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!
Doing a drive from Newport Beach to Sacramento to visit family. It’s about 450 miles each way. If you are not familiar with the drive its all flat and straight interstate highway except for the Grapevine which is a steep and windy grade of road … Continue readingBreak In Road Trip!
A While back I installed the Volvo calipers and 320 hubs and rotors on the front of the car. Now is the time to balance the brakes out. The increased braking power is nice in the front, but I can feel the rears being … Continue readingBig Brakes Pt. 2
It’s been 3 years since I have owned Blue. Its been a dream to own such an amazing car! The honeymoon is not over by far. The updates have been slow coming because I have not done anything1 I have just been driving it. Thats … Continue reading3 Year Anniversary!
I have ALWAYS loved the look of the 2002 with chrome bumpers and the big round chrome driving lights. I have been planning this since I bought the car. The problem was there are not any NEW round chrome driving lights any more! 1 place … Continue readingLet There Be Light…DRIVING LIGHTS!!!!