Iasca presentation Pro/Am Camaro

Ryan Bartlett Dream Project 2011 Camaro

Membership

IASCA logo on display in vehicle’s roll call on both fenders.

IASCA membership card #CM20123539 lifetime membership awarded by Moe Sabourin October 2012.

8.1 - IASCA LOGO ON DISPLAY 0 or 3 points Three (3) points are awarded for displaying the IASCA sound waves logo (see logo at the end of this section) on the exterior of the vehicle. By definition, the exterior of the vehicle is described as; being able to view the logo from a standing position with all the doors, the hood (bonnet) and trunk (boot) closed. The logo does not have to be permanently affixed to qualify.

8.2 - IASCA MEMBERSHIP 0 or 5 points Five (5) points are awarded for being a card carrying IASCA member in good standing. Competitors must present their current IASCA Membership Card to the IQC Judge during their presentation; it is not the responsibility of the Judge to ask for it.

Presentation

As the designer and co - installer of this vehicle’s audio system, I trust that I did an adequate job of presenting this vehicle. I request full points for this section of the score sheet to reflect my enthusiasm and preparedness for the vehicle’s presentation; please ask me to demonstrate the installation in any way you see fit.

9.1 - System Presentation 1 to 10 points “The competitor will be given 7 minutes to describe their vehicle and system and point out any special elements of the vehicle‘s mobile electronics installation, such as hidden components, installation techniques, special efforts in system Creative Elements, operation of the system, precautions, etc. - that may affect the judging.”

Of the approximate 200 hours of installation time on this vehicle, I have personally performed about 50 hours. The remaining 160 hours of time were spent in direct assistance and oversight of the installation with my team. I can answer any question the judges might have regarding this vehicle and its audio system. Please ask me to explain trim painting details, or the bass volume control incorporation. I welcome any opportunity to show you the knowledge of the system that I designed and constructed with my own two hands.

9.2 - System Knowledge 1 to 10 points In this scoring section, the Judge will evaluate how well the competitor knows the vehicle‘s audio system. The score will be determined by the competitor’s knowledge of their system during the presentation and may include questioning the competitor after the presentation is over, during the judging process.

System Knowledge

As the designer of this system the diagram below demonstrates the details of the tuning process. Crossover frequencies and slopes of all drivers in this system, as well as the use of a Fluke DVM with oscilloscope to set levels using the Autosound 2000 test cd -10db overlap tracks with no clipping and matched voltage.

JVC KW-NT3HDT

JBL MS

Hybrid Audio L1V2 Tweeter6k and up @24 db

Arc Audio KS900.6 Hybrid Audio L3 SE200-5k @ 24 db

Hybrid Audio L6 SEArc Audio 4200SE 70-200 @ 24 db

Arc Audio KS1000.1 Audio Xperts AJ 1022 x370 and below@ 24 db

Photo Log Book

Extensive documentation for unseen items provided in install book. I trust that the photographs and complete explanations provided herein are satisfactory to highlight the installation in this vehicle. The photo book is 166 pages in length and I feel that the photo documentation and written dialogue thoroughly explains the car’s audio system and deserves the full 10 points in this category.

9.3 - Photo Log Book 1 to 10 points Points are awarded based on the level of detail shown in the photos relative to the installation of the system and the judging sections on the score sheet, as well as the organization of the photo log book for easy reference when judges are scoring. It‘s recommended to have the photos organized in such a way that they follow the scoring sections of the score sheet.

Overall Theme

As you can clearly see, the distinct theme for this vehicle is the SF Giants. The orange and black color scheme starts on the body paint and black matte striping. Custom made ghost lights bearing the SF logo extends the theme outside the car. The trunk follows the same “custom” theme and it’s layout was hand fabricated using panel board and fiberglass and wrapped in black suede for a custom look. Painted amplifiers and SF Giants logo trim and L.E.D. lighting round out the custom SF Giants highlights in the trunk. The chosen theme for the interior is “stock ”. Stock OEM door panels were used to protect and hide the mid bass drivers and a Hybrid Audio badge replaces the OEM Boston Acoustics badge. Speaker pods were affixed to the top of the dash to house the mid-range drivers and matching single dye-lot vinyl to match the interior color and grain of the OEM surroundings was used to wrap them maintaining a “stock” look. The OEM tweeter location was modified to fit the tweeter and match the angle of the mid-range and the same matching single dye-lot vinyl was used to wrap the pod. The OEM steering wheel controls were maintained using a Metra Axxess canbus interface and round out the “stock” theme.

9.4 - Overall Theme 1 to 10 points Scoring is based on how well the competitor was able to create a common theme/display with their vehicle, system, installation and display. The theme can have variations of ―stock‖ and ―custom‖ attributes, as long as the overall theme (or concept) is maintained. Maximum points can be earned if theme extends beyond vehicle. sheet.

Attention to Detail/Cleanliness

The vehicle is detailed pursuant to car show standards. This vehicle is weekly driven and attends competitions and car shows on a regular basis. I have provided floor mats in front of both doors and I think you’ll agree that the vehicle and surrounding areas are well kept and should score maximum.

9.5 - Attention to Detail/Cleanliness 1 to 10 points The vehicle, system and display area should be clean and presentable at all times during the competition. Cleanliness, as well as the attention to detail of the entire vehicle and surrounding area will be evaluated. Damage to interior trim panels will be taken into consideration. The Judge will check all vehicle compartments and the display area for dirt, trash, fingerprints, dust, etc.

Security System9.6 - Security System 0 to 5 points Points are awarded based on the type of security system, features and proper operation of the system and its features. If the vehicle does not have any form of security system, points cannot be awarded in this section. Points are awarded as follows: 0 points for - no system at all, or a non functional system, OR 1 point for - an OEM or aftermarket Keyless Entry System OR 2 points for - an Aftermarket or OEM Alarm/Security system 0 to 3 additional bonus points for - any additional functions connected to the security system. 1 point per function will be awarded.

The security system installed in this vehicle is functional (+2 points)The following additional functions have been installed:Viper Smartstart w/ GPS tracking and battery voltage monitoring (+1 point)Remote engine starter (+1 point)Digital Tilt sensor (+1 point)

Batteries Vented and Secured

There is only one battery in the vehicle and the stock location is in the trunk compartment which includes a factory vent tube, and by rule is considered properly vented. The OEM battery tie-down was used to secure the battery in place to achieve no detectable movement and security screws were used.

10.1 - BATTERIES VENTED & SECURED 0 or 5 PointsBatteries connected to any charging system installed anywhere in a vehicle must be vented and securely mounted. All batteries installed in the trunk (boot) or passenger compartment of a vehicle must be contained in a sealed chamber with adequate ventilation (minimum ¼” inside diameter tube) to the exterior of the vehicle. This is to prevent any potential build up of hydrogen gases during recharge conditions, whether from the vehicles charging system or an external battery charger. Batteries that have been upgraded or have had the cables upgraded must also comply with this rule.

Safe to Operate While Driving

The vehicle and installation maintain OEM source unit/track locations, and also maintain the steering wheel controls courtesy of a Metra Axxess canbus interface. The system must score perfect on “safe to operate while driving.”

10.2 - SAFE TO OPERATE WHILE DRIVING 1 to 5 Points In this section, Judges evaluate whether the system can be operated (Volume, track selection, power on/off) without unreasonable distraction from the road. If, in the Judge's opinion, the system cannot be operated safely while driving, low points will be awarded. The location and orientation of the above-mentioned controls and the status display of the system will be weighed by the Judges to determine if the system is safe to operate while driving. For example, a track display located between the bottom seat cushions of the front seats would be considered an unreasonable distraction. Furthermore, motorized installation elements must be designed so as not to interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle.

