"Just Peachy" 80 928 LS376/525

[77tony]

Picked up a 1979 Porsche 928 that was wrecked. The car was stored indoors all of it's 34 years & had only 12,178 miles on her. The 79 will be used primarily for the like new, funky, pascha interior, wiring harness, etc. Picked up an 1980 roller just north of Dallas primarily for the shell, unibody, & suspension pieces. Stripped the 80 then sent it out for paint. Shaved the side moldings, side marker lights, rear wiper, door locks, headlight squirters, etc. Ordered a new LS376/525 (injected) motor then found a good used (16,000 mile)T-56 out of a 2004 Z06. The Piranha Bros fabricated a custom rear crossmember & trans mount. Stay tuned. 77tony

[srh3trinity]

Very cool. I would like to do a lsx 944 one day.

[77tony]

Very cool. I would like to do a lsx 944 one day.

Glad you like, More pics, Tony

[LowFast]

In for updates!

[Dons67]

drooling

[MrForce]

very cool. First time I have ever seen duct tape on a Porsche.

[77tony]

Will be checking in on Jonathan's Falcon & Don's Camaro builds. T

[77tony]

very cool. First time I have ever seen duct tape on a Porsche.

Yeah, hatch lock was inoperable when the 80 roller was picked up. How about painters tape-hopefully will keep from scratching the fresh paint. :cheers: T

[SPDMETL]

That's going to be a very nice car!

[coolwelder62]

Very Cool Project!!!!!!!!!!!!

[garys 68]

Always wanted to do an LS 928. Any details on the torque tube, rear end mods to make the vette parts work?

[77tony]

Glad y'all like. Dinsdale of the infamous "Piranha Bros" is the lead on this build. Dinsdale fabricated a rear crossmember and trans mount. Custom cut chrome molly axles and bell housing adapter plate by xchop for the 928 - Vette T56. T

[Ron.in.SoCal]

What a great build! Thanks for posting...:cheers:

[77tony]

Purchased the Holley LS Retro fit oil pan P/N 302-1.Looks like we need to either raise the motor approx 1.25" to clear the crossmember or cut the pan 1.25". Would rather cut the pan if not to much trouble to keep the engine lower in the bay and keep the center of gravity lower. This would also provide clearance on the top of the motor and the top crossmember. Has anyone cut & welded these cast aluminum pans without to much difficulty ? I do have access to a Tig Welder. TIA. 77tony

[66 ls2 nova]

Who did you get your ls3/525 through and how much was the setup if you don't mind me asking? Looking forward to purchasing one of those for my 66' nova project

[srh3trinity]

What cam is in that ls3?

[77tony]

Superior Chevrolet Performance Center. Starter & starter bolt, LS Serpentine system, & LS376/525 delivered to my door for $ 8630.03 approx 8 months ago. Also have just spotted at Pace Performance. Enter P/N 19259233 for specs & pricing. T

[77tony]

What cam is in that ls3?

Go to Pace Performance and enter 19259233 into the search box. This will bring up the specs and pricing. T

[WS6]

I like the color you chose. Cutting and welding on the cast aluminum pans is no big deal. Before all the swap pans and various pan options came about, that's what people did to make these engines fit. In your case, I would be worried about oil drain back into the sump. You'll be making a dam in the oil pan essentially if you just cut a notch into the pan.

Can you not redesign that portion of the cross member instead of just notching it?

Good luck.

[77tony]

Thanks Trey, Color is "Nordic Gold. T

[77tony]

Took a long time to find this funky 33 year young pascha interior. Also will be utilizing the like new wiring harness, connectors. T

[LowFast]

Pimp interior!

[77tony]

Yeah baby !

[LowFast]

Hope she was included with seats?:twothumbs

[77tony]

eh-no. But this guy lurking around the shop has been helping with the project. T

[LowFast]

Don't let him get ahold of the outfit posted above, that would get you banned from the internets.

