the easiest solution to relocate you climate control for 2din display
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So I'm cutting the faceplate, wow, what a pain the butt. I've probably spent about 4 hours working on this thing alone, and about 90-95% complete. Doing the final fitment now.
So it seems like everyone mounts the faceplate a bit away from the HVAC. I mean, the HVAC pushbuttons (AC/defrost/recirculate) are flush with the faceplate instead of sticking out a bit like they do stock.
I think maybe as an extra step, I'm going to cut out the sides of the cubby so that you can mount the faceplate a little bit closer to the control box (basically carve out where the circular ovals go) and so that it sits flush instead of sticking out 0.5mm.
So it seems like everyone mounts the faceplate a bit away from the HVAC. I mean, the HVAC pushbuttons (AC/defrost/recirculate) are flush with the faceplate instead of sticking out a bit like they do stock.
I think maybe as an extra step, I'm going to cut out the sides of the cubby so that you can mount the faceplate a little bit closer to the control box (basically carve out where the circular ovals go) and so that it sits flush instead of sticking out 0.5mm.
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Finally got a pic of the finished product. Used OSH Rustoleum satin black paint. Looks almost factory, IMO, came out better than I expected, although it also took way longer than I expected. Definitely do additional cuts into the cubby to cut out the ovals for the dials so you can get the dials as close to the HVAC as possible.
The key to the whole project is patience, and a 1/3 sheet sander.
The key to the whole project is patience, and a 1/3 sheet sander.
Last edited by tsair; Jan 27, 2010 at 10:51 AM.
For people who don't wanna cut out their existing A/C controls, at japan parts they sell the JDM version which is plug and play thats design for the single din fitment.
This is just an option,
http://www.japanparts.com/db/partsli...ey=180-043-001
This is just an option,
http://www.japanparts.com/db/partsli...ey=180-043-001
For people who don't wanna cut out their existing A/C controls, at japan parts they sell the JDM version which is plug and play thats design for the single din fitment.
This is just an option,
http://www.japanparts.com/db/partsli...ey=180-043-001
This is just an option,
http://www.japanparts.com/db/partsli...ey=180-043-001
Does everyone know where to get this A/C control set-up? I notice in Europe they come with it as a option.
http://www.netcarshow.com/mitsubishi...llpaper_07.htm
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It looks like me like that's a Japanese car (right-side driver), in which case once again that HVAC unit won't work in American cars. American cars are all mechanical cable driven, Japanese is digital/electronic. Sorry dude, there's just no way getting around either making your own or buying an Orbital kit.
once again thats the automatic climate control setup in jdm and edm models, we have just a regular manual A/C control. im not saying its cant be done from what ive read for god knows how long away when i first did this mod that its a PITA to set up and what not plus i heard expensive
the reason why i made this mod because just like everyone here i did all the research and look into all the possible solution to get that hvac relocated the easiest way and as stock as possible and the jdm/eudm version is not the way to go. So think about it guys if the jdm/eudm works i'll be one of the person to do it and there will be a write up for it already. So once again jdm/eudm will not work on our usdm hvac version. there is no write up on it what so ever. i could dig more on to this mod and maybe make a new version using some parts that i think will work but i'm not going do it because my solution works and i'm completely satisfied with it.
Last edited by kinglasserres; Feb 2, 2010 at 11:40 PM.
Thanks guys for clearing up that option. I was able to find a article on the Orbital kit but now it seems they're no longer in service.
https://www.evolutionm.net/features/article.php?id=73
Does anyone know where I could buy just the A/C module?
https://www.evolutionm.net/features/article.php?id=73
Does anyone know where I could buy just the A/C module?
Thanks guys for clearing up that option. I was able to find a article on the Orbital kit but now it seems they're no longer in service.
https://www.evolutionm.net/features/article.php?id=73
Does anyone know where I could buy just the A/C module?
https://www.evolutionm.net/features/article.php?id=73
Does anyone know where I could buy just the A/C module?
Anyone seen a triple 60mm gauge swapped into the hvac area? please post link if so.
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This pic shows how I routed the mechanical cables. The upper one goes between the brackets -- I bent the bracket slightly to reduce the sharp edges and also wrapped the cable with a little duct tape to protect it some. Those metal edges are sharp!
The lower black cable barely reaches, but seems OK.
The lower black cable barely reaches, but seems OK.
Ya they barely reached, but the problem I am having right now is that whenever I turn the temp around, it would never reach fully anymore, it will never get hot or cold, i can feel it is loose inside, any idea of how to fix it ?
Nice job on the DD mod guys, but I have outstanding News. I have an opportunitty to make this kit available. AKA Orbital kit, this kit will allow you to install a DOUBLE DIN radio in your Mitsu. Lancer 2002-2007. This kit is not available anywhere else. This kit will make your 2002-07 Lancer look like a 2009 EVO. I'm in the initial steps of gathering funds to make it into to production to be more affordable to the end user.
I own all the plans and certificates and I'm determined to make this kit available and to be much less than what the Orbital kit was selling them for.
I would appreciate if there is any interest for this DD kit for you to just PM me and SAY, " Yes to DD kit for Lancer 02-07"
That would be greatly appreciated and help me have this DD kit available in the very near future.
Check link below and read all about the quality of the DD kit... This post was on evolutionm.net a couple years back
https://www.evolutionm.net/features/article.php?id=73
I own all the plans and certificates and I'm determined to make this kit available and to be much less than what the Orbital kit was selling them for.
I would appreciate if there is any interest for this DD kit for you to just PM me and SAY, " Yes to DD kit for Lancer 02-07"
That would be greatly appreciated and help me have this DD kit available in the very near future.
Check link below and read all about the quality of the DD kit... This post was on evolutionm.net a couple years back
https://www.evolutionm.net/features/article.php?id=73
we've heard this numerous times guy, come talk to you when you have a couple dozen or so made...
I'm not interested in using the double upper piece to house a video screen as I am to use it for a tri 60mm gauge on the lower portion of the upper piece and a 7 inch flip out for the upper portion of that same piece.
What is the ETA of availability for a available unit and proposed pricing?