I can now place the e-brake mechanism in place below the console. I have created 2 angle brackets to bolt to the unit and then weld them to the frame. This is one of the last things I have to do before removing the body to paint the frame.

I now have everything that will attach to the front of the frame tacked in place. I can remove it all and start getting ready to paint the frame. I still need to finish mounting the parking brake to the frame below the console, then I can take it all apart.

With the ABS unit mounted to my new bracket, I have located it next to the power steering pump behind the steering rack. I will be removing all the hardware soon to finish all of the frame welding and get ready for paint.

I have finally finished the VW bug’s console. I welded the shifter mounts and the e-brake mounting bolts and I am now ready to reinstall the assembly back between the seats.

With the MR2 shifter and park brake handle in place, I can finish cutting and welding the VW bug’s main console assembly.

With the VW bug shifter tacked into place, I can locate and attach the e-brake mechanism. I clamped it in place and then drilled and bolted it to the console. I again remounted the console back into the car and tested the function.

With both of the console tubes in place and welded together, I can try and place the MR2 shifter mechanism. I cut it down to minimize it. I then sat in the car and tested the comfort and then tacked it in place.