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anyone replace the doghouse engine cover?
I'm looking to replace the doghouse engine cover, as it's currently carpet and only has 2 cup holders - need something with more trays & cup holder space.. ideas? this would be for a 2002 24' rear bath.
does anyone know if there's simply a replacement doghouse cover?
2002 Front Lounge
Re: anyone replace the doghouse engine cover?
Reply #1 –
The problem with the bigger trays is they make it's hard to move from the captain chair into the rear of the coach.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: anyone replace the doghouse engine cover?
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Quote from: ChristineDM  - 
I'm looking to replace the doghouse engine cover, as it's currently carpet and only has 2 cup holders - need something with more trays & cup holder space.. ideas? this would be for a 2002 24' rear bath.
does anyone know if there's simply a replacement doghouse cover?
Welcome to LDOG, Christine. I'd like to update your signature line. Does your '02 24' have a couch/chairs or dinette up front?

Chris
Formerly: 2002 30' IB
Re: anyone replace the doghouse engine cover?
Reply #3 –
The “console” of the E-450 has had several changes through the years; my 2003 has the same dumb design, wimpy little “two holer” that the OP inquired about replacing.

I made an “apron” with two large pockets from heavy  denim and attached it to front edge of the cupholder. A small plastic tray to hold incidentals is velcroed between the cupholders. A simple  and inexpensive “fix”.

There are also many “automotive storage”aftermarket products available that could be adapted; some impede access from the cab to the main living areas of the rig. ( Any between the seats “access” from front to back  in my rig is already  taken up by a dog bed and its occupant.)

I suggest exploring simple solutions to increase storage before considering replacing the doghouse  cover.

YMMV, as always.
2003 TK has a new home
 
Re: anyone replace the doghouse engine cover?
Reply #4 –
We have what is basically a medium plastic storage bin with a flat bottom on the floor between the seats. For access, it can be easily pushed back into the coach and pulled back forward when seated.

Steve
2004 FL
2013 Honda Fit
Re: anyone replace the doghouse engine cover?
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Great - these are wonderful solutions & I was hoping for simple! thank you
2002 Front Lounge
Re: anyone replace the doghouse engine cover?
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Quote from: Steve  - 
We have what is basically a medium plastic storage bin with a flat bottom on the floor between the seats. For access, it can be easily pushed back into the coach and pulled back forward when seated.

Steve

Even with our newer console, we find ourselves in need of more storage space up front.  Like Steve, we are going to put a basket in between the seats for more items to be handy to the cab.
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264
Re: anyone replace the doghouse engine cover?
Reply #9 –
My 2003 midbath had the same minimal two-hole cupholder as Joan's rig. I improved on it by adding a multi-pocketed storage thingummy. It was originally intended to hang behind a car seat; I cut off the bottom row of pouches (which made it too long) and used large snaps to fasten it to the doghouse cover, as shown in the first attached photo.

Later I found a 2014-vintage Ford console and doghouse similar to HILOLA's on eBay and substituted that. The lower part is recessed so that you can get your feet past it without a struggle, but the upper part has plenty of nooks and shelves. For me, this was the best possible solution.
Andy Baird
2021 Ford Ranger towing 2019 Airstream 19CB
Previously: 1985 LD Twin/King "Gertie"; 2003 LD Midbath "Skylark"