New Console Lid + Install Guide

[CntryClub007]

I purchased a leather wrapped center console lid from http://www.RedLineGoods.com about a month ago. I finally got around to installing it! Happy with the result, leather is nice and tight. It also matches the seats.

I decided to put together an installation guide for the lid, in case anyone else would like to do the same modification.

I believe they will be listing the product on their website, not sure what pricing will be.

Anyhow, guide below & attached.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Tools Needed:
Phillips Screwdriver

Time Needed:
10 Minutes

Instructions:
1) Open console lid (Figure 1)
2) Unscrew 6 screws circled in red (Figure 2)
3) Separate console lid from backing plate, tabs circled in red (Figure 3)
4) Connect new leather wrapped lid to backing plate
5) Begin to screw in leather wrapped lid; the lid will “click” into the tabs.
6) Finished! (Figure 4)

Figure 1)

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt280/jxa4508/IMG_0376.jpg

Figure 2)

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt280/jxa4508/IMG_0379-2.jpg

Figure 3)

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt280/jxa4508/IMG_0381-2.jpg

Figure 4)

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt280/jxa4508/IMG_0382.jpg

[DRCUSTOMPARTS]

Very nice! When I went to the website and clicked Pontiac there's no products for the G8. Where did you find it there and how much was it?

[Crazy8]

Does it also slide like the CP one?

Looks nice!

[travis gore]

looks nice. thanks for taking the time to do an install guide.

[Crazy Paul]

Does it also slide like the CP one?

Sliding version looks like this underneath.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010079.jpg

[IndyGT]

Thanks for the write-up! I see this is now on the site for $49 + $9 S&H.

http://www.RedLineGoods.com/G80609shiftboot.shtm

CntryClub007, how is the standard padding/comfort compared to stock? I see that there is an option to upgrade to 6/8" or 1 1/8" extra padding. I wouldn't mind a bit more padding/height, but I don't want too much bulk.

[BlueG8GT]

Do they use a factory armrest and recover that or do they fab up a new plastic backing that the padding and leather are then attached to? Do you have a pic of the underside of it?

[MIEngineer]

Looks like the holden non-sliding piece more or less. Nice.

[BlackGT5]

I like it. May have to get that soon. I am waiting to see some pics from members who have purchased the thicker padding.

[J Wikoff]

If you don't care about sliding, this looks like a great alternative to the Holden armrest. I'm trying to decide if I want a two tone cover, or black with red stripes maybe.

[IndyGT]

FYI, I ordered one of these on 2/16, got the following shipping notice on the 2/21:

"Your order is in the mail and it shouldn`t be long before it arrives. Thank you for your business.

We ship from the European Union via priority mail. It should arrive within 6-10 business days from the day of dispatchment. It`s a very good shipping method but there is NO TRACKING NUMBER.

Please be on the lookout for a WHITE PADDED A4 (slightly bigger than LETTER)ENVELOPE.

Due to some countries` import limitations on certain goods, such as "animal-related products", which is not specified but it may or may not include leather (decision`s up to the officer who processes them), we mark all our packages with the following information:

"SYNTHETIC LEATHER PRODUCT SAMPLE."

Stating that it is synthetic leather allows to evade the import limitation described above. The product IS genuine, top grade Italian leather though - as you will know immediately after opening the package (by smell, if nothing else)."
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I had no idea that this was shipping from the EU until I got this notice. I will post an update/pics when it arrives and answer any questions.

[BlackGT5]

Was not aware of that. Their FAQ's state that products ship from Poland. Did you get the standard padding or thicker option?

[Snakey]

What color did you order?

[IndyGT]

What color did you order?

Plain 'ol black. I went with the standard padding too.


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[CaptJoe]

I went to my local trim shop and they did a padded cover for my existing console that cost me $85. in red/black which is close to the original interior color but not quite on the money. If I didn't know the color was different I don't think I would realize it. The padding makes a big difference when you are on a long trip for sure.


