Kingsuv's Excursion. Final Chapter

[kingsuv]

I wasn't sure if I wanted to do a build log or not. I'm still not 100% sure I will keep up on this as this will be a lengthy build.

It's also not some monster spl build either. So it might be a little boring for some of ya. This is the final chapter on what was to be built about 5 years ago. Back then I had a few things that came up and pushed the truck off, as well as a few financial blows that almost had me walk away from this hobby all together. Looking back on those years, while sucked, gave me a chance to improve on my building skills quite a bit.So I guess it was a good thing it took me this long to give this truck some love.

My only plan for the truck is to build. I don't have much gear. No amps, speakers or subs picked out. I've collected a few small things I felt were important along the way. Now this might seam weird to some of you. Why build something without gear? how does someone plan a system without any gear? Well, for me,it's about the work that goes into it. I honestly wouldn't care if this thing never made a sound. I'm interested to showcase my craftsmanship.I want to take the time to explore every detail that makes up for a killer install. So really, the gear doesn't matter.

This build is going to take some time. For one, there is only one income in our household right now, so money is tight. Second reason is, some of these things might take a few times to get right. If I do something that looks cool, then a week later rip it out to improve on it, so be it. So this build log might not be interesting for you. There will be no shortage of detail pics of every step along the way. If ya don't see an update, it's either cause I'm working on something challenging, or I'm waiting on funds to pick up new materials.

The layout will be something like this: 3 way front stage with 1 tweeter, 6" and 8" sub. Much like the doors are on the 250. Sub box will be for 16 - 12's and enough room for amps to power them. 4 big amps, 8 medium, hell 16 small. Who knows? Battery wise, I am looking at XS Power as Scottie took real good care of me when I ordered the 10 3100's for the truck the first time. I still have a few, but had to sell a bulk of them to feed the family. I'm looking at smaller cases to fit where I need them. maybe a 5100ish design. The deck and Processor is of course Alpine. I'v always had great luck with them, so why change. I got a w900 in trade and whole it's not the w910 with the optical, it will work till I can upgrade to the right one.

Ram over at Audio Savings gave me a great price on the PXA H800 with controller. I can't thank him enough. I still have a few other Alpine add on's that I will also add into the build, Some of it is useful others will be just cause stuff because it was too cool back in the day to sell off. I sold off a large chunk of my old Alpine gear, but a few things are more cool then worth to sell. The interior i am switching out to black. All of it. Black on black. I had a hard time deciding what I wanted to do color wise. I didn't want to do what was hot now, just to have it dated before I could even finish the build. Black is classic. It never goes out of style. While not as flashy to the eye, it make me be more creative in the details to give everything that pop for an install.

I'm going to start this build off with a little old pics. I wanted to make sure I said thank you to ( back then )Ant and Jon for their support when I purchased my deading products. They took good care of me then, and have continued to be supportive in projects I have done for others. It's only fair to make sure their product get love in the build. I will continue to use their products every chance I get. Customer service isn't something you see with many companies these days. These guys get it. And for that, they get my support.

I started off with 3 Shop packs of Damp Pro. Don't mind the bucket, it was for someone else. The truck has about every square inch covered. Some places are 2 layers. The doors were a spot where I wanted extreme coverage. Inside of the door skin, with a 2nd layer in the open parts. Then the inner door supports. The doors are solid. Couple sopts on the roof were doubled up. The rest is mostly single layer. Even with all that, I'm still short about a Bulk Pack or so. I also have 10 sheets of Luxury Liner Pro. Enough to cover the whole floor and the doors. I used the sheets for the doors in the 250, and they are a little thick for the panels. When money permits, I think some sheets of Overkill Pro would work better.

This weekend instead of attending either of the State finals, I decided to work on the truck instead. Past couple weeks I have worked on molding a double din into a 1.5 din in the truck. They make a cheesy kit to convert it, but it's just that, cheesy.

[kingsuv]

I started off with cutting out enough of the dash to make sure I got the deck in where I wanted it. Most other conversions were a flush mounted deck flat to the dash. I never really cared for the look myself. I wanted it to look like it might of came from the factory this way.

Then I took a radio Bezel from I found on ebay. I think it was from an Eagle Talon. LOL

I set it in with some CA glue to hold it. after a little sanding, It started to look like it would work.

Next I took some 2 part expoxy to fill the gaps and fill in the back for support.

Little sanding and she was looking good.

Next was to find the center for the cage.

Once the cage was secure, I went aheadand glued on the trim piece.

After some more 2 part, and some sanding, it finally has some shape.

Yesterday, I pulled the whole dash. Ask anyone who has done it. It in no fun. Now that I have had my coffee, it's time to get out there and finish it up. pics tonight when it's done.

[rocking.that.eclipse]

I love seeing the mods build logs. good shit right here

[LUV bass]

Will definitely be taking notes on this one

[Omega5002]

I'm tuned in because I know you're capable of great work

[roscoe1129]

uh billberry You know I want to follow this... UBL please?

[hdorre]

I love the cleanliness of your work

[Blue]

People reading this: Bust out a note pad, 'cause class is in session. Looking good Bill.

[killallblue]

O shit he's back lol

[C-Fizzy]

Do work bill.

Let me know if you need a hand.

Me and will can take the place of Jake this time around LOL