Check out the pics of my project
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Forum Name: Fiberglass, Fabrication, and Interiors
Forum Discription: Fiberglass Kick Panels, Subwoofer Enclosures, Plexiglas, Fabrics, Materials, Finishes, etc.
URL: https://www.the12volt.com/installbay/forum_posts.asp?tid=34677
Printed Date: May 21, 2024 at 6:44 PM
Topic: Check out the pics of my project
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Subject: Check out the pics of my project
Date Posted: June 27, 2004 at 2:44 PM
Just wanted to let you guys now that i havent posted much on here..but have been following conversations for quite sometime. Thought it was about time i posted pics of my newest project..to be quite honest..its actually my first large fiberglass project...the only thing ive done besides this was a sparetire enclosre and kick panels..so enjoy. Any feedback welcome.
Hopefully the pics show..if they dont i'll just post up a link.
Thanks guys.
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Posted By: archemedes
Date Posted: June 27, 2004 at 4:57 PM
looks good
Posted By: biznisman2u
Date Posted: June 27, 2004 at 8:08 PM
i likes.... i got question.. did you fiberglass the sides wit the mdf wood.. or did you just str8 paint it and if you did fiberglass it, did you fibermat it to make it thicker or something?? ... i always wondered bout that part.
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Biznisman2u
Posted By: xtreamcc
Date Posted: June 27, 2004 at 10:57 PM
thats slick man, I'm liken the compact look and sterdy construction. Thatz a A+ in my book keep up the good work and post some picks of the subs once u get em done
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"Shiny chrome when used in conjunction with bikini models is particularly effective in inducing brain deficit disorder"
02 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Monster System on its way.
Posted By: ChrisZ3
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 1:07 AM
Awesome work ! Very clean look. What car is it? Post pictures of the building process if you have them !
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 7:38 AM
its the "new" backseat for a 1997 mitsubishi eclipse. I'll post pics if you want. The car is sweet...molded kit..roof scoop..chrome 18's..5 tv screens and now a full fiberglass system. He's one of my customers at my stereo shop. All the work on this car was done by me when i was more into the performance stuff. Now im straight audio and figured i needed to get some fiberglass work under my belt. I never would have gotten that done without the help of this forum. I'll post some pics of the boxes when i get them. The customer needed his car for a few days so i wont get a chance to work on it agian til friday or saturday..then the fun starts mmmmwwwwhhhaaahhhaaaahhhaa! 
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 7:41 AM
BY THE WAY....no actual fiberglass has taken place yet..although its the EASY part cause ive dont it so many times..that is just yellow fleece stretched over the box and test fit in the vehicle. i'll keep posting pics as I go..Any constructive criticism welcome
Posted By: biznisman2u
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 11:35 AM
Man!! you got everybody thinking that its finish and painted already. the sun is hitting the fleece so pretty. and i know i wasn't the only one posting a respond thinking it was finish.. but i am waiting to see the final steps
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Biznisman2u
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 1:23 PM
yeah..after i read those remarks..i figured that..HAHHAHA. the sun did hit it just right. but i will be posting more pics tomorrow morning. i was trying to keep people on the site updated in real time..kinda get a basic idea of the time factor.
Thanks guys
Later
Nick
Posted By: xtreamcc
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 1:34 PM
wow... had me fooled lol, still, its gona look slick haha, thats still funny bout the fleece
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"Shiny chrome when used in conjunction with bikini models is particularly effective in inducing brain deficit disorder"
02 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Monster System on its way.
Posted By: fugit
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 3:05 PM
That looks great! I totally thought it was already finished. I have one question/suggestion, the outside is nice and rounded so did you think of possibly grinding/sanding down the outer corners of where the amps go? I noticed the corners where you stretched the fleece near the bottom and the top center. Just a thought, it looks real nice.
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Posted By: defective
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 3:06 PM
nice lookin cowboy.... should be tight when it's done
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Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 4:15 PM
i thought about sanding that down..but i kinda liked the wya it looked. cant really explain why..but i see your point. I thought the sharp angles broke up the long arc on the sides..added some flare. Thanks for the suggestions though..keep em coming!