[77tony]

I'll discuss disciplinary action with Sheila (the shop boss) on this if he does decide to cross that line ! T

[Chadman27]

Sweet color!

[WS6]

Yes, that should work with the pan so long as it clears the windage tray and oil pump pick up. I'm afraid you may not have the room on the inside of the oil pan to notch the pan properly. I think notching and bracing the xmember on the car will be the smart way to go but I'm not there in person to see what all you're working around.

That interior is cool.

[77tony]

Yes, that should work with the pan so long as it clears the windage tray and oil pump pick up. I'm afraid you may not have the room on the inside of the oil pan to notch the pan properly. I think notching and bracing the xmember on the car will be the smart way to go but I'm not there in person to see what all you're working around.

That interior is cool.

Thank you. Tried to order a Mast pan today but they are NIS until mid-late Dec. The steering rack sits under the crossmember so cutting into that is not an option. Might look into that Autokraft pan next. T

[77tony]

Plan to design a few aluminum custom parts. Picked up a Miller Tig for Dinsdale (Piranha Bros) to play with. Cleaned up the engine bay and painted the Koni's black (red had to go!). Gonna jump on this project after the holidays big time ! T

[Todd in Vancouver]

I ask myself who would want a sleek European car that is light and handles and put way to much American horsepower in it? Holy crap I would and why the hell didn't I think of doing a swap like this? Very cool car and I love that you are doing something different. Please do keep the pics coming and that interior is way beyond cool, chicka-bow-wow...

[T_Raven]

Sweet build. I like the body style of these. My neighbor has a pretty nice grey one.

[UNGN]

https://www.pro-touring.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=67988&stc=1&d=1353997872

Holy Crap! No wonder 928's were so expensive when they were new. I guess there was no one with any printed circuit knowledge in the building.

If your only tool is crimping pliers....

[77tony]

Don't forget that's circa 1979. The wiring harvested from the 79 donor car is in pristine condition, otherwise I would be running this: http://www.isispower.com/ :bananna2:T

[77tony]

Assembled the Weltmeister/Koni set-up yesterday. 400 lbs/inch front's & 245 lb/inch rears. Stock were 215 lbs/inch up front & 120 lbs/inch out back. T

[77tony]

Gettin there. T

[77tony]

Custom oilpan, motor mounts & axles-check. T

[77tony]

Dry run. Massaged the custom motor mounts. Checked for clearance all around to make sure it all fits. Also configured how to adapt the Porsche electrics to the GM LS. T

[slammedwhitec5vert]

Totally cool!!! I dig that interior.

[77tony]

Wanted to add a little zip to the calipers. Grinded the faces, stripped them, ordered some free color swatch samples & then stencils off of flea bay, and sent them out for powdercoating. Ben did a superb job and will be using his services again in the future. T

Powdercoater:
Ben Genovese
512-824-8786
www.legendgarage.com

[LowFast]

Very nice.

[77tony]

Credit goes to Ben, he did a great job. T

[lnirenberg]

I like, must see finished project, subscribed

[77tony]

TIA, but as you already probably know & as my wife says: "It's more about the process then the end result" :cheers:T

[77tony]

Wilwood mod today. T

[77tony]

Cleaned up & installed the rest of the suspension pieces, calipers, headlamps, etc. Motor came out today to get everything in order for the final install. T

[77tony]

Mid-weight billet flyhweel, stage II clutch setup & H.D. steel b-housing added. T

[77tony]

Gates heat shrink clamps on the heater hoses are trick. Buttoned up most of the HVAC stuff yesterday. Rolled the 80 over to the lift today for the T-56 trans/diff conversion. Last pic is Dinsdale with his fan club. T

[77tony]

Picked up some nice big cadmium plated bolts for the motor mounts. Dropped in the steering rack & motor hoepfully for the last time. Rear tow hooks to find a new home. T

[DocSean]

Long time lurker, had to register just to say I love this build.

