Custom A-Pillar gauge pod - lots of pictures

GaleForce · 12-28-2012, 11:10 PM

Here are some good finished pictures of my custom built A-Pillar gaugge pod. The only "off the shelf" parts used were a Nissan A-Pillar and Nissan silver gauge trim ring.

For those interested, I posted up some pictures of my gauge pod as I was making it in my build thread.

Close up of the fit and finish,

I need to remove the dash to replace the factory triple gauge with some Defi gauges, then I'll install this and post up installed pictures.

Here's another version. I added carbon fibre,

Ok, I put the A-Pillar in place and took some proper pictures for those who wanted to see it installed.

IMG_8003 by J M Gale, on Flickr

IMG_8016 by J M Gale, on Flickr

IMG_8030 by J M Gale, on Flickr

IMG_8036 by J M Gale, on Flickr

Dual gauge pod,

IMG_8211 by J M Gale, on Flickr

IMG_8197 by J M Gale, on Flickr

IMG_8200 by J M Gale, on Flickr

This is V.2 Premium Dual gauge pod that I recently made.

Here is how it looks through the windshield,

A couple interior shots,

Hybrid set-up. 52mm gauge top, 60mm boost controller bottom,

martin82 · 12-28-2012, 11:12 PM

Looks great!

370ZNISMO#704 · 12-28-2012, 11:32 PM

Wow very clean. Is this just for you or are you planning a small batch of them. ?

GaleForce · 12-29-2012, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 370ZNISMO#704

Wow very clean. Is this just for you or are you planning a small batch of them. ?

Thanks!

As far as a building a small batch, I don't think there is enough demand. It's very pricey to build.

MyKindaGuise · 12-29-2012, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Thanks!

As far as a building a small batch, I don't think there is enough demand. It's very pricey to build.

You may be surprised!

Seriously nice work dude. What would you typically charge to make one of these for someone?

SouthArk370Z · 12-29-2012, 01:51 PM

Most excellent job. Looks as good as the best aftermarket parts and much better than the rest. Can't wait to see what it looks like when installed.

GaleForce · 12-29-2012, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by tturbo370z

Looks fantastic! Well made piece

Thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by hughdogz

You are an automotive artist Mr. Force!

Wow! That is one awesome compliment! Thank you very much sir!

Quote:

Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

Most excellent job. Looks as good as the best aftermarket parts and much better than the rest. Can't wait to see what it looks like when installed.

I really take pride in my work. I have high standards and I can't accept less than excellent especially when I have total control over the outcome. Thank you for the kind words.

GaleForce · 12-29-2012, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by MyKindaGuise

You may be surprised!

Seriously nice work dude. What would you typically charge to make one of these for someone?

Again, it's not cheap. The factory A-Pillar and factory Silver trim ring cost $100 alone, then you have fabrication material, finishing material, labour (I don't work for free) and shipping. Final price would also be dependant on the cost of being a vendor on this site (whatever that may be).

It might be worth it to a few guys to have a 100% custom built to spec piece for their car, and If enough guys are interested (really interested) I will talk to AK about the cost of being a vendor.

SouthArk370Z · 12-29-2012, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Again, it's not cheap. The factory A-Pillar and factory Silver trim ring cost $100 alone, then you have fabrication material, finishing material, labour (I don't work for free) and shipping. Final price would also be dependant on the cost of being a vendor on this site (whatever that may be).

It might be worth it to a few guys to have a 100% custom built to spec piece for their car, and If enough guys are interested (really interested) I will talk to AK about the cost of being a vendor.

I don't plan on installing a pillar gauge, but, if you do decide to make some, a two-gauge setup might be popular.

http://www.the370z.com/payments.php From $69 for one month to $690 per year.

370ZNISMO#704 · 12-29-2012, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Again, it's not cheap. The factory A-Pillar and factory Silver trim ring cost $100 alone, then you have fabrication material, finishing material, labour (I don't work for free) and shipping. Final price would also be dependant on the cost of being a vendor on this site (whatever that may be).

