 The 11/42" MDF was chamfered...  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...  To create the framework for the gauge pod, 11/44" MDF templates were cut. |  The strips were routed on...  The strips were routed on the inside to allow for gauge clearance and wiring. |
 The complete gauge pod with...  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...  Green foam was cut and glued into place and carved into shape between the MDF ribs. |  Here's a picture of the entire...  Here's a picture of the entire console/gauge pod with the foam glued in place. |
 A layer of fiberglass mat...  A layer of fiberglass mat and resin was applied to the entire mold. |  The fiberglass was allowed...  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...  Several even coats of Rage Gold body filler were applied to the entire mold. |
 The body filler, shown here,...  The body filler, shown here, was sanded until smooth. |  The complete, sanded mold...  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...  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...  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...  The primer was wet-sanded and prepped for paint. |  The mold was sprayed with...  The mold was sprayed with 10 coats of Xotic basecoat to create the custom silver flake. |
 Ocean Paradise blue-green...  Ocean Paradise blue-green candy paint was applied over the custom silver flake and clearcoated with the final finish. | 
The finished gauge pod. | |