| bugnutty | 12-02-2002 06:04 PM |
custom a-pillar for impreza wagons
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i talked to lo-tek today ( [url]http://www.gaugepods.com/[/url] ), regarding a-pillars for the GGA wagons. since the roof on an impreza wagon is about 1" taller than that on a sedan, there is currently no solution for mounting gauges there, without extensive modifications to sedan pillars, and even then they look like crap.
lo-tek would of course need a sizeable order to even consider producing any, so i am trying to get an idea as to how interested people would be. i personally want a two gauge pod, as others will want one that holds three. part of the deal would be that they come already painted to match the stock pillar.
i have also talked to a vendor about leading the process, and we are awaiting the results of this poll to see if it is a worthwile venture.
here is an example of a sedan pod:
[img]http://www.vividracing.com/images/lotek/pillar2.gif[/img]
lo-tek would of course need a sizeable order to even consider producing any, so i am trying to get an idea as to how interested people would be. i personally want a two gauge pod, as others will want one that holds three. part of the deal would be that they come already painted to match the stock pillar.
i have also talked to a vendor about leading the process, and we are awaiting the results of this poll to see if it is a worthwile venture.
here is an example of a sedan pod:
[img]http://www.vividracing.com/images/lotek/pillar2.gif[/img]
| bugnutty | 12-03-2002 02:22 AM |
ba bump!
| momoney627 | 12-03-2002 04:37 PM |
| bugnutty | 12-03-2002 09:02 PM |
ba bump
| Sordid Philosopher | 12-04-2002 06:23 PM |
I've been wanting one for a good year now....Prefere 3 gauge
| Derres Catalano | 12-04-2002 08:04 PM |
You should just use my Gauge Mask setup and mount the gauges on the dash. See pics here:
[url]http://members8.clubphoto.com/derres527206/660173/guest.phtml[/url]
[url]http://members8.clubphoto.com/derres527206/660173/guest.phtml[/url]
| tuca33 | 12-04-2002 09:42 PM |
I heard only bad things about Lo-Tek Pods.
Some say they cant see the gauges cause they face the window.
Anyway,i would love to see a apillar for my Wagon. =)
Tuca
Some say they cant see the gauges cause they face the window.
Anyway,i would love to see a apillar for my Wagon. =)
Tuca
| brazymstrp | 12-05-2002 02:44 AM |
i used the sedan pod with the top chopped off, I'll post a pic once i get my camera back.
-Jack
-Jack
| Egan | 12-05-2002 03:10 PM |
[QUOTE]You should just use my Gauge Mask setup and mount the gauges on the dash. See pics here:[/QUOTE]
I have this setup and it is great, but I want a couple more gauges so a 2 gauge a-pillar pod would be great.
Has anyone talked to Vivid to see if they would make one? Apparently they are making one themselves (or having it outsourced) for the sedans.
I have this setup and it is great, but I want a couple more gauges so a 2 gauge a-pillar pod would be great.
Has anyone talked to Vivid to see if they would make one? Apparently they are making one themselves (or having it outsourced) for the sedans.
| bugnutty | 12-05-2002 04:58 PM |
[QUOTE]You should just use my Gauge Mask setup and mount the gauges on the dash. [/QUOTE]
if i were to go with a dash pod, i'd use the omori, which can take 52mm gauges -- i like it's design more than the OEM style.
if i were to go with a dash pod, i'd use the omori, which can take 52mm gauges -- i like it's design more than the OEM style.
| bugnutty | 12-05-2002 05:11 PM |
[QUOTE][B]Has anyone talked to Vivid to see if they would make one? Apparently they are making one themselves (or having it outsourced) for the sedans. [/B][/QUOTE]
good idea! i haven't had the best experiences with vivid in the past, but it may be a worthwhile venture if the lo-tek deal falls through the cracks. notice the image i included for this post is served from vivid's site ( thanks vivid! ).
.roland
good idea! i haven't had the best experiences with vivid in the past, but it may be a worthwhile venture if the lo-tek deal falls through the cracks. notice the image i included for this post is served from vivid's site ( thanks vivid! ).
.roland
| bugnutty | 12-05-2002 05:17 PM |
[QUOTE][B]I heard only bad things about Lo-Tek Pods.
Some say they cant see the gauges cause they face the window.
Anyway,i would love to see a apillar for my Wagon. =)
Tuca [/B][/QUOTE]
they are molded to a 6:00 angle ( directly to the trunk ), as opposed to the an ideal 5:00 ( more towards the driver ). part of the negotiation would be to recommend improvments to the facing angle of the pod.
