[Dragonsys]

Dragonsys' Cruze Build

Alright, so I changed this into a more Build Tracking thread.. LOL

Ok, so I am working on the following this weekend, and just wanted to see if anyone had any extra tips other than what is in the original threads...

• K&N SRI Install [$150] (Resonator already bypassed) - Complete
• Painted Front & Rear Bowties [$10] - Complete
• Paint Steering Wheel Bowtie
• Paint Cruze Badge [$30, includes new badge] - Painted, but not yet placed on car
• Paint Wheel Bowties
• Paint Trunk Chrome Bar
• Remove eco badge [Free] - Complete
• Check my Spark Plug Gap [Free] - Complete - Set to .035
• AMP & Sub Install [$50] (PAC Ordered) - Complete
• Tint Side Markers [$15] - Complete
• Tint Tails [$15] - Complete - Will have to be redone due to accident
• Relocate OBD-II plug [Free] - Complete
• Big 3 [$60] - Complete
• Paint Silver Interior Trim [$20] - Complete
• Headlight Wiring Upgrade [$50] - Complete
• Philips H13 9008 X-treme Power Headlight Bulb [$45] - Complete
• Sunglasses Holder [$15] - Complete
• Bypass BPV Solenoid [$5] - Complete
• ZZP A-Pillar Dual Gauge Pod [$40] - Complete
• Boost Gauge [$55] - Complete
• Oil Pressure Gauge - Almost done
• Bluetooth ODB-II Reader with Torque Pro [$30] - Complete
• Painted Intake Hard Pipe - Complete
• Engine Bay Dress up - I have a few pieces complete, but still a few more to go.
• Interior Dress Up - partially complete, not looking forward to removing the door panels to get at some of the trim pieces
• Paint Front Grill Chrome trim [$15] - Complete
• Paint Chrome [$25] - Complete
• LED Dome, Map, Trunk (inside) & License Plate Lights (Cool White) [$18] - Complete
• Hella Supertone Horns - Complete
• 12v Power Outlets always on - Undone until I can rerun power wires for my gauges
• 7" Tablet in Dash - Complete

There will be more coming as I get the money saved up and get the other half's approval to spend it on the car, lol

Coming Soon:

• Amsoil Fluids (Transmission, Brake, Clutch, Coolant) - Just need to get off my lazy butt and change them. I have the fluids sitting in the box still.
• VG Shark Fin - Ordered
• Paint Interior Chrome Trim - Mostly complete, just a few pieces left.

Future plans/wants:

• Replace K&N Filter - 2nd Option
• Backup Sensor or Camera
• Vortex Generators
• Window Vent Visors (In-Channel)
• Fog Lights
• Cargo Net
• HomeLink
• Heated Mirrors
• Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror
• Relocate USB Plug
• Tune
• Forge BPV
• 15g Gas Tank mod
• Strut Bars
• Sway Bars
• LED Turn Signals (Front & Rear; Amber Color), Brake Lights & Trunk Tail Lights
• WeatherTech FloorLiners
• Shifter Cable Clamp
• Short Shifter (Install)
• Coil Cover

I'll add more as I think of it, or steal them from others

 

[Dragonsys]

great thank you, I will remember that

 

[Dragonsys]

Ok, I got the front & rear bowties done.

This is the Anthracite Grey Metallic, but I am debating adding a glossifier to it

 

[Dragonsys]

Is that a paint chip under the rear spoiler?

No, it is left over goop from the blue tape.

You're going to want to set aside a good 5 hours for that amp and sub install, maybe 6. Just a heads up.

Yeah, I have done many many installs, so I am familiar with the times. I have used the GM PAC kits before as well.
I really appreciate the feedback!

And welcome to the have to do something special to the cruzen week ends life style !

Thanks, I usually "tinker" with all my vehicles. I miss my old Tiburon and TransAm though.

Is your car black granite? How does it match the paint color? I was thinking of using that color on my wheels

Taupe Grey Metallic actually, and it is not a perfect match, but it is kinda close. I think a gloss will help

 

[Dragonsys]

SRI is in, and I am loving it so far. I have also seen an increase in MPG, even though I tend to be heavy footed...