It might be worth it to a few guys to have a 100% custom built to spec piece for their car, and If enough guys are interested (really interested) I will talk to AK about the cost of being a vendor.

Well if you could manage to make it work where a single pod was around 250+/- a few and a double pod 300+/- I would for sure be in on a limited number of these built now another question is could it be done for the same or a little bit more in red carbon I would love to have both of mine done to match my other red carbon pieces and my Nismo trim. But if not then no worries. Just love the quality of your work.

MyKindaGuise · 12-30-2012, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Again, it's not cheap. The factory A-Pillar and factory Silver trim ring cost $100 alone, then you have fabrication material, finishing material, labour (I don't work for free) and shipping. Final price would also be dependant on the cost of being a vendor on this site (whatever that may be).

It might be worth it to a few guys to have a 100% custom built to spec piece for their car, and If enough guys are interested (really interested) I will talk to AK about the cost of being a vendor.

Yeah that vendor cost is whats going to be difficult. $690 a year for a one man operation for something this specific is completely overkill and would kill pretty much all of your profits. Hopefully AK will make some more customized vendorships on this forum. Cant expect you to pay the same amount as the big dogs that offer everything.

GaleForce · 01-06-2013, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by 370ZNISMO#704

Wow very clean. Is this just for you or are you planning a small batch of them. ?

For anyone intersted, I got the ok from the site owner (AK370z) to sell a couple of these. PM for price.

Apoc370z · 12-29-2012, 01:33 AM

Looks great actually, but i cant seem to find a reason for another gauge. not yet anyways

simota1 · 12-29-2012, 02:47 AM

clean as hell man great job!!!

sixpax · 12-29-2012, 06:54 AM

great job !

12-28-2012, 11:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51866	Custom A-Pillar gauge pod - lots of pictures Here are some good finished pictures of my custom built A-Pillar gaugge pod. The only "off the shelf" parts used were a Nissan A-Pillar and Nissan silver gauge trim ring. For those interested, I posted up some pictures of my gauge pod as I was making it in my build thread. Close up of the fit and finish, I need to remove the dash to replace the factory triple gauge with some Defi gauges, then I'll install this and post up installed pictures. Here's another version. I added carbon fibre, Ok, I put the A-Pillar in place and took some proper pictures for those who wanted to see it installed. IMG_8003 by J M Gale, on Flickr IMG_8016 by J M Gale, on Flickr IMG_8030 by J M Gale, on Flickr IMG_8036 by J M Gale, on Flickr Dual gauge pod, IMG_8211 by J M Gale, on Flickr IMG_8197 by J M Gale, on Flickr IMG_8200 by J M Gale, on Flickr This is V.2 Premium Dual gauge pod that I recently made. Here is how it looks through the windshield, A couple interior shots, Hybrid set-up. 52mm gauge top, 60mm boost controller bottom, Z34drifty, DIGItonium, OMGWTFBBQ and 42 others like this. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z Last edited by GaleForce; 10-10-2013 at 08:43 PM.

12-28-2012, 11:12 PM	#2 (permalink)
martin82 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: los angeles Posts: 2,636 Drives: 12 Nissan 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 21	Looks great! GaleForce likes this.

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370ZNISMO#704 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Seattle Posts: 466 Drives: Nismo10,EgH22,TSX04 Rep Power: 16	Wow very clean. Is this just for you or are you planning a small batch of them. ? DEpointfive0 likes this. __________________ 2010NISMO•305.9whp 250tq Osirus•STANCE GR+•and Camber & Toe bars•KICS R 20mm•VOSSEN CV3 20"-10.5x4•Stillen GENIII•AAM S-Line Nimso mid-pipe•CarbonSignal Sponsored car•EVOR F1mirrors•NST short shifter•Zspeed Nismo under tray.

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SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324199	Most excellent job. Looks as good as the best aftermarket parts and much better than the rest. Can't wait to see what it looks like when installed. DEpointfive0 likes this. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

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Apoc370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 999 Drives: 2011 GM z34 Rep Power: 16	Looks great actually, but i cant seem to find a reason for another gauge. not yet anyways GaleForce likes this.

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