Cup holders

[Black150]

I have a bench seat, so i've been using one of those cup holders that sits on the floor.
http://www.silvicamp.com/images/clxt5.gif
I'm tired of it!

I've seen the ones that attach to the ac vent, those any good? Not too fond of the window hanger ones, but any and all ideas are welcome.

 

[Skandocious]

Does your bench have the two metal studs that stick off the front? If so, you can use a stock cupholder like mine.

 

[Black150]

Ooooooh, so that's what those studs are for.

Hell, even that's better than what i have now. I would still like some other options, but that would do if no one else chimes in. Where did you get it Chris, and is that what you use up front as well?

 

[Skandocious]

eBay is your best friend Lost (Larry) is always spotting these things on ebay. I found a tan one and painted it gray to match. You might even want to contact him-- he might have some in his parts piles.

Gray:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FORD...m14QQhashZitem280273193986QQitemZ280273193986

Red:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford...m14QQhashZitem230298498013QQitemZ230298498013

Tan:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/92-9...m14QQhashZitem120314682620QQitemZ120314682620


And a smaller variety that won't interfere with stick shifts on the front bench:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/92-9...m14QQhashZitem140273445544QQitemZ140273445544

 

[Black150]

Awesome, i'm looking. Thanks Chris

 

[O'Rattlecan]

I've got one too. It's awesome. It doesn't mix well with manual transmissions, but your signature says E4OD, so you should be in the clear...

Ryan

 

[Black150]

Yeah, it's lookin like that's gonna be my choice. But i'm worried it won't fit things like big gulps and such.


I previously mentioned the ac vent ones because they are adjustable.

 

[Brian_B]

Mine does not have a stud sticking out of the seat.

I just have a console thing that sits in the seat. It has cup holders and storage in it. The lid flips up and has a clipboard for writing.

The cup holders are adjustable and will hold large bottles.

It has a strap under it to hook to those child seat things (like my truck has one!)

Mine:

Borrowed pic:

 

[radialarm]

The one in my truck is factory and has a rectangle compartment on the left side and a single drink holder on the right, and it will fit those drink cups with a small dia base but not a big gulp or coke can w/cozy

 

[Skandocious]

Yeah I'm fairly certain it'll fit a big gulp no problem. I've got a peanut butter jar. Lemme see if that'll fit.

Peanut butter jar was a no-go, but that thing is damned big (bigger than a big gulp). So I just took some pics with a soda can in it, to give you a basis for comparison.

 

[Mr. Stroker]

I love the cup holders in my dads truck, has the captains chairs that has the center console with the two cup holders then the ash try that pops out and has to more, so theres a total of 4 holders!.

The one in my truck is ok with the captains and the center console. PITA taking the black inserts out for a bigger cup but o well, i wish i had the split bench like skan has in his truck. Thought about looking for one at the junk yard.

 

[Black150]

I have been thinkin about getting some different seats, i hate my current bench. Can't even get a seat cover for it without losing use of the armrest.

 

[godblessmud]

i'm worried it won't fit things like big gulps and such.

man i dont know why but this thread cracks me up!

 

[Black150]

man i dont know why but this thread cracks me up!

Hey, what's wrong with a big gulp. They can be quite thirst quenching.


Question, how far does that "stock" cupholder stick out from the seat? Would a middle passenger be able to fit their legs over it without a problem?

 

[SuperCab]

Yeah, nothing like a big gulp!

How do you guys think I feel - my '74 has NO CUPHOLDERS! Not 1!

I avoid cups - bottles are better - they can sit on the floor.

 

[Skandocious]

It sticks out pretty far and would probably be a nuisance for a middle passenger. Buts it's very easily removable.

 

[Brian_B]

......How do you guys think I feel - my '74 has NO CUPHOLDERS! Not 1!....

My 56 did not either. Then again...the driver must be careful when trying to drink something. From the factory---No power steering, No power brakes, and a standard transmission. That kept you busy enough around town.

I do have power brakes now, but driving it is not something you want to do in town while trying to eat or drink.

Out on the road it is not a big problem. The driver must be wary of sharp curves when drinking something though. You need both hands to turn the thing.

 

[Black150]

The driver must be wary of sharp curves when drinking something though. You need both hands to turn the thing.

solution: camel pack for a truck I'd use it!

 

[Brian_B]

solution: camel pack for a truck I'd use it!

What is that?

My solution? Starting to collect original parts from cars to add "stock looking" power steering to the old truck.

And I will add front and rear anti-sway bars from a Bronco II when I can go to a salvage yard...err...ummm...auto recycler and get some.

 

[Black150]

Yeah, auto recycler.

It's a backpack turned water pouch, with a straw that extends over to your mouth. Comes in handy while out riding the bikes.