My 88 Formula Interior Redesign (Page 58/87)
Sofa King APR 10, 05:07 PM
MAJOR UPDATES!!!!

Check it out!

I deconstructed the glove box and laid out the foam core in prep for the fiberglass - I just hope I can figure out where it all goes...


I didn't get all the pieces cut but did get most


I took these pieces and began fabricating one of two "lips"


I used hot glue on the outside to adhere the pieces together



Once everything was closed off



I then filled the shape with resin



I then sanded smooth - I created two of these


I put the main console back into the car and applied tape around the edges of the upper gauges - I used this as a template to get the basic hole cut in the radio cover


I put the cover back on and I could then see where the tape was


I took black paint and sprayed - this told me where to cut


I then drilled 4 holes - now just connect the dots and remove the waste


Basic hole cut and installed



I then lined up the trim plate, taped it in place and applied resin and filler



All primed up




The only issue is the depth of the upper gauges - they are slightly recessed - you can see the gap


Notice the potential use of the second lip



Basic cover with lip set on top


OK... gotta get back to work

[This message has been edited by Sofa King (edited 04-10-2010).]

katatak APR 10, 07:38 PM
Hey Greg,

An idea for your "recessed" aux gauges. Build a small lip inside to fill the gap? Looking good!

Pat

Sofa King APR 10, 09:21 PM

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Originally posted by katatak:

Hey Greg,

An idea for your "recessed" aux gauges. Build a small lip inside to fill the gap? Looking good!

Pat



Hey P,

Remember the plastic styrenne? I'm going to give that a shot and see how it turns out.
katatak APR 10, 11:17 PM
Excellent idea!
Blacktree APR 11, 10:45 AM
If it were me, I wouldn't install that lip on the top. I like the coin tray idea, though.

Is there any way you can move the aux gauges forward a bit? That would take care of the gap.
Sofa King APR 11, 02:34 PM

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Originally posted by Blacktree:

Is there any way you can move the aux gauges forward a bit? That would take care of the gap.



GENIUS!

I created spacers using some extra glass and then drilled holes


I took the appropriate measurements from each side and mounted


TaDa - Almost perfect! Thanks for the GREAT IDEA, Blacktree!
Sofa King APR 11, 02:41 PM
UPDATES!

I just spent the last 4 hours working on the radio cover. I started by removing all the primer. I then spread a thin layer of resin over the entire outside and let it sit in the sun. When that dried I hand sanded the entire console smooth using about 220 grit paper. I then applied one of the LAST layers of primer before going final. I still have a few holes and low areas but we're getting very close

Thin layer of resin applied


Sanded smooth


Primer added
Blacktree APR 11, 07:31 PM
I'm glad I could help.
Sofa King APR 12, 08:06 AM
I installed the radio cover in the car and it looks fantastic! However... more sanding is required. UGH... It also squeaks like mad so I might line the inside with felt before final install. I do have to sand, paint and clear coat the actual radio console as well. Also, the design of the "tray" will also change as I need to take into account the shifter tray and everything else associated in that area.

Pic taken just moments ago...


More to come!
katatak APR 12, 11:07 AM
Nice!