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Old 03-22-09, 12:52 PM
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Default Interesting things to do with Ashtray?

I was searching forums could not really find any threads or ideas so I thought I would ask to see what responses I get.


I am not a smoker, at least not in my car nor will anyone be smoking I was wondering if there is any interesting concepts done with the ashtray area.


Any pics would be nice or ideas.
Old 03-22-09, 01:03 PM
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Other than putting some type of gauge in there you can put your change in there.
Old 03-22-09, 01:23 PM
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If you have Tein coilovers w/ EDFC, you can put the controller in there I believe. If you have air suspension, you can mount a digital controller in there as well.
Old 03-22-09, 01:24 PM
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I've seen EQ's and spectrum analyzers mounted there. A friend of mine lined his with felt and puts his change in it. The felt keeps the coins from 'clanking' around against the hard surface. I use mine for gum or individually wrapped breath mints.
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You can put an eject button there like me.
Old 03-22-09, 02:27 PM
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Boost controller or an itty bitty 2.5" tv screen or put a backup camera in there so when you flip it open you can watch yourself drive on your in-dash monitor. Possibly convert it to a flower holder like the Vw Bugs have.
Old 03-22-09, 03:29 PM
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I've seen: Boost/misc gauges, SAFC, Air suspension controllers....

I just use mine for garbage, I don't smoke nor let anyone smoke in the car either, they'll light up my curtains. jk
Old 03-22-09, 06:06 PM
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airride controller
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NOS switch.
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if your does not have NAV......if you can find a small GPS unit.....and mold it in......then it would flip in and out when you open the ash tray........
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Originally Posted by sleeper408
You can put an eject button there like me.
I demand pictures.
Old 03-22-09, 10:39 PM
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Originally Posted by sleeper408
You can put an eject button there like me.
Time for a DIY guide!
Old 03-23-09, 05:39 AM
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I have my suspension controller in mine, different car but you could do the same. The lined with felt idea is a good also, before this I kept change in there.
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I use the ashtray as a condom holder.
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I keep a gnome in mine. ...helps with window cleaning, oil changes, occasional financial advice.


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