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Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 15 2020, 07:38 AM

I have three sets of aluminum rockers panels for sale. I developed these myself and made a couple extra sets. If you were at Okteenerfest in 2019 you had the opportunity to see these in person. These are under half the weight of an OEM steel set. Comes with mounting hardware. Price is $200 plus shipping. I can also make more sets if there is enough interest.

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Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 15 2020, 07:41 AM

Here are several pictures of a set that was painted and installed on my car.

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Posted by: mepstein Mar 15 2020, 07:56 AM

That’s a great idea and a very fair price.

Posted by: B2524 Mar 15 2020, 08:43 AM

What would shipping be to 95046?
Thanks.

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 15 2020, 09:09 AM

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What would shipping be to 95046?
Thanks.


I estimate shipping to the west coast will be about $75.

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 15 2020, 09:12 AM

Shipping to the west coast would approximately $75. Shipping to east coast is about $40 $50. I will give final cost before payment.

Posted by: Retroracer Mar 15 2020, 09:31 AM

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That’s a great idea and a very fair price.


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Nice to see this kind of thing being developed! Added lightness, plus numerous options for finishing aluminum - polished rockers for instance!

Very cooi product

- Tony

Posted by: wes Mar 15 2020, 02:10 PM

I love lite with a stock look, Pm sent.

Posted by: 914_7T3 Mar 15 2020, 05:47 PM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=5956

Any chance you have an extra set of mounting hardware available for purchase? Easier than running around trying to find the correct bits, plus it is already plated blink.gif

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 15 2020, 06:00 PM

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Any chance you have an extra set of mounting hardware available for purchase? Easier than running around trying to find the correct bits, plus it is already plated


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Posted by: ranger Mar 16 2020, 05:09 AM

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Here are several pictures of a set that was painted and installed on my car.

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I'M interested in a set,
RIX914Parts 7203 Campground rd.
Denver NC. 28037 (951) 818-8628
I can do Paypal....

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 16 2020, 06:49 AM

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QUOTE(dlee6204 @ Mar 15 2020, 06:41 AM) *

Here are several pictures of a set that was painted and installed on my car.


I'M interested in a set,
RIX914Parts 7203 Campground rd.
Denver NC. 28037 (951) 818-8628
I can do Paypal....


PM Sent

Posted by: ValcoOscar Mar 16 2020, 06:59 AM

Doug

As said, Nice job on taking this on. beerchug.gif

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Oscar

Posted by: cashiersjm Mar 16 2020, 07:32 AM

If still available, I would like a set. I'm in Cashiers, North Carolina, zip 28717. Let me know how you want payment, add cost of shipping please.

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 16 2020, 07:46 AM

All PMs responded to. Right now it looks like the first few sets are spoken for.

If you are interested in a set please let me know. I have a few more sets in process but can do a larger run if necessary.


Posted by: Cairo94507 Mar 16 2020, 09:38 AM

That's a terrific product for our little cars as most of the original rocker covers are badly damaged, rusted, repaired, etc. beerchug.gif

Posted by: DRPHIL914 Mar 16 2020, 10:02 AM

I would be interested in a set too on your next batch.

I think they would look great as is! OR also zinc plated like the hardware.. idea.gif

Posted by: thelogo Mar 16 2020, 12:41 PM

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QUOTE(mepstein @ Mar 15 2020, 05:56 AM) *

That’s a great idea and a very fair price.


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Nice to see this kind of thing being developed! Added lightness, plus numerous options for finishing aluminum - polished rockers for instance!

Very cooi product

- Tony




Developed ....

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Mine has these and was restored over 10 years ago WTF.gif

Posted by: ndfrigi Mar 16 2020, 12:46 PM

For sure I will order a pair but later after the corona virus issue.
That is really beautiful!

Posted by: mb911 Mar 16 2020, 07:56 PM

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I would be interested in a set too on your next batch.

I think they would look great as is! OR also zinc plated like the hardware.. idea.gif



You can't zinc plate aluminum. It would have to be anodizing.. Just an fyi



Posted by: DRPHIL914 Mar 16 2020, 08:08 PM

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I would be interested in a set too on your next batch.

I think they would look great as is! OR also zinc plated like the hardware.. idea.gif



You can't zinc plate aluminum. It would have to be anodizing.. Just an fyi


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Posted by: mb911 Mar 16 2020, 08:10 PM

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I would be interested in a set too on your next batch.

I think they would look great as is! OR also zinc plated like the hardware.. idea.gif



You can't zinc plate aluminum. It would have to be anodizing.. Just an fyi


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Lol.. Just lightening the mood beer3.gif

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 26 2020, 06:52 AM

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I have one set left.

Posted by: hcdmueller Mar 26 2020, 02:27 PM

PM sent

Posted by: Craigers17 Mar 26 2020, 03:06 PM

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I have one set left.


Doug,

Got my set yesterday. Very nice work! Doug even refunded me the difference in estimated vs. actual shipping. Great vendor....great product!
Thanks!