2009 G-8 GXP Liquid Red, Sunroof, A6, Complete Borla exhaust system, Full Size Spare & Jack, K&N Drop-In, Radiator Underhood Cover, Rear Caliper Covers, Red/Black Shifter, Padded Red/Black Console cover, Auto Dim Mirror, Drawtite Hitch, GM Advanced Remote, Mild Pinstriping by "Glen”

[IndyGT]

I went to my local trim shop and they did a padded cover for my existing console that cost me $85. in red/black which is close to the original interior color but not quite on the money. If I didn't know the color was different I don't think I would realize it. The padding makes a big difference when you are on a long trip for sure.

Pics?


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[texn884]

Looks like they really know what they are doing. Nice find. How does it feel when you are driving?

[BlueG8GT]

Ordered mine yesterday. Went with the Voilet Blue top and Black sides. Hopefully the blue looks like it did in the pictures on their website.

[Adam]

Glad you did a writeup on this. I put mine on about 2-3 months ago and never got around to doing this. Looks good. Feels much better then stock!

[Snakey]

Ordered mine yesterday. Went with the Voilet Blue top and Black sides. Hopefully the blue looks like it did in the pictures on their website.

Looking forward to seeing this!

[1meand]

I ordered the color samples yesterday. I have a red shifter to compare to their red and will post pictures when it gets here.

[IndyGT]

My cover came this week and got it installed. As you can see it is a cover only, without backing. It is sized to fit directly over the rubberized stock cover. I suppose if you order upgraded padding, you'd get a slightly upsized cover to accommodate the additional thickness and the new foam would go in between the leather cover and the stock rubber.

The quality of the leather is very good. The color and grain match better than the picture suggests - matches the seats. The fit is pretty good. It could be a bit snugger, but it doesn't slide around. I could probably figure out a way to fix this if i wanted to take the console lid back off and mess with it, but I think it's fine as it is. Note that the install instructions note the clips will snap back in as you tighten the screws. That didn't happen on mine. I think the elastic on the new cover is in the way. The console release/latch is a bit more difficult to operate, but may get better as the leather breaks in a bit in that area. Overall I am happy with the upgrade for the price!

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[Modhauler]

I received mine this week, black w/ silver stitching and 3/4" padding. The quality is good but I've had trouble getting the padding to look right without bulging on the sides or leaving a hallow. I will be getting some different foam to try. The seams along the top are narrower than the base so the foam has to be angled. I've tried with and without the stock cover and even with other foam I have. It doesn't look bad, just not how I want it. Removing the lid is the easiest way to do it so I"ll add pics in case anyone is wondering how. I have mine just sitting on there for now so I don't have to pry the tabs again. As was stated, the elastic may interfere with the screws and tabs so I have left mine on the outside, for now anyway. Flash doesn't help much with what it really looks like. As it sits, padding is on top of stock rubber cover.
http://inlinethumb11.webshots.com/46090/2950742590081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb25.webshots.com/46040/2300837280081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb43.webshots.com/47210/2598469990081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb45.webshots.com/47276/2509584790081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb01.webshots.com/46720/2673613150081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb64.webshots.com/32127/2682296850081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb22.webshots.com/47829/2727846260081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb50.webshots.com/1969/2339037300081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb24.webshots.com/13271/2209990690081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb43.webshots.com/44202/2213727840081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb39.webshots.com/44646/2594539510081319028S425x425Q85.jpg http://inlinethumb55.webshots.com/48246/2676819880081319028S425x425Q85.jpg

[IRISH]

When I first tried to install the cover over the factory lid using their foam I had a tough time trying to make the cover look adequate with the foam they supplied, so I ended up going to an upholstery shop and purchased the proper foam (according to them) and affixed the foam to the bracket with Super 77 and then cut it the exact size of the bracket. I then sprayed the edges of the foam with Super 77 and slipped the leather cover on, it was not easy since the adhesive was clinging to the leather quicker than I imagined which made getting seam straight quite a challenge.

