Xdwardo Posted March 8, 2010 Report Share Posted March 8, 2010 That looks crazy man! Kudos for taking on a project like that... it's cool to see the kinda skill people have on here. Looking forward to seeing the next stages of development. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 8, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2010 (edited) Hey Pro3mark- seating arrangement is still staying although all the fixings and subframes have been adjusted to fit an Audi TT interior. All of the speakers however will be adjusted with different time alignment so the sound will be very balanced. It will the first time I've used a processor in an install. From what I've read and heard this makes a huge difference in the quality of the sound. Each speaker can be adjusted for correct frequency and time delay to allow for some speakers being closer to the driver.The sound will be set for driving position which is how it will be tested in the sound offs.Even though the loop will be show standard it will be my everyday car so it's better to be set to the driver as 95% of the time It's just me in it!Which brings me to my next point xwardo- this install is way beyond my own capabilities and I've got the chap who did my transporter - James of direct current- to do the install. For this kind of work i leave it to the professionals! The processor is all set up on a laptop and I read the manual that came with it and it gave me brainfreeze! I've got to say it's a bit scary seeing the loop in this state if undress(!) but it will be well worth it when it's done! Edited March 8, 2010 by One life. Live it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubsy Posted March 8, 2010 Report Share Posted March 8, 2010 hey dubsy! I've seen your install on the site and it's awesome! The 3 ways are going to be running active through a audison bit1. The subs are ones I havnt tried but been recommended on talk audio- cdt 6.8's. One will be ported in box and one sealed - the strengthening has begun! Yes would be interested to hear your system. U going to UD? ;-)im not going to ud,s fella ive got to much going on with the car at the moment so it wont be ready for a few months im hoping itll be ready for the end of may as for the cdt,s they should be pretty much perfect for what your wanting to achieve they do take some time to wear in and come to life and should get better and better each time you listen to them, looking forward to see how you progress hats off to you for trying something different, different is good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2010 im not going to ud,s fella ive got to much going on with the car at the moment so it wont be ready for a few months im hoping itll be ready for the end of may as for the cdt,s they should be pretty much perfect for what your wanting to achieve they do take some time to wear in and come to life and should get better and better each time you listen to them, looking forward to see how you progress hats off to you for trying something different, different is good!cheers dubsy! What u upto with your lup at the moment? Glad u agree with cdt's - definately looking forward to hearing them! Youll have to let us know what shows ur doin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubsy Posted March 9, 2010 Report Share Posted March 9, 2010 cheers dubsy! What u upto with your lup at the moment? Glad u agree with cdt's - definately looking forward to hearing them! Youll have to let us know what shows ur doin!well where do i start ive got my new coilovers to fit after hitting a pothole at 60mph, 280 mil brake conversion which i need to fit im currently building up some bbs rm,s and the 20v conversion i thinks thats enough for now i will definetly be at gti international, the vw festival and e38 and probably more in between Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 well where do i start ive got my new coilovers to fit after hitting a pothole at 60mph, 280 mil brake conversion which i need to fit im currently building up some bbs rm,s and the 20v conversion i thinks thats enough for now i will definetly be at gti international, the vw festival and e38 and probably more in betweennot much then really!!! ;-)good luck with all that and look forward to seeing it in the flesh!I'd like to go to gti show and def go to edition- will be going to a few transporter shows too in my T3 whilst the loops still in bits.Keep me posted on ur progress! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cafcross Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 Still don't see how this is OEM+ at all, but looks like an awesome build!I'm still waiting for someone to say 'you're ruining a rare car' Kudos for doing such a big job! Gonna be cool when done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loopzmatt Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 Cant wait to see/here this finished Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 Still don't see how this is OEM+ at all, but looks like an awesome build!I'm still waiting for someone to say 'you're ruining a rare car' Kudos for doing such a big job! Gonna be cool when done!hey cafcross! Interesting issues raised, and from others. Its got me thinking now! The build uses parts from vag group -audi seats front and back and we have leather to match throughout. There will be other Vw and Audi parts added but there are, and will be elements going beyond this. I thought this is the + bit of oem? I guess if you look at some others lupo's on here it doesn't follow a traditional path but I never wanted that. I take your point that some people might see it as ruining a rare car but i'm passionate about ' making the car my own'. When the car is complete I know other enthusiasts will appreciate the work gone into it- some with love it. and some not, but ultimately it's for me. I know im going to be excited to drive it and this project is a dream build - pushing further than I ever have done before. It's a long way from my first car - 1972 mini clubman-.with my centrebore exhaust and my goodmans speakers!!!And loopzmatt....... I can't wait either!! ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2010 Next installment....more shaping and smoothing of dashThe fibreglass internals used for inside the 3/4 rear panels for strengthening - one side sealed and one side ported to give different bass range. fibreglass section in place. rear three quarter panels - more strengthening to help reduce vibration and provide solid base for bass!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubsy Posted March 14, 2010 Report Share Posted March 14, 2010 looking good mate theres no going back now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2010 looking good mate theres no going back now cheers dubsy! Right in the thick of it hey?!! (as I'm sure you are?!)hard to vision it sometimes- especially when you see all that dust and mess, but it will look, and sound amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatttty Posted March 15, 2010 Report Share Posted March 15, 2010 was nice to meet you on Sunday mate dash is looknig good, cant wait to see how this turns out!Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2010 was nice to meet you on Sunday mate dash is looknig good, cant wait to see how this turns out!Alexlikewise Alex! Good to meet you too! Your car was looking stunning I must say! You must be well happy? Really liked your detailing on your dash - very nice! Have you got any further plans or are you just going to enjoy it now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatttty Posted March 15, 2010 Report Share Posted March 15, 2010 likewise Alex! Good to meet you too! Your car was looking stunning I must say! You must be well happy? Really liked your detailing on your dash - very nice! Have you got any further plans or are you just going to enjoy it now?Thankyou I was really pleased with how it had turned out, some more plans for summer but im going to enjoy it for a while and let my bank balance recover lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Green Giant Posted March 15, 2010 Report Share Posted March 15, 2010 WHAT THE HELLLL!!!!!!insane, but i am interested to see the outcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2010 WHAT THE HELLLL!!!!!!insane, but i am interested to see the outcome I'm hoping the outcome won't be TOO long little green giant!:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber Posted March 15, 2010 Report Share Posted March 15, 2010 COOL! Can't wait to see more of this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emz Posted March 16, 2010 Report Share Posted March 16, 2010 Was nice to meet you Sunday! Hopefully see you at alot of the aircooled shows, can't wait for them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2010 Was nice to meet you Sunday! Hopefully see you at alot of the aircooled shows, can't wait for them!yes Nice to meet you too! :-) we will be going to tredegar house next over Easter and Bristol volksfest. Would like to go to more watercooled specific shows too though. ( you never know it might even be in my loop!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2010 Pics sent over from the workshop! Here's the next installment.....There has been yet more sound deadening added upfront - man, this loop is gonna be ROCK SOLID!!The doors are also being sealed to give the woofer some more kick- avit'!!Next the dash has recieved a bit of treatment. The midrange speakers will also act sealed and the tweeters a solid support. Sound deadened, then the gap covered, then sealed with filler.Then the top is covered over ready to fill overThe rear boxes which hold the sub speakers within the rear 3/4 panels are currently being tested.. Pics to follow... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenLAST Posted March 22, 2010 Report Share Posted March 22, 2010 Holy s**t! How much MaxMat did you buy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REDLooP Posted March 23, 2010 Report Share Posted March 23, 2010 Wow this has to be my fav thread at the moment.And i spotted the Hertz boxes Looking forward to seeing and hearing how this comes out, keep up the mad work Oh and thanks for the gti seats aswell, there amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One life. Live it! Posted March 23, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2010 Holy s**t! How much MaxMat did you buy!Hey Ben - well there has been four boxes of 40 sheets used in the whole install -that's everywhere though- dash, floors, doors, boot, roof, etc Does look a bit mad at the moment and I can't wait for the kit to go in to see what a difference it makes- especially on the road! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matty. Posted March 23, 2010 Report Share Posted March 23, 2010 Some transformation this is going to be, yeah im not gonna be the first to turn round and say its wasting a GTI because folk can do what they like with them.. but jesus this is gonna weigh a ton when finished You wont need coilovers lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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