Converting genone VentPod for Genpu

[JTMS3]

Now obviously there is a solution that block8head provides for us genpus but I wanted a second spot that would look good, stock, whatever... I am going to get a mech boost gauge to have with the Interceptor gauge but since I already have the single dash ventpod by said person above I really didn't want to spend the $ for the dual pod.

I had the RPM Ventpod laying around from when I had the genone and since I have ripped out the vent for the pu at least half a dozen times I figured it was time to see if this would work.

So obviously you will need one of these....

VentPod Single Gauge Pod for Mazda 3 / Mazdaspeed 3 #EHP-MZ3-VP - Revolution Performance Motorsports!



pull your vent out from the dash and this is where the work begins. I used a 3" clamp but whatever you will use it will have to apply even pressure to all the little tabs that keep the two pieces together. A flathead isn't going to work as you need all the tabs pressed in otherwise it will more than likely break it.

Tabs


After it's apart


Now you will have to trim some of the ventpod from the RPM store. With the ridges, it will not fit in the outer ring from your vent without a little modification. I used a dremel and the drum sander attachment. I removed two of the ridges leaving four, sanded the lip so it was pretty much flush with the rest of the pod. I also added another cut so it would be more pliable.

Hack job and after sanding


Once that is complete it should just slide right into the outer ring like so...


Everything put back together


I think I am going to paint the pod a flat black to match the stock vent cover as it might be too much aluminum but otherwise it gives it a nice clean look.

As I said, there are other options for a ventpod but this was successful so I thought I would share.

EDIT: So gave it a touch a paint and looks way better. Both gauges in place too!

[irishking03]

Im glad I looked here. I have been wondering if it will work in the PU. I really liked the vent pod when I havd it installed in the won. Thanks for this.

[aaron88]

Nice job, the final result looks fantastic. Looks like it came from the factory combined with the Mazdaspeed gauge like that.

[irishking03]

I'm just trying to figure out how to get the actual factory vent out pos won't budge

tappin dat trigga

[JTMS3]

Originally Posted by irishking03 I'm just trying to figure out how to get the actual factory vent out pos won't budge tappin dat trigga

Put fingers on opposite sides through the vent, once you feel the back edge.. Grip and pull. Should pop right out, don't worry you aren't going to hurt the parts needed to make this work.

Easy peasy.


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[irishking03]

Cool

tappin dat trigga

[Blkpearl]

very clean. on my list of things to do ASAP!

[irishking03]

I am about 70% done my pod. Can't wait to show my own pictures. I have to get a better sander or sand paper and sand the top part so its flush. What did you use to sand it down what grip. I only had 100 laying around and I said fuck it cause it wasnt good enough. Pictures and write up and perfect. This is an easy how to. @JTMS3;

[JTMS3]

Originally Posted by irishking03 I am about 70% done my pod. Can't wait to show my own pictures. I have to get a better sander or sand paper and sand the top part so its flush. What did you use to sand it down what grip. I only had 100 laying around and I said fuck it cause it wasnt good enough. Pictures and write up and perfect. This is an easy how to. @JTMS3;

I used my dremel and the rough grit sanding drum. I did out little by little and tested each time until it was to my liking. High speed kills!



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[irishking03]

Originally Posted by JTMS3 I used my dremel and the rough grit sanding drum. I did out little by little and tested each time until it was to my liking. High speed kills! Sent from my EVO using Tapatalk

Cool hope this harbor freight 9 dollar dremill works. Thanks

tappin dat trigga

[MZR801]

Thanks for the thread, always wondered how this is done. Quick and simple.

Awesome, always wondered how this is done. Quick and easy, thanks!

[irishking03]

Finally done mine now I have to fill the hole.

Po-Po tappin

[Oalmon]

I got something you can put in that hole
jk looks good

[irishking03]

Can't be more than 52mm wide lol

Po-Po tappin

[aromig]

Finally done mine now I have to fill the hole.

Annnnd a fuckin' that's what she said.

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[blackms3_71]

Cant the genone have anything to them selfs lol good job it does look really good

[project86]

Originally Posted by irishking03 Finally done mine now I have to fill the hole. Po-Po tappin

Where did you get the dual pod you have there?

[aaron88]

Looks like a @Block8head; pod to me.

[Block8head]

Originally Posted by project86 Where did you get the dual pod you have there?

That's Block8head dual pod..

[irishking03]

Yeah @Block8head; hooked me up. Dude is a monster at pods

Po-Po tappin

[project86]

Hey @Block8head; I got your pm but couldnt reply because i dont have 15 posts yet
but thanks for the reply and i'll have a look at your stuff today.