Can't say I've seen anyone do this before, but it is very smart. I guess I may have to use this method if/when I next fiberglass upon plastic.resin and filler doesn't soak into plastic at all. Doesn't stick to it very well either. The holes provide places for resin and filler to fill in and provide a physical "lock" for the filler/resin to hold onto the plastic. Basically when the resin/filler fills in the holes and cures. It becomes like a rivet holding the pieces together.
Good questions. First, no I have not yet created a seal betwen the driver and the back of the door card. I plan to use some CCF (closed cell foam) to accomplish this.nice execution. you took the time to ensure everything was solid.
I am currently planning on door panel modifications - just deciding how much to cut out, what i want the end result to look like, and if i want to paint/treat the entire lower half of the panel or not.
did you create a seal between the panel and the door to prevent air/sound from getting behind the panel?
have you determined the lowest point the 3's can play with the airspace they see?
i agree a tweeter is not necessary with that position and aiming. funny how the air vents are just below the apillar pods yet the same size...
nice work overall. thanks for sharing the build pics! this is a 5* thread.
Ramos' answer below explains it well. The holes help to create a bond to the panel.im curious on the holes drilled into the panels and the pods...... im guessing to ensure an extra hold to make sure the resin soaks in and bonds to the plastic?
resin and filler doesn't soak into plastic at all. Doesn't stick to it very well either. The holes provide places for resin and filler to fill in and provide a physical "lock" for the filler/resin to hold onto the plastic. Basically when the resin/filler fills in the holes and cures. It becomes like a rivet holding the pieces together.
Thank you sir //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gifNice work looks very clean.
Yeah, you know you're getting into a bit of work when you attempt it, but the outcome can be very nice if you're willing to take the time neded to finish them. Thanks!It takes some balls to hack into your door panels like that, they came out nice!