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Reply #60 – May 28, 2012, 06:43:52 AM

Quote from: 1Bad88tbird;390925

I like the T-Bird emblem in it!

Thanks, that was Matt's suggestion! He'll work with people on fonts, colors and design.

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Reply #61 – May 28, 2012, 06:59:11 AM

Quote from: 1986Élan;390929

did it cost approximately 200$ like panther said in the vendors section?
if so its really unexpensive for that kind of work
sorry if u think my question is unapropriate
thanx alot

Don't think Matt wants to keep it secret! That first post in the Vendors sections is a little dated. The price point was $220 and included the design work (which he'll supply as a separate item), gauge faces, wiring and inverter.

Matt does all the graphics and then works with a supplier who manufactures the indiglow and gauge face. He'll then inspect the pieces for quality and test everything prior to shipping.

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Reply #62 – May 28, 2012, 07:26:50 AM

thanx 86T-Bird
another question i have is about the brightness
is it brighter or similar
im aksing because i would like to do this with the tachometer but i would use a 140mph speedo i already have so i wondered if there would be a big contrast
do you think the stock gauges are already indiglo?
a pic in the dard would be really apreciated

by the way ur bird is sublime keep up the dream alive

seb

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Reply #63 – May 28, 2012, 01:31:51 PM

Quote from: 1986Élan;390943

thanks 86T-Bird
another question i have is about the brightness
is it brighter or similar
I'm asking because i would like to do this with the tachometer but i would use a 140mph speedo i already have so i wondered if there would be a big contrast
do you think the stock gages are already indiglo?
a pic in the dark would be really appreciated

by the way ur bird is sublime keep up the dream alive

seb

Thanks Seb, I keep working on tweaking it every year!

The brightness appears to be the same, however without a direct comparison between the original and indiglow, it's tough to tell if there is a difference.

The stock gauges are not indiglo. The gauge faces are adheared to green plastic discs with incadecent bulbs behind the discs. The bulbs shine through the disc, creating the green effect.

Indiglow is also a green disc, but the disc itself illuminates.

Should they have a different level of brightness between OEM and indiglow, it may be possible to add a rheostat/potentiometer to tweak it to be in line with the other gauges. Matt may be able to provide more information there.

If you choose to minimize the number of gauge faces you do, I'd suggest doing the tach and speedo. There is enough difference between the OEM faces and the indiglow for it to be noticeable (though less of an issue for the 4 small gauges).

I can't speak for Matt on pricing, but I suspect the price point for one gauge may not be significantly different than a set!

Here are pics Matt sent of the check out, as reference to they look like when powered. Keep in mind the brightness is controled by the dash switch, which was not yet in the circuit.

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Reply #64 – May 28, 2012, 03:39:32 PM

That. is. awesome.

My goal is to have something pretty close to that, only with a white or possible gray face, red indiglo, and of course the Thunderbird emblem is killer.

Sorta gives me a stiffy....if I had that in front of me during the day, the wife would get jealous... lol

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Reply #65 – May 28, 2012, 05:51:59 PM

Its a shame your car won't make it to Power Tour...it is a great representation of what our cars are capable of becoming with a lot of determination and hard work! I thought your blue bird was impressive last year when I checked it out but it has improved vastly with these latest additions.

I can tell you have an eye for quality workmanship. It really shows in everything you've added to the car. Those guages are insane!!

Hopefully I will see you guys in a few days on the Tour.

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Reply #66 – May 28, 2012, 09:53:45 PM

The gauges look incredable lit up! Wow! I really like them!!

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Reply #67 – May 29, 2012, 10:58:25 AM

Quote from: ThunderbirdSport302;390973

That. is. awesome.

My goal is to have something pretty close to that, only with a white or possible gray face, red indiglo, and of course the Thunderbird emblem is killer.

Sorta gives me a stiffy....if I had that in front of me during the day, the wife would get jealous... lol

Now that's too funny! I'm pretty happy with them but can't say I've had quite the same physical response!

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Reply #68 – May 29, 2012, 11:09:18 AM

Quote from: 50tbrd88;390983

Its a shame your car won't make it to Power Tour...it is a great representation of what our cars are capable of becoming with a lot of determination and hard work! I thought your blue bird was impressive last year when I checked it out but it has improved vastly with these latest additions.

I can tell you have an eye for quality workmanship. It really shows in everything you've added to the car. Those guages are insane!!

Hopefully I will see you guys in a few days on the Tour.

Chirs, thanks for the kind comments! You've done a few nice updates this year as well!

I am looking forward to the trip this weekend! I've got to get some logistics worked out for hooking up with people at the Proving Grounds. I have your phone number from last year, so we'll be able coordinate getting together in Muskegon.

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Reply #69 – May 29, 2012, 11:10:28 AM

I just seen this thread for the first time, not sure how I missed it.. Looking good, I'm upto speed now cant wait to see more!

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Reply #70 – May 29, 2012, 11:12:13 AM

Quote from: 1Bad88tbird;391002

The gauges look incredable lit up! Wow! I really like them!!

Thanks! I have to give all the credit to Matt. He made it pretty seamless.

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Reply #71 – May 29, 2012, 01:33:43 PM

Quote from: 86T-bird;391030

I have your phone number from last year, so we'll be able coordinate getting together in Muskegon.

I smashed my old phone and lost a ton of numbers so definately feel free to call.

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Reply #72 – May 30, 2012, 03:59:07 PM

Quote from: 86T-bird;386045

Here are shots of the cylinder heads.

They are Canfields 192's CNC ported, including the combustion chambers.

Flow maxes out at 305 CFM on the intake and 230 CFM on the exhaust at .700.

I just re-read this post and realized that the Edelbrock heads I have flow 250 CFM on the intake/175 on the exhaust at .500 lift. The heads you have are insane, but just right for the blower :D. And I think my car is fast :hick: You make me want a blower, so I can split my block in half.

You're T-bird is awesome. I love the way it's turning out.

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Reply #73 – May 30, 2012, 05:41:18 PM

Quote from: thunderjet302;391109

You make me want a blower, so I can split my block in half.

Careful of what you wish for! The drawback on going S/C'd is the expense for the supporting systems and time to sort them out. My journey began with an "OOPS" on an ebay bid (I was certain someone would beat my bid!).

Quote from: thunderjet302;391109

And I think my car is fast :hick: .

It sounds like you have a great combination now! The new heads sound like they were the final piece to bring it together.

Quote from: thunderjet302;391109

I just re-read this post and realized that the Edelbrock heads I have flow 250 CFM on the intake/175 on the exhaust at .500 lift.

Sometimes a comparison can be a little startling! A well ported intake on stock head will flow 230. The goal with the big head it to minimize boost pressure, while increasing power.

Quote from: thunderjet302;391109

You're T-bird is awesome. I love the way it's turning out.

Thanks for compliment! I'm feeling like I'm choking a bit by eating the elephant all in one bite. It's coming along. My next dead line is first week of July!

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Reply #74 – May 31, 2012, 08:57:42 PM

Any guess as to how much power it should put out at the flywheel? I'm guessing 550+?