[77tony]

Thanks Doc. Porsche 5 spd trans/diff out. Starting intstalling the Piranha Bros kit for the T-56 swap. T

[77tony]

Moved & custom modded the 6 spd shifter base today. Eventually a MGW shifter will sit on top. Also calibrated the Porsche speedo with a Dakota Digital unit in a similar build my partner is doing, only his is with a Porsche 928 S.C. motor connected to a T-56. Video link here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Y88Q_zmNAU

[77tony]

Moved the shifter base back a bit & fabbed a custom shift rod. Steering rack got new delrin bushings & boots. T

[andrewb70]

Great project.

Are the 928s made out of stainless steel? I don't know why I think this...

Andrew

[77tony]

Front fenders, hood, & doors are aluminum. Roof, hatch & rear quarters are galvanized steel. These older 928's (1978-1984) weigh approx 3175lbs. The LS3 motor is approx 150lbs less that the stock motor it replaces, and the C5 tq tube, trans/diff is approx 50lbs more than Porsche set up. Just Peachy should weigh approx 3075lbs when finished. T

[rfalker1]

wow this is cool!! that engine really feels up that engine bay

[77tony]

Thanks Randall. The physical dimesnions of the LS motor are actually smaller (especially up top) than the dual overhead cam motor that it's replacing. Also will have 525 vs 219 h.p. with approx 150lbs less weight. Will now be able to get to the sparkplugs & exhaust manifolds from above with plenty of clearance. Got to love modern technology. T

[Bowtie racing]

Great project and you guys seem to have lots of fun with it. Please keep pictures coming.

[andrewb70]

Tony,

Do you have a link to the kit that allows for the installation of the C5 t56 in the 928?

Andrew

[77tony]

Andrew, Here you go. Porsche/T56 or LS/T56 ? Dinsdale of The Piranha Bros makes kits for either. T http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforums/928-forum/720259-6-speed-trans-swap-pics.html

[andrewb70]

Andrew, Here you go. Porsche/T56 or LS/T56 ? Dinsdale of The Piranha Bros makes kits for either. T http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforums/928-forum/720259-6-speed-trans-swap-pics.html

Thanks for the link. The drama on the rennlist forum is pretty amusing. It reminded me of the backlash from the RX7 guys when people started dropping LSx engines in them, almost 10 years ago. I've always loved the 928.

Are there certain years of 928s that are better than others? I assume newer cars have improved brakes etc...

Andrew

[77tony]

Yeah, the drama does get a little deep over there at times. The 86.5+ with vin ending in 1001 or higher have the bigger S4 brakes all around. Like other cars, low mileage, well maintained cars will be more. The higher h.p. 80-86 Euro "S" models will be more $$, the 87-92 GT's are normally $$$ and the 93-95 GTS's usually fetch $$$$. If swapping in a LS/T56, you can pick up a 78-91 non-runner for little $ Much of the 928 is aluminum re: doors, hood, front fenders and the rear qtrs. are galvanized steel, so mostly are rust free. If any rust is to be found, it's on the lower rear qtr windows and lower hatch. T

[77tony]

Hoisted the T-56 up there today. Fabricating a trans mount/crossmember next. T

[77tony]

Routed the GM harness through the firewall. Also found a spot to mount the fuse box. It's looking nice & tidy in the engine bay. T

[77tony]

Spa dual electric fans added and more wiring done today. T

[77tony]

Light brown tint should tie in nicely with the 34 year young pascha interior. T

[77tony]

Intake fitted, gas pedal mounted, and mirrors assembled today. T

[77tony]

Back at it. T

[77tony]

Rear bumper bracket & cover, front bumper bracket & lights, painted intake swapped in. T

[68EFIvert]

Cool project. I love it!