.roland
Some say they cant see the gauges cause they face the window.
Anyway,i would love to see a apillar for my Wagon. =)
Tuca [/B][/QUOTE]
they are molded to a 6:00 angle ( directly to the trunk ), as opposed to the an ideal 5:00 ( more towards the driver ). part of the negotiation would be to recommend improvments to the facing angle of the pod.
.roland
| bugnutty | 12-06-2002 05:53 PM |
ba bump!
| WRX Bamboo Steamer | 12-07-2002 08:21 AM |
I wanted a 2 gauge 60mm pod. Since no one makes one, I used a Lotek sedan pod. I modified it by using a heat gun on the bottom rear portion so that it would line up with the door opening. This left a gap at the bottom but it really isn't too bad. The top is mounted where it should be. All in all, I'm happy with the results.
| Josh [M] | 12-07-2002 10:01 AM |
BUMP!
03.GGB is on the way!
J.[M]
03.GGB is on the way!
J.[M]
| bugnutty | 12-08-2002 03:39 AM |
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by WRX Bamboo Steamer [/i]
[B]I wanted a 2 gauge 60mm pod. Since no one makes one, I used a Lotek sedan pod. I modified it by using a heat gun on the bottom rear portion so that it would line up with the door opening. This left a gap at the bottom but it really isn't too bad. The top is mounted where it should be. All in all, I'm happy with the results. [/B][/QUOTE]
post some pics for us when you get a chance! ;)
[B]I wanted a 2 gauge 60mm pod. Since no one makes one, I used a Lotek sedan pod. I modified it by using a heat gun on the bottom rear portion so that it would line up with the door opening. This left a gap at the bottom but it really isn't too bad. The top is mounted where it should be. All in all, I'm happy with the results. [/B][/QUOTE]
post some pics for us when you get a chance! ;)
| WRX Bamboo Steamer | 12-08-2002 10:54 AM |
Here is my attempt at getting the sedan lotek pod to fit in a wagon. I had to use a heat gun on the pod right below the bottom gauge on the drivers window side (not the windshield side) since it stuck out into the door opening. The plastic responded well to heating up and it was fairly easy.
[IMG]http://www.marinerc.com/wrx/images/mvc-197s.jpg[/IMG]
I matched the top edge of the pod so the bottom has a gap after you modify the side to match the driver door opening.
[IMG]http://www.marinerc.com/wrx/images/mvc-198s.jpg[/IMG]
One more picture. The gauges are DEFI BF series. The control unit is mounted in the glove box.
[IMG]http://www.marinerc.com/wrx/images/mvc-199s.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://www.marinerc.com/wrx/images/mvc-197s.jpg[/IMG]
I matched the top edge of the pod so the bottom has a gap after you modify the side to match the driver door opening.
[IMG]http://www.marinerc.com/wrx/images/mvc-198s.jpg[/IMG]
One more picture. The gauges are DEFI BF series. The control unit is mounted in the glove box.
[IMG]http://www.marinerc.com/wrx/images/mvc-199s.jpg[/IMG]
| Nicotin2 | 12-08-2002 01:34 PM |
the thread wont let me vote either but i would like a pod.. doesnt matter to me if its a 3 or a 2 pod as long as there is one for WAGONS
| bugnutty | 12-08-2002 08:38 PM |
bamboo: that install looks really clean. i may go that route if nothing materializes from the results of this post... thanks for posting the pics... there is also a gauge thread that you should post on and make it clear that this is in a GGA. again, nice work.
.roland
.roland
| 03 Silver Bullet | 12-08-2002 08:52 PM |
Personally, I have the 2 gauge pillar pod. 3 looked to cluttered. You can always add gauges elswhere.
| bugnutty | 12-17-2002 12:50 PM |
ba bump!
| bugnutty | 12-23-2002 08:12 PM |
another bump for the wagon cause.
| edsmith42 | 01-30-2003 04:01 PM |
late bump for someone searching for wagon pods RIGHT NOW...
| mattyg | 02-22-2003 02:17 PM |
Wgon owners deserve good pods too.
| tuca33 | 02-23-2003 01:10 AM |
I have a Wagon here in Brazil and i just received a A-Pillar Pod from Autometer.
