Phantom Autowerke air ride build thread

[AnythingVW]

So sick!!! Watching this one(even though I'm pretty late into the build)

[Andrew@ORT]

Longest. Build. Ever.

[aVWGTIguy]

With 8 days left till Dubs on Defrost we're getting things wrapped up. The last piece of hardline has been bent, all the wires have been run, and we're just left with getting it all running. I took a few detail shots and some shots of the areas that will be closed up not seen once it's done. Hope you enjoy.

[aVWGTIguy]

A few more detail shots.

Couldn't decide on a color to paint the amps so I polished them.
Before

After


Redid the E Level ecu component to better match it's final install location.
Before

After


We also wanted to bring the paint theme of the tanks and sub enclosure into the cabin on the car by repainting the door and dash inserts.


We have exactly a week to get the car put back together for Dubs on Defrost so it'll be a bit hectic but well worth it. Look forward to meeting a bunch of you this Saturday.

Adam

[AndrewDaniels]

Isn't it really hard to do that paint?!?!

[aVWGTIguy]

Isn't it really hard to do that paint?!?!

Not sure which paint you're talking about but yes, all the paint has been a challenge in some way.

Also, here are few more detail pics;

We redid the a-pillar tweeter mounts to accommodate the JL Audio ZR 1" tweeters. They are also directed a bit more inward than the stock setup to get better front staging.



Here's a shot of the painted door inserts test fit. You'll notice the blue tape around the bottom door pocket - we're creating fiberglass "pods" that house the E Level controller, Dakota Digital gauge, and 4" JL Audio C5 midrange speaker on the driver's side and just the 4" on the passenger side.


And finally, here's the sub enclosure with the polished amps in place. The pictures look like **** since they were taken with my iPhone but in person the amps are much less "blingy" and almost look holographic in the way they reflect all the fine detail of the surrounding area.



Lots more updates coming this week.

Adam

[Ben from RI]

The whole theme is way too over the top for me... just my style

However I must say that the work that has gone into this car is fantastic! Very nice job

[Squirrel Nuts]

this **** cray.

[aVWGTIguy]

The whole theme is way too over the top for me... just my style

However I must say that the work that has gone into this car is fantastic! Very nice job

this **** cray.

Thanks guys.

[Niagara_V_Dub]

[QUOTE=aVWGTIguy;76702927]
We redid the a-pillar tweeter mounts to accommodate the JL Audio ZR 1" tweeters. They are also directed a bit more inward than the stock setup to get better front staging.



Very jealous of the tweeter sail panel. I wish I had the motivation to do this cause my front staging... and rear is even worse... is a little lack luster.

[lowerthanzimmy]

That's the attitude to have

[hondubbin]

CANNOT wait to see this saturday.

[aVWGTIguy]

CANNOT wait to see this saturday.

Just got home from the shop and I think we're in good shape to have the car 90% done in time for Saturday.

[Andrew@ORT]

So pissed I won't be making it, but I expect lots of pictures!

The reflection looks killer

[dehate.]

[aVWGTIguy]

[TheSandeman]

Pics of the finished product or send this thread into the black hole!!


Sent from my iPhone4.

[AKdub914]

[ekgotskillzz]

Nice ....

[dehate.]

[lowerthanzimmy]

we will be in touch dooder.

[aVWGTIguy]

Dehate and CCW are the ****!

[Andrew@ORT]

[AndrewDaniels]

[aVWGTIguy]

Alright, the car is about 95% done - just a few trim parts to fab and waiting on the wheels to come in - but took a few detail shots this afternoon. I know I've said it before but photos do this thing absolutely no justice at all but here goes...

Door shots









Dash inserts




Tanks




Subs box








Diamond Black APR exhaust tips


Engine cover and Forge intake


I can't express how much I love this car right now. It's like a big toy that goes up, goes down, goes fast, gets loud and on and on. The craftsmanship is beyond top notch and every part on, in, and under the car is the best I could get from some of the nicest, most knowledgeable people you could hope to deal with. Again, a gigantic thanks to Open Road Tuning, JL Audio, CCW and of course Phantom Autowerke.

-Adam

[Simans82]

Really some amazing detail! Looks great.

[Lawn_Mower]

[aVWGTIguy]

Really some amazing detail! Looks great.

Thanks man. I'm a big fan of your setup.

[dehate.]

[absence]

lookn really amazing my man. can't wait to check it in person

[dehate.]

one more for good measure...



tires tomorrow. can't wait to see them on the car adam.

[Andrew@ORT]

me too...

hurry up jon!

[sp33dy]

ha! so i was right! smoothies

[aVWGTIguy]

ha! so i was right! smoothies

Nailed it. You going to EuroGas this weekend?

[VR6 NRG]

absolutely incredible build top to bottom. congrats man.