"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2363.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2367.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2371.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2372.jpg"

[warbird]

When I first tried to install the cover over the factory lid using their foam I had a tough time trying to make the cover look adequate with the foam they supplied, so I ended up going to an upholstery shop and purchased the proper foam (according to them) and affixed the foam to the bracket with Super 77 and then cut it the exact size of the bracket. I then sprayed the edges of the foam with Super 77 and slipped the leather cover on, it was not easy since the adhesive was clinging to the leather quicker than I imagined which made getting seam straight quite a challenge.

"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2363.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2367.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2371.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2372.jpg"
Did you trim the foam or did the upholstery shop? Nice job BTW.

[jimmytt6]

I ordered the color samples yesterday. I have a red shifter to compare to their red and will post pictures when it gets here.
Please let us know how the red matches..was going to order red perforated stripes on lid..but hestitant to see if matches seats red inserts..

thanks,
Jim

[IRISH]

Did you trim the foam or did the upholstery shop? Nice job BTW.

They did.

[nph2005]

When I first tried to install the cover over the factory lid using their foam I had a tough time trying to make the cover look adequate with the foam they supplied, so I ended up going to an upholstery shop and purchased the proper foam (according to them) and affixed the foam to the bracket with Super 77 and then cut it the exact size of the bracket. I then sprayed the edges of the foam with Super 77 and slipped the leather cover on, it was not easy since the adhesive was clinging to the leather quicker than I imagined which made getting seam straight quite a challenge.

:cool2: Looks awesome. That's the the way I was/am going to order it. Matches the the way the seats are stitched.:thumbsup: I assume thats black, not charcoal?

[IRISH]

Yes, it is black.

[BlueG8GT]

Got mine in yesterday. Went with the Voilety Blue for the top and Black for the sides. The color is a bit dark but I wanted a darker blue so it works for me. The finish is excellent. Its very nicely put together. The fit is a bit off. 10 minutes to install is optimistic. It took me well over an hour to do this. I ended up using a spray adhesive to keep it in place, but I still couldn't get the sides to stay tight. I only got 2 of the clips to click back into place. The others won't fit cause the leather prevents the sides of the panel from setting back into place. I had to cut small slits to even allow the clips to click back in. It's a tight fit but it worked in the end. I might end up taking it to have it professionally installed but for now it will work.

[Adam]

Got mine in yesterday. Went with the Voilety Blue for the top and Black for the sides. The color is a bit dark but I wanted a darker blue so it works for me. The finish is excellent. Its very nicely put together. The fit is a bit off. 10 minutes to install is optimistic. It took me well over an hour to do this. I ended up using a spray adhesive to keep it in place, but I still couldn't get the sides to stay tight. I only got 2 of the clips to click back into place. The others won't fit cause the leather prevents the sides of the panel from setting back into place. I had to cut small slits to even allow the clips to click back in. It's a tight fit but it worked in the end. I might end up taking it to have it professionally installed but for now it will work.

That looks pretty cool! I figured medium blue would be a real close match. I did the blue suede, since I plan to do the seats black on the side and blue suede centers so I don't slide around at all. The Alcantara is a nice material and smells good. Feels like real suede, but I can see this holding up better. The color is close to the car too. I will get some pics up here before too long.

[1meand]

My samples came in today. First here are the main colors people would probably get: All pics on a cloudy day.

Outside without flash:
http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02226.jpg

Outside with flash:
http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02227.jpg

Back seat with Charcoal and Black no flash:
http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02233.jpg

Back seat with Charcoal and Black with flash:
http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02234.jpg

Perforated Red vs Burgundy no flash:
http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02232.jpg

Perforated Red vs Burgundy with flash:
http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02228.jpg

To me it looks like Burgundy matches the red of the shifter the best. I didn't show the red next to the shifter because it is a brighter red than the perforated red is. The black matches the seats the best. It has the same texture. The Charcoal isn't dark enough and the perforated black is too dark. This is my opinion through my colorblind eyes, so I could be way off. If anyone wants to see any of the other colors offered, let me know.