I know it does not fit perfect into the wagon,,but i will take it to a shop that makes custom car audios and they have a heat gun and i will ask them to mold it so it can fit the Wagon..
after that i will paint it grey and stick it with 3M double side tape:D
Anyone knows if this can be possible??I want to reach perfection with the heat gun,,i want the pod to fit perfectly.
Thanks
Tuca
I know it does not fit perfect into the wagon,,but i will take it to a shop that makes custom car audios and they have a heat gun and i will ask them to mold it so it can fit the Wagon..
after that i will paint it grey and stick it with 3M double side tape:D
Anyone knows if this can be possible??I want to reach perfection with the heat gun,,i want the pod to fit perfectly.
Thanks
Tuca
| TealFreak | 03-17-2003 03:06 PM |
bump :alien: Any word on getting lo-tek to make these?
| MNbiker | 03-17-2003 03:13 PM |
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by bugnutty [/i]
[B]if i were to go with a dash pod, i'd use the omori, which can take 52mm gauges -- i like it's design more than the OEM style. [/B][/QUOTE]
Have you actually seen one of the Omori pods in person??? IMHO it's pretty much a ghetto POS.:(
p.s. at least the online pictures look nice!:lol: :lol:
[B]if i were to go with a dash pod, i'd use the omori, which can take 52mm gauges -- i like it's design more than the OEM style. [/B][/QUOTE]
Have you actually seen one of the Omori pods in person??? IMHO it's pretty much a ghetto POS.:(
p.s. at least the online pictures look nice!:lol: :lol:
| WR xplosive | 05-07-2003 05:23 PM |
WAGON PODS please.....
any manufacturer offering this yet???
any manufacturer offering this yet???
| kspek | 08-12-2003 03:36 AM |
i just ordered mine from [url]http://www.gaugepods.com/wrx.htm[/url] :D cant wait till it gets here.
| BeeGee | 08-12-2003 10:52 AM |
Unfortunately, they are only manufacturing 3 gauge pods for the wagon. I e-mailed them about a month ago and they indicated that they weren't planning on a 2 gauge wagon pod.
| samowrx | 08-12-2003 11:43 AM |
kspek: post a reply about the quality and fit once you get it installed. some pictures would be nice too, since the lo-tek site has no pictures.
| kspek | 08-12-2003 02:32 PM |
i will post up pictures when i get it. cant wait
| samowrx | 09-02-2003 02:57 PM |
any pics?
| Modified Toys | 09-02-2003 03:33 PM |
we can make one if there's enough interest ... :) any wagons willing to be a test fitter?
| NegativeC | 09-02-2003 03:40 PM |
Wagon pods plz!!!
I voted for 3 but now I'm thinking 2 would be better, less obstructed view.
I voted for 3 but now I'm thinking 2 would be better, less obstructed view.
| samowrx | 09-02-2003 04:29 PM |
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Modified Toys [/i]
[B]we can make one if there's enough interest ... :) any wagons willing to be a test fitter? [/B][/QUOTE]
i'm willing to be a test fitter.
[B]we can make one if there's enough interest ... :) any wagons willing to be a test fitter? [/B][/QUOTE]
i'm willing to be a test fitter.
| Modified Toys | 09-02-2003 05:14 PM |
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by samowrx [/i]
[B]
i'm willing to be a test fitter. [/B][/QUOTE]
samowrx: i will contact you as soon everybody agrees on a 2 guage or 3 gauge pod :D
[B]
i'm willing to be a test fitter. [/B][/QUOTE]
samowrx: i will contact you as soon everybody agrees on a 2 guage or 3 gauge pod :D
| sonicblue | 09-03-2003 02:19 PM |
2-gauge! 2-gauge! I thought 3, too, but it's definitely too cluttered. I say you put your boost and EGT on the pillar for quick reference - other gauges can go in a pod and replace the clock.
Yeah, and I'll test fit, but I'll warn you, I'm actually considering selling my car soon. But if it doesn't pan out, I want gauges!! :D
Yeah, and I'll test fit, but I'll warn you, I'm actually considering selling my car soon. But if it doesn't pan out, I want gauges!! :D
| samowrx | 09-03-2003 03:04 PM |
i agree that 3 is too cluttered. 2 is perfect for the a pillar and if you don't like the dash pods, like me, then there is always the autometer intrument cluster pod.
| MK19 | 09-03-2003 09:20 PM |
Definitely a 2 gauge please!!!!!!!!!!!!
| redgrocerygetter | 09-06-2003 09:12 PM |
I would like to have one but I need a 60mm pod. Could they make one for me?
| MK19 | 09-07-2003 02:39 AM |
I will also annie up for test fitting- heck, I'll even pay the S&H and post tons-O'-pics :)
You tell me what size gauges and I'll order'em...
