Full Length Fridge Console (with Bushman 15L Roadie)
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Click here to view the Bushman Roadie 15L features and specifications on the Bushman Fridges website.
Q: What models is this product available for?
A: Our Full Length Fridge Console is available for the 79 Series Single Cab (2016+ only), 79 Series Dual Cab (all models) and 76 Series Station Wagon (2009+ only).
Q: What is the distance between the back of the fridge and the rear seat?
A: The Bushman 15L Roadie will just slightly touch but not press against the rear bench seat.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW. The Bushman 15L Roadie does not fit between the factory seats on most 70 Series models.
We originally modified our standard Full Length Floor Console to incorporate the Bushman 15L Roadie for a vehicle we equipped with RECARO seats. RECARO seats (and some other aftermarket seats) have more space between them, allowing the 220mm wide fridge to be installed. We do not offer installation of this product for vehicles with factory seats installed, we only offer installation for vehicles with RECARO seats installed, or for vehicles we are installing RECARO seats in. We have not modified the factory seat positions to allow for the Bushman fridge width and are not able to offer any advice on whether or not this is a viable option, or whether or not it can be engineered.
Compatibility reference:
FOR CUSTOMER'S WITH FACTORY SEATS INSTALLED:
This product is installed in the 2016+ 79 Series Single Cab without any modifications or seat adjustment.
For 79 Series Dual Cab and 76 Series Station Wagon owners- the Bushman Roadie 15L is 220mm wide. The total width between the factory seats in the 79 Series Dual Cab and 76 Series Station Wagon is 190mm. If you would like to install this product but do not want to upgrade your factory seats, there may be a way to adjust the position of the factory seats. You will need to consult an Automotive Engineer and Steel Fabricator.
FOR CUSTOMERS WITH AFTERMARKET SEATS INSTALLED:
Most aftermarket seats (e.g. the RECARO Seats listed below) have a much wider gap between the seats in comparison to the factory 70 Series seats. In most cases, you will not need to adjust the position of your aftermarket seats to allow for the width of the Bushman Roadie 15L. If you are considering purchasing aftermarket seats for your vehicle, contact the manufacturer/ distributor and check the gap between the seats will allow for the width of the fridge. The fridge is 220mm wide, so a gap of 230mm or more is ideal (5mm clearance both sides). The following seat models have a sufficient gap to install this product:
Q: Do I need to drill any holes into my vehicle to fit this console?
A: No holes to drill or damage to the vehicle! This product has galvanised steel mounting brackets positioned to locate existing captive nuts in the floor. Installation hardware and clear installation instructions are included.
Q: Why isn't this product available for the 78 Series TroopCarrier or 79 Series Single Cab (2009-2016 model)?
A: The height of the floor between seats in the 79 Series Single Cab (before floor shape change in 2016) does not allow for the fridge (which is secured to a platform) to be an armrest height. The Bushman 15L Roadie + mounting platform at the back of our console is 530mm tall, which is far too high to be a comfortable armrest (a comfortable armrest height in this model is 360mm), and can cause an obstruction for the driver changing from first to second gear, third to fourth gear, or applying the handbrake.
Q: Why is the Bushman 15L Roadie the best option?
Q: Can I fit my UHF to a Full Length Floor Console?
A: The front accessories facia is on an ideal angle to fit a UHF radio, which you will need to see and operate while driving.There is limited amount of depth behind the front accessories facia. The width is also limited as a result of the airbag mechanism and deceleration sensor installed in this position (located under the factory cup holder to the left of the shifter). The following UHF radios can be mounted into the Full Length Floor Console:
Other 'Super Compact', 'Mini Compact' and 'Micro Size' radios e.g. Uniden XTRAK 40, Oricom UHF300 etc. can be fitted on the driver's side of the front accessories facia.
Department of the Interior is an authorised GME dealer. We can supply and fit GME UHF accessories to your product. Feel free to get in touch with us over the phone or via email for more information on which products are compatible with your console.
