[alexlindeman]

Depending on what else you need besides the e9.65i's, give me a call. Especially if you need two pairs.

[freeweight]

they make waterproof i-pod holders

[hovercraft]

will do alex, I’m almost ready for a purchase. I have been sidetracked yet again, but for good reasons this time. Remember the headlight idea I had on some earlier drawings?, well recent night cruising made this a more important project. So I had bought the projector headlights from a newer version of my winter driver a mitsu 3000GT years ago, but had never gotten around to using them, and then I got my Z roadster, so the 3000GT became my beater, lol. Either way, the lights sat in my garage for years until I had a late night dorky idea.

Anyway, I know its not audio related, but I thought you guys would get a kick out of this. So I mounted the headlightsinto my craft. The headlights sit sideways, so when I hit the brights it actually lights up more off to the sides instead of further down the road if they were still in a car. The project turned out way better than anticipated, and the lights couldn't have fit any better, especially with the angles and curves of the lights and the craft.

I Also just purchased a dry cell Optima battery, as well as a compact alternator and will be installing them this weekend. That way I will have a stronger elec system when the speaker pods and amp are installed. I cant wait to have all these ideas complete so I can spend more time enjoying the craft instead of working on it, although working on it is sometimes just as fun.

More updates to come

[joeybutts]

OMGHOLSHTFREAKINGAWESOMEICAN'TBELIEVEMYEYESCOOL.

That's neat.

Now put the missing bracket in for the other two pictures so I can see soem more awesomeness.

[hovercraft]

Originally Posted by joeybutts

OMGHOLSHTFREAKINGAWESOMEICAN'TBELIEVEMYEYESCOOL.

That's neat.

Now put the missing bracket in for the other two pictures so I can see soem more awesomeness.

Done and Done, glad you like them.

[joeybutts]

I can't get over how cool that thing is. Something else I'll have to add to the "future project list."

[hovercraft]

Well, I am almost done with the 1st phase of my sound system. I ended up doing alot of research into what type of head unit to buy. I kept weight and functionality in mind. I found a 200w 4 channel Solid State Marine radio that has SD, USB and 3mm input made by Pyle “Pyle Hydra PLMR19W” (not my favorite brand, but it had all the specs I was looking for, even a built in weather radio). Mechless, meaning no CD player. and it also has RCA out for the amp I will be adding in with a sub as phase 2. For the speakers I am using an old set of Pioneer 3/way until I get to phase 2 of the install.

I also made a fiberglass gauge enclosure and have upgraded alot of electrical so it can handle all the extra crap I have been installing. I need some newer photos, but here are a few during the install to show how I made some of the components using fiberglass, plywood and foam. We deal with alot of epoxy fillers also. Fillers range in application from a super strong micro fiber (strength) to a fine powder filler (great sandability) meant for skim coating. Using epoxy fillers to smooth out the surface of glass work has a much stronger application than using bondo or similar products used for auto body repair. I have found that using the bondos and other fillers end up cracking and detaching from the epoxy over time, or with added stress.




shot before glassing in the bottom curved panel of the speaker enclosures.



These are the bottoms of my speaker enclosures. 3oz glass on one side, then score the back side and you can flex the foam to your hearts content. After it was installed I layered 6 oz on the inside covering up the scored area.


Shaped a piece of high density foam to my liking, then applied about 4 layers of 3 oz glass. It holds my RPM gauge and amp meter.


I work alot with fiberglass and epoxy, so if any of you guys need help on any type of molding or application let me know.

I am headed out of town for a few weeks, when I get back I'll snap some updated photos of the completed setup. All I have to do is run my antenna wire and paint everything. More updates to come. I cant wait till my next Phase of the install. 8" sub and amp!!!

Stay tuned!

[joeybutts]

still so badass. Lovin it.

[spl152db]

omg i wish i would do this!

[hovercraft]

Here are the photos of the completed speaker enclosures. Finally got time to get photos and upload. I also fabricated some cup holders while I was at it. The enclosures have a 1" x 4" port on the rear underside. The internal shape ended up being similar to a sea shell. The sound is very clear and loud. And the bass isn't half bad for 5 1/4" speakers. The enclosure really added a full sound. Now all I need is some real bass and an amp.