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Old 03-16-04, 11:54 PM
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Originally posted by dDuB
thats a great idea an all, but for those that want to be able to see the idiot cluster it wont work out... so how about one for the idiot light cluster and another one somewhere else (above the radio ) that will also hold 3 hehe
I've seen one design that keeps the idiot cluster intact and basically bolts on top of that.

I think a single DIN radio cut-out + triple 2" / 52mm panel under or over that might be doable.  The crappy stereo kits I've seen all SUCK!  Cheap would be textured ABS plastic, and it's easily covered or painted.  Aluminum or any other metal would cost at least 2 to 3 times more.


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Old 03-16-04, 11:57 PM
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Originally posted by incendui
I'll just add a gauge holder that replaces the two center air vents to the list thats already been said.
This is something that not everyone would be willing to sacrifice.  I was resistant getting rid of the center vents, but when I HAD to add more gauges, out they went and I have never regretted it since.


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Old 03-16-04, 11:59 PM
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Originally posted by Fitness Stain
yes...guage cluster that holds 3 guages, and a single DIN head unit...50 bucks (less preferablly)
See above.

a GOOD molded in cup holder, or one that atleast looks mostly stock....
What does "mostly stock" look like?


and a hatch cover that will cover the hatch
kinda like the 3rd gen
See thread:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...hreadid=283704


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Old 03-17-04, 12:01 AM
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Oops sorry Reted, I forgot to post what I would be willing to pay;

I would like to see the following things;
1) A triple gauge cluster that replaces the whole apillar cover.--------- $50.00
2) A non factory replacement for the Rear hatch cover ( I am going to work on this when i get the time) --------- $100.00
3) A front difuser plate (under the car venting high pressure air up) --------- $70.00
4) a Nice Vented Hood that isn't Goddy or ricey, just functional ----------- $500.00
5) Rebuilt/Recovered Leather TII seats. --------- $400.00 (each with core exchange)

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Old 03-17-04, 12:01 AM
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Originally posted by jreynish
1) A triple gauge cluster that replaces the whole apillar cover.
I find multi A-pillar gauges annoying to my eyes.  Trying to refocus between the gauges really screws my eye up!

2) A non factory replacement for the Rear hatch cover ( I am going to work on this when i get the time)
3) A front difuser plate (under the car venting high pressure air up)
4) a Nice Vented Hood that isn't Goddy or ricey, just functional
Check thread:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...hreadid=283704

5) Rebuilt/Recovered Leather TII seats.
Can't you guys get this taken care of with a local uphostery shop?


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Old 03-17-04, 12:05 AM
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Originally posted by SonicRaT
As far as I know/have found, nobody makes a kit that includes everything needed to setup an electronic aux port activation, there have been many howto's with lists of parts and so forth, but never a compiled kit to be purchased in one location.
The problems with kits like this is that you're fighting companies like Summit Racing with dirt low prices.  A thorough write-up with the proper listing of parts from Summit Racing should be good enough?

With the automatic seat belts in place I'd like to see a gauge pod that could fit properly for us s5 folk, i've attempted to modify mine with a heatgun with not so pretty success. Or any other convient, yet not obnoxiously ugly mounting locations for gauges would impress me.
Yeah, I see what you mean.  Having a single A-pillar gauge down low by the dash isn't as bad as I first thought.

One thing I definatly am not happy with is how old the interior looks, if there was only some way to make it look newer, perhaps brushed aluminum surrounds? I'm not real sure, but if a product could come out that would make the interior look more modern, I'd be willing to pay an small fortune for it. Wether it be a digital gauge cluster replacement, or an entire new gauge surround with modified buttons/dials for lights/so forth.
Yeah, I'm not a fan of shiny things inside the car.  It really distracts when you're driving.

If you're looking for CF stuff, check out this thread:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...hreadid=283704


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Old 03-17-04, 12:06 AM
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Originally posted by RETed
I find multi A-pillar gauges annoying to my eyes.  Trying to refocus between the gauges really screws my eye up!
Really I find it better than taking my eyes off the road to look down.... but each to his own....



