My 88 Formula Interior Redesign (Page 2/87)
Macs86GT NOV 09, 01:22 PM
excellent stuff. I was thinking of updating the fieros interior as well. i like the way its laid out it just needs updating and even though its a bit dated its got a unique look to it that makes it a fiero interior. There is no reason why it can't be restyled and modernized but still keep to its heritage.
Sourmug NOV 09, 02:45 PM
Hey, I thought that garage looked familiar!

Looking good so far

Nolan

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grkboy707 NOV 09, 03:00 PM
i like it! but i dont see how the new glove box (over the ECU) would work? i would keep the design for when its closed, but have it open the same way as it already does. but thats just me.
qwikgta NOV 09, 10:46 PM
I was freaking out when I saw the "Dot Matrix". So may 100,000 of stock silver trim out there and he paints over 88 only Dot Matrix. But if it was banged up then I guess its ok...... (Still crying)
Sofa King NOV 10, 07:32 AM
OK... I've hit a stumbling block. Although the center console I pulled from the Grand Prix is functional, I've run into two problems. First, the length is causing me a bit of a headache. The back of the console fits perfect but it nestles into the existing vertical glovebox space. The second and more important, is the depth. There is no room to move downward into the console, I can only work upward.

I sat for about an hour looking at this thing trying to figure out how to incorporate the cup holders and glovebox into the existing console without adding too much height and without interfering with the ALDL. I could relocate the ALDL but that doesn't solve the depth problem that still exists.

If I was to move forward as it is right now, I'm adding approx 2 - 5 1/2 inches of height. I don't think I like that idea... But I'm rendering a graphic image to see how it would look - I'll post when it's finished.

However... I've been looking online and I did find this Toyota 4Runner CUP HOLDER - I really like this dual cup holder idea. The unit is completely self contained, it doesn't take up a lot of space and it's thin enough to work. If I'm smart enough (HA) I can incorporate this idea into the console without adding too much height


Now I have to find a place for the 12volt outlet


This still leaves me with the iPhone/iPod connection - again, I have to deal with the depth of the cord and wires. UGH... very frustrating... But I shall press forward...

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bowrapennocks NOV 10, 09:06 AM
Looking great! There is a lot that can be done on the Fiero interiror. I am on my second redesign of modified Bonneville door panels and the first redesign of a custom console, to mate to my 94 Camaro dash. Here are a few sources for things that I found which may be of use to you:

Rvinyl.com offers a wide variety of stretchable and non stretchable vinyl. I bought the carbon fiber look alike, it is pretty tough and easy to apply. I am using it in the center of my console.

Allsport is a stretchable upholstery material that can be glued down over consoles, dashes etc. I spoke with the Director of QA and the stuff will stretch 100% around very complex curves. I bought mine at Rochford supply and have used it on a few cars.

I can't wait to see your finished product.
Jim

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87 T-top 2.8 5sp Camaro Dash Bonneville door panels; 86 355 body & interior kits 3.1 Auto; 85 SE 2.5 5sp, 86 SE 2.8 auto parts car

Sofa King NOV 10, 12:47 PM
Stretchable vinyl? That sounds like good stuff. Anything to make it go easy, right?

I haven't decided whether to recover the console or paint it using this spray paint from Germany

Be warned - it has a funky tune that plays with the demo

http://www.lederoptik.de/
Fiero STS NOV 10, 03:46 PM
Gee I seen your user name and the title of this thread and I had visions of lazyboys inside a Fiero.
Sofa King NOV 10, 04:08 PM
HEY! Now there a good build idea
Fiero1K NOV 10, 06:02 PM
Thats sofa king good! But seriously...i want this. Man, this idea is sofa king great.

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1988 Metallic Red Pontiac Fiero CJB T-Top Coupe, # 784 of 1252
Modifications:
-"Custom" oxidized paint
-Cat delete
-Shiny freebie shift knob
-Gasoline