Think it over very carefully if you really want a centre console. It will make the cabin even more confining and not near as comfortable. On a long cross country this may cause you more discomfort and make the trip more tiring.
Some day I may swap out my FP Catto for a CS prop and when I do that, I will make bracket below the two lever quadrant to hold a vernier prop controller. That should keep it out of the way when maneuvering yet, keep it close at hand.
Steve that is *gorgeous*. You don't happen to still have the plans for that, do you? I'm considering doing a Bonehead throttle quadrant in my 9A. But I'd still love to have a center console of some sort to rest my bony right elbow on.
Was there some safety issues with the center console with the throttle quadrant ? I noticed it's not offered on the one site now. I sure would want the center console built structural sound, just not a couple pieces of aluminum sides with the throttle bolted to it. If the console is a demain item, why doesn't vans offer it as an upgrade. I am going to build one in my 9a, but I want it safe. Any photos ,templates or photos would help
I plan to swap out the gold colored AN bolts for black to improve the look
You have a couple of options. Aircraftextras.com sells a pre cut pre drilled kit that will no between the seats and will hold a quadrant as well as a fuel selector. Looks great but reduces the seat width significantly.
Second is not so much of a center console but more for the throttle. This is the one I put in my 7 and loved it. Bonehead composites.com (VAF advertiser) sells a quadrant stack and a center tunnel all made of carbon fiber that looks fantastic and functions even better. He sells carbon floors, cup holders oxygen and extinguisher mounts as well. Very nice products.
Hope this helps.
-david