Can't you guys get this taken care of with a local uphostery shop?


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Old 03-17-04, 12:13 AM
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Originally posted by AusTexRex
hmm. 1. a digital one guage does multiple functions thing. Press different buttons on the side and the numbers read out on the screen, would be great for temps, average MPG, maybe put a timer function into it. Oh, and having guages that are redlining pop to the front of the screen and make it flash would be good. Like the temp guages. or maybe A/F readings where you could set it to warn on lean or too rich or what not... I understand this would take a lot of work.. but stingy FC drivers worldwide would buy something like this. I know BMW's had something a lot like this, probably still do. (as much as 400-600...800? jesus I don't know, but a whole whole lot)
Too much time and R&D cause of the electronics.

2. Battery Relocation Kit. (however much it costs to get the pieces and put a fair markup for you in it)
I'm actually working on a battery relocation write-up right now, so we'll see if there is demand for a kit.  Most of the items are easily available locally or from online catalogs.

3. Pop-up light replacement kit (150)
I don't like any of the light kits I've seen, so I doubt I would work on one myself.  One pair of lamps already costs $100, so I doubt it can be done under $500 for a 4 lamp set-up.

4. Stereo Surrounds that don't break.
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...hreadid=283704

5. Classy new taillights. (working on some myself) (200-300)
This gets into DOT certification, and that's not something I want to worry about.

6. CAI that doesnt' require cutting... possible? (a whole lot)
Addressed earlier.

7. Sideview mirrors that keep a stock design (maybe something a little cooler if you feel the need) but have a mount so they can pivot inwards if they get hit like modern cars. (100)
Anything dealing with mirrors is pretty much out, as tempered glass is pretty much required.

8. a guage cluster that mounts using a bracket and screws that can be moved or arranged then screwed out to brace the cluster in tight places. If you don't understand what I mean, PM me and I'll explain it. but it would solve the idiot light AND above stereo slot cluster requests at the same time. probably logicon as well.
Gauge panels seems to be very popular item.


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Old 03-17-04, 12:14 AM
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Originally posted by MrSparkle
i would like a cf ecu cover(50-75) and a 4.30(or smaller) ring & pinion/lsd setup in the 1000 range.
Shut up bitch, you already have a 4.30 rear.


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Old 03-17-04, 12:18 AM
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Originally posted by anobii
REAL carbon fiber interior pieces- Gauge bezel $60, stereo bezel $100, shifter bezel $50, steering column shroud $30 , ect.
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...hreadid=283704

a short shifter that dosent cost as much as a jdm replacement transmission, yeah, that woul be coo...
.$50
Almost impossible without having a decent profit margin.
These units are SS and CNC lathe'd, which means production costs are high.

Now for the biggie, spring perches and adjustable collars (no springs) for all four corners to fit eibach 2.5" coils. they would have to be cheaper than ground control, so id say 150 for the set, maybe.
We're actually looking to jump into the whole coilover business...

And one more thing, racing seat brackets that actually fit the floorboard of the FC. Oh man, that would be priceless.
Lots of liability in that, and testing is next to impossible.


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Old 03-17-04, 12:21 AM
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Originally posted by tie pilot
how about a set of really bitchin race pedals that bolt on (drillin required). if it could include a dead pedal that's a little wider than the stock one, that would also be sweet. $50?
Hmm...I'm not sure I understand what you mean?

Do you mean a totally set of pedals?
Cut the stock pedal bottoms off and put on new ones?

I really like the stock dead pedal.  Are you overly tall?


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Originally posted by Psygnosis7
Definaly some form of a new center console that goes all the way back and includes a cup holder and perhaps a larger 'cubby'

The current console is one of the main things in the car that really help it maintain that 80's look.
I've been toying with redesigning the ENTIRE lower center console part, but that's some serious money we're talking about.

I've seen some of the American (i.e. Ford Explorer) lower arm rests, and they are solid and very strong.


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Old 03-17-04, 12:27 AM
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Originally posted by Kim
How about a NA/Turbo conversion kit, you know just pipes, flanges and other hardware used to do a N/A-Turbo conversion.

