The 11/42" MDF was chamfered to allow for the six layers of fiberglass that would be built up on the edge. | 
To create the framework for the gauge pod, 11/44" MDF templates were cut. | 
The strips were routed on the inside to allow for gauge clearance and wiring. |
The complete gauge pod with 11/44" steel bracing and all of the MDF framework was glued into place and ready for molding. | 
Green foam was cut and glued into place and carved into shape between the MDF ribs. | 
Here's a picture of the entire console/gauge pod with the foam glued in place. |
A layer of fiberglass mat and resin was applied to the entire mold. | 
The fiberglass was allowed to cure for seven days and the high spots were ground down in preparation for body filler. | 
Several even coats of Rage Gold body filler were applied to the entire mold. |
The body filler, shown here, was sanded until smooth. | 
The complete, sanded mold was placed in the car for a mock-up with all of the gauges, displays and wires test-fit in their proper position. | 
A stand was built out of steel and wood to hold the gauge pod securely so that it could be painted on all sides uniformly. |
Three coats of high-built 2K primer were sprayed on the mold, while a space heater assisted in the curing process. | 
The primer was wet-sanded and prepped for paint. | 
The mold was sprayed with 10 coats of Xotic basecoat to create the custom silver flake. |
Ocean Paradise blue-green candy paint was applied over the custom silver flake and clearcoated with the final finish. | 
The finished gauge pod. | |