Noobs First Wall; Democcord Part 2

[Inter007 10+ year member]

Air tight. Fiberglass n resin

Thanks, I firgured as much

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

Im far from an expert but I would assume the fleece and resin would be much easier and seal better just for the simple fact it can be contoured from one area to the next without 500 cuts

Thanks for the input. Just wanted to have a second opinion. I’m not an expert either so learning as I’m going

 

[keep_hope_alive Premium Member]

looks like a fun project. what is your plan for the sunroof?

just a tip, the next time you want multiple circuits, instead of doing this:

order this:

https://www.amazon.com/OLS-6-Way-Blade-Indicator-Protection/dp/B00QMTAZ1W

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XZVTF3R

and this helps organize grounds

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X326A1K

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

looks like a fun project. what is your plan for the sunroof?
just a tip, the next time you want multiple circuits, instead of doing this:

order this:

https://www.amazon.com/OLS-6-Way-Blade-Indicator-Protection/dp/B00QMTAZ1W

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XZVTF3R

and this helps organize grounds

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X326A1K

Thanks! I hadn’t seen these before. Definitely will be ordering this soon. Would help out white a bit.

Honestly still haven’t got to the sunroof yet. Only thing I’ve done so far is secure the casing so as to prevent movement and rattle with glue and foam. As far as the sunroof glass not sure, any suggestions?

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

Been a while since I posted. Going to be starting back up this weekend if weather allows. Ordered pieces recommended above, will be sanding inside of box, apply filler where need be, then get started on resin and sealing off b pillars

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

So I managed to get those annoying corner angle pieces done and sealed

 

[The Camry]

idk how you managed to do those angles but gj

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

To be completely honest with you, I don’t know how I did it either. Lots of trial and error that’s for sure!

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

Next got to installing door speakers and crossover and ran to trunk for 4 channel amp

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

Had to cover front before I started sanding to get as minimal saw dust and filler as possible on the front





Next started applying filler to contour rough edges







Next I saw some videos on EXO build and decided to add a second piece on each for the sides and angles

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

Next I started cutting the last angle piece and was setting up to apply chop mat to angles to reinforce











Now at this point I’m just layering it every night before I go to sleep and will continue for about a week or so since time is very limited. In he meantime only thing left to do was order the bracing rods that will go inside and start the first layer of the baffle which I plan to make it a total of 4 layers thick



And this is where I am now. I hope to buy the next sheet of wood next week and complete the baffle by next weekend

 

[The Camry]

Idk how much you know about fiberglass but multiple flat layers isn't all the strong. If you're looking for strength. Add a few dowels along the flat planes and do layers over them. Curves add tremendous strength.

Is there a reason you didn't utilize the trunk and back of the car? There is a tremendous amount of airspace you're just kinda..wasting imo.

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

Idk how much you know about fiberglass but multiple flat layers isn't all the strong. If you're looking for strength. Add a few dowels along the flat planes and do layers over them. Curves add tremendous strength.
Is there a reason you didn't utilize the trunk and back of the car? There is a tremendous amount of airspace you're just kinda..wasting imo.

Any chance you can show me a pic of an example. This is my first time using fiberglass mat as well as resin. Was told this was the best route to go for what I wanted. Still learning though and definitely ok with trying new ideas. As far as the trunk I plan to have the amp and batteries back there.

 

[The Camry]

Any chance you can show me a pic of an example. This is my first time using fiberglass mat as well as resin. Was told this was the best route to go for what I wanted. Still learning though and definitely ok with trying new ideas. As far as the trunk I plan to have the amp and batteries back there.

Basically just try not to use fiberglass when making anything flat. Wood will be stronger. If want strength in curves and corners FG is great.

 

[Inter007 10+ year member]

Basically just try not to use fiberglass when making anything flat. Wood will be stronger. If want strength in curves and corners FG is great.

Got ya. Thanks for the tip. I’m planning to add some metal rods going from front to back and side to side. I’m hoping that will help as well