1st Generation Specific (1979-1985) 1979-1985 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections

stereo surround mod (pic)

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 03-14-05, 10:04 AM
  #1  
Frankencar

Thread Starter
 
BMS2004's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Michigan
Posts: 645
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
stereo surround mod (pic)

hey guys, I tried this because it sounded like a good idea at the time. I think it turned out good. Still need some final touches like cutting holes for heater ***** and clock, and my gauges. Let me know what you think.

Ron

Old 03-14-05, 10:17 AM
  #2  
Strength & Unity

iTrader: (1)
 
2wankel's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: CT
Posts: 1,946
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
If it was made out of another material maybe brushed aluminum it would look nice, but that looks way out of place. That just me though and others might like it.
Old 03-14-05, 10:27 AM
  #3  
Burning Oil-Grinding 3rd

 
Hades12's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2002
Location: Union Mills NC
Posts: 4,094
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Originally Posted by 2wankel
If it was made out of another material maybe brushed aluminum it would look nice, but that looks way out of place. That just me though and others might like it.
I am with Wankel. Lookes UGH.
Old 03-14-05, 11:07 AM
  #4  
Heck Yes!

 
anthrax's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Chatham, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 1,075
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Ya a little too much of the Pick Up Truck tool box look for my taste.

Even some satin coat galvinized would look better then polished tread plate

IMHO
Old 03-14-05, 11:09 AM
  #5  
I hate because I'm bored.

 
comradegiant's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Fort Collins, CO
Posts: 510
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
It would look great if you car was gutted. As is it clashes with the interior pretty badly.
Old 03-14-05, 11:14 AM
  #6  
Rotartist

iTrader: (13)
 
RRTEC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Spring Hill TN 37174
Posts: 7,252
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Once you add the guages and switches and gut the interior it'll look fine. I would like just the shifter area I think.. Its always nice to see people trying things out,.
Old 03-14-05, 11:18 AM
  #7  
Always waiting for parts!

iTrader: (2)
 
seanrot's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Illinois
Posts: 1,637
Received 18 Likes on 9 Posts
It looks like you did a great job of putting it in there, but the material is off. For some reason I just have the urge to stand on your dash. possilbly brushed aluminum but that will still be really bright. Smoked plexi glass might look really good, since you already have a pattern. You can put some gauges behind it that only show, when they are lit up. Just a thought.
Old 03-14-05, 11:31 AM
  #8  
Heck Yes!

 
anthrax's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Chatham, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 1,075
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by seanrot
... Smoked plexi glass might look really good, since you already have a pattern. You can put some gauges behind it that only show, when they are lit up. Just a thought.

That would look way cool.
Old 03-14-05, 12:05 PM
  #9  
Frankencar

Thread Starter
 
BMS2004's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Michigan
Posts: 645
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
yea i have to agree it does stand out. It still looks 10x better than just an opening in the dash needed a quick fix so went to hardware store and picked it up. Will i keep if for awhile? Your damn right, you don't know how much filing had to be done!! Maybe with the gauges and radio and stuff it won't stick out as much.

Plexi glass, can you form that to bend like the aluminum did? I also like that idea, easier to file too. Thanks for the input everyone.
Old 03-14-05, 12:42 PM
  #10  
83 Limited Edition

 
Mikeydred's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Orlando Fl.
Posts: 221
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Doesn't seem to go with the dash and all. Just my opinion. By the way, there is a new factory center on Ebay. I don't know how to post links yet.
Old 03-14-05, 01:33 PM
  #11  
Right near Malloy

iTrader: (28)
 
Pele's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 1999
Location: Behind a workbench, repairing FC Electronics.
Posts: 7,841
Received 510 Likes on 345 Posts
we have plain ol' sheet aluminium at work (6061-T6) that I think would be better.
Old 03-14-05, 01:34 PM
  #12  
What?

 
John64's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: CT
Posts: 3,833
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
That would be great if your girlfriend got frisky! A good place to put your feet.
Old 03-14-05, 02:23 PM
  #13  
Clutchless in San Antonio

iTrader: (1)
 
ChunkyMonkey's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: San Antonio, Tx.
Posts: 677
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
I agree with others, I'm not digging the diamond plate. Maybe a brushed aluminum or satin finish.......
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
rotor_veux
Build Threads
46
06-12-18 10:39 AM



Quick Reply: stereo surround mod (pic)



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:18 AM.