[77tony]

Thanks Darreld. Installed new steel ball joints and a rebuilt steering rack. Most of the wring is now done. Dressed up the engine bay a bit. T

[72BBSwinger]

Hurry up and get a video of this thing running! Always liked the lines of a 928!

[no go nova]

Nice project more pics

[77tony]

Hurry up and get a video of this thing running! Always liked the lines of a 928!

We are working on that.


Nice project more pics

Had this other project going on at the same time. It's called Just Beachy. A 94 928 GTS that was just completed. Redone interior that included a rear seat delete, almost new 997 sport seats, custom sound system,new carpet, etc. Deleted the side rub strips, sunroof, rear wiper, side marker lights, front headlight squirters, exterior door locks, US bumperettes. Swapped in an S4 rear bumper cover, and then onto a full take apart paint job. Will hopefully finish up Just Peachy soon and add more pics. T

[72BBSwinger]

That is gorgeous! And the color? Yeah thats right....

[77tony]

Thanks 72BB. Color is "Minerva Blue" A most recent pic. T

[77tony]

A/C, fuel and PS lines done. T

[Tig]

Wow, nice work. It looks great, coming along nicely.
That 94 is beautiful.

[77tony]

Thanks Tig. T

[mikes70]

Just came across this for the first time. Wow, me like alot. I also love the numbers, power to weight, size/fitmant in the engine compartment. Also, that color, off the charts man. Cant wait to see it finished. I've been a Porsche fan all my life and a LS fan to boot, just put one in my 70 SS Camaro...

[77tony]

Thanks Mike, glad you like. Dinsdale of the Piranha Bros fabricating & installing his 6 spd conversion kit, euro driving & fog lights in, wheels mounted for fitment. Good thing we rolled the rear fenders before paint. T

[DocSean]

Please sir, may we have some more?

[77tony]

Please sir, may we have some more?

Out of town for 8 days on Mon. Will hopefully post some more pics & progress in a few weeks. :bananna2: T

[77tony]

Dinsdale has been busy. 6-spd T-56 conversion done, fuel & A/C lines all set. VSS and reverse lockout mounted in spare tire area. Bud of mine has a pipe bender so brought it home to start laying out the exhaust system. T

[77tony]

Trailered Just Peachy to my buds shop and started fabricating the exhaust. Plan is to try a few different mufflers and go from there. T

[LowFast]

I am interested to know how the oval tubing works for you. I have spintechs on my truck and love them, they have held up very well over the past 11 years and the sound is perfect. I most likely will go spintech on my build if anything for the sound and the extra ground clearance with the oval tubing.

[77tony]

Bryce, Those TCI bits look great, now lets get them on there.:git: Exhaust up front is good to go and now waiting for parts. T

[77tony]

Mounted remote oil filter and wrapped oil lines with Thermo-Tec high heat sleeves. Nice product. GM go pedal installed. T

[77tony]

Fired her up for the 1st time: http://youtu.be/zhOJS3zzE_I

[77tony]

With Herman doing his best as a temporary human exhaust hanger and with Dinsdale at the wheel, we completed three quick tests for sound comparison. The 3 video's are with stock LS exhaust manifolds with built a built in O2 sensor per side. Custom made downpipes are fed into a single high flow magnaflow cat. 1st video was with no muffler for a base sound comparison. 2nd video below was the Spintech Sportsman 300 Series muffler, and the 3rd clip was a Magnaflow muffler (not sure of the part #). The 3 of us all agreed on the magnaflow muffler. Our opionions were that the spintech did not offer quite enough sound reduction for the street, and the Magnaflow got the thumbs up from the 3 of us. T

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBCA2VmZhzU

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4PxnsRDvUU

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9cYnZKni6I

[77tony]

Trailered J.P. back down to Adam's to finish up the exhaust. 1st time under it's own power (sans muffler). Stage II clutch set-up felt like butter. T

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZmFJfXcxpM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyjkOWQMpOQ

[77tony]

Exhaust completed & very satisfied with sound & appearance. Back to the shop to finish up assembly. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlRbmyT1lbk T

[77tony]

Started installing the rear seats, sail panels & center rear armrest. Interior came out of a wrecked 79 928 that was always stored indoors. T

[andrewb70]

Love this car. Keep up the good work!