Power Wire Size

The vehicle was wired with Stinger HPM 4-gauge power and ground cables. Power is delivered from the fuse distribution box to the amps which is 5 ft in length. We used 1/0 cable length from battery to the distribution block was 18 inches. This clearly is adequate power wire size and must receive full points for this category.

10.3 - POWER WIRE SIZE 0 or 5 points Proper wire size should be used for both positive and negative current requirements. There is no deduction or additional points awarded for wires bigger than the minimum size specified by the Power Cable Calculator Chart. If wire size does not meet requirements, points will not be awarded.

Power Wires Fused

All accessory power wires are fused at the factory fuse box and all amplifiers are fused in the trunk along with the main battery fuse eighteen inches from the positive terminal of the battery. All wires are fused; this vehicle must score the full 5 points.

10.4 - APPROPRIATE POWER WIRES FUSED 0 or 5 points All electronics throughout the audio system installation must be individually fused (a fuse that is in line with each (one) piece of electronic gear) with appropriate value fuses. Chassis-mounted fuses on electronic equipment satisfy this requirement. Competitors must present photographs of (or physical access to) fuses for in-dash equipment. All fuses must be readily accessible within 60 seconds and be able to be replaced within the five minute breakdown period. A Judge may request that this be demonstrated and will not award points if it cannot be done.

All Wires Properly Protected

ALL wiring in this installation – every piece of wire – was protected with techflex nylon mesh sleeve and color coded heat shrink tubing. Not one wire was forgotten. Only one hole was drilled for the door speaker wires and was protected with a waterproof pro grommet. This car must score perfect on “all wires properly protected.” Custom battery terminal covers were fabricated, painted, and labeled for polarity

10.5 - ALL WIRES PROPERLY PROTECTED 0 or 5 points A non-conductive grommet must protect all wires where they pass through any metal panel* or against any metal edges. Additionally, a non-conductive protective sleeve (a wire’s insulator is not considered as a protective sleeve) must protect all wires that pass along, by or against any potential hazardous metal. This includes, but is not limited to; all power wires, signal wires (e.g. RCA cables), speaker wires, security wires and convenience option wires. The grommet and sleeve must provide protection against elements common to the area in which it is installed. Any installed cabling mounted to the exterior of the vehicle, whether underneath or above, must be properly protected against exterior elements such as road debris (salt, sand, dirt, water, rocks, etc.) and must not be mounted (or hanging) below the chassis of the vehicle.

All Wires Properly Terminated

The trunk battery wires are terminated via custom hand made aluminum battery terminals. Mounting holes were drilled and tapped for use with machined button head security screws. The terminals were then polished for a nice cosmetic finish. The fuse terminals are properly terminated via a Stinger fused distribution block. There is no exposed conductors (copper) showing at any termination. All speaker terminals are protected with a heat shrink cover over the spring clip terminals. This car must score perfect on “all wires properly terminated.”

10.6 - ALL WIRES PROPERLY TERMINATED 1 to 5 points All connections of wires at terminations and both positive and negative terminals must be protected from potential shorting and corrosion. All wire conductors (copper, etc.) must be insulated and not exposed. All Terminations and Terminals must be accessible by the Judges; failure in this will result in a lower score being given. NOTE: “Properly Terminated” refers to how well a wire is inserted into a terminal on, or attached to, a piece of equipment. It does not refer to the type of terminal used by the competitor when making the connection, or to the manufacturer when building a piece of equipment. This means that no matter what type of terminal is used, there should not be any loose strands of bare wire or metal protruding (or visible) from the terminal or the connection that could potentially touch on (or be touched by) a conductive surface causing a short circuit and, that the terminal and where it connects is properly protected from corrosion.

Interior Wire Hidden From View

All interior wires are hidden from view. This installation will score the full five points for “interior wires hidden from view.”

10.7 - INTERIOR WIRES HIDDEN FROM VIEW 0 or 5 points Any wires in the passenger compartment that are not part of a visual display should be hidden from view while sitting upright in any seat of the vehicle or standing upright outside of the vehicle.

Wires Secured

EVERY WIRE was secured at an approximate five-inch interval, far exceeding IASCA’s rule. The next several photos show the various wires secured throughout the vehicle.

10.8 - WIRES SECURED 1 to 5 points All wires should be neatly tied down at regular intervals (maximum 8 inches apart) and routed in a neat and orderly fashion so as to prevent them from interfering with the mechanics of the location in which they are installed. Any type of tape or glue is an unacceptable means of securing wires in any area that is exposed to the elements.

Wires Secured10.8 - WIRES SECURED 1 to 5 points All wires should be neatly tied down at regular intervals (maximum 8 inches apart) and routed in a neat and orderly fashion so as to prevent them from interfering with the mechanics of the location in which they are installed. Any type of tape or glue is an unacceptable means of securing wires in any area that is exposed to the elements.








Installation IntegritySource

11.1 - SOURCE UNIT 1 to 10 points Maximum points are scored by those units that are secured in a fashion that they have no detectable movement when evaluated. The Judge will evaluate how well the source unit is physically mounted in the vehicle; they will check for sufficient support and the fit and finish of the source unit and accompanying panels. The entire dash panel assembly and surrounding trim must fit together precisely. Points can be deducted for any of the following: loose mounting brackets, gaps or improper fit of any major panels around the source unit mounting area. A source unit is defined as any piece of installed equipment that is capable of playing the official IASCA reference material available at an event, inclusive of indash CD/DVD/MP3 players, single/multi disc CD changers, onboard PC or video game console, iPods, MP3, ZUNE or similar players capable of playing the media.

The source unit bezel is a Metra 99-3010s aftermarket kit which includes upgraded soft touch climate controls with digital display. Upgraded hardware, machined nut rivets and security screws, were used to secure the deck. There is no detectable movement. The panels fit together precisely. There are no loose mounting brackets, and the fit is perfect and flawless. OEM mounting screws were upgraded to security screws.

Installation IntegritySource

11.1 - SOURCE UNIT 1 to 10 points Maximum points are scored by those units that are secured in a fashion that they have no detectable movement when evaluated. The Judge will evaluate how well the source unit is physically mounted in the vehicle; they will check for sufficient support and the fit and finish of the source unit and accompanying panels. The entire dash panel assembly and surrounding trim must fit together precisely. Points can be deducted for any of the following: loose mounting brackets, gaps or improper fit of any major panels around the source unit mounting area. A source unit is defined as any piece of installed equipment that is capable of playing the official IASCA reference material available at an event, inclusive of indash CD/DVD/MP3 players, single/multi disc CD changers, onboard PC or video game console, iPods, MP3, ZUNE or similar players capable of playing the media.

OEM mounting screws were upgraded to security screws.

There is no detectable movement. The panels fit together precisely. There are no loose mounting brackets, and the fit is perfect and flawless.

Amplifiers

The amplifiers are mounted to a rack that was welded together using ½ in raw steel tubing in a staggered stair-stepped arrangement, to conserve space, and as a creative installation element. The amplifiers have been solidly mounted (please test their rigidity in the installation) using machined security screws with threaded rivet nuts attached to the chassis. The amplifiers and fuses are easy to access and repair/replace, if necessary within the allotted MECA timeframe of 15 minutes. There is no detectable movement. The amplifier trim panels fit together precisely, and the amplifiers fit precisely within the trim panels. There are no loose mounting brackets, and the fit is perfect and flawless. Cooling is not inhibited; the amplifiers have never gone into thermal protection.