Posted by: nickg Apr 7 2020, 12:28 PM

pm sent I am reasonably local

Posted by: porbmw Apr 7 2020, 02:34 PM

PM sent

Posted by: dlee6204 Apr 9 2020, 08:10 AM

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All PMs responded to. I have three sets currently available. I also have another batch in the works.

Posted by: amfab Apr 9 2020, 12:34 PM

if you are making another batch, would it be possible to get a set without the jack point hole?

Posted by: dlee6204 Apr 15 2020, 05:04 AM

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if you are making another batch, would it be possible to get a set without the jack point hole?


Just saw this. I can do this no problem. I just have to wait on the next batch of parts otherwise it will be $$.

If anyone else is interested in a set without the jackhole let me know.

Posted by: dlee6204 Apr 15 2020, 05:06 AM

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Posted by: amfab Apr 16 2020, 07:58 PM

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if you are making another batch, would it be possible to get a set without the jack point hole?


Just saw this. I can do this no problem. I just have to wait on the next batch of parts otherwise it will be $$.

If anyone else is interested in a set without the jackhole let me know.

Great, I am in no hurry. Let me know when next round is.

Thank you,

-Andrew

Posted by: dlee6204 May 27 2020, 11:58 AM

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Still have some for anyone interested.

Posted by: ctc911ctc May 27 2020, 12:13 PM

I wanted to add this:

I recently bought a used set of fiberglass rocker pannels. After perhaps 30 hours of rebuilding their top attach mechanism (too fat, too thin, not wide enough, etc.....) i have them mounted.

This offering within this thread is the way to go!!!!

Learn from my pain and experience!

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Posted by: drdamiansmith May 27 2020, 06:25 PM

Hi, I would like a set. Let me know how you take payment for the panels and the shipping.

Damian

Posted by: dlee6204 May 28 2020, 05:16 AM

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Hi, I would like a set. Let me know how you take payment for the panels and the shipping.

Damian


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Posted by: silverg May 28 2020, 06:47 AM

Do you make them with ends to fit flared fenders?

Posted by: ibmiked May 28 2020, 09:53 AM

Any idea what the actual weight savings is over stock for these? Definitely interested in a set thanks.

Posted by: Luke M May 29 2020, 08:59 AM

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Do you make them with ends to fit flared fenders?



I would be in for 2 sets if you make some for a flared car.
Let us know.

Thanks

Posted by: dlee6204 May 30 2020, 05:06 AM

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Any idea what the actual weight savings is over stock for these? Definitely interested in a set thanks.


It's about half what a stock set weighs. I want to say a stock set was around 12lbs and these came to approximately 6 lbs as a set.

Posted by: nomedulla Jun 11 2020, 07:11 PM

Really nice set. Great Craftsmanship! Great packing! Thank You!

Posted by: nomedulla Jun 11 2020, 07:12 PM

Really nice set. Great Craftsmanship! Great packing! Thank You!

Posted by: BillC Jun 11 2020, 07:31 PM

PM sent. I would also like to get a set.

Posted by: Skywalker Jun 13 2020, 08:23 AM

I would like a set, PM sent

Posted by: dlee6204 Jun 13 2020, 09:54 AM

PMs sent.

Posted by: hcdmueller Jun 13 2020, 11:20 AM

Got a set a few weeks ago. They're beautiful and the packaging was great. Just need to find the right local powder coating place to finish up.

Posted by: dlee6204 Jun 13 2020, 12:35 PM

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Got a set a few weeks ago. They're beautiful and the packaging was great. Just need to find the right local powder coating place to finish up.

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Posted by: mb911 Jun 13 2020, 01:04 PM

I could possibly make my GT rocker flares out of aluminum for those looking for aluminum.. The steel ones are popular. Hmm maybe worth it for aluminum.

Posted by: dlee6204 Jun 15 2020, 06:27 PM

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I could possibly make my GT rocker flares out of aluminum for those looking for aluminum.. The steel ones are popular. Hmm maybe worth it for aluminum.


@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=9892 That would be about the best solution for anyone wanting a flared version of these. I can send you a set if you want to develop this further. PM me if interested.

Posted by: mb911 Jun 15 2020, 06:41 PM

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QUOTE(mb911 @ Jun 13 2020, 03:04 PM) *

I could possibly make my GT rocker flares out of aluminum for those looking for aluminum.. The steel ones are popular. Hmm maybe worth it for aluminum.


@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=9892 That would be about the best solution for anyone wanting a flared version of these. I can send you a set if you want to develop this further. PM me if interested.



I actually have them made out of steel so I would just laser cut aluminum for the end user to weld on.

Posted by: johnlush Jul 5 2020, 03:22 PM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=5956 : I'd be interested in a pair if you have them. Or add me to the list if you're doing a batch in future. -John

Posted by: BillJ Jul 5 2020, 03:32 PM

Let me know.when the next set is available. I can come.pick them up in about a month or so actually. No rush at all

Posted by: dlee6204 Jul 5 2020, 04:46 PM

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@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=5956 : I'd be interested in a pair if you have them. Or add me to the list if you're doing a batch in future. -John


I just got another batch bent up this weekend. I’ll shoot you a PM.