Q: How big are the jumbo cup holders?
A: The internal diameter of our jumbo size cup holders is approximately 88mm. The internal depth is 75mm, including a smaller diameter 'tier' in the bottom to accommodate can size drink containers.
Q: Can you fit a can with a stubby cooler in the cup holders?
A: Yes! Just add the jumbo cup holder disks to your order. Our jumbo cup holder disks are a disk/ doughnut shape piece of flat plastic that sits in the jumbo cup holder to level out the two tiered design, making it suitable for drink sizes in between the two set diameters e.g. a large sports drink (Maximus) or stubby cooler diameter.
Q: How big is the L-shape Storage Tray?
A: Here are the dimensions of our plastic L-shape storage tray:
Q: What charging outlets do you use?
A: We use the Narva Australia Heavy-Duty Twin Accessory/Dual USB Sockets
Q: Can you fit stainless steel cup holders?
A: We use ABS plastic instead of metal for our cup holders and storage tray to avoid any rattles from coins, cans, metal coffee mugs etc.
Q: Do you offer custom upholstery?
A: Yes, absolutely. Our most popular colour options are dark grey to match the dashboard, or black to match centre instrument panel, however we do offer this product in any colour of your choice. If you've had some other work done to your interior and would like to match the material you have already used, we can upholster the console in the same material. We have accounts with most suppliers in Australia and can most likely source the material to match. You can get in touch with our sales team over the phone or via email to discuss pricing and options.
Q: Is this product available in leather?
A: Yes, we do offer leather upholstery. Additional charges apply. If you've had some other work done to your interior and would like to match the material you have already used, we can upholster the console in the same material. You can get in touch with our sales team over the phone or via email to discuss pricing and options.
Q: What do the colours match?
A: Here are our standard vinyl colour options:
Q: Do you need to remove the factory rubber boot?
A: The manual gear boot in this product is decorative only. The installer must leave the factory rubber boot in place. This rubber boot acts as a seal to prevent fumes and transmission noise from entering the vehicle.
Q: Can I buy the blank plywood frame?
A: Unfortunately not. We do not offer our product as a blank timber frame. Our machinists and upholsterers have tens of years of experience and we love to offer our product with the highest quality finish. If you'd like us to upholster the console to match some other work you are having done in the vehicle, view the FAQ's above.
Q: Does the console obstruct the glove box?
A: No. There is a small recess on the passenger's side at the front which allows for the glove box to open correctly without rubbing on the side of the console.
Q: What is the console made out of?
A: Our products are constructed with exterior grade, marine bonded plywood and finished with soft padded vinyl upholstery to match your interior.
Q: What models is this product available for?
A: Our Full Length Fridge Console is available for the 79 Series Single Cab (2016+ only), 79 Series Dual Cab (all models) and 76 Series Station Wagon (2009+ only).
Q: What is the distance between the back of the fridge and the rear seat?
A: The Bushman 15L Roadie will just slightly touch but not press against the rear bench seat.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW. The Bushman 15L Roadie does not fit between the factory seats on most 70 Series models.
We originally modified our standard Full Length Floor Console to incorporate the Bushman 15L Roadie for a vehicle we equipped with RECARO seats. RECARO seats (and some other aftermarket seats) have more space between them, allowing the 220mm wide fridge to be installed. We do not offer installation of this product for vehicles with factory seats installed, we only offer installation for vehicles with RECARO seats installed, or for vehicles we are installing RECARO seats in. We have not modified the factory seat positions to allow for the Bushman fridge width and are not able to offer any advice on whether or not this is a viable option, or whether or not it can be engineered.
Compatibility reference:
- The 2016+ 79 Series Single Cab is the only 70 Series model with sufficient width between the factory seats to fit the Bushman 15L Roadie
- The 76 Series StationWagon and 79 Series Dual Cab do not have sufficient width between the factory seats to fit the Bushman 15L Roadie
- This product is not suitable for the 78 Series TroopCarrier, 75 Series TroopCarrier, pre 2016 79 Series Single Cab or 75 Series Single Cab models
FOR CUSTOMER'S WITH FACTORY SEATS INSTALLED:
This product is installed in the 2016+ 79 Series Single Cab without any modifications or seat adjustment.
