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I sanded the face with 150 and 320-grit to key the surface. I didn't really have a sanding block so I didn't get rid of all the lines.
I sanded the face with 150 and 320-grit to key the surface. I didn't really have a sanding block so I didn't get rid of all the lines.
0 2023/01/08 18:34:01
The paint i used. The texture didn't match the factory finish, so I don't recommend this if you're looking to match things perfectly.
The paint i used. The texture didn't match the factory finish, so I don't recommend this if you're looking to match things perfectly.
0 2023/01/08 18:34:04
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This is after a few coats. The lighting makes it look worse than it is.
This is after a few coats. The lighting makes it look worse than it is.
0 2023/01/08 18:34:20
After paint and fitting.
After paint and fitting.
0 2023/01/08 18:34:21
A different angle.
A different angle.
0 2023/01/08 18:34:24
I also decided to go with new, lighter, 16x7 inch wheels with 5mm spacers to get the right offset with factory-sized rubber. These are Rota R-spec wheels in steel grey, 16x7 45mm. They include center caps that do not clear the front wheel hub centers, so new caps were made.
I also decided to go with new, lighter, 16x7 inch wheels with 5mm spacers to get the right offset with factory-sized rubber. These are Rota R-spec wheels in steel grey, 16x7 45mm. They include center caps that do not clear the front wheel hub centers, so new caps were made.
0 2023/05/24 09:22:36
Mazda and rotor logo in silver PETG with a silver accent. The body is in PETG black.
Mazda and rotor logo in silver PETG with a silver accent. The body is in PETG black.
0 2023/05/24 09:22:36
After filling in the Mazda and rotor logo with JB Weld Clear Weld and clear-coated in acrylic lacquer.
After filling in the Mazda and rotor logo with JB Weld Clear Weld and clear-coated in acrylic lacquer.
0 2023/05/24 09:22:46
The period-correct Clarion Audia-2000E preamp-only headunit, Kenwood equalizer are back in the dash with a 3d-printed trim piece. The half-din unit at the bottom is a 3D-printed enclosure containing a couple of PAC TR-7 modules, two momentary push-buttons, an ALPs potentiometer, and a couple of circuit boards with audio-switching relays.
The period-correct Clarion Audia-2000E preamp-only headunit, Kenwood equalizer are back in the dash with a 3d-printed trim piece. The half-din unit at the bottom is a 3D-printed enclosure containing a couple of PAC TR-7 modules, two momentary push-buttons, an ALPs potentiometer, and a couple of circuit boards with audio-switching relays.
0 2023/05/24 09:22:51
The Clarion has a CD din plug, which allows me to pass-through audio from another source. It also powers on an iSimple bluetooth hands-free kit and a modified bluetooth remote that uses a modified convertible audio panel as playback controls. The second button toggles auxiliary input for the portable CD player.
The Clarion has a CD din plug, which allows me to pass-through audio from another source. It also powers on an iSimple bluetooth hands-free kit and a modified bluetooth remote that uses a modified convertible audio panel as playback controls. The second button toggles auxiliary input for the portable CD player.
0 2023/05/24 09:22:53
Integrated period-correct stereo components with a modern bluetooth hands-free kit and remote. The half-din at the bottom is a 3d-printed enclosure that has its own volume control and toggles for cut-in and auxiliary input for the portable CD player.
Integrated period-correct stereo components with a modern bluetooth hands-free kit and remote. The half-din at the bottom is a 3d-printed enclosure that has its own volume control and toggles for cut-in and auxiliary input for the portable CD player.
0 2023/05/24 09:31:43
Convertible audio controls are modified to work with a bluetooth remote hidden inside the center console.
Convertible audio controls are modified to work with a bluetooth remote hidden inside the center console.
0 2023/05/24 09:31:43
Filled in the logos with JB Weld Clear Weld to keep out debris and sealed with acrylic lacquer clear coat paint.
Filled in the logos with JB Weld Clear Weld to keep out debris and sealed with acrylic lacquer clear coat paint.
0 2023/05/24 09:31:48
I've decided to get a lighter wheel-and-tire package with factory-size rubber to make the car fee a bit lighter on its feet (I hope). Rota R-Spec 16x7 45mm offset with 5mm Wilwood spacers and 3D printed center caps to clear the front hub centers.
I've decided to get a lighter wheel-and-tire package with factory-size rubber to make the car fee a bit lighter on its feet (I hope). Rota R-Spec 16x7 45mm offset with 5mm Wilwood spacers and 3D printed center caps to clear the front hub centers.
0 2023/05/24 09:32:01
PETG silver for the logos and ring accent, black for the main body.
PETG silver for the logos and ring accent, black for the main body.
0 2023/05/24 09:32:04
The new tires in the stock factory size of 205/55R16 with its new center caps.
The new tires in the stock factory size of 205/55R16 with its new center caps.
0 2023/05/26 12:11:20
Closeup.
Closeup.
0 2023/05/26 12:11:24
Temporarily bolted to the car. There's some unrelated work to do this weekend before it goes back on the road.
Temporarily bolted to the car. There's some unrelated work to do this weekend before it goes back on the road.
0 2023/05/26 12:11:26
Another angle.
Another angle.
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And another.
And another.
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