The Wheel Bowties are gonna have to wait. I did one as a test and I really don't like how it comes out, as it is difficult to pull the tape and separate the parts I want to keep. I might have to go with vinyls or just leave em gold. The rest I still plan to get to this weekend.

Gotta wait on the spark plugs as well, as I cannot seem to locate my 6-point sockets, or my plug socket.

The PAC didn't arrive yet, so I won't be doing the AMP & Sub yet either.

 

[Dragonsys]

Cruze Badge done & eco Badge removed

 

[Dragonsys]

looks good so far im liking the color match bowties

Thanks, I like it better than just doing black.

 

[Dragonsys]

I want to do mine but i have the seraph orange metallic color and i can only think to do them in black or carbon fiber. i may trade mine in for a white 1.4t soon though then that will open up some options

Platidip does have an Orange Blaze. I have not seen the Seraph Orange in person, so I don't know how well it will match, but if there is a Dip installer near you,they might have an example you can check out.

 

[Dragonsys]

thanks i'll look into it. The orange i have is more of what i consider a rust color not so much a bright orange.

Probably something close to the SOM that came on the 4th gen TransAms. The blaze is probably going to be bright and not match, but there still might be something. Ask someone who deals/installs Plastidip and they might have suggestions. You can always check out the forums at dipyourcar.com as well.

 

[Dragonsys]

I got the PAC (this thing is huge!) and the Headlight Harness in, so I am going to try and tackle these this weekend, assuming I can find all the connectors I need...

 

[Dragonsys]

If only they lived closer to Atlanta LOL
I will ask questions if I run into any, for sure. I think that I might extend the wires on the PAC in order to put it somewhere there is more room, instead of trying to cram it behind the headunit.

 

[Dragonsys]

If you put it behind the spoy were the PDIM is theres a nice opening there, that's were I have mine I will take pictures tonight since I still have everything apart.

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Ok, cool. I will have to check that out, if it saves me time by not having to lengthen the wires then I am all for it.

 

[Dragonsys]

Sorry for the messiness in the pictures i was in a hurry because i was also doing alignments while installing all of this.

Very cool, thanks! This will help me out.

 

[Dragonsys]

The other location is to the right of the stereo, above the glove box. it is a tight squeez getting it in but it is a perfect fit.

That is where I was originally thinking, but I was going to extend the wires some so I could put it a little further behind the Glove Box where there might be more room.
I will find out once I get it all pulled apart anyway

Thanks guys

 

[Dragonsys]

If you extend the wires at all I would suggest adding velcrow to hold it in place, with the wires being pulled tight it stays in position really well, but I will warn you it's a tight pull on the wires and getting the radio back in is very tricky. But it will go with a little finesse.

I read that in your how-to, which is why I thought about extending them in the first place

 

[Dragonsys]

I got the PAC installed, but now I can't figure out how the passenger side kick panel comes off, so I can run the RCA & Remote under it...

EDIT: Finally got it, the wires are now in the back seat, but it is getting to hot & humid to work much longer, so I'm gonna take a break until nightfall to work on the pulling them into the trunk.

 

[Dragonsys]

So if you are looking a great spot for the remote I found Ahiru's build page who put in the center counsel so its hidden. I followed his idea and I would recommend it 100%. Hopefully these links will work. If not look at his build on page 7. http://www.cruzetalk.com/forum/94-cruze-owner-projects/12604-ahirus-cruze-build-7.html

http://www.cruzetalk.com/forum/atta...70207301-ahirus-cruze-build-1370207300300.jpg

That is pretty cool! I might have to try that.

 

[Dragonsys]

I went ahead and ran the remote wire to the console while I had the backseat apart. Put the backseat back together and then realized I had not yet run Power & Ground for the Amp...

 

[Dragonsys]

Sounds like you will be an expert on pulling the seat apart before too long...

LOL the backseat has to be one of the easiest pieces I have had to remove for this install yet...

Ok, so the console is all back together. I ran wires for Power & Ground under the Center Console, but I will have to actually hook them up later. Still need to run Power & Ground for the Amp, and then hook it all up in the trunk

 

[Dragonsys]

Amp & Sub are done, for now. I still need to finish up the Remote Gain control and tune the system
I stole this idea as well, thanks to APCruze for showing it to me.