HSV Triple Gauge Mod -- Extra Parts Required

[Crazy Paul]

To fit the HSV Triple Gauge Pod to the G8 there are 4 or 5 extra parts you require.

Here's the Pod we're talking about.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010489.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/G8GT448.jpg

[Crazy Paul]

Option A. No 12V Outlet. Full size Cubby.
a) Stereo Stack Trim
b) Non MRC Blank Plate
c) Auto A6 Gear Surround
d) Storage Compartment
e) Compartment Trim

a)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010392.jpg

b)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010423.jpg

c)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010452.jpg

d)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010402-1.jpg

e)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010399-1.jpg


Assembled
Note--A6 Gear surround not fitted yet.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/G8GT449.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/G8GT450.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/G8GT451.jpg

[Crazy Paul]

Option B. 12V Outlets Front and Rear. Ashtrays Front and Rear.
a) Stereo Stack Trim
b) Non MRC Blank Plate
c) Auto A6 Gear Surround
f) Front and Rear Smokers Pack


a)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010392.jpg

b)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010423.jpg

c)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010452.jpg

f)
Smokers Pack (set)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010465.jpg

Front Piece
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010461.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010460.jpg

Rear Piece (for back seat passengers) [It's upside down in this pic]
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/R1010464.jpg


Smokers Pack shown fitted here, A6 Gear Surround seen here, Rear Seat Ashtray not shown.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/G8GT524.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/G8GT521.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/G8GT523.jpg

[foreosu]

I dont like how they have white backgrounds when the rest of the stock gauges are all black background. Other than that, I like em

[J Wikoff]

I'm all for the white faces. This interior needs more brightness.

[foreosu]

I'd be cool if all gauges were white faced, but when they don't match it looks a little goofy to me. Though about anything is better than the bright red glow of the Atari gauge...

[Dr. Dana Miller]

If you are willing to do some fairly minor wiring and pay for additional gauges ( yes...I know this can get a bit expensive! ) the gauges can easily be replaced with Autometer SportComp II gauges which are almost a perfect match for the factory gauge cluster in the car now ( assuming you don't have the red face gauges ) and have nearly the same needles and back lighting. These are 2 1/16 in. and fit the binnacle perfectly. I have already replaced the white faced gauges with these and they look fantastic! The gauges come with senders ( do not order the mechanical gauges....use the electrical gauges for safety ). Granted......this does leave the obvious question as to what to do with the white face gauges. I will admit....no one said this would be an inexpensive mod. Am going to begin the install process shortly. Just waiting for the other parts to arrive from Au. Will post a pic. of the gauges shortly.

[-Ray-]

Awesome! Good to read you Dana.

[GRRRR8]

With the Autometer silver rings that will look awesome!

[Crazy Paul]

I dont like how they have white backgrounds when the rest of the stock gauges are all black background. Other than that, I like em

Dr Dana has a set of surplus HSV white faced gauges.....maybe Chris White can change the background, convert units back to prehistoric for you guys too ?

:boxing:

[Steve]

if you are willing to do some fairly minor wiring and pay for additional gauges ( yes...i know this can get a bit expensive! ) the gauges can easily be replaced with autometer sportcomp ii gauges which are almost a perfect match for the factory gauge cluster in the car now ( assuming you don't have the red face gauges ) and have nearly the same needles and back lighting. These are 2 1/16 in. And fit the binnacle perfectly. I have already replaced the white faced gauges with these and they look fantastic! The gauges come with senders ( do not order the mechanical gauges....use the electrical gauges for safety ). Granted......this does leave the obvious question as to what to do with the white face gauges. I will admit....no one said this would be an inexpensive mod. Am going to begin the install process shortly. Just waiting for the other parts to arrive from au. Will post a pic. Of the gauges shortly.

:ttiwwp:
:ttiwwp:

[99-LS1-SS]

The world is coming to an end when an admin can't get an emote to work.....

[GRRRR8]

I think if I can get a pod I could design oil/volt/trans temp and make a harness. I did it on Mustangs. The pod with no gauges is the issue.

[wreckwriter]

Only option is JHP dual hump pod.

[GRRRR8]

Only option is JHP dual hump pod.

You cant say that name here! lol

[wreckwriter]

You cant say that name here! lol

Yea I know but its a piece of molded plastic, likely they can't fuck that up.

[GRRRR8]

Yea I know but its a piece of molded plastic, likely they can't fuck that up.

ROTFLMAO!!! And I have an attitude....

[wreckwriter]

I actually have no issue with themexcept that all their stuff is overpriced.

[Crazy Paul]

I think if I can get a pod I could design oil/volt/trans temp and make a harness. I did it on Mustangs. The pod with no gauges is the issue.

I did notice the HSV pod had this octagonal shaped "jesus box" attached to the back of the gauges.
"CAN cockpit black box 100HL"
All the electrical bits were Siemens VDO brand.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/P1010495.jpg

[J Wikoff]

Dr Dana has a set of surplus HSV white faced gauges.....maybe Chris White can change the background, convert units back to prehistoric for you guys too ?

:boxing:

Who is this Chris White?

[G8-SSV]

Who is this Chris White?

GTPprix

[Crazy Paul]

Who is this Chris White?

http://www.forum.grrrr8.net/forumdisplay.php?f=137

[GRRRR8]

I did notice the HSV pod had this octagonal shaped "jesus box" attached to the back of the gauges.
"CAN cockpit black box 100HL"
All the electrical bits were Siemens VDO brand.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/P1010495.jpg

For plug and play it would be needed, but if I am using all new sending units it could be wired up.

