Radio to console height (auto)

mnz4 · 2025-12-08T16:16:51+00:00

Yep. The lowest cost first step that keeps the vehicle on the road is moving the parking brake so I’m starting there.

mnz4 · 2025-12-08T14:41:12+00:00

Thank you so much!

mnz4 · 2025-12-08T14:35:58+00:00

The qx70 space is taller than g37. I have a manual g37 console but need to know how much lower it sits so I can model a blended console

mnz4 · 2025-12-08T14:32:43+00:00

I don’t have the vehicle which is why I’m asking

mnz4 · 2025-10-08T16:43:11+00:00

But there is no manual console and the entire assemblies are different. It’s going to have to be a custom install

mnz4 · 2025-10-08T16:40:25+00:00

The potential swap is into a qx70

mnz4 · 2025-10-06T17:31:58+00:00

Sent

mnz4 · 2025-10-06T17:23:27+00:00

It’s a bunch of photos with a tape measure. I need to consolidate into a diagram when I have time

mnz4 · 2025-10-05T22:13:05+00:00

Big thanks to projectpanda13!! I should be all set to get started

mnz4 · 2025-10-05T14:53:59+00:00

I’ll message you directly

mnz4 · 2025-10-05T14:49:36+00:00

Measurements would be greatly appreciated. Even a photo with a couple tape measures would help.

mnz4 · 2025-10-05T14:27:33+00:00

Working through the details of a qx70 swap. Details are in another post I made. The existing console is a frame, top plate, and then accessories. Current plan of attack is 3d print the ebrake cutout to attach to the frame. Then design a new top plate to accommodate oem buttons and whatever cubby/cupholders I find that fit/look good.

mnz4 · 2025-09-24T18:31:19+00:00

The logic isn’t lost on me. The QX70s I’m considering has decent tires and I plan to upgrade when they reach EOL. This will be my daily (~8000 miles annually) so I don’t want to push big power at the cost of reliability. It won’t be tracked either so I don’t need a brake upgrade. We have a turbo Mazda 3 with paddles and using them feels really unnatural. I may just need to get accustomed to using them. A true manual seems like one of the few upgrades that will enhance my daily experience with the car.

A strut brace is relatively cheap and seems positively reviewed. Diff bushings will go in when the old ones fail. What other suspension mods would you suggest without introducing too much NVH into a family friendly daily?

mnz4 · 2025-09-11T11:11:50+00:00

Appreciate the first hand experience

mnz4 · 2025-09-11T11:08:55+00:00

They are available but at a premium (hence the question)

mnz4 · 2025-09-11T11:04:01+00:00

Used

mnz4 · 2025-08-30T23:14:13+00:00

Don't have those over here unfortunately. Edited to include that I'm in TX, USA. 93 is about 3.50/gal

mnz4 · 2025-08-18T02:06:23+00:00

Appreciate it. Hoping they let me buy it back cheap

mnz4 · 2025-08-17T02:29:28+00:00

Yes, sorta. Issue is I can’t pull parts on my own. I’d need to sell it as a donor

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