09 Center console backward compatible?
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Senior Moderator
Yeah, you know you don't just come up here and say "mod it" and NOT provide pics.
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#7
Torch & Pitchfork Posse
And how does it hold up with fingerprints and smudges? I can take it or leave it, but when I saw it at the auto show the 1st thing I saw when I opened the door was smears and fingerprints. ![ugh](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/ugh.gif)
As it is I keep a microfiber cloth in the drink holder bin for stoplight dusting.
This might drive me over the edge.
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As it is I keep a microfiber cloth in the drink holder bin for stoplight dusting.
This might drive me over the edge.
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The cup holder is direct replacement.
But the problem is really the center console piece, in which I need to cut and trim some parts to make the 12V fit. However, I did not connect the power to it because it will jam the movement for now. I will have to modify the socket to shorter one.
But the problem is really the center console piece, in which I need to cut and trim some parts to make the 12V fit. However, I did not connect the power to it because it will jam the movement for now. I will have to modify the socket to shorter one.
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Burning Brakes
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I've been tempted by the 2009 console, but the switched accessory plug has me concerned. I wonder if the JDM model still has the plug on the passenger side.....
Rob144
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I better join the club....I keep my microfiber cloth under the driver's seat and a dust bristle brush in the armrest. Great for stoplight dusting of the console and steering wheel controls. ![Joust](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/joust.gif)
I've been tempted by the 2009 console, but the switched accessory plug has me concerned. I wonder if the JDM model still has the plug on the passenger side.....
Rob144
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I've been tempted by the 2009 console, but the switched accessory plug has me concerned. I wonder if the JDM model still has the plug on the passenger side.....
Rob144
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#17
Three Wheelin'
eVTEC, can you tell why the console trim by the front of the silver shift gate appears to be raised up considerably? In the photo there appears to be a height difference of about the thickness of 2 quarters stacked on each other. It looks flush at the back part of the silver trim and then appears to raise up as it gets to the front....
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Three Wheelin'
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Question: I was at an Acura dealership looking at the 09 RL, The shifter is so nice and it flows well with the interior. What is the process in getting that swapped to our RL?
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eVTEC, can you tell why the console trim by the front of the silver shift gate appears to be raised up considerably? In the photo there appears to be a height difference of about the thickness of 2 quarters stacked on each other. It looks flush at the back part of the silver trim and then appears to raise up as it gets to the front....
Can someone go to dealership and check it out, too?
#21
Burning Brakes
Great investigative work. What do you suppose part 68 is in the picture? Is it the console for the 05-08? It appears to have the power socket on the passenger side.
#23
The cup holder is direct replacement.
But the problem is really the center console piece, in which I need to cut and trim some parts to make the 12V fit. However, I did not connect the power to it because it will jam the movement for now. I will have to modify the socket to shorter one.
But the problem is really the center console piece, in which I need to cut and trim some parts to make the 12V fit. However, I did not connect the power to it because it will jam the movement for now. I will have to modify the socket to shorter one.
Thanks for the information. Is the socket that won't fit the original one, or the new one? I was wondering if you could try the older socket or the new socket to see if it would help at all. Maybe you can't swap them, I haven't taken that piece out of my car yet.
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For $350, that mod would be a cool one to have, much like the steering wheel and shift knob.
Chris
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Thanks for the information. Is the socket that won't fit the original one, or the new one? I was wondering if you could try the older socket or the new socket to see if it would help at all. Maybe you can't swap them, I haven't taken that piece out of my car yet. ![Smile](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
For $350, that mod would be a cool one to have, much like the steering wheel and shift knob.
Chris
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For $350, that mod would be a cool one to have, much like the steering wheel and shift knob.
Chris
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Chris
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#29
Some with less critical eyes may be pleased with them.
#30
The cup holder is direct replacement.
But the problem is really the center console piece, in which I need to cut and trim some parts to make the 12V fit. However, I did not connect the power to it because it will jam the movement for now. I will have to modify the socket to shorter one.
But the problem is really the center console piece, in which I need to cut and trim some parts to make the 12V fit. However, I did not connect the power to it because it will jam the movement for now. I will have to modify the socket to shorter one.
Please show pictures of what you had to cut and trim to make the 12V fit.
