Has any one installed a center arm rest - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

cali yaris · 05-13-2010, 07:44 PM

I don't think so, check out how far forward it sits:

GrimlockGT · 05-13-2010, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swidd

I'm considering buying the same in a little while.

Very important question: Does this micro image arm rest in any way cover up, interfere with the use of, or extend forward/over/above, the CD holder slots that are next to the parking brake handle?

I have the Micro Image one and I really like it. It doesn't cover the CD holder slot at all. It installs in about 2 minutes.
I definitely would recommend it.

fluke_boy · 05-14-2010, 03:22 AM

The Micro Image center arm rest opens up to give you more cd slots and coin slots for quarters.

swidd · 05-14-2010, 05:30 PM

Is the micro image center armrest lower, or further back, than the stock armrest? Like, will I have to readjust where I keep my elbow while driving?

toy_toronto · 05-14-2010, 05:48 PM

I wonder if any member here have this armrest style and have had any experience they can share (ease of install, comfort, looks, etc.)... thanks.

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cali yaris · 05-14-2010, 06:13 PM

haven't seen that one before

toy_toronto · 05-14-2010, 07:36 PM

It not a bad looking armrest.. looks pretty decent.

I'm pretty intrigued how this console is mounted. Anyway, I did send a question to the eBay seller hopefully he gets back to me with more info.

why? · 05-14-2010, 09:48 PM

i have the stock one, grrr. i can't stand it, i should figure out how to take it out. it is always in the way of shifting, and it is at a terrible height for me as well.

swidd · 05-15-2010, 10:17 AM

Well I for one, love the stock arm rest, its at perfect height, including for shifting. So I'm worried that the micro image arm rest will be too low/too different...

*kimona* · 05-15-2010, 10:52 AM

I have the OEM armrest and I'm 100% satisfied. The microimage armrest certainly looks nice. Maybe someone can comment on any height differences between the two armrests... to help you with your decision.

metalshark · 05-16-2010, 12:29 PM

I installed the arm rest from Toyota and found it too high for comfort. Hack # 1: I cut 3/4 inch from the height and welded the parts back together with a plastic welding kit from Harbor Freight.
My gripe #2 was having to reach down to shift. Hack #2: I installed both popular short shift options and made a threaded adapter to raise the shift knob 2.5 inches. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.... with my elbow on the rest my hand lands naturally on the shift knob. Correct human factors engineering is such a comfort. When I drive my wife's stock Corolla It feels like I'm rowing a Roman war ship.

auxmike · 05-16-2010, 11:51 PM

At 6ft. 220Lbs., I find my factory armrest in my hatch to be the perfect height. And real sturdy too!
I drive an A/T so shifting is not an issue.....

goose1uponu · 03-11-2013, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedRide

That is the one I have been looking for with with the flip up storage compartment.

It's expensive though.......

http://www.zetaproducts.net/storagea...sliftback.aspx

This is the one I have in my Yaris, but it's useles, it wn't reach my elbow

MyzticZ3r0 · 03-13-2013, 05:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goose1uponu

This is the one I have in my Yaris, but it's useles, it wn't reach my elbow

I recommend this seller:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/390446315217...84.m1497.l2649

It's fairly cheap and it works for me! I have no complaints. I'm 5'10" and 200lbs.

yariSB86 · 03-13-2013, 12:44 PM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TOYOTA-LIFTB...d04d85&vxp=mtr. I'm currently using this console. It was a little cheaper back in 07 when I bought it. I love it. Decent amount of stowage, the cup holder folds away when not being used, seeing how I did a back seat delete that holder is useless.

05-13-2010, 07:44 PM	#19
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	I don't think so, check out how far forward it sits: __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

05-14-2010, 05:48 PM	#23
toy_toronto always toyin' View User's Garage Drives: 2010 5-Dr Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tarrana, Canada Posts: 472	I wonder if any member here have this armrest style and have had any experience they can share (ease of install, comfort, looks, etc.)... thanks. Centre-Armrest-Console-06-10-Toyota-Yaris-Hatchback __________________ - Procrastinators of the world unite! ...tomorrow. My Garage.. 'Mild' Drop & Misc..2-DIN GPS/Navi..DIY:Rear Wiper Delay..Ramps/Roll-Ups..Rain Sensing Wipers / Auto-Headlamps