11.2 - AMPLIFIER/S 1 to 10 pointsAmplifier/s must be solidly mounted in areas that promote ease of access, proper cooling/ventilation, ease of fuse access, ease of servicing and mounting location. Points will be awarded for amplifier mounting architecture that promotes a safe and logical location, easy access to amp fuses and controls and proper amplifier cooling capabilities. Amplifiers mounted in areas which inhibit cooling, improperly secured to the vehicle, mounted in such a way that promotes difficulty in accessing fuses or controls or may create a safety hazard could have points deducted.

½ in raw steel tubing used for both MS8 and Amp mounting Cut steel ready for welding

Amplifiers

Amp and MS8 rack painted for anti corrosion. Threaded rivet nuts used for amplifier mounting.


Amplifiers11.2 - AMPLIFIER/S 1 to 10 pointsAmplifier/s must be solidly mounted in areas that promote ease of access, proper cooling/ventilation, ease of fuse access, ease of servicing and mounting location. Points will be awarded for amplifier mounting architecture that promotes a safe and logical location, easy access to amp fuses and controls and proper amplifier cooling capabilities. Amplifiers mounted in areas which inhibit cooling, improperly secured to the vehicle, mounted in such a way that promotes difficulty in accessing fuses or controls or may create a safety hazard could have points deducted.

Threaded rivet nuts used for amplifier mounting. Machined security screws with loctite used to mount amplifiers.

Amplifiers11.2 - AMPLIFIER/S 1 to 10 pointsAmplifier/s must be solidly mounted in areas that promote ease of access, proper cooling/ventilation, ease of fuse access, ease of servicing and mounting location. Points will be awarded for amplifier mounting architecture that promotes a safe and logical location, easy access to amp fuses and controls and proper amplifier cooling capabilities. Amplifiers mounted in areas which inhibit cooling, improperly secured to the vehicle, mounted in such a way that promotes difficulty in accessing fuses or controls or may create a safety hazard could have points deducted.

Amp trim panel formed in car.Prep for amp trim panel fabrication in car.

Amplifiers

Amp trim panel reinforced with fiberglass and resin.


Amp trim panel reinforced and trimmed.

Amplifiers

Trim panels skimmed with body filler for additional shaping Trim panels sanded and ready for final fit


Amplifiers

Amp trim panel in car ready for final molding. Amp trim panel in car for final fit.


Amplifiers

Finished Amp Trim Panel in car. Final pic of amps after paint.

10 points: Extensive consideration given to safety and security of the install. Tamper resistant screws used throughout install. Considerations given in being able to remove components without damaging install (t-nuts) To score a 10 must have proof that ALL equipment is mounted appropriately with the appropriate fasteners to earn all points.

11.3 - SPEAKERS 1 to 10 points Speakers must be mounted using methods and locations that promote component longevity, system reliability, safety and proper acoustical performance. In this section, Judges will evaluate the installation integrity of all speakers. The entire speaker system must be well secured to the respective mounting surfaces (the mounting surface may be a door panel, rear deck, speaker enclosure, etc.), exhibit reinforced surfaces or well executed enclosures, use the correct mounting hardware, be located in safe and logical locations of the vehicle, and use the proper speaker protection appropriate for the particular installation. Proper speaker protection will be determined using a 1” (25mm) diameter object; if the judge is able to pass that object through the speaker protection at any point, and touch the cone of the speaker, it will not be considered as properly protected. Points are to be awarded based upon all speakers being readily accessible by the Judge; if some speakers cannot be accessed, photographs of those speakers must be presented. The overall score will reflect the installation integrity of the speakers that are accessible and the photos presented.

SpeakersTweeters

The speaker installation obviously represents one of the show-pieces of the audio system. Beginning with door panel area, a L1v2 Hybrid Audio tweeter was installed by modifying the factory tweeter pod to accommodate the larger driver as well as allow us to match the angle of the mid range driver. The cut-out was performed using an air saw with fine-tooth blade. Once complete, an MDF ring was positioned and aligned using a custom fabricated laser jig. Once the final position was achieved, CA glue was used to hold the ring in position, then fiberglass reinforced body filler was used to secure the ring to the pod. Additional applications were applied to shape and contour the pod to the door for a perfect fit. Next, 8/32 nutserts were gorilla glued into place on the ring, allowing the use of machined security screws with loctite for easy serviceability and maintaining the integrity of the mount. The next several photos are of the tweeter’s installation only. We will pick up with the dash pod mid range installation next. The same matching single dye-lot vinyl was used to wrap the pod.

Tweeters

Factory tweeter pod before fabrication. MDF ring fitted to pod in door, ready for laser alignment.

SpeakersTweeters

Laser alignment using custom fabricated jig.Laser alignment point aimed to center of vehicle behind sunroof.

SpeakersTweeters

Fiberglass reinforced body filler applied to shape and contour the pod to the door for a perfect fit

Final fitment before wrapping single dye lot factory matching vinyl.

SpeakersTweeters

Pod wrapped in same dye lot matching color and grain vinyl.

Machined security screws with loctite for easy serviceability and maintaining the integrity of the mount


SpeakersMid Range

Next up are the dash pods, which were fabricated by attaching a waterproof panelboard base at the top of each side of the dash, and then using chop mat and resin, the outside shell was created. After additional reinforcement with resin and chop mat, a dual ring was constructed from MDF for the baffle and grill. The baffle was then attached to the base pod, laser aligned, and a combination of “starbucks” stir sticks, chop mat, and fiberglass resin was used to create the shape and angle. Then, additional reinforcement with a duraglass/resin mix to both the inside and outside of the pod to add strength to reduce unwanted resonances. An additional layer of soundproofing foam and bamboo filling for additional resonance control was also added. Next, 8/32 nutserts were gorilla glued into place on the ring, allowing the use of machined security screws with loctite for easy serviceability and maintaining the integrity of the mount. The same matching single dye-lot vinyl was used to wrap the pod.

SpeakersMid Range

Driver dash before mid range Prep for mid range dash pod.

SpeakersMid Range

Fiberglass dash pods removed and ready for trim and reinforcement Fiberglass dash pods removed and trimmed

SpeakersMid Range

Laser used to confirm position in custom jig. The red dot marks the spot

SpeakersMid Range

Reinforcement and grill parts ready for final fabrication stages. Grill and speaker rings ready for integration.

SpeakersMid Range

Grill rings routered.Reinforcement beams glued in and ready for chop mat and resin.

SpeakersMid Range

Dash pod trimmed and ready for body filler and shaping Dash pod shaped and ready for final seal

SpeakersMid Range

Additional reinforcement with a duraglass/resin mix to both the inside and outside of the pod to add strength to reduce unwanted resonances.

Additional reinforcement with a duraglass/resin mix to both the inside and outside of the pod to add strength to reduce unwanted resonances.

SpeakersMid Range

Final wrap in same dye-lot matching vinyl.Bamboo stuffing used for sound dampening purposes. By IASCA rule is considered an “exotic” material.

SpeakersMid Range

Mid range wires wrapped in techflex, heat shrink, numerically labeled for channel identification and color coded heatshrink identifies polarity. Final pic of dash pod installed with protective grill.

11.3 - SPEAKERS 1 to 10 points Speakers must be mounted using methods and locations that promote component longevity, system reliability, safety and proper acoustical performance. In this section, Judges will evaluate the installation integrity of all speakers. The entire speaker system must be well secured to the respective mounting surfaces (the mounting surface may be a door panel, rear deck, speaker enclosure, etc.), exhibit reinforced surfaces or well executed enclosures, use the correct mounting hardware, be located in safe and logical locations of the vehicle, and use the proper speaker protection appropriate for the particular installation. Proper speaker protection will be determined using a 1” (25mm) diameter object; if the judge is able to pass that object through the speaker protection at any point, and touch the cone of the speaker, it will not be considered as properly protected . Points are to be awarded based upon all speakers being readily accessible by the Judge; if some speakers cannot be accessed, photographs of those speakers must be presented. The overall score will reflect the installation integrity of the speakers that are accessible and the photos presented.

