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Tecca · 08-03-2009, 10:57 PM

As featured on homepage.

Hey guys, well I was one that was bummed about the ABL not being on the dash.

However been doing some research and got my order in today and did a quick mockup.

NOTE: This is not a finished representation of what it is going to look like, I am screwing around with different size lighting, colors and the proper way to hard wire it and run all the wiring. Currently this is run off of the lighter plugin and looks like only two very small holes will be drilled "out of sight so you will not see it")

Once I figure out the easiest way and right size lighting I will give out all the information. I do not want to say use this particular brand, color, or size and make it look like crap. My big thing with all my mods is I want them to look like they came from the factory and not some riged contraption.

On a side note this will be a very inexpensive mod!

Anyway here are some teaser pics, I hope you like!!!!!

FI4T0MCAT · 08-03-2009, 11:00 PM

sweet man, let us know when you get it figured out.

JewelZ · 08-03-2009, 11:01 PM

awsum, keep us informed, and make sure it won't void your warranty in any way!

Supermans · 08-03-2009, 11:04 PM

What would be cool if the ambient lighting was inside the panel making the whole thing glow instead of it just being a line..

PolishMike · 08-03-2009, 11:05 PM

What are you using to light it? LEDs or fiber? There is nothing behind that panel from the factory right? There is a space for the light to go through on the stock trim piece, right?

Quote:

Originally Posted by JewelZ

awsum, keep us informed, and make sure it won't void your warranty in any way!

What is it with people and warranty? If you want to 100% keep your warranty then DON'T MODIFY YOUR CAR!!!!!!!!

*GTAHVIT* · 08-03-2009, 11:07 PM

Awesome.

Can't wait to see the finished project.

Camaro Lives On · 08-03-2009, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Teccboxx

Hey guys, well I was one that was bummed about the ABL not being on the dash.

However been doing some research and got my order in today and did a quick mockup.

NOTE: This is not a finished representation of what it is going to look like, I am screwing around with different size lighting, colors and the proper way to hard wire it and run all the wiring. Currently this is run off of the lighter plugin and looks like only two very small holes will be drilled "out of sight so you will not see it")

Once I figure out the easiest way and right size lighting I will give out all the information. I do not want to say use this particular brand, color, or size and make it look like crap. My big thing with all my mods is I want them to look like they came from the factory and not some riged contraption.

On a side note this will be a very inexpensive mod!

Anyway here are some teaser pics, I hope you like!!!!!

Impressive!

I'm really liking the way thats starting to look. Definately keep us informed.

GMtothecore · 08-03-2009, 11:13 PM

Sweet...

third1 · 08-03-2009, 11:26 PM

I will be working on the IO dash, looks good ,let us know what you used.

Rikarus · 08-04-2009, 08:11 AM

nice!

Ghost Rider · 08-04-2009, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Supermans

What would be cool if the ambient lighting was inside the panel making the whole thing glow instead of it just being a line..

That might be a little bit too bright at night.

Dr Jkel · 08-04-2009, 08:41 AM

Looks Awesome

tjd24 · 08-04-2009, 08:47 AM

Teccboxx - you are the "Monarch of Modifications" - once again you're blazing new trails - this time blazed in ABL...

Looking forward to seeing and having the instructions for the finished dash ABL.

CamaroSkooter · 08-04-2009, 09:08 AM

I seem to recall someone stating that near or above the fusebox is a plug that looks to be where ABL would have been plugged into had the engineers gotten it figured out in time.

Have you tried using that for the power source rather than doing any drilling?

Look very nice

08-03-2009, 10:57 PM	#1
Tecca . Drives: ... Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,380	DIY: Here it is Dashboard ambient lighting ABL As featured on homepage. Hey guys, well I was one that was bummed about the ABL not being on the dash. However been doing some research and got my order in today and did a quick mockup. NOTE: This is not a finished representation of what it is going to look like, I am screwing around with different size lighting, colors and the proper way to hard wire it and run all the wiring. Currently this is run off of the lighter plugin and looks like only two very small holes will be drilled "out of sight so you will not see it") Once I figure out the easiest way and right size lighting I will give out all the information. I do not want to say use this particular brand, color, or size and make it look like crap. My big thing with all my mods is I want them to look like they came from the factory and not some riged contraption. On a side note this will be a very inexpensive mod! Anyway here are some teaser pics, I hope you like!!!!!