Andrew

[77tony]

Thank you Andrew. Front seats up next. T

[77tony]

Well, after 2 years to the day, it's on the road. A few details to iron out, but it run & drives better than predicted. Skip to 1:20 in video link below. T

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nC1Xogq3Tq8

[77tony]

Just recieved a replacement camera and took a few pics. Ride height, camber and alignment need to be fine tuned, but other than that it runs grrreat. T

[andrewb70]

Tony,

That has to be one of the nicest 928s around, regardless of engine. To me, this is clearly a pro-touring build -- taking a classic chassis and upgrading it with modern driveline components to exceed the stock performance of the vehicle!

I can't wait to see more pictures once you get the front jacked down 3 inches.

On a slightly more critical note, I don't know that I am feeling the yellow calipers with the gold. I think red or black would be better, but that's just personal taste.

Can you post some detailed pictures of the t56 transaxle installed?

Andrew

[77tony]

Thank you Andrew. 928's require that the ride height, camber & alignment be adjusted when all four wheels are down. Will make the final adjustments and take more pics after the 4 post lift is in. Took a few pics this morning with more available sunlight. Red or black calipers would look good, but felt the yellow looks even better :6gears: T

[77tony]

Took me 2 years to find a used aluminum euro inner front bumper with light housings. Replaced all the driving & fog light lenses and added in a pair of 8" H4 80/100 watt halogen headlights. Holy smokes this thing throws out some light. T

[Dave B]

Wow, I've always loved 928's. When I was a kid, in the late 80's I worked at a parking lot, and every Saturday a lady would come in with a dark brown 928, we use to drool over that car. Good thing we didn't have camera phones back then.....

[77tony]

Thanks Dave B. Adjusted the ride height, cast & camber and then aligned. Now rides and handles like a dream. Adjusted the doors to rid of wind noise, installed a new w/wash pump, swapped out the break in oil, installed some new lenses for the euro driving, fog and H4 lights, then took her for a rip. Wife says she can here it from a block away. Might need to add a mid-muffler or resonator. T

[andrewb70]

Totally awesome. Love this build.

Andrew

[77tony]

Thank you Andrew. Checked out your goat and love it. My very first car was a 64 GTO and of course wish that I still had it. I'll take some better pics when I get some free time. T

[andrewb70]

I would love to build one of those cars Tony. Maybe you want to part with one of yours. I dig the gold...

Andrew

[77tony]

Took approx 2 years to finish the gold one and that's staying put. Would consider offers for the blue 94 GTS. T

[andrewb70]

PM sent...

Andrew

[77tony]

Clicked off a few pics today. T

[spooledx2]

Damn Tony. So much better of a thread here than on RL. Beautiful work as always.

Ramon

[77tony]

Thank you Ramon. Suspension has settled. T

[77tony]

Had a tear in one of the front seat cushion and found out this particular fabric is NLA. Decided to patch the front seat with fabric from the rear seat. Rear seats were a bit useless anyways, so decided to do a rear seat delete and then installed a 10" sub, 3 channel amp and focal components in the front doors. Picked up some used Mazda RX7 rear cabinets and integrated them in. Deleted the pusher style condenser fan that was up front and had the tuner reprogram the spal dual fans to take up the slack. Now there is room for a custom intake that's next on the list. T

[andrewb70]

Nice work Tony. Those second gen RX7 bins look right at home.

Andrew

[77tony]

Nice work Tony. Those second gen RX7 bins look right at home.

Andrew

Thank you Andrew. Split the cost of some corner balancing scales with a bud. Baseline was only 3083 lbs. (no occupants) Appears the aluminum doors, hood, and front fenders that Porsche put in there were a big help. T

[rickpaw]

Great build.

