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Main => Main Forum => Topic started by: BillyJack on June 05, 2003, 09:51:37 am
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I think it's in the software board where someone is discussing the drop down cup holders. I started searching for a better price than 5.00 a piece, and stumbled onto a website that sold them for 3.50 a piece (not including shipping of course.) But I also found swing-out cup holders, very cool!
(http://www.rvandvansurplus.com/images/Swing.jpg)
Unfortunately they're 15 a piece. :(
I just thought I'd share this stuff with anyone who is interested.
Thanks,
BillyJack
EDIT: Thanks Hoagie! I forgot that part (duh)
http://www.rvandvansurplus.com/drop-in_cup_holders.htm (http://www.rvandvansurplus.com/drop-in_cup_holders.htm)
sorry...
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Linky (http://www.rvandvansurplus.com/drop-in_cup_holders.htm)
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Sweet, I've been looking for something like these.
Thanks,
wee
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I'll also add:
http://www.happcontrols.com/amusement/acesor/49005900.htm!
http://shop.store.yahoo.com/ahlstrand-marine/noname2.html
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I've got 2 from the ahlstrand-marine place....
not mounted yet.... (cos cab is not done...)
but feels quite strong... good stuffs...
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I picked mine up from that online marine store as well...
pics of flip down mounted/in use (http://ubercade.randomdrivel.com/updatedalbum/index.htm)
SirPoonga's got some pics on his site too (he's the first cab I had seen with these cupholders)
*shrug*
Rampy
eDIT those flip out ones look the same dimensions (eyeballed) as a the 5.25" drive space on a PC... hmmm... I'm thinking cupholder mod =P
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SWEET!!!! I love those hide away cup holders! I bought the flip down type from a marine shop - but haven't installed them yet. I may buy these instead. Anyone want to buy some flip downs from me!!!!! ;D
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Oops. For the Happ's link, I meant to post:
http://www.happcontrols.com/amusement/acesor/27142200.htm
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im glad you messed up, because i need some clamps, lol
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I installed the Happs cup holders on the side my showcase podium. Very secure, even holds glass beer mugs. Having them always sticking out of the side looks a bit dumb.
Those swingout ones would be a nice alternative if they were sturdy enough for mugs.
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im glad you messed up, because i need some clamps, lol
Lol. So do I. Want to share an order to save on shipping? Let me know....
lightstpeed24_98@yahoo.com
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lol, cant make an order yet, still need a bunch of stuff first. and i have to finish the control panel, sorry, lol.
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Old topic sorry for bringing it up again but does anyone that has the flip down type cup holder have dimensions?
Length, Highth, Width and the Width when it is folded out(Just the back part that doesn't move)
Valence
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I went with the Ahlstrand Marine cup holders as well:
(http://retroblast.com/photos/cup-holder.jpg)
They've worked out very nicely, but I really do like those swing-out holders!
Kevin
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The flip up boat ones are approximately 4"x4"x1" (folded up and rounded up)
*Shrug* hope that helps.
Rampy
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As I don't want to seem to "Anal" but the space on my CP is very limited. A 1/4" could mean the difference between them working and not. Kevsteele, when you get a chance, can you grab a ruler and check. I really like the swing ones also, but inside my CP I don't have any room left at all.
Pictures will be forth comming, I promise ( for all the thread jackers out there) ;) ;)
Valence
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well I rounded up so....
Rampy
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I'll double-check the measurements and get back to you.
Kevin
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My cup holders get used all the time.
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I've got 2 from the ahlstrand-marine place....
not mounted yet.... (cos cab is not done...)
but feels quite strong... good stuffs...
ok....
I made some measurements for my cup holder....
when closed...
h = 4 in
w = 4.25 in
d = tiny bit less than 1 in
when open... only expand out....
hope it helps...
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Didn't mean to seem ungratefull to Rampy, just needed a little more percision. Thanks to all.
Valence
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My measurements:
Width: 4 inches
Height 4 inches
Depth: 1 inch at the thickest point
When open, it extends 4.25 inches outward.
My measurements don't quite jibe with hiyu's, so I don't know if it's the way we're measuring or what. Still I hope this helps.
Kevin
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well... if we're getting different brand... it might vary a little... who knows ??.... ;) ;D
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Well I found that I only have 3 3/4 inch room highth to use. So now I know to only buy 1 and see if I can "adjust" it to make it fit.
Valence
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As I don't want to seem to "Anal" but the space on my CP is very limited.
Anal? Hmmm, nobody around here like that...
Ahlstrand Marine
(http://www.oscarcontrols.com/tmp/holderdims1.jpg)
(http://www.oscarcontrols.com/tmp/holderdims2.jpg)
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haaa haaa haa haaa.......
Oscar.... you just made my day !!!.....
haaa haa haaa haa haaa......
ps: mine is exactly like yours.... got from the same store...
haaa haa haa.....
ok... ok.... I admit.... my measurements are not accurate....
Errr.... not accurate enough.... haaa haaa haa.....
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haaa haaa haa haaa.......
Oscar.... you just made my day !!!.....
haaa haa haaa haa haaa......
ps: mine is exactly like yours.... got from the same store...
haaa haa haa.....
ok... ok.... I admit.... my measurements are not accurate....
Errr.... not accurate enough.... haaa haaa haa.....
Sometimes I just can't resist the geek in me... ;D
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In case you need some a *tiny* bit smaller... I got these:
http://www.foreandaftmarine.com/50-79451.htm
They look to be exactly the same as the Ashland's except a bit smaller - they are 3 3/4" wide by 3 7/8" high by 7/8" deep (when closed, 4" when open). You said you needed 3 3/4" high - these are definitely 3 7/8" high :'(
Sorry I don't have the cool measuring thing Oscar has. I feel so unmanly now 8)
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You know, when I posted my measurements... I was going to make some wisecrack about, "not being performed with a digital micronometer or anything.... but...." but I restrained myself... (it's forbidden in the code to take 2 digs at OSCAR in one thread =P)
Rampy
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Kelsey,
LOL! Well, that answers that question conclusively!
I'm glad to see you embrace your inner geek now and then...
Kevin
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Sorry I don't have the cool measuring thing Oscar has. I feel so unmanly now 8)
Actually, A "Real" Manly Man wouldn't use a digital one. j/k :P
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Ok now for a more serious question..........
On the Ahlstrand Marine brand, is the cup ring flush with the top like the one below? I can't tell from any of the pics.
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ok... I just checked....
my cup holder... that 2 upper "c" like clamps... ARE ADJUSTABLE !!!!
that means you make make it wider or narrower !!
;) ;D
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Don;t use them that often do you? Beer steins fit nicely.
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On the Ahlstrand Marine brand, is the cup ring flush with the top like the one below? I can't tell from any of the pics.
It's fairly close -- I'd guess about 1/16" - 1/8" from the very top (sorry, I don't have a micrometer, digital or otherwise ;) )
Kevin
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Heres that cup holder (might be same, or different?). It gives you the demensions also.
http://www.campingworld.com/browse/products/index.cfm?prodID=1655
Here's another:
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jhtml?id=0001532011804a&type=product&cmCat=static_product
THE CHEAPEST I'VE FOUND!:
http://www.stright-mackay.com/pages/asp/details.asp?HeadingID=884