[-Ray-]

Who is this Chris White?

Chris White, formerly of Vector Motorsports.

[Crazy Paul]

For plug and play it would be needed, but if I am using all new sending units it could be wired up.

Arrrrrr yes, totally old school.

You'll need to piggyback a few sensors then.

Here's a good metric M16x 1.5 Tee for a 1/8 NPT oil sender:
Pt No TP-12
http://www.speedograph-richfield.com/html/oil_pipe_lines.html

You can adjust the orientation of the 1/8" outlet (away from the intake) by skimming the bottom face or using a different thickness crush washer.

[Panther 2]

Chris White aka Dr Emmett Brown from Back to the Future

[J Wikoff]

No really... does anyone know who this Chris White guy is?

:lol:

[Crazy Paul]

No really... does anyone know who this Chris White guy is?
:lol:

Post #22 has a link to his section of this Forum.

[J Wikoff]

You thought I was serious?

[-Ray-]

You thought I was serious?

You repeating yourself several times makes it look like you are.

[J Wikoff]

Just one repeat... ended with a :lol: which is a laugh out loud smilie on a lot of forums. I asked once and got four of the same response. Next time, I'll try to explain the joke first. But when you gotta explain, it kinda takes the funny out of it.

[BlownG8GT]

I need these extra parts, and would prefer to keep my cubby the way it is. Is this possible?

[Crazy Paul]

I need these extra parts, and would prefer to keep my cubby the way it is. Is this possible?

No.
With the new stereo surround (tower) you can have:
1) 1/2 size cubby with a 12V outlet
2) Full size cubby with no 12V outlet
3) Original Pontiac cubby that hangs out 3/4" too far

[J Wikoff]

You can keep the original lower cubby, but it does move towards the shifter about an inch. Still assembles properly though. Right now, I've got the original still in.

[BlownG8GT]

No.
With the new stereo surround (tower) you can have:
1) 1/2 size cubby with a 12V outlet
2) Full size cubby with no 12V outlet
3) Original Pontiac cubby that hangs out 3/4" too far

Can you please quote me on the parts needed?

[EcoBrick Bob]

Estimated total cost ??? (Rough cost range)

[Crazy Paul]

Can you please quote me on the parts needed?


http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/index_files/Page631.htm

[BlownG8GT]

http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/index_files/Page631.htm

Paul, I am looking for a little direction and help on this. Please PM me the cost of what I will need shipped. I do not need a smokers package or any of that BS....just the basics to get me where I need to be. I assume I need 31B if I want to keep my 12v outlet?

Thanks, B.

[Crazy Paul]

Option 31 Z

Stereo Stack Trim http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010392.jpg
Non MRC Blank Plate http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010422.jpg
Auto A6 Gear Surround http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010448.jpg
Re-use your Original Cubby with original power outlet. The cubby will hang out an inch too far towards the gearstick.
US$190 delivered by air in 2 weeks.



Option 31 A

Stereo Stack Trim http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010392.jpg
Full size Cubby with no power outlet.http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010402.jpg
Fascia Plate for new Cubby.http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010399.jpg
Non MRC Blank Plate http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010422.jpg
Auto A6 Gear Surround http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010448.jpg
You lose your original 12V power outlet in the front cubby. The new cubby will fit fine and match the new stereo surround.
US$230 delivered by air in 2 weeks.


Option 31 B

Stereo Stack Trim http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010392.jpg
Half Sized Cubby with 12V power outlet (Front part of "Smokers Pack")
http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010460.jpg

New Ashtray Compartment with 12V outlet, cig lighter for the rear seat passengers, fits into the back face of the console.(Rear part of "Smokers Pack")
http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010463.jpg

Non MRC Blank Plate http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010422.jpg
Auto A6 Gear Surround http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/CPweb/P1010448.jpg
You lose your original full sized front cubby. The half sized new cubby will fit fine and match the new stereo surround. You get a 12V outlet...cig lighter in the new 1/2 sized cubby. You gain a rear seat passenger ashtray with cig lighter.
US$265 delivered by air in 2 weeks.

[BlownG8GT]

I will take 31 Z. Do you accept Credit Cards yet?

[J Wikoff]

My offer still stands to send out the essentially perfect radio surround.

[r1owner]

Did you ever get the issue with the gauges sporadically working figured out?

[J Wikoff]

Yeah... It got warmer out. That fixed them. No worky when below 15 deg F.

[BlownG8GT]

My offer still stands to send out the essentially perfect radio surround.

PM sent

[Crazy Paul]

I will take 31 Z. Do you accept Credit Cards yet?

No still nothing set up for credit cards.
I've got a few more available options than last time tho.

[Steve]

You could always still use paypal to just pay with a CC without having to setup a paypal account etc?

[sccaGTO]

Yeah... It got warmer out. That fixed them. No worky when below 15 deg F.

I didn't see a thread started about your G8. The sig pic caught my attention. No more Bonnie on the G8 site. :woohoo:

[J Wikoff]

That was my sig on g8board. I could get a pic of them together... still got the ol SSE.

[sccaGTO]

That was my sig on g8board. I could get a pic of them together... still got the ol SSE.

I haven't seen big pics of the G8. The SRM looks good.

[REDG8GTSA]

so whats the price on a basic setup for these gauges??????

[Crazy Paul]

so whats the price on a basic setup for these gauges??????

There's currently a set of the gauges in the For Sale section for $325
http://www.forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=4705

Then you need either 31A for $230
or
31B for $265

http://members.iinet.net.au/~pjsadler/index_files/Page1378.htm