SpeakersMid Bass

Next up are the door mid bass drivers, which were fabricated by attaching multiple MDF rings, ( 2-3/4”+1-1/8”+1-1/4”), to match exactly the depth of the factory plastic speaker mount. Fiberglass resin was used to seal the MDF to prevent the swelling and inconsistency that can occur when not treated properly. Next, ¼ -20 nutserts were gorilla glued into place on the ring, allowing the use of machined security screws with loctite for easy serviceability and maintaining the integrity of the mount. The entire assembly was treated with roadkill and sound proofing foam then mounted to the door using rivet nuts and machined security screws with loctite. For additional acoustical performance and integrity, 4 additional mounting points were added to reinforce the mount. The factory plastic baffle used a mounting tab and ONLY 1 sheet metal screw. A foam gasket was applied to the back of the speaker frame and provides a tight seal to the baffle and an additional foam gasket on the top of the frame provides a seal to the inside of the door panel. An additional panel was fabricated from fiberglass to seal two service openings in the door sheet metal. 13 rivet nuts and machined security screws were used to anchor this piece to the door. Roadkill and foam was used to sound treat the panel. Factory door grills provide excellent protection as well as cosmetic integration. The factory Boston Acoustics badge was replaced with a Hybrid Audio Technology badge for an added creativity element and to show our loyalty to the brand.

SpeakersMid Bass

Speaker baffles are fabricated by attaching multiple MDF rings, ( 2-3/4”+1-1/8”+1-1/4”), to match exactly the depth of the factory plastic speaker mount. Fiberglass resin, then paint was used to seal the MDF to prevent the swelling and inconsistency that can occur when not treated properly.

Next, ¼ -20 nutserts were gorilla glued into place on the ring, allowing the use of machined security screws with loctite for easy serviceability and maintaining the integrity of the mount.

SpeakersMid Bass

Fiberglass resin was used before the paint, to seal the MDF to prevent the swelling and inconsistency that can occur when not treated properly.

Black automotive paint was used as a final seal to prevent the swelling and inconsistency that can occur when not treated properly.

SpeakersMid Bass

For additional acoustical performance and integrity, 4 additional mounting points were added to reinforce the mount. The factory plastic baffle used a plastic mounting tab and ONLY 1 sheet metal screw.

The two openings on the inner door skin were sealed with a custom fabricated fiberglass panel which was treated with roadkill, and foam, then secured to the door using 13 rivet nuts and security screws with Loctite. This element eliminated any unwanted resonances.

After the speaker baffle was mounted to the door, it was treated with roadkill and foam. The service access openings were covered with a custom fabricated fiberglass service panel which was treated with roadkill, and foam

SpeakersMid Bass

Final pic of fabricated fiberglass service panel which was treated with roadkill, and foam, then secured to the door using 13 rivet nuts and security screws with Loctite.

SpeakersMid Bass

A foam gasket was applied to the back of the speaker frame and provides a tight seal to the baffle. Wires are wrapped in techflex and color coded heat shrink, and numerically labeled for channel identification.

An additional foam gasket on the top of the frame provides a seal to the inside of the door panel replicating the OEM speaker.

SpeakersMid Bass

Factory door grills provide excellent protection as well as cosmetic integration. The factory Boston Acoustics badge was replaced with a Hybrid Audio Technology badge for an added creativity element and to show our loyalty to the brand.

Factory door grills provide excellent protection as well as cosmetic integration. The factory Boston Acoustics badge was replaced with a Hybrid Audio Technology badge for an added creativity element and to show our loyalty to the brand.


SpeakersSubwoofers

The next step in our speaker’s journey is to take a look at the creative 2 piece ported enclosure in the trunk. The Camaro has a very small trunk opening making it nearly impossible to build a high output ported enclosure and fit it into the vehicle through the trunk. The 2 piece design solves this obstacle. The enclosure uses 1/4 20 tee nuts to fasten the 2 pieces and a foam gasket prevents unwanted rattles and air leaks. Three Audio Xperts AJ 10” 4 ohm SVC subwoofers and is tuned @ 34hz to faithfully reproduce low extended bass. The subwoofers are attached to the enclosure using ¼-20 tee nuts attached to the back of the baffle. To prevent the tee nuts falling out during service, a ¼ in mdf ring glued and stapled to the back of the baffle keeps them in place. Machined security screws with loctite are used to mount the drivers. All wiring exits the base of the enclosure, protected techflex and black heat shrink. As an additional creativity element, the speaker baffle is painted orange to match SF Giants logo panel on the trunk side of the enclosure. A trim panel was fabricated and wrapped in the same dye-lot vinyl to match the interior and tweeter and mid-range pods. The factory 6x9 brackets were modified to hold the 2 4” aeroports and allows perfect alignment for the air to flow into the interior. The first several images are of the box design, and the remaining several photos are of the physical installation.

Subwoofers

The Camaro has a very small trunk opening making it nearly impossible to build a high output ported enclosure and fit it into the vehicle through the trunk. The 2 piece design solves this obstacle. The enclosure uses 1/4 20 tee nuts to fasten the 2 pieces and a foam gasket prevents unwanted rattles and air leaks.

Both pieces fastened together with tee nuts and ¼-20 bolts.

Subwoofers



Subwoofers

The subwoofers are attached to the enclosure using ¼-20 tee nuts attached to the back of the baffle. To prevent the tee nuts falling out during service, a ¼ in mdf ring glued and stapled to the back of the baffle keeps them in place.

Front of enclosure wrapped in carpet to prevent speaking when driving.

Subwoofers

Sub enclosure fitted to trunk Sub enclosure fitted to trunk

Subwoofers

As an additional creativity element, the speaker baffle is painted orange to match SF Giants logo panel on the trunk side of the enclosure.

A trim panel was fabricated and wrapped in the same dye-lot vinyl to match the interior and tweeter and mid-range pods.

Subwoofers

Factory 6x9 speaker

The factory 6x9 brackets were modified to hold the 2 4” aeroports and allows perfect alignment for the air to flow into the interior.

Subwoofers



Subwoofers

The factory 6x9 brackets were modified to hold the 2 4” aero ports and allows perfect alignment for the air to flow into the interior.

The factory 6x9 brackets were modified to hold the 2 4” aero ports and allows perfect alignment for the air to flow into the interior.

11.4 - OTHER DEVICES 0 to 10 points Maximum points are scored by those devices that are secured in a fashion that promote component longevity, system reliability, ease of fuse access and ease of replacement or servicing. In this section, Judges will evaluate the installation integrity of any audio system component not covered by a previous category. This includes pre-amps, equalizers, electronic and passive crossovers, DSP processors, center channel devices, surround sound processors, noise gates, bass reconstruction processors, line drivers, OEM Integration components and any other device through which the audio signal will pass once it leaves a source unit connected to the system, until it reaches the speaker. When multiple devices (as defined above) are present in one vehicle, the Judges will assign a score based on the least well-installed unit. In the case of multiple source units, the units not judged under the Source Unit Judging will be judged here.

Other DevicesProcessor

We have one “other device” in the vehicle. It is a JBL MS8 processor. The MS8 is mounted to a rack that was welded together using ½ in raw steel tubing in a staggered arrangement, to match the amplifiers, conserve space, and adds a nice creative installation element. The MS8 has been solidly mounted (please test it’s rigidity in the installation) using machined security screws with loctite and threaded rivet nuts attached to the chassis for ease of servicing. The MS8 and fuses are easy to access and repair/replace, if necessary within the allotted IASCA timeframe of 15 minutes. There is no detectable movement. The MS8 trim panels fit together precisely to the rest of the trunk, and the MS8 fits precisely within the trim panel. There are no loose mounting brackets, and the fit is perfect and flawless. The device was painted in the same color as the amplifiers, SF Giants logo trim panel, and subwoofer baffle for the ultimate in cosmetic integration. The MS8 display unit was mounted.

