Bucketlist Blazer -Restomod build 6.6liter L8T

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Originally Posted by 71KYK5

build looks awesome! what head unit did you use? i want to build a custom center console and keep original radio for looks and put large screen head unit beneath in custom console and love the look of yours and it seems like you know about audio

I used a Joying android 11.6 inch unit. I chose this one due to the design that does not require me to cut the factory dash. It is essentially like a thin tablet but with a ribbon cable coming out the back. The brain and wires of the unit is behind the dash. This is a newer version of the unit I used.https://www.amazon.com/JOYING-Touchs...st_sto_dp&th=1

Joying hasbeen great for me. They are a higher tier Android headunit company along with a couple other quality companies. Teyes and Mekede are two more awesome companies.

If you plan to do a console, I would recommend Teyes or Mekede due to their design which has everything built into the screen. Joying will also work but you have to mount the brain (chassis) somewhere. Joying sells an extended ribbon cable for remote mounting. I am using it in my Blazer.

I started my car audio hobby back in the mid 90's and worked in the industry professionally for many years until I started making wayyyy more money in different industries. I have been building high end Car audio systems as a hobby/side gig for decades now.

One thing that I realized when considering a console build is that in the Blazer, with the top off you will not be able to see the screen due to the glare it you angle it up. Your best bet will be to try to angle the screen in a way with no glare before you make it permanent. I have almost the same unit in my 76 Regal and can barely see the screen due to glare. It was because I wanted the screen flat on the dash of the Regal. Once installed, I realized that I will have to redesign it.

Thanks for the post and if you need help, I love doing this stuff so just ask.

[71KYK5]

I really appreciate the reply. I hadn’t even thought about the glare with the top off. Will do some mockup/testing with ipad or consider going back to original location on dash. I really like the looks and size of those joying units and that they support carplay. I will definitely have some questions when it’s time for audio. I’ve had a local shop do several cars for me but want to give it a go on my own with the blazer.

Thanks again and keep posting pics of the build!

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Well it is too late to go back now! I have now ordered the Holley terminator x max kit for Gen V engines (with 6l90e control), Holley stainless cast headers and a DBW pedal.

I am now going to order the mufflers, intake tubing, Advanced adapters 6l90 to np205 adapter and anything else that is needed!

This is getting exciting!
Holley parts-
558-499 GM 6 SPEED TRANSMISSION CONTROL
558-475 GM PWM ALTERNATOR HARNESS
558-465 WIRING HARNESS, CAN SPLITTER
558-443 USB/CAN HARNESS, SNIPER TBI
550-1621 TERMINATOR X MAX LT GDI LATE DBW
145-160 HOLLEY DBW ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Hooker Blackheart LT Swap Exhaust Manifolds BHS3116


Advanced adapters parts
50-9551A-DODGE & GM(10/27) 621.76 S NP205-29SPL INPUT TO GM 6L90 29SPL. TRANS
AS-8603-#/4 spacer ring

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Talk about rapid escalation! I just ordered the advanced adapter part! Definitely no stopping the madness now!