[Modhauler]

That burgundy looks like it'd match the SRM nicely.

[jimmytt6]

Thanks a lot..for pics glad i didn't order the perforated red..so black and the burgandy
matches the our onyx/red interiors best? I also have same shifter and GXP steering wheel.

[1meand]

That's what I thought and I ordered the black with burgundy stripes today. The sun is out today, so I will see if that makes any difference in the colors.

[jimmytt6]

That's what I thought and I ordered the black with burgundy stripes today. The sun is out today, so I will see if that makes any difference in the colors.

Did you black with burgandy pipe strips or do use the two tone option? there order sheet a little confusing..

[1meand]

Did you black with burgandy pipe strips or do use the two tone option? there order sheet a little confusing..

I did black with burgundy stripes. It's in option 2 right above the piping option. It's two, it looks like 1/2" strips of the burgundy leather on the top sides with mostly black. I thought the two tone option might be too much of the burgundy

[1meand]

"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2367.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2372.jpg"

It will be like this, but the small strips will be burgundy

[Adam]

http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3381/3329/33451664098_medium.jpg
http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3381/3329/33451664102_medium.jpg
http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3381/3329/33451664107_medium.jpg
http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3381/3329/33451664106_large.jpg

[BlueG8GT]

Looks good Adam. Seems to be about the same contrast as I have with the violety blue.

[nph2005]

Got mine installed last night. I really like it. Fit is not perfect(but its close and for $65--awesome), but looks very good and is much better than the stock looking rubber lid. Took some time to get it stretched tight enough and it is much easier to take the whole assembly out of the car to get it installed.
Black with black stripes and black stitching and no additional padding installed over the stock padding and rubber lid.

http://i341.photobucket.com/albums/o382/bcnp2000/Consolelid003.jpg

[MIEngineer]

Nice! Have a link?

I bought one from Paul but I might want to cover my old one as well!

Nice color GXP, by the way ;)

[nph2005]

Nice! Have a link?

I bought one from Paul but I might want to cover my old one as well!

Nice color GXP, by the way ;)

:thumbsup: lovin the Stryker Blue
http://www.redlinegoods.com/

[Snakey]

^^^^ Thanks for the inspiration to order! Just placed an order for the exact same cover. Looks great man!

[Adam]

Are you guys talking about the pad I have on mine? I am confused on the Stryker Blue comment. The site uses my cars black and blue suede lid. Turned out nice and makes for a cool accent on the G8.

[1meand]

Mine came today. I ordered the black with burgundy stripes. I think it matches perfect, at least the red does. The black is a little too shiney right now, but it's brand new.
http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02273.jpg

http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02274.jpg

http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02275.jpg
I'll just need to restretch it when it warms up.

[SRG963]

^They looks great!

[Snakey]

Anybody else get the 20% discounted price? When I ordered mine last night it was discounted and I found a discount code that got me another 5% off. $63 shipped! :)

[Ben2009GT]

Mine came today. I ordered the black with burgundy stripes. I think it matches perfect, at least the red does. The black is a little too shiney right now, but it's brand new.
http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02273.jpg

http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02274.jpg

http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/1meand2/Parts%20for%20Sale/DSC02275.jpg
I'll just need to restretch it when it warms up.Very nice.

[GWNG8]

I got 20% off, plus this code (77N2JU44AX8) got another 10% off.

[christopher8911]

I had to jump on the bandwagon too! Just ordered black with black strips and light gray on the sides. Hope they are right about the gray being close to a silver, guess I will know soon enough

[jimmytt6]

I got 20% off, plus this code (77N2JU44AX8) got another 10% off.