The processor was firmly mounted to a birch baffle at the back wall of the trunk. The next several images are of the fabrication, finish work, and physical installation.


The MS8 is mounted to a rack that was welded together using ½ in raw steel tubing in a staggered arrangement, to match the amplifiers, conserve space, and adds a nice creative installation element. The MS8 has been solidly mounted (please test it’s rigidity in the installation) using machined security screws with loctite and threaded rivet nuts attached to the chassis for ease of servicing.

½ in raw steel tubing used for both MS8 and Amp mounting Cut steel ready for welding


The MS8 is mounted to a rack that was welded together using ½ in raw steel tubing in a staggered arrangement, to match the amplifiers, conserve space, and adds a nice creative installation element. The MS8 has been solidly mounted (please test it’s rigidity in the installation) using machined security screws with loctite and threaded rivet nuts attached to the chassis for ease of servicing.

¼-20 Rivet nuts used to securely mount Cut steel ready for welding


Trim panels skimmed with body filler for additional shaping Trim panels sanded and ready for final fit

The MS8 trim panels fit together precisely to the rest of the trunk, and the MS8 fits precisely within the trim panel. There are no loose mounting brackets, and the fit is perfect and flawless.


MS8 trim panel in car for final molding. MS8 Trim Panel in car

The MS8 trim panels fit together precisely to the rest of the trunk, and the MS8 fits precisely within the trim panel. There are no loose mounting brackets, and the fit is perfect and flawless.

12 - Cosmetic Integration (35 Points Total available) In this section, Judges will evaluate how well the system components are cosmetically integrated into the vehicle and overall installation theme. Items for consideration are ease of operation, safety, as well as the fit and finish of the installation. There are two methods of cosmetic integration, STOCK and CUSTOM. Each method of cosmetic integration has the potential to score the same amount of points: 1. It is acceptable and often times desirable to combine methods of cosmetic integration. Example: Having a Stock interior which promotes added security, combined with a Custom trunk area that highlights that equipment mounted in that space and promotes the “show” aspect of the contest. 2. During their presentation, a competitor must inform the Judge what the design directive is (Stock or Custom) for each compartment of the vehicle (Engine, Passenger, Rear). Example: Interior is Stock, Rear Compartment is Custom. 3. A STOCK installation maintains the integrity of the vehicle’s interior with continuity. Color and texture are important. The highest points are awarded to the installation that creatively expands upon the factory look. The main motivating factor behind an installation in the STOCK method is to make it look the way the factory would do it, or better. 4. A CUSTOM installation is one that purposely highlights the installation and its components. Consistency in the methods of highlighting, color selection, blending and creative methods of integration, will be important points of concern. This type of installation lends itself to the outlandish, much in the way a street rod stretches the limit of an OEM factory vehicle. The main motivating factor behind an installation in the CUSTOM method is to make it stand out in the installation. 5. As this scoring section focuses on how well the system components are cosmetically integrated into the vehicle and the overall installation theme, scoring will be focused on how well this was done in the installation and not what method of installation it is. Stock and Custom installation methods will be scored on the same scale, with no preference of one method over another.

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3. A STOCK installation maintains the integrity of the vehicle’s interior with continuity. Color and texture are important. The highest points are awarded to the installation that creatively expands upon the factory look. The main motivating factor behind an installation in the STOCK method is to make it look the way the factory would do it, or better.

Cosmetic Integration – “Stock” SourceThe source unit is a flawless cosmetic match to the factory surroundings, and is by definition “stock.” The installation maintains the integrity of the vehicle‘s interior with continuity. Both color and textures have been matched flawlessly. The fascia and trim ring of the source unit matches that of the original radio

display. The source unit’s display and button lighting was changed to blue to match the instrument cluster. The Metra kit was originally color matched to the center console panels, however the trim in the steering wheel, air vents and instrument cluster are a brighter silver color, so we painted the kit, and console panels to match. The highest points should be awarded to this installation because the factory look has been creatively expanded-upon. A clear

cosmetic theme emerges quickly with the head unit installation, and sets the tone for the remainder of the installation.Much has been done to ensure that the head unit is perfectly cosmetically integrated, and therefore, I humbly request a score of 10 points in this category.

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Cosmetic Integration – “Custom” AmplifiersThe amplifiers perfectly compliment and highlight the custom theme offered in the trunk and are by definition “custom.” The

installation maintains consistency in highlighting, color selection, blending and creative methods of integration continuity with the MS8, logo trim panel, decklid roll call panel and subwoofer baffle. The amplifiers were wired carefully and all terminations

protected with techflex sleeve, and color coded heat shrink for polarity identification and cosmetic continuity even though they are not visible. The highest points should be awarded to this installation because a considerable amount of effort was put forth

to construct the amplifier rack in a fashion that allows it to stand out in the installation. Therefore, I humbly request a score of 10 points in this category.

4. A CUSTOM installation is one that purposely highlights the installation and its components. Consistency in the methods of highlighting, color selection, blending and creative methods of integration, will be important points of concern. This type of installation lends itself to the outlandish, much in the way a street rod stretches the limit of an OEM factory vehicle. The main motivating factor behind an installation in the CUSTOM method is to make it stand out in the installation.

Cosmetic Integration – “Stock” SpeakersLike the source unit, the speakers perfectly compliment the factory surroundings and the cosmetic theme. To begin, the mid bass drivers are located behind heavily sound treated factory door panels, for the ultimate in OEM integration and a perfect stock appearance. You can’t get any better than that! Mid bass

mounting rings were fabricated, treated with resin and expanded upon the OEM design by adding four additional mounting points that use security screws and nut rivets for ease of operation for serviceability. Replacing the OEM Boston Acoustics badge with a Hybrid Audio Technologies badge adds an additional creativity

element and expands upon the OEM design. Therefore, I humbly request a score of 10 points in this category.

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Cosmetic Integration – “Stock” SpeakersContinuing with door panel area, a L1v2 Hybrid Audio tweeter was installed by modifying and enhancing the OEM tweeter pod to accommodate the larger driver as well as allow us to match the angle of the mid range driver. An MDF ring was positioned and aligned using a custom fabricated laser jig. Once the

final position was achieved, fiberglass reinforced body filler was applied to shape and contour the pod to the door for a perfect OEM fit. Next, 8/32 nutserts were gorilla glued into place on the ring, allowing the use of machined security screws with loctite for easy serviceability and maintaining the

integrity of the mount. The same matching single dye-lot vinyl was used to wrap the pod. Therefore, I humbly request a score of 10 points in this category.



Cosmetic Integration – “Stock” SpeakersDash pods were fabricated to house the mid ranges. The pods were constructed of fiberglass and reinforced body filler and wrapped in the

same dye-lot vinyl. An additional layer of soundproofing foam and bamboo filling for additional resonance control was also added. 8/32 nutserts and security screws are used for ease of operation for serviceability. The same matching single dye-lot vinyl was used to wrap the

pod to match the OEM color and grain. Grills lock into place without visible screws to match the rest of the OEM grills in the car. Therefore, I humbly request a score of 10 points in this category.