You tell me what size gauges and I'll order'em...
| MK19 | 09-07-2003 02:51 AM |
bump this baby!!!
ttt
ttt
| kspek | 09-10-2003 07:29 PM |
sorry took so long but pictures are here [url]http://www.PictureTrail.com/gid2755272[/url]
| Modified Toys | 09-10-2003 07:34 PM |
nice a-pillar.. do you guys still want us to make one? :D
| samowrx | 09-10-2003 07:35 PM |
any comments on the fit?
| kspek | 09-10-2003 08:33 PM |
it fits like a glove in my opinion. =)
| samowrx | 09-10-2003 11:52 PM |
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Modified Toys [/i]
[B]nice a-pillar.. do you guys still want us to make one? :D [/B][/QUOTE]
i would prefer a 60mm gauge pod if you're still up for the challenge.
[B]nice a-pillar.. do you guys still want us to make one? :D [/B][/QUOTE]
i would prefer a 60mm gauge pod if you're still up for the challenge.
| MK19 | 09-11-2003 08:39 PM |
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Modified Toys [/i]
[B]nice a-pillar.. do you guys still want us to make one? :D [/B][/QUOTE]
I would love to test fit a 52mm; I'll cough up around $80 for a 2 gauge pod... c'mon wagoneers :p SPEAK UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
[B]nice a-pillar.. do you guys still want us to make one? :D [/B][/QUOTE]
I would love to test fit a 52mm; I'll cough up around $80 for a 2 gauge pod... c'mon wagoneers :p SPEAK UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
| sonicblue | 09-11-2003 11:07 PM |
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Kopf_Jager [/i]
[B]
I would love to test fit a 52mm; I'll cough up around $80 for a 2 gauge pod... c'mon wagoneers :p SPEAK UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [/B][/QUOTE]
I'm speaking!!!!!!!!
[B]
I would love to test fit a 52mm; I'll cough up around $80 for a 2 gauge pod... c'mon wagoneers :p SPEAK UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [/B][/QUOTE]
I'm speaking!!!!!!!!
| MK19 | 09-14-2003 02:21 PM |
bump for my 2 pod!! :p
| MK19 | 09-17-2003 12:07 AM |
I can hear the crickets on this thread... :p
| MK19 | 09-23-2003 11:35 PM |
still waiting...
| nate49509 | 09-23-2003 11:47 PM |
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Kopf_Jager [/i]
[B]still waiting... [/B][/QUOTE]
Get a life.:p :lol:
[B]still waiting... [/B][/QUOTE]
Get a life.:p :lol:
| MK19 | 09-23-2003 11:49 PM |
My life consists of waiting on this damn pod!!!!
| nate49509 | 09-23-2003 11:54 PM |
And don't forget your front lip too.
| MK19 | 10-03-2003 12:25 AM |
got the lip and it sucked... how about a darned 2 pod???!!!!!!!!
| IA Performance | 10-03-2003 01:22 PM |
Um, take a heat gun to your lotec one and reform the top. I did and it fits perfectly now. You can't tell it is less than an inch shorter than suppose to be. I've done a few reforms for people in the past with beautiful results. I pushed the pillar up a 1/4" after this shot to take care of the slight gaps. No visible gap at the bottom as well. There was quite a bit of reforming needed, if you've tried to install a sedan one you know ;)
[IMG]http://www.azaudi.org/albums/East_Coast_Scooby/ail.jpg[/IMG]
But then again I am a little more 'handy' than others with these things. Plus I have a low tolerance for poor work. I make these for audis as an example of attention to detail.
[IMG]http://www.azaudi.org/albums/East_Coast_Scooby/afd.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://www.azaudi.org/albums/East_Coast_Scooby/ail.jpg[/IMG]
But then again I am a little more 'handy' than others with these things. Plus I have a low tolerance for poor work. I make these for audis as an example of attention to detail.
[IMG]http://www.azaudi.org/albums/East_Coast_Scooby/afd.jpg[/IMG]
| MK19 | 10-23-2003 04:16 AM |
I still want a 2 pod!!!!!
| Call_me_Tom | 05-07-2004 07:45 PM |
So what is the final word? Did they start making them or what?
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