Here is the buildup I promised. it is based upon the fiberglass dash shell, center console and door panels from PISA. If I had the dash in once, I had it in and out at least 100 times, getting it to fit just right.

First off let me say, I decided to use the existing instruments and bezels. I may change the bezels to carbon fiber, or even aluminum at a later date. But at this time, I used what I had, because I'm on a tight budget. At least I got it done in a reasonable timeframe. Somewhere around 80 hrs by now, is my guess.

I started by ripping out the old dash and console cover.

The first thing I did was replace the two screw blind nuts on the passenger side. On the original dash the screws under the speaker cover screwed here. I replace d them with 1/4 X 20.

I then drilled two holes in the glove box area for 2 6" 1/4 X 20 bolts

Next I bent the shift lever tube back about 2" I placed a pipe over the shift tube and bent it, only to find out that the ignition key would not release. For the life of me, I couldn't see how that would stop the key from disengaging, as the base of the shift tube did not seem to move at all, but it did. So I bent the tube back straight again, until the key would release. Then I used an electrical conduit bender (hickey) and put a slight bend in the tube.

I knew I wanted to use the shift face plate and ashtrays, so I cut out the new console.

I also knew I wanted to use the existing radio, and AC contro mounting. So I cut down the original moutning box and set it on the console. (I did replace the radio with one that fits later Pointiacs and it sounds absolutely fabulous.)

Next I sat the instrument cluster in place.

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And then temporarily installed the dash so I could see how everything started to line up.

I continued working on the Radio and AC mounting until I was satisfied.

One I was fairly satisifed with how everything was coming together, I started upholstering the dash. I used 3M 99 Contact Spray Adhesive to glue 1/4" closed cell foam to the fiberglass shell.

Good job on the dash. It looks great.

I agree with last post looks great I really like the door panels.

WOW that is how the 88 should have been done.

Very nicly done. It's amazing what a little creativity and some fiberglass can do.

Great job,

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double-click on this link to follow my interior build-up https://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum1/HTML/023174.html

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Judged "Best Custom Interior" at the 9th Annual Fiero Fun Weekend @ Daytona - 3/2005

very nice thanks for the write up. a plus for ya!

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Nice work.
tg

that is cool! You want to do it to my car for me

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Excellent Job.....Outstanding!!! Thanks for sharing.

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Nice work covering it yourself! Very impressive. I need some pointers on how you finished the edges.

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Great build thread. I have a few comments and I will post some pics later.

Interesting to see how two people with the same task come to some of the same solutions. I also cut down the stock console skeleton to mount the radio and A/C control head. I did not use the stock center A/C outlet. Just used two in the sides. In the place of the center outlet I installed a headlight control from a 96 Bonneville, the trunk release switch and the HUD controller. I made some brackets to pick up the stock front firewall mounting locations and glassed them to the underside of the dash on the right. I also made some brackets to pick up the lower side mounting points. Instead of the stock Fiero shifter plate I got a plate and shifter head from a 93 Seville and cut the shifter arm down instead of bending it. This has the added advantage of selector call outs for a 4spd auto tranny which I plan to install later. I cut the lower cover from the Fiero to fit under the steering column to give the lower section a finished look.

Great work and you inspired me to get going and finish.

Rolland

quote Originally posted by Saxman: Nice work covering it yourself! Very impressive. I need some pointers on how you finished the edges.

Thanks for the compliments.

I'm not sure what edges you are talking about. If you can be a bit more specific, I'll try my best to either describe what I did, or take a picture.

Fino

I was talking about the front "sewn" edges around the steering wheel bulge. How did you get it so nice?

Nice work!

I see a driver's side dash speaker, but none on the passenger side?

i really like the doors - i think they would even look right in place with a stock dash..

Excellent

May I ask how you attached the material to the dash? Thanks

Tim

That's a real nice job. Looks great.

Bob

quote Originally posted by Mickey_Moose: May I ask how you attached the material to the dash?

See post #2, just below the fourth photograph.

I like it, it looks good.

A few questions if I may...

What about the passenger side dash speaker?

Can you show a picture of the cubby between the driver/passenger?

Can you show a pic of the glove box with it open?

Thanks!!!

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