Cosmetic Integration – “Custom” SubwoofersFinally, the subwoofers in the trunk were treated to the same custom integration as the rest of the trunk. This is where the stock theme ends and custom

theme begins. The trim behind the back seat is part of the interior, as such it’s wrapped in the same dye-lot vinyl to match the OEM color and texture. The subwoofer enclosure is technically in the trunk and by definition should carry the “custom theme, as such it’s baffle is painted to exactly match the amps, MS8, decklid insert and SF Giants logo panel. The same wiring cosmetics used in the amplifier and MS8 racks were attended to (matching black

techflex and color coded heat shrink terminations) for cosmetic consistency.Therefore, I humbly request a score of 10 points in this category.


Cosmetic IntegrationOther Devices

Cosmetic Integration – “Custom” Other DevicesThe MS8 processor perfectly compliments and highlights the custom theme offered in the trunk and is by definition “custom.” The installation maintains consistency in highlighting, color selection, blending and creative methods of integration continuity with the amplifiers, logo trim panel, decklid roll call

panel and subwoofer baffle. The MS8 is wired carefully and all terminations protected with techflex sleeve, numerically labeled for channel identification, and color coded heat shrink for polarity identification and cosmetic continuity even though the wiring is not visible.

The highest points should be awarded to this installation because a considerable amount of effort was put forth to construct the MS8 rack in a fashion that allows it to stand out in the installation.

Therefore, I humbly request a score of 10 points in this category.


Cosmetic Integration The highest points should be awarded to this installation because the factory look has been creatively expanded-upon in the

“stock” portion of the installation. The clear cosmetic theme that emerged with the head unit installation is carried to the speaker and port installation in form and function. A considerable amount of thought and work was entertained to create this install in a fashion that compliments the OEM theme inside the vehicle, while in the trunk we have demonstrated consistency in the methods of highlighting, color selection, blending and creative methods of integration resulting in a trunk area theme

that stands out in the installation and flows to the outside of the vehicle with the SF Giants floor matts and decals. Therefore, I humbly request a score of 10 points in this category.


Craftsmanship

13 - Craftsmanship (50 Points Total available)In this section, Judges will evaluate the quality of workmanship and elements of the installation that contribute to reliability, longevity, and durability of the audio/video system, as well as the overall fit and finish of the installation. The degree of difficulty involved with the various elements of an installation will be considered along with use of exotic materials, fasteners and/or installation techniques.

CRAFTSMANSHIP SECTIONS AND POINT TOTALS Wiring 1 to 10 points Source Unit 1 to 10 points Amplifier/s 1 to 10 points Speakers 1 to 10 points Other Devices 0 to 10 points

There is no better wiring at this event. All wiring in this installation – every piece of wire – was protected in techflex nylon mesh sleeve with color coded heat shrink tubing for polarity identification and numerically labeled for channel identification, are properly terminated using appropriate terminals and there is no exposed conductors (copper) showing at any termination. EVERY WIRE was secured at an approximate five-inch interval, far exceeding IASCA’s 8 inch rule. This might very well be the highest craftsmanship wiring installation at this event, so please award 10 points accordingly!

13 - Craftsmanship (50 Points Total available)In this section, Judges will evaluate the quality of workmanship and elements of the installation that contribute to reliability, longevity, and durability of the audio/video system, as well as the overall fit and finish of the installation. The degree of difficulty involved with the various elements of an installation will be considered along with use of exotic materials, fasteners and/or installation techniques. CRAFTSMANSHIP SECTIONS AND POINT TOTALS Wiring 1 to 10 points

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Source unit wiring was soldered, heat shrunk, taped so colors would not permeate through the techflex, wrapped in black techflex and heat shrink tubing. All unnecessary wiring from the JVC harness was removed to create more room in the radio cavity for all wiring and can bus modules.

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MS8 ground wire wrapped in techflex, heat shrink, and anti-corrosion treated.

MS8 power wire soldered, wrapped in techflex and color coded heat shrink.


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CraftsmanshipSource

As you can see, there is a CONSIDERABLE amount of work involved with the source unit modifications, bezel refininshing, integration with the factory steering wheel controls, digital volume control, coaxial digital cable modifications, not to mention illumination. This might very well be the highest craftsmanship source unit at this event, so please award 10 points accordingly!

13 - Craftsmanship (50 Points Total available)In this section, Judges will evaluate the quality of workmanship and elements of the installation that contribute to reliability, longevity, and durability of the audio/video system, as well as the overall fit and finish of the installation. The degree of difficulty involved with the various elements of an installation will be considered along with use of exotic materials, fasteners and/or installation techniques. CRAFTSMANSHIP SECTIONS AND POINT TOTALS Source 1 to 10 points

CraftsmanshipAmplifiers

As can be viewed in the amplifiers installation presentation provided previously, one can surely see the level of difficulty as well skill sets required to pull it off, welding, fiberglass, upholstery, involved in the amplifier installation and the craftsmanship afforded to the end product. The amplifiers were mounted to a welded ½ in raw steel tubing rack in a staggered stair-stepped arrangement, to conserve space, and painted to add to the custom theme and add a creative element. The amplifiers are easy to access and repair/replace, if necessary. Finally, the amplifier trim panels fit together precisely, and the amplifiers fit precisely within the trim panels. There are no loose mounting brackets, and the fit is perfect and flawless. A significant amount of work was entertained in the trunk amplifier installation. This might very well be the highest craftsmanship amplifier installation at this event, so please award 10 points accordingly!

13 - Craftsmanship (50 Points Total available)In this section, Judges will evaluate the quality of workmanship and elements of the installation that contribute to reliability, longevity, and durability of the audio/video system, as well as the overall fit and finish of the installation. The degree of difficulty involved with the various elements of an installation will be considered along with use of exotic materials, fasteners and/or installation techniques. CRAFTSMANSHIP SECTIONS AND POINT TOTALS Amplifiers 1 to 10 points

CraftsmanshipSpeakers

The speakers are one of the high points of this system. The integration to OEM surroundings, and required craftsmanship should be considered as some of the finest, if not the finest at this event. the door mid bass drivers, which were fabricated by attaching multiple MDF rings, ( 2-3/4”+1-1/8”+1-1/4”), to match exactly the depth of the factory plastic speaker mount. Fiberglass resin was used to seal the MDF to prevent the swelling and inconsistency that can occur when not treated properly. Next, ¼ -20 nutserts were gorilla glued into place on the ring, allowing the use of machined security screws with loctite for easy serviceability and maintaining the integrity of the mount The entire assembly was treated with roadkill and sound proofing foam then mounted to the door using rivet nuts and machined security screws with loctite. For additional acoustical performance and integrity, 4 additional mounting points were added to reinforce and enhance the OEM mount. The factory Boston Acoustics badge was replaced with a Hybrid Audio Technology badge for an added creativity element

13 - Craftsmanship (50 Points Total available)In this section, Judges will evaluate the quality of workmanship and elements of the installation that contribute to reliability, longevity, and durability of the audio/video system, as well as the overall fit and finish of the installation. The degree of difficulty involved with the various elements of an installation will be considered along with use of exotic materials, fasteners and/or installation techniques. CRAFTSMANSHIP SECTIONS AND POINT TOTALS Speakers 1 to 10 points


The L1v2 Hybrid Audio tweeters were installed by modifying the factory tweeter pod to accommodate the larger driver as well as allow us to match the angle of the mid range driver. MDF rings were positioned and aligned using a custom fabricated laser jig. Once in the final position, fiberglass reinforced body filler was used to secure the ring to the pod, shape and contour the pod to the door for a perfect fit. Nutserts and machined security screws are used for easy serviceability and maintaining the integrity of the mount and the same matching single dye-lot vinyl was used to wrap the pod and maintain the stock theme.


