubber please tell
 me.

 Thanx Steve W.
 -'69 Squareback

 p.s. is there a real good way to lift a square back?