New Section! This is where I will post a 2002 pic every week that inspires me…If others want to submit for this, I am all for it! I will be trying to stretch my photo knowledge to create the best pics I can and display … Continue readingBeauty Shot! August 18
Last update I began focusing on getting the shifter surround in better shape. I filled the hole I drilled for a switch and applied a coat of bond to remove the texture from it. Well its been about 5 coats of primer and lots … Continue readingCenter Console: More Progress
Now that the faceplate of the center console is ready for paint it’s time to refinish and prep the shifter surround. The original has a textured plastic finish to it. I want it to match the face plate so I’m going to give it the … Continue readingCenter Console: shifter surround refinish
After a few coats of primer and lots of sanding the surface is getting very smooth. Now to do some research on the paint to use for the faceplate. Lacquer? Enamel? Vinyl wrap? Looking for that super glossy look. Also want something nice and durable … Continue readingCenter Console: Looking for perfection
Every day I get closer and closer to completion. Heres what I did today! Screwed on my modified mounting brackets to the face plate. The idea is that I can lower the face down onto the bolts that are screwed into sides of … Continue readingCenter Console…More Progress!
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!
My goal for the audio system was to have something rivaling a premium new car. Balanced, lots of low end, but not overly bass heavy with a clear and detailed high end. All in a somewhat stealth install without doing a whole lot of hacking … Continue readingFinishing up the audio
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
Took the car to the Mt. Baldy Vintage BMW drive. This is a very cool drive through the local mountains. It was a nice sunny day, not too hot, in the 80’s. It was nice to see some cool 2002s. Some stock and completely restored, … Continue readingMt Baldy Vintage BMW Car Drive!