Finally, the speakers in the trunk are part of a subwoofer system that required significant craftsmanship. This isn’t an easy sealed box; it’s a 2 piece ported enclosure that required wall measurements and dimensions to be precise ensure proper tuning and operation as well as fit. The Camaro has a very small trunk opening making it nearly impossible to build a high output ported enclosure and fit it into the vehicle through the trunk. The subwoofers are attached to the enclosure using ¼-20 tee nuts attached to the back of the baffle. To prevent the tee nuts falling out during service, a ¼ in mdf ring glued and stapled to the back of the baffle keeps them in place, an unseen feature that demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and craftsmanship. As an additional creativity element, the speaker baffle is painted orange to match the custom theme in the trunk. The factory 6x9 speaker brackets were creatively modified to hold the 2 4” aero ports and allows perfect alignment for the air to flow into the interior. The enclosure is likely the most unique and most difficult to accomplish at this event. This type of tolerance and detail is unheard of in car audio today, and rightfully needs to be rewarded with a perfect score in craftsmanship.



CraftsmanshipOther Devices

As can be viewed in the MS8 installation presentation provided previously, one can surely see the level of difficulty as well skill sets required to pull it off, welding, fiberglass, upholstery, involved in the MS8 installation and the craftsmanship afforded to the end product. The MS8 has been solidly mounted using machined security screws with threaded rivet nuts attached to the chassis for ease of servicing. The MS8 trim panels fit together precisely to the rest of the trunk, and the MS8 fits precisely within the trim panel. The MS8 is wired carefully and all terminations protected with techflex sleeve, numerically labeled for channel identification, and color coded heat shrink for polarity identification and cosmetic continuity even though the wiring is not visible. This type of tolerance and detail is unheard of in car audio today, and rightfully needs to be rewarded with a perfect score in craftsmanship.


Creative Elements14 - Creative Elements (90 pionts available based on Class) The concept of the Creative Elements scoring section is to reward those competitors for the “creative elements” within their installation that take it to the next level and raise the standard of installation in our industry. Creative Elements points are designed to reward the competitor for going “over and above” a standard installation in a vehicle, using different items or techniques in the build, design and installation of the audio/video system. They are items or techniques within the design, build or installation of the audio/video system that contribute to the system’s performance, safety, cosmetics or serviceability. They are items that may also highlight the equipment, installation, design or build of the system in the vehicle. In this section, points are awarded not only for the item or technique, but also to the installer for their ingenuity and “thinking outside the box”, attempting to raise the standards of installation quality. These items or techniques do not necessarily have to be unique, or uniquely creative or innovative in nature, to earn points; they may be items or techniques that have been “done before” and still earn points based on their level of ingenuity, difficulty, integration and craftsmanship. All items or techniques to be considered for Creative Elements points should be presented to the IQC judge by the competitor in the form of a written list. Judges will also look for Creative Elements within the installation as they perform the evaluation and will award points for items that they see, whether there is a list or not. However, it is in the competitor’s best interest to present a list, as the judge may not be aware of all the intricate details of the installation. If a competitor chooses not to present a list to the judge, the judge will evaluate only the items they consider to meet the criteria. It’s likely that a competitor will not score as many Creative Elements points without a list, as the judges will not be as familiar with the installation as the competitor is. Photos are not required with the list; however photos of the Creative Elements to be considered could be included within the competitor photo log or in a separate section of the photo log book, for review by the judge if necessary. Each item or technique will be scored on a 6 point scale per item, based on the factors listed below. Points are calculated in two areas: The level of ingenuity, uniqueness, creativity or innovation (0 to 3 points) The level of difficulty to accomplish and execute (0 to 3 points)

The following photos show in more detail the design process, sound treatment detail, fabrication techniques and materials during the course of this build.

Please do not hesitate to ask any questions you may have on this installation. I am the designer of this system and performed installation work, and tuning along with team members Francisco Valenzuela and Scott Welch.

Creative Elements

IASCA logo and vendor roll call on display in vehicle’s fenders matches matte black vinyl used in the vehicles striping. This element contributes to the system‘s cosmetics.

This power point photo logo book took a considerable amount of time to assemble (139 pages), and likewise took an incredible amount of time and resources to photo-document. While this is a philosophical creative element, the car’s documentation is complete and deserving of recognition of creative element points.

Creative Elements

A custom aluminum bracket was fabricated and painted to match the OEM battery hold down bracket. This element contribute to the system‘s performance, and safety

A Fluke DVM with oscilloscope to set levels using the Autosound 2000 test cd -10db overlap tracks with no clipping and matched voltage. This element contribute to the system‘s performance, and safety

Creative Elements

Viper VSM 250 allows for GPS tracking of vehicle and battery voltage monitoring worlwide. This element contribute to the system‘s performance, and safety

Spare tire area carpeted adds attention to detail in unseen area. This element contributes to the system‘s safety, cosmetics, and serviceability.

Custom aluminum battery terminals were fabricated, polished, and custom covers were built to identify polarity and protect battery connection. This element contributes to the system‘s safety, cosmetics, and serviceability.

Anti-corrosive used on all chassis ground connections. This element contributes to the system‘s safety, reliability, and serviceability

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All lighting molexed crimped connections are backed up with solder. These techniques contribute to the system‘s safety and performance.

All wiring connections numerically labled and color coded heatshrink used to identify positive and negative connections. This element contributes to the system‘s safety, cosmetics, and serviceability.

Creative Elements

Use of metal fabrication in amp and processor mounting. This element contributes to the system‘s safety, cosmetics, and serviceability.

Creative Elements

All trunk panels aligned perfectly to each other, maintaining consistent seams throughout. This element contributes to the system‘s cosmetics.

Creative Elements

Rivet nuts with machined 1/4-20 bolts using loctite for connection integrity. This element contributes to the system‘s safety, performance, and serviceability.

Unique 2 piece enclosure allows for maximum airspace for subs. This element contribute to the system‘s performance.

Creative Elements

Tee nuts with machined 1/4-20 bolts using loctite for connection integrity. Additional ring used to insure stability of tee-nuts to back of enclosure baffle. This element contributes to the system‘s safety, performance, and serviceability.

Front of enclosure wrapped in carpet to prevent speaking when driving.

Creative Elements

The Metra kit was originally color matched to the center console panels, however the trim in the steering wheel, air vents and instrument cluster are a brighter silver color, so we painted the kit, and console panels to match. The highest points

should be awarded to this installation because the factory look has been creatively expanded-upon. This element contributes to the system‘s cosmetics.

Creative Elements

Original 6x9 speaker mounts modified to house enclosure ports, maintaining the no metal cutting theme. This element contributes to the system‘s peformance, cosmetics, and serviceability.

Sub woofer baffle painted to match outside of car and other components in the trunk maintaing the custom theme. This contributes to the system‘s servicability and cosmetics.

Creative Elements

Custom rear seat trim panel finishes area behind rear seat. This element contributes to the system‘s cosmetics.

Threaded rivet nuts used for amplifier and processor mounting. This element contributes to the system‘s safety, cosmetics, and serviceability.

Creative Elements

Amplifiers painted to match vehicle body color and contributes to the “custom” theme to trunk area. This element contributes to the system’s cosmetics.

MS8 painted to match vehicle body color and contributes to the “custom” theme to trunk area. JBL logo was left unpainted to match amp logo badges. This element contributes to the system’s cosmetics.

Creative Elements

Factory tweeter pod modified to accommodate larger tweeter, wrapped in same dye-lot vinyl to match factory texture and color. This element contributes to the system’s cosmetics and performance.

Midrange and tweeter laser-aiming was critical to get a uniformed look for the front stage. A custom jig was fabricated for both drivers. While tuning was important also, the aiming of the speakers was crucial to contribute to the system’s cosmetics.