Thanks order one today...black with burgandy stips

[1meand]

For anyone that wants to see what the colors look like in the car before they order, I have samples of all the colors and can take pictures for you. Just pm me with what you want to see.

[jab]

Me too! Black/Red- great find,thanks for sharing the link...

[christopher8911]

They said mine was on the way! Cant wait for it to get here. They are also sending me a small piece of the silver fabric so I can have a shifter cover made to match the console. Hope I can get it to work out.

[jab]

Mine too..hope it doesn't get hung up in customs...quick turn on a custom piece !

[BlackGT5]

Got mine in within a week and it's collecting dust already next to my trans dipstick. Must.......stop.......buying......stuff.

[Snakey]

Mine showed up at the house today. I'm out of town and my wife called me asking me what the hell I bought from Poland that is leather!? hahaha I told her we'd try it on when I got home.... Little does she know... :)

[jab]

You said "different foam"...different thickness/size,or type of foam, or both ?


When I first tried to install the cover over the factory lid using their foam I had a tough time trying to make the cover look adequate with the foam they supplied, so I ended up going to an upholstery shop and purchased the proper foam (according to them) and affixed the foam to the bracket with Super 77 and then cut it the exact size of the bracket. I then sprayed the edges of the foam with Super 77 and slipped the leather cover on, it was not easy since the adhesive was clinging to the leather quicker than I imagined which made getting seam straight quite a challenge.

"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2363.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2367.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2371.jpg"
"http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m318/jstmoores/IMG_2372.jpg"

[jab]

received mine today; foam will be an issue as with Irish. Note that the thread and the material may not be an exact match. I got black/burgundy stitching, and the stitching is really burgundy, not more red looking like the leather sample...so it's what I ordered, just not what I hoped for exactly...going to try to find a similar padding to the one shown and run with it...but the mismatch color bugs me..

[IRISH]

You said "different foam"...different thickness/size,or type of foam, or both ?

Yes different foam in all ways you mention, the foam that came with the leather cover is not correct for this application.

[christopher8911]

Just installed mine this weekend. I chose to do the light gray and black, with black strips. I wish the gray was a little darker but it's ok for now. Here are some pics
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a295/cwbigredz/Pontiac/picx.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a295/cwbigredz/Pontiac/piczzz.jpg

[Snakey]

When you guys installed yours, did you tuck it under the arm rest then put the plastic part on top of that to help hold it? This is how I have done mine and it looks OK but still has some loose spots that I think I will end up re-attaching via spray adhesive.

Looking for some other ideas to get a better/smoother look!

Thanks!

[alex94z]

When you guys installed yours, did you tuck it under the arm rest then put the plastic part on top of that to help hold it? This is how I have done mine and it looks OK but still has some loose spots that I think I will end up re-attaching via spray adhesive.

Looking for some other ideas to get a better/smoother look!

Thanks!

Mine is tucked under the plastic. I pulled it tight and used a few staples to hold it tight. Then screwed it back onto the plastic part. Looks smooth and tight.

[RedlineGoods]

Hi guys,

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http://forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=2490

[Tripower]

Any current discount codes for these? Thanks.

[RedlineGoods]

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[TireDoc]

For what its worth, the burgandy color is much darker than in pix earlier in thread... now have a cover that doesn't match my shift knob . Disappointed and not sure how to proceed.....

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[RedlineGoods]

No need to be disappointed. I replied to your post in another thread: http://forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=24906&page=8&p=506475&posted=1#post506475 - please see and respond :-)

Take care
Jack
RedlineGoods Team

[astynx]

176891769017691Just installed Redline armrest cover. Plain black, matches rest of interior well. I stretched it over the stock rubber lid. I just left the elastic band exposed on the underside of the lid. It's not that big of a deal to me. It's not perfect but looks a lot better than the crappy stock rubber lid. An excellent, inexpensive mod.

[freezer41]

Just ordered armrest cover. Black with orange stitching.