Amateur Armrests

cyclehead · 2019-07-10T00:07:57Z

August 2022: My “waiting list” has become an embarrassment, it’s over a year at this point. I’m making parts but I’m slow. Every piece I make is my best effort! If you want a center console armrest, I will try to make it upon request - no waiting! Thanks to all of you for your patience, and your interest in my homemade armrest things!! ===============Amateur Armrest things: Center Console armrests *link* $65 for long style Center Console armrests $35 for short style Door armrest covers *link* $65 Grab bar covers *link* $50 Hump covers *link* $35 Gearshift boots *link* $35 Door Card Inserts *link* $35 Parking brake lever covers *link* $30 Ragtop "ear" strap $35 Prices shown are for parts made using standard automotive-grade vinyl. "Premium Material" is available for an extra charge. Color choices:I have vinyl material and thread in practically every spyder color except green maybe.You get to pick your own material type, material color and stitching color. No extra charge for picking your own colors! Vinyl Materials:I have perforated vinyl in black, white, red and maybe brown. The perforated materials nicely repeat the appearance of the steering wheel and brake lever handle. They "look like they belong" in the car.I have smooth vinyl (not perforated) in lots of colors! Black, brown, white, yellow, blue, red and probably more. If you want something really bizarre I'll show you where to order from my vinyl supplier. Vinyl materials are not expensive. All the vinyl I use is good automotive grade stuff, with proper UV inhibitors for good durability in sunlight. Premium materials:Leather (from a cow) - brown or black onlyUltraleather (exotic vinyl) - black onlyBrisa (Ultrafabrics product) - black onlyUltrasuede (Alcantara equivalent) - black only Background:I started making armrests in 2014...mostly because I had an industrial sewing machine. At this point I've probably made hundreds of upholstered parts (I've lost count). I have a limited repertoire of four designs, all parts for MR2 Spyders (links below). I make everything with my own two hands. With this many parts under my belt, I'm getting pretty adept at making nice looking parts, but I'm not a professional upholsterer by any means - thus the "amateur" name. Everyone has been very happy with their parts (low priced, custom parts that are comfortable!). When you buy this stuff, you help fund my Spyder habit, paying for tires and shiny parts. Note: I have also made gearshift boots, speedometer wraps and odd custom parts. I even made my own trapeze harness for my one-design sailboat from nylon webbing. If there's something you're dying to have made up, let me know. I won't tackle seat upholstery, but new small parts are always fun to try. How to order:If you want any amateur armrest things (links below), send me an email (cyclehead21 at gmail) and I'll add you to the waiting queue. It's free to get added to the list! I have a queue because folks are asking for things faster than I can build them. When I get to your name, I'll make you anything you like. Thanks to everyone for being patient - it's just me in the sweatshop. Payment: Shipping charges are extra. Usually $8-$10 in continental USA (Or $40 overseas). I'll send you a PM when I start making your parts. No payment required until I have your parts finished and ready to ship. Shipping is usually about 3 days in continental USA. Please plan to send PayPal for payment! Premium Material details: Leather - I have a small amount of surplus business aircraft leather that I'm using up. I'm restocking from commercial leather suppliers in USA. Ultra fabrics - I think these materials get their name from the price - all the ultra fabrics cost around $100/yard! So I charge a little extra for parts made with this material. I'm particularly excited about the "Brisa" material. It is a breathable vinyl and you can really tell the difference in summer. It is noticeably not sticky against your skin on a hot day. It has the appearance of fine leather from the outside, with a light leather grain texture. If I had my preference, I'd use it exclusively to make all my smooth parts, but I hate bumping my prices. So I'm keeping the automotive grade vinyl as "standard" material, and adding the Brisa as an added-cost option. If the extra money is okay with you, I suggest requesting your smooth black armrest things made with Brisa material. I know for certain that the ultra leather and ultra suede don't get stiff in cold weather - unlike l...

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cyclehead

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Please email me at cyclehead21 at gee mail dot com.

No waiting list for the center console armrest.

I can start on it today.

I make Amateur Armrests – see the Commercial Forum. I also have SMT repair seals available.

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Topic starter Posted : 08/08/2023 8:26 pm

Hawaii808Spyder

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@cyclehead would you be able to do a yellow vinyl or leather perforated or textured door card inserts to match custom seats. The previous owner had commissioned?

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Posted : 30/12/2024 8:28 pm

Mr2SilverWing

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@cyclehead do you still make these?

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Posted : 10/06/2026 8:53 am

cyclehead

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@mr2silverwing Sorry, but I’ve stopped making them. If anyone has interest and an industrial sewing machine, I’m happy to share templates and designs so they can be produced.

I make Amateur Armrests – see the Commercial Forum. I also have SMT repair seals available.

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Topic starter Posted : 10/06/2026 10:01 am

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