Creative Elements

Intricate component parts were built to fabricate the mid range dash pods using fiberglass, reinforced body filler and wrapped in the same dye-lot vinyl. 8/32 nutserts and security screws were used as well. These elements contribute to the system’s performance, cosmetics, and serviceability..

Soundproofing foam and bamboo stuffing was use to dampen the mid range driver by increasing surface absorption of the back wave. This technique contributes to the system‘s performance.

Creative Elements

Speaker baffles are fabricated by attaching multiple MDF rings, ( 2-3/4”+1-1/8”+1-1/4”), to match exactly the depth of the factory plastic speaker mount. Fiberglass resin was used to seal the MDF to prevent the swelling and inconsistency that can occur when not treated properly, thereby contributing to the system’s performance

Next, ¼ -20 nutserts were gorilla glued into place on the ring, allowing the use of machined security screws with loctite thereby contributing to the system’s performance and serviceability.

Creative Elements

Incorporation of a Hybrid Audio badge on the original door speaker grill to cover factory Boton Acoustics badge, in an effort to contribute to the system‘s cosmetics.

Extensive sound treatment was performed on this vehicle to lay a perfect foundation and sets the tone for the remainder of the installation. This elements contributes to the system’s performance and reliability. The following slides show the entire process.

Sound Treatment

Outside door panel skin with Roadkill Door with inside skin treated with Roadkill

Sound Treatment

Door panel with Stinger Roadkill Stealth Factory door panel with no treatment

Sound Treatment

A very unique technique that uses sand inside the rear spoiler for sound deadening and vibration control. This element contributes to the system’s performance and should be awarded points as such.

Door panel with added layer of 1/8” soundproofing foam

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Factory battery and spare tire area Trunk area before sound treatment

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Spare tire area with Roadkill Stealth sound treatment. Trunk with Roadkill sound treatment

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Rear trunk area before sound treatment. Driver side rear seat area before sound treatment.

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Passenger side trunk area Driver side trunk area

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Driver side rear seat area with Roadkill Passenger side rear seat area with Roadkill

Sound Treatment

Reassembly of treated headliner with special care taken by using gloves to protect factory headliner. This element contributes to the system’s cosmetics.

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Driver floorpan with Roadkill Front roof area before Roadkill

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Rear deck area with Roadkill Front floorpan with Roadkill

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Rear roof area with Roadkill Rear roof area with Roadkill

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Factory rear deck Ready for sound treatment

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Front roof area with Roadkill Rear area with Roadkill

Sound Treatment

First layer of Stinger Roadkill Stealth Ready for 2nd layer of foam soundtreatment

Sound Treatment

¼ in Soundproofing foam applied to rear deck Soundproofing foam trimmed and ready for re-assembly

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Factory Kick Panels Roadkill Stealth treated Kick Panels


Soundproofing foam treated Kick Panels


Headliner with Roadkill Stealth Headliner without any sound treatment


Headliner with Roadkill Stealth and Soundproofing foam Headliner with Roadkill Stealth and Soundproofing foam


Stock C-Pillar C-Pillar with Roadkill Stealth


Stock rear C-pillar Rear C-pillar with Roadkill Stealth and foam


Stock rear seat side panel Roadkill Stealth treated rear seat side panel


Soundproofing foam treated rear seat side panel Soundproofing foam treated rear seat side panel

Creative ElementsCustom Tool Holder

A very unique and creative custom holder was fabricated, using many intricate parts, for the Snap On ratcheting driver and necessary bits for system maintenance. A very high level of detail was used for this piece, with special attention paid to the back side of the piece. Please inspect this first hand so you may appreciate it’s attention to detail. This element contributes to the system’s serviceability and cosmetics and deserves maximum points for it’s execution. The following slides will detail the entire fabrication process.

Fiberglass base fitted into spare tire. Hole drilled for spare tire hold down.

Custom Tool Holder

Multiple layers of high density foam used for fitting Template drawn on top foam piece

Custom Tool Holder

Openings carefully cut out with olfa knife Multi layers glued together

Custom Tool HolderFactory tire hold down modified to fit tool tray and still hold down tire Socket welded to factory hold down

Custom Tool Holder

Modified hold down piece lubricated Modified hold down piece attached to bottom of tool kit

Custom Tool Holder

Additional lubrication added to bottom of tool traySnap on driver with ¼” drive attached tightens down spare tire

Custom Tool Holder

Tolls fitted and ready for 2 stage suede Base bottom painted black

Custom Tool Holder

Tool kit ready for suede First stage is wrap interior of tool holders in suede

Custom Tool Holder

Interior wrapped and ready for 2nd stage Second stage is wrap top of tool holder in suede

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Tool holder wrapped in suede Tool holder/tire hold down installed

Creative ElementsGiants Logo Fabrication

To honor Ryan’s favorite baseball team and create a theme for this build, a SF Giants logo was incorporated into the trunk to highlight the custom look and extend the theme into the vehicle. Extensive fabrication using many intricate component parts and fasteners were used to create this piece. This element contributes to the system’s serviceability, cosmetics and overall theme and deserves maximum points for it’s execution. The following slides will detail the entire fabrication process.

Creative ElementsGiants Logo Fabrication

Magnetic fasteners used to secure logo panel to base panel Finished panel

Giants Logo Fabrication

Outline in base panel Acrylic glass panel


Base panel prepped for moulding Base panel wrapped in suede after moulding


Base panel wrapped in suede Back of base panel with opening for lighting wire


L.E.D’s mounted in acrylic panel Light wiring molexed, soldered, wrapped, and heatshrunk

Creative Elements Trunk Panel Fabrication

To maintain the use of the spare tire and jack, the floor had to be raised and a new cover fabricated to flow with the custom theme in the trunk. Fabrication of all trunk panels of MDF and fiberglass to contribute to the system’s overall custom theme and cosmetics. The following slides will detail the entire fabrication process.

Creative Elements Trunk Panel Fabrication

To maintain the use of the spare tire and jack, the floor had to be raised and a new cover fabricated to flow with the custom theme in the trunk. This also required modification of the only stock trunk panel in the vehicle. Below details the modification process and subsequent finish process. Fabrication of all trunk panels contribute to the system’s overall custom theme and cosmetics. The following slides further detail the entire fabrication process.

Trunk Panel Fabrication

Modifies rear trunk panel wrapped in suede Back view of rear trunk panel


Floor panels ready for suede Wrapped in suede


Wrapped in suedeSpare tire cover wrapped in suede with added handle for easy removal


Close-up of handle Rear of spare tire cover painted for extra detail

Creative Elements Deck lid Cover Fabrication

A custom roll call panel in the decklid was fabricated to add an additional detail element and pay tribute to the companies that helped us with this build. An additional opportunity to apply sound treatment was also considered for this section. This element contributes to the system’s cosmetics, performance and custom theme. The following slides will detail the entire fabrication process.

Deck lid Cover Fabrication

Decklid treated with Roadkill stealth Factory decklid panel with fabrication

Deck lid Cover FabricationFactory decklid panel with additional fiberglass reinforcement Factory decklid fiberglassed and trimmed


Factory decklid panel with duraglass/resin seal Fastening clips on rear of panel


Factory decklid panel sanded and ready for suede Panel glued and ready for suede


Panel sueded and ready for trimming Decklid panel trimmed and ready for acrylic

Creative Elements Photo Log Book

This photo log book took a considerable amount of time to assemble (158 pages), and likewise took an incredible amount of time and resources to photo-document. You will not find a more comprehensive photo log book on any vehicle in this class. While this is a philosophical creative element, the car’s documentation is complete and deserving of recognition of creative element points.

Automotive

Iasca presentation Pro/Am Camaro