Posted By: pureRF
Date Posted: June 28, 2004 at 10:56 PM
I like the sharp corners. Keep em. Looks great though.
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dream it, build it, fiberglass it
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: July 01, 2004 at 9:48 PM
Updated pics from the fiberglass project. Any pointers..please speak up.
Later guys
Posted By: Alpine Guy
Date Posted: July 01, 2004 at 9:53 PM
how many layers did you lay down? im trying to get everything right in my head before i tackle my 2nd glass project, which is gona be massive.
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2003 Chevy Avalanche,Eclipse CD7000,Morel Elate 5,Adire Extremis,Alpine PDX-4.150, 15" TC-3000, 2 Alpine PDX-1.1000, 470Amp HO Alt.
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: July 01, 2004 at 10:02 PM
the amp rack only has 2
ther will be no flex at all..i mean..i can flex the fiberglass on the box..but i dont see the point in making it "bullet proof". The sub box is at 10 layers right now..cause the subs are gonna be hit with 1500 watts RMS. But the amp rack is only 2 layers at this point and i decided that was enough..im putting the second coat of bondo on later tonight..then sanding..then spot putty..then primer..then to body shop in the A.M.
More feedback??
Posted By: Alpine Guy
Date Posted: July 01, 2004 at 10:09 PM
Thats the kind of job people will definately drool over! That would be an excellent car to use as a sample for future customers. Keep up the great work! ------------- 2003 Chevy Avalanche,Eclipse CD7000,Morel Elate 5,Adire Extremis,Alpine PDX-4.150, 15" TC-3000, 2 Alpine PDX-1.1000, 470Amp HO Alt.
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: July 01, 2004 at 10:14 PM
Thanks..thats the exact idea. Im a new business in town..and as you may know..small towns have tons of people that talk smack about something they dont know. So findind a customer to spend some real money on a major system will shut the mouths of the aprehensive!!. But i'll keep you updates on the progress...i'm planning on having it done wihtin 7 days.
Thanks agian
Peace
Posted By: bigblackhoe
Date Posted: July 02, 2004 at 10:18 PM
howd you get the individual amp boxes to stay in place? just screw in through the corners or what?
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: July 06, 2004 at 8:34 PM
pretty much just made a point of contact with the corner of the "amp boxes" with the actual amp rack. and if there wasnt a point of contact..i put a leg under neath the corner
I have updated pics..i will post them tomorrow morning
Peace
Nick
Posted By: r0yal
Date Posted: July 19, 2004 at 4:31 PM
wheres the pics?!?! lol I wanna see... it looks wicked so far
Posted By: shawn62
Date Posted: July 20, 2004 at 9:17 PM
damm thats lookin good makes me wanna build one now
Posted By: jc18750
Date Posted: July 22, 2004 at 6:39 AM
wish i had a car like that
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: July 24, 2004 at 10:58 AM
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: July 24, 2004 at 11:05 AM
By the way the fiberglass is complete..i kinda screwed up teh order of the photos..but this time its done (that is real paint HAHA). I have two screens left to put in this car and its ready to go. I wish i could figure out how to post a larger image..anyone?? But anyway..MAKE SURE YOU CLICK THIS LINK>>CLICK>>>CLICK>>>CLICK
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Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: July 24, 2004 at 11:09 AM
Posted By: r0yal
Date Posted: July 24, 2004 at 1:18 PM
OMG!!! that is KICK ASS d00d!!!!! very nice work!! and nice nice nice car! haah... is it an eclipse ?
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: July 24, 2004 at 3:22 PM
yeah 96 eclipse. Im doing kick pods and custom door panels and dash next week..I LOVE CUSTOMERS WITH REAL MONEY hahah. I'll post some pics of the dash in a week or so.
Peace
Posted By: ice4life8269
Date Posted: July 28, 2004 at 7:57 AM
awesome job man.... please post pics of the kicks and the doors in progress.. keep us informed!!!
Posted By: pimpgtivr6
Date Posted: July 28, 2004 at 8:00 AM
ok i will..he came short on money so the project wont start til next week but i will put up progress shots this time.
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