Thanks
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#33
unofficial HONDA rep
besides for the center console anyone knows if the 09 dashboard black wood or whatever it's called and door panels inserts are compatible with ours? it would be nice to switch out the fake wood color for the black inserts..btu then i would also need the steering wheel and shift knob in addition to the dash and 4 doors.. ![2 Cents](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/2cents.gif)
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besides for the center console anyone knows if the 09 dashboard black wood or whatever it's called and door panels inserts are compatible with ours? it would be nice to switch out the fake wood color for the black inserts..btu then i would also need the steering wheel and shift knob in addition to the dash and 4 doors.. ![2 Cents](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/2cents.gif)
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#35
Burning Brakes
When this gets all figured out by the pioneers, it would be great for one of you studs to lay out a parts list and DIY instructions. I noticed these wood elements in the '09 RL when I was at the dealership and was impressed: it really looks good.
#36
Don't expect any more info from eVTEC. He is to upset with me so he will be punishing all of us.
eVTEC message to me:
"I am not obligated to respond your message and since I did not get hold of computer since your message until yesterday, so much for your "courtesy". You probably could have just dropped me another PM asking if I got your message but you didn't.
I was planning to write something about the mod for the thread and I guess I won't do that after your "courteous" request."
eVTEC, I think you need to grow up.
eVTEC message to me:
"I am not obligated to respond your message and since I did not get hold of computer since your message until yesterday, so much for your "courtesy". You probably could have just dropped me another PM asking if I got your message but you didn't.
I was planning to write something about the mod for the thread and I guess I won't do that after your "courteous" request."
eVTEC, I think you need to grow up.
#37
As someone that has posted countless mods on other forums (many of which were new to the market) I can say the responses (PMs) can be sometimes overwhelming and even a few that are a bit extreme from their belief it is their God given right to receive a timely and quick answer.
There is a certain amount of know how that each man should understand when coming of age and though everyone is on a different level of mechanical skills I am sure it does not take a whole lot in terms of being able to fit this the same as the OP has done.
Fit it, what does not fit, trim.
I am looking at doing this in a month or so and will post up some detailed pics. Need to do the go fast stuff first this month.
There is a certain amount of know how that each man should understand when coming of age and though everyone is on a different level of mechanical skills I am sure it does not take a whole lot in terms of being able to fit this the same as the OP has done.
Fit it, what does not fit, trim.
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Don't expect any more info from eVTEC. He is to upset with me so he will be punishing all of us.
eVTEC message to me:
"I am not obligated to respond your message and since I did not get hold of computer since your message until yesterday, so much for your "courtesy". You probably could have just dropped me another PM asking if I got your message but you didn't.
I was planning to write something about the mod for the thread and I guess I won't do that after your "courteous" request."
eVTEC, I think you need to grow up.
eVTEC message to me:
"I am not obligated to respond your message and since I did not get hold of computer since your message until yesterday, so much for your "courtesy". You probably could have just dropped me another PM asking if I got your message but you didn't.
I was planning to write something about the mod for the thread and I guess I won't do that after your "courteous" request."
eVTEC, I think you need to grow up.
I think MITIA, you're the one who needs to grow up. Like I said earlier, nobody is obligated to reply to you, let alone take your rude comment. I am extremely surprised to see you yelling about me "punishing you guys" here about this minor issue.
It was a surprise to see this kind of nonsense from his PMs.
Here is the deal, I said it is a very easy mod and only needs some minor trimming of the console and the 12V outlet. It is easier than changing the headlight so I think you guys can definitely figure them out. Perhaps except for MITIA because he demands clear photo instructions.
Happy New Year.
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MITIA, if you can be more patient it would help. Or your second PM could ask me if I received your first PM instead of "insulting" me like that. Why should you expect others to reply to you asap, especially during the holiday seasons?
In any case, I was away for vacation for quite a while and I am moving to a new place now so I have no time to take picture whatsoever. One of my heat switch's bulb is gone and if I replace it, i will take some pictures.
PS: I find it very hilarious for you to say I am going to punish the forum members by not posting the install instruction. Get a life man.
In any case, I was away for vacation for quite a while and I am moving to a new place now so I have no time to take picture whatsoever. One of my heat switch's bulb is gone and if I replace it, i will take some pictures.
PS: I find it very hilarious for you to say I am going to punish the forum members by not posting the install instruction. Get a life man.