There are alot of people wanting to do it but I think that most wont because of fabrication issues.

I will expect it to be around 399,95$
You know, I'm against the conversion, but I see that the demand is there...I might just think seriously about making a kit.

Trying to keep the engine alive is a whole nother matter though...


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Old 03-17-04, 12:32 AM
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Originally posted by theone81
A VEILSIDE BODYKIT FOR AN FC LOOKIN LIKE THIS
Uh, NO.


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Originally posted by Turbo_Rotary
I like the idea of a new under belly pan made out of sheet metal or something. Maybe put some louvers on to pull some heat out of the engine bay.
Yep, under aero panels are in the works.


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Old 03-17-04, 12:35 AM
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Originally posted by jon0886
single DIN guage cluster that has a little stealth thing - maybe like a door that comes down over it and covers it - makes it look stock or something.

I hate it when people look into cars then see something "cool" and just crowd over them. STEP AWAY FROM MY F***ING CAR!
You can always run a tinted panel and run it full illumination when turned on?


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Originally posted by TonyTurboII
Am I the only one who read the posts of Ted saying things he would not make?
People should check out Dave Gibson's thread on all the carbon stuff.
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...hreadid=283704

Anyhow, a cuholer would be nice, I think you should try to make one that replaces the trim around the shifter itself instead of the whole stereo surround, it would save on costs, and probably be easy to produce. Just make sure its on the passanger side, and able to hold 32 ounces, lol.
I think hanging it on the plastic pieces is going to damage or crack them in very short time.


Id also like to see some sort of idiot cluster gauge holder replacement, but one that would hold 3 60mm gauges.
Damn, you got money!


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Originally posted by M5150
bump steer adjusters, maybe a kit for the steering rack to change the ratio,
Working on this...

cheaper bearing control arms (AWR charges 350 per arm)
I've seen these things, and I question how effective those things are?

subframe spacers for the rear,
What do these things do?

kit for foam injecting the chassis,
There are kits popping up in Japan - one is called "Pengiun".  Maybe they might make it to the U.S., or you can contact any composite shop that handles plastics.

underbody aero kit to cover up the tranny tunnel, stuff like that
Yeah, all the under aero stuff is in development.
If not check out:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...hreadid=283704


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Old 03-17-04, 12:46 AM
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Originally posted by theonlygreat
I want a quality TID made out of aluminum. i saw one at banzairacing i think, but they are on back order or sold out. they sell theirs for $150 which is a little on the high side... especially if you have to wait for them to make more. i have yet to find one for sale elsewhere.
$100?
polished aluminum pipe
2 or 3 layer reinforced silicone hoses, in three colors (blue, yellow, red)


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Originally posted by 13bpower
What I would want is a anti barbacue kit. A kit that replaces all the rubber fuel lines in the engine bay with some SS lines or something like that. THe kit would have the option of coming with a PD replacement Banjo bolt. The kit would include all the hardware to do the job (lines , fittings, ect>). A reasonable amount of fabrication is fine. Stock rails would be kept, may be an option for a aftermarket FPR (FPR not included in the kit). I could see myself paying $150 for that.
I might do a write-up for it, but we can't compete with Summit Racing prices on the Earls pieces.  This is the main reason why I don't want to do any of these AN SS stuff.



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Originally posted by FCNAred
[IMG]maybe someone might like the glovebox gauge panel like mine
I like my glove box!


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Originally posted by f1blueRx7
Don't you wanna see those gauges when you drive? Mine are down at my stereo and glancing there is a pain as it is.
Agreed - which is why all of my gauge are within 12 inches if the instrument cluster.


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Hey guys, Dave Gibson from FC3S.Org has started another thread that covers CF stuff and most cosmetic and panels here:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...hreadid=283704

Check that thread out if you're looking for carbon fiber and body kit stuff!


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Originally posted by RETed

There are kits popping up in Japan - one is called "Pengiun".  Maybe they might make it to the U.S., or you can contact any composite shop that handles plastics.


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Damn Ted, the response Is meet alright...now you gotta deliver.


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