05-14-2010, 06:13 PM	#24
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	haven't seen that one before __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

05-14-2010, 07:36 PM	#25
toy_toronto always toyin' View User's Garage Drives: 2010 5-Dr Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tarrana, Canada Posts: 472	It not a bad looking armrest.. looks pretty decent. I'm pretty intrigued how this console is mounted. Anyway, I did send a question to the eBay seller hopefully he gets back to me with more info. __________________ - Procrastinators of the world unite! ...tomorrow. My Garage.. 'Mild' Drop & Misc..2-DIN GPS/Navi..DIY:Rear Wiper Delay..Ramps/Roll-Ups..Rain Sensing Wipers / Auto-Headlamps

05-14-2010, 09:48 PM	#26
why? Only Happy When it Rains View User's Garage Drives: Yaris LB Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: harnett county NC Posts: 4,097	i have the stock one, grrr. i can't stand it, i should figure out how to take it out. it is always in the way of shifting, and it is at a terrible height for me as well. __________________ Colin Chapman disciple

05-14-2010, 03:22 AM	#21
fluke_boy Drives: 2010 Yaris 3 dr hb Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The Villages, FL Posts: 146	The Micro Image center arm rest opens up to give you more cd slots and coin slots for quarters.

05-14-2010, 05:30 PM	#22
swidd Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Central Alabama, GOD BLESS AMERICA Posts: 755	Is the micro image center armrest lower, or further back, than the stock armrest? Like, will I have to readjust where I keep my elbow while driving?

05-15-2010, 10:17 AM	#27
swidd Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Central Alabama, GOD BLESS AMERICA Posts: 755	Well I for one, love the stock arm rest, its at perfect height, including for shifting. So I'm worried that the micro image arm rest will be too low/too different...

05-15-2010, 10:52 AM	#28
kimona Super Moderator Drives: 2014 White VITZ Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huntington Bch, CA Posts: 4,938	I have the OEM armrest and I'm 100% satisfied. The microimage armrest certainly looks nice. Maybe someone can comment on any height differences between the two armrests... to help you with your decision.

05-16-2010, 12:29 PM	#29
metalshark MetalShark Drives: 2008 Yaris LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 104	Toyota arm rest I installed the arm rest from Toyota and found it too high for comfort. Hack # 1: I cut 3/4 inch from the height and welded the parts back together with a plastic welding kit from Harbor Freight. My gripe #2 was having to reach down to shift. Hack #2: I installed both popular short shift options and made a threaded adapter to raise the shift knob 2.5 inches. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.... with my elbow on the rest my hand lands naturally on the shift knob. Correct human factors engineering is such a comfort. When I drive my wife's stock Corolla It feels like I'm rowing a Roman war ship. __________________ Absolutely red, Drawtite hitch, CAI, Insulated Header, Amsoil 5w-30, Mag-drain plug, Red-Line MT-90 tranny oil, Scotch-Guard, Window Tint, Dash rug, Custom short throw shifter, Lowered OEM arm rest, Super-Turbo muffler/w chrome slash cut tip., TRD rear sway bar, sticky pads, front shock tower bar, RS grill badge, VVT-i emblems, Second tire set from Tirerack.com, DISABLED DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS, platform- style locking custom bike rack. 86K miles so far. 5 years use now on ceramic wrapped insulated stainless-steel header.

05-16-2010, 11:51 PM	#30
auxmike Drives: 2008 HB, A/T, Power W/L/M Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: LI, New Yawk Posts: 2,063	At 6ft. 220Lbs., I find my factory armrest in my hatch to be the perfect height. And real sturdy too! I drive an A/T so shifting is not an issue..... __________________ Never take eyes off opponent - Bruce Lee

03-13-2013, 12:44 PM	#33
yariSB86 View User's Garage Drives: 07 Bayou Blue Yaris LB Join Date: May 2007 Location: OH Posts: 211	http://www.ebay.com/itm/TOYOTA-LIFTB...d04d85&vxp=mtr. I'm currently using this console. It was a little cheaper back in 07 when I bought it. I love it. Decent amount of stowage, the cup holder folds away when not being used, seeing how I did a back seat delete that holder is useless.

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