Photoshop Concepts for my FSJ. Dash and Exterior.

suzq044 · #1 02-25-2009, 12:59 AM

My current real-life work in progress; these are re-brushed versions of what he will look like when I am finished. The interior is not quite done yet, as I haven't decided which seats I want to put inside, or whether to find some OEM seats for him (hard to find) and restore.

He is going to be a resto-mod; meaning he will be restored with a few modifications in audio/video and other electronics mostly. So, without further adue', I introduce you to "Project Levi". Click images to see em huge.

Dash:

DRL concept (ala' Audi) (rough-concept); updated on post 35

Custom Bumper:

Custom Roof Rack:

Interior:

jaber · #2 02-25-2009, 07:28 AM

I like that color. I'm going to do a dark metal flake Blue on my J-10.

Keep up the good work.

suzq044 · #3 02-25-2009, 03:50 PM

Thanks; the interior is going to be the uhm "trick" part.. I will be adding a lot of modern-mopar to old interior.

tazzerzz · #4 04-10-2009, 03:41 PM

very nice work

**PlasticBoob** · #5 04-10-2009, 04:14 PM

Wow, I love everything about it! Curious to see what happens here...

**Lindel** · #6 04-10-2009, 04:16 PM

I like the looks of it, but I think the steering wheel is a little small...

What type gauges are you going to use??

**PlasticBoob** · #7 04-10-2009, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Lindel

I like the looks of it, but I think the steering wheel is a little small...

Nahhh it's a touchpad connected to the computer. Ever heard the expression "I can steer it with one finger!" ??

reece146 · #8 04-10-2009, 04:40 PM

Very nice blend of modern and retro.

If I can make a suggestion - use a larger screen. You have the dash real estate for it. Don't bother with the door.

Sian09 · #9 04-10-2009, 05:01 PM

Very nice! I like it a lot. Can't wait to see how it looks when you're done!

reece146 · #10 04-12-2009, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by suzq044

The reason for the cover is security exclusively, I don't want to give anybody an excuse to hop in and mess with my truck. I don't want a bigger screen, cause I like how Chryslers' works at the moment. The only mod I'd make there, is a touch-screen if anything.

If you change your mind on the Jeep system take a look over at mp3car.com for what is possible (if you haven't already). The Jeep OEM system is pretty limited in comparison to what you can roll yourself.

FWIW, I'm putting a 9" touchscreen interface in my XJ. I have an old web page about it at http://moose.ca/davis. I've changed almost everything since that page was written (switched to WinXp, RoadRunner, Garmin Mobile PC, WinAmp).

With your obvious design skills you'd probably be able to knock out a Jeep OEM looking system for RR in a weekend. I lust after the dash real estate you have to work with in a FSJ. You'd probably be able to get a ~14" widescreen in the dash they way you have it laid out. Smaller dual screens would be possible as well. He!!, put another screen behind the steering wheel and use brain stem to drive gauges.

I'm looking forward to see what else you do with the interior.

suzq044 · #11 04-12-2009, 12:50 PM

lol - I am not looking at making it look aftermarket. I actually want it to look as stock as possible. I have two problems at the moment; finding a place to mount the wireless router, and a place to mount the audio amplifier. I will be using either BOSE or JLaudio for the sound system; I am really intrigued by their slim-line subwoofers.

reece146 · #12 04-19-2009, 10:44 AM

For a modern looking gauge set look at the Auto Meter Cobalt and Nexus line. They kinda have the same type of look as you've put in your images above.

Beware of sticker shock though.

suzq044 · #13 04-19-2009, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by reece146

For a modern looking gauge set look at the Auto Meter Cobalt and Nexus line. They kinda have the same type of look as you've put in your images above.

Beware of sticker shock though.

It's an interesting thought; but I was thinking of making the entire dash an LCD screen, or something of that nature; and just put a cover over it, so it's not as bright as an LCD can be; not to mention looks more original..the pain is going to be in the wiring..

As for the center, it will have a space for a small laptop in there (Like the Acer One, etc); if there's anything the GPS can't do, the computer can.

Edit - And now that I am looking at it, I am looking at an OLED Dash-display. Much more customizable.

*JeepinPete* · #14 04-19-2009, 05:07 PM

A comment about your brush guard. The lines looking at it head on are probably the best I've seen. But I think you will find the sweep back of the profile view will land the top of it well into the front of the hood.

suzq044 · #15 05-16-2009, 12:04 AM

Decided to not start a new thread for more photoshop work. lol -- Check the first post for the updates.

men in black · #16 05-16-2009, 04:59 AM

Are you going to put in a floor center console?

Chrome · #17 05-16-2009, 08:45 AM

Looks great!

suzq044 · #18 05-16-2009, 01:43 PM

I have been debating that; so I'm not sure if I want one or not. If I do, it will likely come from a truck (like the new ram or something).. or the JK.

Wagoncrzy · #19 05-16-2009, 03:37 PM

NICE...real nice I like the idea of getting rid of the glove box for lcd/nav screen....please let me know what you end up using, weather it be fiberglass or metal to alter the appearance of the dash. Good luck and let me know....post some pics of your progress. jim

suzq044 · #20 05-16-2009, 06:52 PM

Oh, it'll definitely be metal - lol; I don't like the cheap look/feel of fiberglass. I want it to look relatively original, if I go with anything moldable, it'll be carbon fiber.

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