Over Head Console

[human5]

I noticed in one of the rangers in the F/S forum someones got an over head console out of an Explorer. I have an 04 b2300 and would like to add some more storage so I was thinking of picking up an over head console. Anyone got an ideas on what year explorer would work and any tips on instalation? Thanks in advance for any advice.

[Wicked_Sludge]

the only storage space in the consoles is a small compartment for sunglasses. most people want them more for the clock, lights and thermometer. any year explorer with the console will work, but it isnt really a bolt in install.

[PARKINGLOT]

actually, it does literally bolt in, it's the wiring that makes it not "really" a bolt-in...

[Tominator]

The wring is not that difficult. If you've ever wired a stereo or even a set of auxiliary lights then you have the skill.

What separates the men from the boys is having the guts to carve up your headliner!:haha:

It is well worth the effort and really sets off the interior. I installed the Explorer dual lighted vanity mirrored sun visors at the same time. The factory Explorer pigtail has the bulbs made right into the harness.:icon_cheers:

[human5]

I just wanted to say thanks to everyone who posted. I went junkyard hopping today and didn't find many explorers. The ones I did find didn't have a factory over head console or they had already been taken out. So I guess for now this project will be on hold till I can find a console.

[BuckyB]

There are 2 kinds of OH consoles to look out for. One has a compartment for either a garage door remote or sunglasses, and the other has a control for a sunroof. Most of us have found the first kind more usefull. Make sure you get the wiring harness, the mounting bracket and the temperature sensor that mounts behind the front grill.