08-03-2009, 11:00 PM	#2
FI4T0MCAT Drives: 1969 SS Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Fayetteville NC Posts: 465	sweet man, let us know when you get it figured out. __________________

08-03-2009, 11:01 PM	#3
JewelZ Just Lovin' My Camaro! Drives: CGM 2LT/RS/AUTO Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: san antonio, tx Posts: 1,325	awsum, keep us informed, and make sure it won't void your warranty in any way! __________________ CGM( GRAY 2 tone interior ) 2LT/RS/AUTO NJHKKM $29,965.00 1EH37 1100 03/28/2009 AFF, B34, DCP, FE9, GBV, LLT, MX0, SGC, UQA, WRS, 2LT 50 YEARS FROM NOW, DON'T YOU WANNA BE ABLE TO LOOK BACK AND SAY YOU HAD THE GUTS TO GET INTO THE CAR!?!? ORDER STATUS : 6000 as of 08.18.2009. VIN# 33,985!!! His name is 'GOLIATH'!!! GOT MY CAR!!!! AND I LOVE IT!!!!

08-03-2009, 11:04 PM	#4
Supermans Camaro & Stang Enthusiast Drives: 2011 Mustang 5.0 in Kona Blue Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 4,752 View My Garage	What would be cool if the ambient lighting was inside the panel making the whole thing glow instead of it just being a line.. __________________ Bought my Camaro from Eric Hall(817) 421-7266

08-03-2009, 11:07 PM	#6
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	Awesome. Can't wait to see the finished project. __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

08-03-2009, 11:13 PM	#8
GMtothecore "That Guy" Drives: Camaro SS...........what else? Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: OOOOOOOklahoma where the wind comes sweepin' down the plains. Posts: 2,360	Sweet... __________________

08-03-2009, 11:26 PM	#9
third1 speed freak Drives: 2015i Cadillac Escalade,10 IOM 2ss Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Neenah Wi Posts: 1,143 View My Garage	I will be working on the IO dash, looks good ,let us know what you used. __________________ Current:2015i Cadilac Escalade,2016 Lexus RC350,2011 CVO StreetGlide cammed,tuned & loud. 2010 IMO/IO,custom stripes,GFX,sunrf,solo exhaust,JBA shorties,rotofab,Jannetty tune,Pfadt,JLw6 Audison&Hertz,7/4/09 2GIFKIEJ6A9123779Del 7/10/09 Former Camaros 72 LT1 Z28, 86 z28 [SIGPIC]

08-04-2009, 08:11 AM	#10
Rikarus I can't tpye! Drives: 2010 RS/SS Victory Red Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Denver Posts: 580 View My Garage	nice!

08-04-2009, 08:41 AM	#12
Dr Jkel and MR. HYDE Drives: 2010 2SS RJT/BLK 6Spd Man Join Date: May 2009 Location: Oxford, Alabama Posts: 4,375	Looks Awesome

08-04-2009, 08:47 AM	#13
tjd24 Thank you Oshawa/St.Cats! Drives: was 2010 2LT RS 2G1FC1EV4A9103434 Join Date: May 2009 Location: NW NJ Posts: 3,481 View My Garage	Teccboxx - you are the "Monarch of Modifications" - once again you're blazing new trails - this time blazed in ABL... Looking forward to seeing and having the instructions for the finished dash ABL. __________________ #3434 Born 4-15-2009, Delivered 5-22-2009 BBOMG 2/3/4 - Traded-in 8/31/2019:

08-04-2009, 09:08 AM	#14
CamaroSkooter Retarded One-Legged Owl Drives: 2010 Black Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 9,745	I seem to recall someone stating that near or above the fusebox is a plug that looks to be where ABL would have been plugged into had the engineers gotten it figured out in time. Have you tried using that for the power source rather than doing any drilling? Look very nice

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