So I have now begun the next phase of the project. So far I have measured and made the face plate, decided on using wood, bent the wood. Now I want to fine tune things. I proceeded to grind down the sides and make things … Continue readingCenter Console….Moving Forward!
The last update we talked about the decision to bend wood versus 3D printing. I went to Ganahl Lumber and talked to a wood specialist. They deal in big projects so my little 8.5″ x 11″ piece if wood was basically scrap wood for them. … Continue readingCenter Console….Taking Shape!
I have done a lot of planning. Everything from 3D Cad blueprints to basic templates in the computer. I looked into 3D printing of the face, but I thing for the cost, good old fashioned wood is going to be the best option. So I … Continue readingCenter Console….the saga continues!
I have been meaning to complete the audio system for the last few years. The Nakamichi head unit has been flawless and the Hertz component system has been smooth and a dream to listen to…I just need MORE POWER! So I have been … Continue readingSound Decision
BEFORE AFTER Spent a few hours getting all those wires that were loose wrapped up and cleaned up so the battery area wouldn’t look so sloppy. Best case scenario would be to yank it all out, paint it and rewire everything from scratch but that’s … Continue readingWiring Clean Up!
Now that I know my brake booster is bad I need to decide on what to do, replace it or repair it. New brake boosters are no longer available. Rebuilding them is about $200. The 2002 Tii brake booster is longer and more narrow. … Continue readingTii Brake Booster!!!
The car was running great except I have a rough idle when stopped. It was very frustrating as when I’m driving the car is fast, peppy and fun to drive. When stopped it sputtered and the idle got very lumpy. I checked for leaks in … Continue readingRough Idling
For 2 years or so I have been enduring this exhaust smell in my car. I tried to adjust the trunk latch so it would seal better. I was at the most extreme setting and still I was seeing light get into the trunk. It … Continue readingThe Smell is Gone!!!
Today was a day that has even 3 years in the making! Today I installed the carpet kit I bought from Esty. It you are unfamiliar with Esty, let me tell you a but about her. She has many 02s and has designed carpet … Continue readingCarpet!
Part 1 of the trip was a dream. About 8pm I set off from Sacramento and headed south on interstate 5. Keeping the car under 80 the whole way was the plan. When I stopped for gas I topped off the oil level. Gotta make … Continue readingBreak In Trip Part 2. Uh oh.