My 88 Formula Interior Redesign (Page 33/87)
Sofa King JAN 19, 10:10 AM

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Originally posted by katatak:

Man Greg,

You've been busy. I love it. I was loosing motivation for my interior project but I am now fired up to get it done. I like the switches - at least the idea - still not sure about the switches themselves. Reminds me of an old Caddy. The console is looking great and the new mock up is even better. Your concept drawings are crazy but when you can see it come to life in your mock up..... That takes some talent my friend.

Pat



Thanks man! I have to admit... there was a short time when I too was losing steam. But like you said, I'm now fired up! I don't want to go to work - I got stuff to do in the garage!

I'm still thinking about the switches on the console. There is definately going to be something there, I just need to find the right switch. As you know, the design is ever changing.
fieroguy123 JAN 19, 01:47 PM
I gotta say man, I am really impressed! I can't believe I just sat there and read all 9 pages of this thread but I was learning the whole time and getting sucked into your vision. It's truely inspiring!
Sofa King JAN 20, 11:08 AM

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Originally posted by fieroguy123:

I gotta say man, I am really impressed! I can't believe I just sat there and read all 9 pages of this thread but I was learning the whole time and getting sucked into your vision. It's truely inspiring!



Thanks for the vote of confidence! I'm impressed you made it through all 9 pages... I would have poked my brain with a Q-Tip from all my boring dribble... Again, thanks so much! I should be back out to work this evening. So I'll have more updates!

Thanks again

SK
Sofa King JAN 20, 02:10 PM

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Originally posted by ALJR:



I think I like this one the best as it reminds me of the Fiero...
If it were me, I would make the radio opening double-din...
I would also make the center arm rest padded and hinged open (hinge along the passenders side or back) for extra storage...
Duno if it would be possible to do this, but a slide-out cup holder on the pass. side of the shift console (the part you have in white in the above pic). This way, it would be out of the way of your arm/elbow while shifting...

Just my two cents of what I would do "IF" I was capable enough to do something like this



Hi A,

I like this design too. And I agree, the armrest will have a hinge openning along the back for that extra storage. The plan is still the same for the cupholder - it'll be mounted into the rear console instead of the armrest. I think I'm going to stick with a stock GM head unit that accepts the iPod / iPhone. I just like the look the stock units - call me weird. A cup holder on the shifter side of the console might be possible. I'll have to find one and see the dimensions before doing anything. Do you have any suggestions?

Thanks much - sorry for not responding earlier.
Sofa King JAN 21, 07:52 AM
Just a minor update. I didn't have that much time last night and it was raining so I wasn't really able to paint anything. However, I did sand the console and armrest. And I was able to shoot a light coat of primer on the armrest - this piece is going to be death of me!



Just a little bit more sanding to go


Looking down the barrel


Light sand of the console


Also, I will need to create a vent on either side of the console to dicipate heat from the ECM. I'm not sure whether to create a few simple holes or try to utilize the stock vent covers. They will have to be cut and modified. I do have any extra set that came with the other console. It won't really matter how it looks because the seats hide the sides of the console. Maybe just a simple vent. I'll check out the local home improvement stores and auto parts shops and see what they have. I'll figure it out...


I'm hoping the rain will subside by this afternoon. It is supposed to be nice tomorrow so I'll be to get a lot done!

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Tony Kania JAN 21, 01:03 PM
Will the sanding ever end!? Looks spectacular. That console cover kills me everytime that I look at it. Just so modern.

I'm looking at the vent size. Is it larger than the console? Do you have any plans for the dash vents? Maybe go with a vent that will match the rest of the dash?

Tony
Sofa King JAN 21, 02:06 PM

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Originally posted by Tony Kania:

Will the sanding ever end!? Looks spectacular. That console cover kills me everytime that I look at it. Just so modern.

I'm looking at the vent size. Is it larger than the console? Do you have any plans for the dash vents? Maybe go with a vent that will match the rest of the dash?

Tony



Hey Tony,

Thanks for the kind words. As for the sanding? UGH... I have no idea when it will end. But there is a lot of it when you do something like this... The vents... I'm not sure whether to cut up the existing stock vents or just create some simple holes with a screen. As I mentioned the seats will be covering that particular area so I'm not as hard pressed to find the best solution - but I am a perfectionist. I'll check around and see what i can find.

I'm just excited that I'm at the 90% point - I'd like to see it in the car!
revin JAN 21, 02:25 PM
dam! looking great!!! I must give up galssin'...cause you are doing better than I now!! student shows up teacher(helpful hints)


Before you get those switches....
mine... http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBay...eName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

using for window switches!!!

look here also!
www.conrad.com
katatak JAN 21, 03:58 PM
Sanding never ends!
Sofa King JAN 21, 04:05 PM
ever ever ever... much like this comment