Originally Posted by StreetCreeper

Judging by the pics on your website, (especially that first pic with the double holder), even if they are not identical colors, they are close enough.

Since this isn't a Prius forum, I don't think any of us care too much about the color—we just want a good solid place to put our coffee or whatever, where we don't have to worry. Many of us have expensive stereos, tablets, radios, CB's, HAM's and phones...etc, either directly under the stock cup-holders or in the immediate vicinity.

I think a good functional cup-holder is one of the Holy Grails of the 96-98 crowd.

I am personally annoyed by my stock cup-holder every single day. Whether it's bubbling up hot coffee all over or just rattling like crazy every time I hit a bump in the road—I'm always scowling at the damn thing.

Your product looks pretty solid, especially since you offer different inserts too. As a bonus though, they do look pretty cool. I look forward to seeing the 4Runner version.

Originally Posted by BrianSD_42

****** Custom Cup Holder Mod ... Installed ******

A few weeks ago I bought this cool collapsible cup holder.

I need it because I plan to mount a tablet over the spot where my current stock cup holder is located.

(Link in my build thread)

Originally Posted by BrianSD_42

I'm looking forward to seeing what you make.

Here is the one I installed in my 97. It is foldable which is cool but a bit frail and will probably break soon and I'll need to get another one.

Originally Posted by bhicks22

I have been getting flooded with emails over the last few months to make a double and single cup holder for the 96-98 4Runner. At first I ignored all of the requests because I have plenty of projects going to keep me busy. But now, it's getting close to insane with the amount of emails/requests I'm getting for designing cup holders for the early Gen 3 4Runner. I owned a 91 and 95 4Runner back in the day and HATED that useless pull out cup holder tray that blocked my stereo. I then grabbed a 93 80 series that I built for expedition then grabbed a 97 FZJ 80 for rock crawling. Finally I got myself into an 03 100 series. FINALLY got some cup holders. I guess the reason for this thread is to figure out if there actually is interest in developing a line of cup holders for the gen 3 4Runner. Here is my site dedicated to LandCruisers. Products | BH3D Printing. If there is no interest then I'm fine with moving on. I just wanted to make sure before I passed on this business opportunity. I am thinking about putting a single cup holder or possibly a double (if enough space) along the the passenger side of the center console. If there is only enough room for a single cup then I might also add a slot for a phone/wallet with maybe a built in pen and flashlight holder. You can see the same concept with my front double for the 80 series. Please feel free to give suggestions on what you guys want beyond holding drinks.

Originally Posted by MTD

If he doesnt end up making these, I know I will be able to help you guys out come summer. I have access to a faro arm now so the design time is pretty much halved.

Originally Posted by bhicks22

We could also look into working together on this as well. You already have a machine to help with the demand. I'm just not sure how big your build platform is. I can't remember what the DaVinci's have. 8x8? Most of my machines are around 6"x11" with my biggest at 14"x14".

Originally Posted by MTD

I would be interested in doing that. I will send you a PM later this week after my finals and hopefully when I feel a little better.

Originally Posted by Hesk11dog

Highly interested in this upgrade, your products look well made and carefully thought out. Cant wait to see the product.

Originally Posted by bhicks22

Thanks for the compliment. I'm excited to get a prototype made to get some feedback from you guys. I will probably go through a few versions before I bring the final design to market.

Originally Posted by bhicks22

Thanks for the compliment. I'm excited to get a prototype made to get some feedback from you guys. I will probably go through a few versions before I bring the final design to market.

Originally Posted by Hesk11dog

I know MTD is an engineering student and I am a Mechanical at Pitt. If you ever want to bounce ideas around, I have solidworks on my laptop and have access to a lot of equipment.