Where did you get the RX7 bin? Junk yard?

[77tony]

Thank you rickpaw. Found the RX7 boxes on fleabay. Corner balance, cast & camber, 4 wheel alignment up next. T

[77tony]

Ran great a few day ago and now it barely runs:
https://youtu.be/7eaBJDOWIz4
Checked the fuel pump fuse and relay and it's all good. Swapped in a new MAF sensor and that made no difference. Any clues on where I should go next ? TIA Tony

[andrewb70]

Ran great a few day ago and now it barely runs:
https://youtu.be/7eaBJDOWIz4
Checked the fuel pump fuse and relay and it's all good. Swapped in a new MAF sensor and that made no difference. Any clues on where I should go next ? TIA Tony

Sounds like it went into limp mode. Is it throwing any codes? Refresh my memory on the ECU and harness. Probably shouldn't poke the TB like that...LOL

Andrew

[77tony]

Sounds like it went into limp mode. Is it throwing any codes? Refresh my memory on the ECU and harness. Probably shouldn't poke the TB like that...LOL

Andrew

Didn't think of that-h duh. I'll plug the Wi-Fi dongle into the OB port tomorrow to see if she throws up a code or two on the Torque App. Your Cougar looks great running down the track, nice job :cool: T

[andrewb70]

Didn't think of that-h duh. I'll plug the Wi-Fi dongle into the OB port tomorrow to see if she throws up a code or two on the Torque App. Your Cougar looks great running down the track, nice job :cool: T

Thanks! Let us know what you find.

Andrew

[77tony]

Thanks! Let us know what you find.

Andrew

These codes came up: Fault log report generated by Torque for Android ================================================= Vehicle VIN: Vehicle Manufacturer: Vehicle Calibration ID: Current Fault Log P0102: Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Low Input P0122: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Low Input P0220: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch "B" Circuit P0222: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch "B" Circuit Low Input P0223: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch "B" Circuit High Input P2135: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A/B Voltage Correlation P2176: Throttle Actuator Control System - Idle Position Not Learned B2AAA: Unknown code - More information may be available on the web Pending Fault Log ------------------ P0113: Intake Air Temperature Circuit High Input Historic Fault Log ------------------ ECU reports no historic faults Other discovered fault codes (possibly pending, current or manufacturer specific) ---------------------------------------------------- ECU reports no other fault codes logged End of report.

[andrewb70]

These codes came up: Fault log report generated by Torque for Android ================================================= Vehicle VIN: Vehicle Manufacturer: Vehicle Calibration ID: Current Fault Log P0102: Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Low Input P0122: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Low Input P0220: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch "B" Circuit P0222: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch "B" Circuit Low Input P0223: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch "B" Circuit High Input P2135: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A/B Voltage Correlation P2176: Throttle Actuator Control System - Idle Position Not Learned B2AAA: Unknown code - More information may be available on the web Pending Fault Log ------------------ P0113: Intake Air Temperature Circuit High Input Historic Fault Log ------------------ ECU reports no historic faults Other discovered fault codes (possibly pending, current or manufacturer specific) ---------------------------------------------------- ECU reports no other fault codes logged End of report.

Tony,

That seems like a lot of codes. Can you elaborate on what happened? You said fine one day then all of a sudden not fine?

Have you tried clearing the codes and seeing what happens?

Andrew

[77tony]

Nothing comes to mind. All was going well and then not. Need to either purchase a real scanner or bring to a bud's shop. T

[77tony]

Purchased a new TB/TPS from Amazon for only $ 126, installed today and JP is running great again. A few months back, the battery ground strap nut worked it's way loose and popped the fan relay. Upon further review, determined that this ground fault surge also burnt the pin and plastic board behind the fan relay causing both fans to run full time (even with the AC compressor off). Looks like a new board fuse/relay board is in order. Does anyone have one for sale or know the part # for the fuse/relay board below ? Will post over on the PT electrical & wiring forum. TIA T

[andrewb70]

Tony,

You don't have to change that whole board. I believe the that board uses MetriPack 280 series terminals. You should be able to source some and replace the parts that got damaged.

