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Tuffy consoles... Do you like them?? And cheapest??

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by DanStew, Oct 12, 2004.

  1. DanStew

    DanStew Preowned Merkin salesman Staff Member

    Well i put a spare stereo i have in my ammo can and boy is it a bit small for it. I am using a 50 caliber ammo can right now and if i mounted the stereo in it i will only have a very very small opening for stuff in the can besides the stereo. So I am looking at the tuffy consoles. it will be better for me to get one already made and ready for the stereo, have it lockable and some cup holders ;) The wife pretty much OK'd the purchase, i just am wondering how good the quality is and where would be the cheapest place to get one?? I priced directly from Tuffy adn they want $290. Quadratec wants $254 for one, i am just looking to get a little cheaper. And what the heck is the color codes?? I cant find what code is for black :(

    Thanks!!!!
     
    DanStew, Oct 12, 2004
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  2. 53Flattie

    53Flattie Intigator

    Check eBay. I've seen them go for very reasonable prices there.
     
    53Flattie, Oct 12, 2004
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  3. DanStew

    DanStew Preowned Merkin salesman Staff Member

    Thanks timmy!! I found the one i like but it is still pricy for the buy it now, but if i can get it for the start price that would be nice. I wonder how good the Smittybuilt ones are?? They have them for alot cheaper in the magazines and ebay, i wonder if they are worth it.
     
    DanStew, Oct 12, 2004
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  4. 65CJ5

    65CJ5 Member

    I have a Tuffy in the M715, like it a lot. They are the most expensive but provide the best security. I also got the model that has a spot to mount a radio in it. I got mine new off an ebay auction. Seemed to be the cheapest way to get one. And the cupholders turned out to be great. Didn't think I'd care about that but there's no where else to put them in a military truck like that!

    Stan
     
    65CJ5, Oct 13, 2004
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  5. BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's

    Dan, I've got the one with radio mount in it and love it, may be a tight fit in a 5 though.
    Code for black is 01.
    Got mine from Krage, they were the cheapest around.
     
    BlueFlu, Oct 13, 2004
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  6. DanStew

    DanStew Preowned Merkin salesman Staff Member

    How much did it run for you?? I actually got plenty of room since i do not have stock monuts, i have about 12 inches of space between seats so i can get the wider one.
     
    DanStew, Oct 13, 2004
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  7. lynn

    lynn Time machine / Early CJ5 HR Rep Staff Member

    I don't know if Bob Supplee deals in these... it may be worthwhile giving him a call...(405)799-8977
     
    lynn, Oct 13, 2004
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  8. BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's

    $230 ish to my door.
     
    BlueFlu, Oct 13, 2004
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  9. scottbruns

    scottbruns New Member

    Dan,

    I have one in my YJ. I really like it. Very good construction.

    I put my CB in the radio slot. Get the cup holders. Mine hold really big cups with ease.

    I also have rear wheel well storage boxes, the ones that will hold 6x9 speakers. Again, nice construction, sturdy. They secure the speakers well.
     
    scottbruns, Oct 13, 2004
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  10. 61CJ5

    61CJ5 Member

    I got mine from krage, didn't see it cheaper anywhere else. I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again, it is very well built. Having somewhere lockable to keep things in the CJ is a huge convenience.

    I also ran my fuel pump / engine kill switches into the center console as an added security - just switch them both off and lock it up.
     
    61CJ5, Oct 13, 2004
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  11. DanStew

    DanStew Preowned Merkin salesman Staff Member

    Thanks Everyone. It looks like it will defiantely be the Tuffy, pretty neat putting the kill switches in the box, never thought of that one :)
     
    DanStew, Oct 13, 2004
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  12. BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's

    Hmm thats a good idea. May need to think on that one. ;)
     
    BlueFlu, Oct 13, 2004
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  13. cla451

    cla451 Member

    I bought a cheap one for my YJ. Then I splurged for the 10" wide Tuffy console for the CJ. Wow what a difference. That $60 console just is so not worth the trouble of not being able to have a cup of coffee not spill and bounce all over the place (boy that was a lot of double negatives).

    I then got the dual overhead radio box and man is that CJ stylin'!

    I couldn't imagine that I would spend upwards of $500 on cupholders and stereo/cb mounts but I am so glad I did.

    just look the other way when your shelling out the dough - it pays for itself with happiness.
     
    cla451, Oct 13, 2004
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