Help to remove part of Omega Console...

[eetmesoon]

As shown in the attached picture...I am trying to determine if it is worth the effort to remove/modify/replace the area of the Console shown in the pic...SPECIFICALLY...I want to install a lighter socket into the section of the Console opposite where the Hand Brake Lever is installed - looking at it...seems obvious this is where a Left Hand Drive version for Overseas Export has the Hand Brake Lever located.


Am wanting something more accessible than a lighter socket inside the Console Storage Unit [what effwit decided to locate it there?] as I'm wanting to use it to power a Bluetooth device [cause it is so difficult and expensive to change the stereo to something with Bluetooth capability] and the provided fitment inside the Storage Hatch is absolutely useless...

Another option if a Member offers knowledge of an available are to fit the lighter socket is in the dash itself [like they used to be 40 years ago] tho that may prove difficult to do [given my own pathetic Health situation] and that's what makes me think inside the Console itself may be more simple solution...though remembering back to earlier Commodores...the A/C Vent pipes for the Rear Passengers may impede placement there....IF they still run 1 tube either side of the Console??]

Any other suggestions for easy fitment will be gratefully received!!

 

[lmoengnr]

You may be able to still get a 'smokers kit' for your VE.
It locates in front of the gear selector in the lower console.
It has a flip top ash tray (small storage) and a power outlet.
There is a dedicated loom to power it already installed.
Just a suggestion?

 

[eetmesoon]

ThanX!! Will investigate...

 

[HarryHoudini]

You may be able to still get a 'smokers kit' for your VE.
It locates in front of the gear selector in the lower console.
It has a flip top ash tray (small storage) and a power outlet.
There is a dedicated loom to power it already installed.
Just a suggestion?

Yes,they were still around last year at some Dealers.
There is a dedicated thread(s)on here about it and how to fit,very easy.

 

[Lex]

As shown in the attached picture...I am trying to determine if it is worth the effort to remove/modify/replace the area of the Console shown in the pic...SPECIFICALLY...I want to install a lighter socket into the section of the Console opposite where the Hand Brake Lever is installed - looking at it...seems obvious this is where a Left Hand Drive version for Overseas Export has the Hand Brake Lever located.


Am wanting something more accessible than a lighter socket inside the Console Storage Unit [what effwit decided to locate it there?] as I'm wanting to use it to power a Bluetooth device [cause it is so difficult and expensive to change the stereo to something with Bluetooth capability] and the provided fitment inside the Storage Hatch is absolutely useless...

Another option if a Member offers knowledge of an available are to fit the lighter socket is in the dash itself [like they used to be 40 years ago] tho that may prove difficult to do [given my own pathetic Health situation] and that's what makes me think inside the Console itself may be more simple solution...though remembering back to earlier Commodores...the A/C Vent pipes for the Rear Passengers may impede placement there....IF they still run 1 tube either side of the Console??]

Any other suggestions for easy fitment will be gratefully received!!

This link may help?

Easy OEM VE Front Dash 12V Socket Install (Alternative to Cigarette Lighter purchase)

Hi guys, ever wanting a spare 12V socket for the VE Commodore in a place that Holden should have placed it - that is - under the audio unit, without having to buy a Holden Ashtray Cigaretter Lighter kit? I replaced my compartment space with a Pontiac G8 front 12V socket kit (see pic), its a...

forums.justcommodores.com.au

 

[Fu Manchu]

That’s a good spot for a USB socket. I like it.

Use the spare 12v plug behind/under the radio for a power source.