Andrew

[77tony]

Tony,

You don't have to change that whole board. I believe the that board uses MetriPack 280 series terminals. You should be able to source some and replace the parts that got damaged.

Andrew
Hi Andrew, Board is brittle behind the fan relay and is a bit deformed and terminal is toast. Think I should replace the board. T

[77tony]

....

[andrewb70]

Hi Andrew, Board is brittle behind the fan relay and is a bit deformed and terminal is toast. Think I should replace the board. T

I guess if it is fried badly that would be a good idea. I would give GMPP a call and see if they can help with the part. I heard it is from an Astro van, but I am not 100% sure.

Andrew

[77tony]

Thanks Andrew. T

[77tony]

Just got the pascha front seats back from upholsterer. Planning to install http://infinitybox.com and would like the forums advice on what LS manual/website,video would offer the best advice on wiring it all in. TIA Tony

[andrewb70]

Planning to install http://infinitybox.com and would like the forums advice on what LS manual/website,video would offer the best advice on wiring it all in. TIA Tony

Tony,

Get in touch with John Parsons. I know he has done a few of Infinity installs and loves them.

https://www.pro-touring.com/members/9-parsonsj

Andrew

[77tony]

Thank you Andrew. :) On with the new tips ! T

[77tony]

Infinity Box just arrived. Waiting on some TXL 14 gauge wiring, weatherpak connectors, etc., before starting in. T

[1965gp]

What a cool build! I love it- the car, the color, everything

[77tony]

Thank you 1965p. FYI: My first car back in 1970 was a 1964 GTO :razz: T

[77tony]

Rear power and inMotion cells housed in rear seat delete just behind front pass seat. Master and front power cells installed in pass side footwell where the old CE panel used to be, by-by 35 year old relays :machine: T

[77tony]

Finally getting back to it...

[77tony]

Finally getting back to it. Wiring is a mystery to me so brought in some talent to get this project rolling again. T

[andrewb70]

Glad to see you hack at it!

Is the gray stuff on the door from Cascade Audio? I used that on my GTO.

Andrew

[77tony]

Correct Andrew. Cascade Audio VB2...great product. T

[Tig]

Man, it's looking good.
Cant wait to see the interior all wrapped up.

[77tony]

Thank you Tig^^ Little bit of a mess below. Don't know how the two red butt splice connections got there but will trace and see where they go...hopefully remove them. T

[77tony]

One of the new wiring harness's fabricated by Carl & Stan along with cleaning up the 14 pin connector. Circular connectors installed on InfinityBox junction (inside to outside) and the 14-pin connector side is done and will connect to stock 928 harness that remains for the central warning computer etc. Spare orange and yellow wires are outputs from the I-Box inMotion kit that are not being used and will be sealed. T

[DualQuadDave]

Wow, the electrical in this is no joke. My hat is off to your sir, that's really well done.

[77tony]

Thanks Dave^^the wiring wizardry is being handled by my bud Carl. Sourced a later model digi-dash cluster and an early 89 combo switch (no airbag) to control it all, then filled with LED's. Need to black out the Auto selects being this car is a 6 sp manual. A Protizomo LED dimmer was fitted behind the dead pedal along with a Dakota Dig cruise control interface. A 3D custom subpanel will be concealed on top of the tunnel in the center console for easy access from the footwell side panels. Thats it for now. T

[andrewb70]

One of my favorite builds ever.

Andrew

[77tony]

^^Thank you Andrew and happy to hear your digging this build. Starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel with the wiring and interior. Might get to drop in the cluster/pod, HVAC controller, radio, etc., tomorrow. T