For 79 Series Dual Cab and 76 Series Station Wagon owners- the Bushman Roadie 15L is 220mm wide. The total width between the factory seats in the 79 Series Dual Cab and 76 Series Station Wagon is 190mm. If you would like to install this product but do not want to upgrade your factory seats, there may be a way to adjust the position of the factory seats. You will need to consult an Automotive Engineer and Steel Fabricator.
FOR CUSTOMERS WITH AFTERMARKET SEATS INSTALLED:
Most aftermarket seats (e.g. the RECARO Seats listed below) have a much wider gap between the seats in comparison to the factory 70 Series seats. In most cases, you will not need to adjust the position of your aftermarket seats to allow for the width of the Bushman Roadie 15L. If you are considering purchasing aftermarket seats for your vehicle, contact the manufacturer/ distributor and check the gap between the seats will allow for the width of the fridge. The fridge is 220mm wide, so a gap of 230mm or more is ideal (5mm clearance both sides). The following seat models have a sufficient gap to install this product:
- Recaro Expert Range(S, M or L)- without armrests
- Recaro Specialist Range (S, M or L)- without armrests
- Recaro Cross Speed Range (S, M or L)- without armrests
- Recaro Cross Sportster Range (S, M or L)- without armrests
Q: Do I need to drill any holes into my vehicle to fit this console?
A: No holes to drill or damage to the vehicle! This product has galvanised steel mounting brackets positioned to locate existing captive nuts in the floor. Installation hardware and clear installation instructions are included.
Q: Why isn't this product available for the 78 Series TroopCarrier or 79 Series Single Cab (2009-2016 model)?
A: The height of the floor between seats in the 79 Series Single Cab (before floor shape change in 2016) does not allow for the fridge (which is secured to a platform) to be an armrest height. The Bushman 15L Roadie + mounting platform at the back of our console is 530mm tall, which is far too high to be a comfortable armrest (a comfortable armrest height in this model is 360mm), and can cause an obstruction for the driver changing from first to second gear, third to fourth gear, or applying the handbrake.
Q: Why is the Bushman 15L Roadie the best option?
- The Bushman Roadie offers the driver and passenger a padded armrest (we add a padded insert for comfort)
- The Bushman Roadie offers an unobstructed armrest (other fridge models have the buttons and drink holders obstructing the armrest)
- The Bushman Roadie offers rear passengers two cup holders (for 79 Dual Cab and 76 Wagon customers)
- The internal capacity of the Bushman Roadie is 15L (20 can capacity!)
- The Bushman Roadie internal height allows you to stand up 1.25L bottles + wine bottles
- The Bushman Roadie is secured with bottom mounted captive nuts (no straps or additional brackets clipped into the plastic grille)
Q: Can I fit my UHF to a Full Length Floor Console?
A: The front accessories facia is on an ideal angle to fit a UHF radio, which you will need to see and operate while driving.There is limited amount of depth behind the front accessories facia. The width is also limited as a result of the airbag mechanism and deceleration sensor installed in this position (located under the factory cup holder to the left of the shifter). The following UHF radios can be mounted into the Full Length Floor Console:
- GME TX3520 - the remote face of this UHF will fit in the front facia (we'd suggest on the passenger's side). The body of the UHF can be fitted inside the console close to the back. We'd suggest fitting a GME SPK-07 extension speaker as the speaker in this UHF is in the body of the radio (which would be muffled). Alternatively, if you are considering (or have already done) a stereo upgrade, you can wire the UHF radio up to the factory pioneer 4" speakers under the dashboard.
- GME TX3100 and TX3120S - This 'super compact size' UHF will fit on the driver's side of the front accessories facia. We'd suggest fitting a GME SPK-07 extension speaker as the speaker in this UHF is in the body of the radio (which would be muffled). Alternatively, if you are considering (or have already done) a stereo upgrade, you can wire the UHF radio up to the factory pioneer 4" speakers under the dashboard.
- GME XRS 330C and GME XRS 370C (+ any other UHF radios with all controls, speaker and and screen on the hand piece e.g. Icom IC-450)- The body of the UHF can be fitted inside the console close to the back. We can supply and fit an RJ45 plug in the front accessories facia for $40 incl. GST. to plug in your hand piece.
Other 'Super Compact', 'Mini Compact' and 'Micro Size' radios e.g. Uniden XTRAK 40, Oricom UHF300 etc. can be fitted on the driver's side of the front accessories facia.
Department of the Interior is an authorised GME dealer. We can supply and fit GME UHF accessories to your product. Feel free to get in touch with us over the phone or via email for more information on which products are compatible with your console.
Q: How big are the jumbo cup holders?
A: The internal diameter of our jumbo size cup holders is approximately 88mm. The internal depth is 75mm, including a smaller diameter 'tier' in the bottom to accommodate can size drink containers.
Q: Can you fit a can with a stubby cooler in the cup holders?
A: Yes! Just add the jumbo cup holder disks to your order. Our jumbo cup holder disks are a disk/ doughnut shape piece of flat plastic that sits in the jumbo cup holder to level out the two tiered design, making it suitable for drink sizes in between the two set diameters e.g. a large sports drink (Maximus) or stubby cooler diameter.
Q: How big is the L-shape Storage Tray?
A: Here are the dimensions of our plastic L-shape storage tray:
- 190mm wide (across the width of the console)
- 125mm long (along the length of the console)
- 55mm deep
Q: What charging outlets do you use?
A: We use the Narva Australia Heavy-Duty Twin Accessory/Dual USB Sockets
Q: Can you fit stainless steel cup holders?
A: We use ABS plastic instead of metal for our cup holders and storage tray to avoid any rattles from coins, cans, metal coffee mugs etc.
Q: Do you offer custom upholstery?
A: Yes, absolutely. Our most popular colour options are dark grey to match the dashboard, or black to match centre instrument panel, however we do offer this product in any colour of your choice. If you've had some other work done to your interior and would like to match the material you have already used, we can upholster the console in the same material. We have accounts with most suppliers in Australia and can most likely source the material to match. You can get in touch with our sales team over the phone or via email to discuss pricing and options.
Q: Is this product available in leather?
A: Yes, we do offer leather upholstery. Additional charges apply. If you've had some other work done to your interior and would like to match the material you have already used, we can upholster the console in the same material. You can get in touch with our sales team over the phone or via email to discuss pricing and options.
Q: What do the colours match?
A: Here are our standard vinyl colour options:
- Dash Indent Vinyl- this is an exclusive vinyl we have had custom made to match the colour of the dashboard, glovebox and steering wheel.
- 301 Black Vinyl- this is a match to the black accessories in the vehicle, for example the black instrument panel in the centre of the dashboard. The colour and grain match that of the handbrake handle and gear shifter knob.
Q: Do you need to remove the factory rubber boot?
A: The manual gear boot in this product is decorative only. The installer must leave the factory rubber boot in place. This rubber boot acts as a seal to prevent fumes and transmission noise from entering the vehicle.
Q: Can I buy the blank plywood frame?
A: Unfortunately not. We do not offer our product as a blank timber frame. Our machinists and upholsterers have tens of years of experience and we love to offer our product with the highest quality finish. If you'd like us to upholster the console to match some other work you are having done in the vehicle, view the FAQ's above.
Q: Does the console obstruct the glove box?
A: No. There is a small recess on the passenger's side at the front which allows for the glove box to open correctly without rubbing on the side of the console.
Q: What is the console made out of?
A: Our products are constructed with exterior grade, marine bonded plywood and finished with soft padded vinyl upholstery to match your interior.