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Posted by: dlee6204 Jul 19 2020, 02:17 PM

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Posted by: dlee6204 Aug 11 2020, 09:01 AM

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Thank you to everyone who has purchased a set so far. beerchug.gif

Posted by: dlee6204 Sep 18 2020, 03:56 PM

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Still have some sets.

Posted by: sixnotfour Sep 19 2020, 03:34 PM

shipping to 84074

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shipping to 84074


PM Sent

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 6 2021, 04:03 PM

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Just PMed you...

Posted by: second wind Mar 7 2021, 12:18 AM

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I have three sets of aluminum rockers panels for sale. I developed these myself and made a couple extra sets. If you were at Okteenerfest in 2019 you had the opportunity to see these in person. These are under half the weight of an OEM steel set. Comes with mounting hardware. Price is $200 plus shipping. I can also make more sets if there is enough interest.

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Hello and thank you...so if I get these how many pounds do I save, I would guess I have to primer and paint.....and how do they look when all done and mounted? Identical to factory or is there a difference? Thank you very much...
gg

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 7 2021, 07:20 AM

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QUOTE(dlee6204 @ Mar 15 2020, 05:38 AM) *

I have three sets of aluminum rockers panels for sale. I developed these myself and made a couple extra sets. If you were at Okteenerfest in 2019 you had the opportunity to see these in person. These are under half the weight of an OEM steel set. Comes with mounting hardware. Price is $200 plus shipping. I can also make more sets if there is enough interest.

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Hello and thank you...so if I get these how many pounds do I save, I would guess I have to primer and paint.....and how do they look when all done and mounted? Identical to factory or is there a difference? Thank you very much...
gg



Weight savings is about 6 pounds. They are about half the weight of a factory steel set. Post #2 shows a set mounted. These are very close to factory. Most will not be able to tell a difference once mounted.

Posted by: Puebloswatcop Mar 7 2021, 09:20 AM

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Here are several pictures of a set that was painted and installed on my car.

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Any Chance you could make them for a flared car? Would love to have a set, but I just flare the fenders on my car.

Posted by: dlee6204 Jun 9 2021, 12:55 PM

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Posted by: Snebs2 Jun 20 2021, 08:47 PM

I think I would like a set.

Posted by: dlee6204 Jun 21 2021, 03:52 AM

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I think I would like a set.


PM sent.

Posted by: euro911 Jun 21 2021, 10:53 AM

Just curious - why do these appear to have a bend in them, Doug? confused24.gif

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Posted by: dlee6204 Jun 22 2021, 05:44 AM

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Just curious - why do these appear to have a bend in them, Doug? confused24.gif

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There's not a bend there. It's an illusion from the camera view.

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Posted by: mepstein Jun 22 2021, 06:15 AM

They look even better up close. smilie_pokal.gif

Posted by: flmont Jun 22 2021, 09:38 AM

Iam in for a set,Thanks Frank

PS..Depending on color scheme not sure I would paint them, they do look good up close !

Posted by: cgnj Jun 29 2021, 07:05 AM

Doug,

I'd like a set. PM your payment info.

Regards,

Carlos

Posted by: drdamiansmith Jul 8 2021, 12:51 AM

Do you have a set without the square jack holes ?

Posted by: dlee6204 Jul 8 2021, 12:54 PM

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Do you have a set without the square jack holes ?


I actually have one set in production now that should be ready next week. First come first serve.

Posted by: racerbvd Jul 8 2021, 04:23 PM

My 76 needs a set.

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Do you have a set without the square jack holes ?


I actually have one set in production now that should be ready next week. First come first serve.



How do I contact you for payment and shipping info ?

Damian
808-354-7273 cell
Text is easier

Posted by: dlee6204 Jul 20 2021, 06:11 PM

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Posted by: dlee6204 Sep 27 2021, 10:08 AM

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I have more in stock. I also have two sets without jackpoint holes available for anyone interested.

Posted by: Niklas Sep 27 2021, 10:21 AM

Are they expansive to send to Sweden?
I need 2 sets.

Niklas

Posted by: akp2002 Sep 27 2021, 06:30 PM

Have you thought of making some out of 304 Stainless? I saw some on a black car and they looked great. I would be interested in them as polished aluminum would be hard to maintain.

Posted by: sixnotfour Sep 30 2021, 05:27 PM

Im In for a Pair....No Jack Holes.. PM sent..$$$ sent beerchug.gif

Posted by: 914werke Oct 5 2021, 11:42 AM

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Depending on color scheme not sure I would paint them, they do look good up close !

I have a set here & was planning on powder coating them, but found I needed to "work" on them a bit as they have some pretty good blems that are from the press brake that would otherwise show in the powder. sunglasses.gif

Posted by: tsvo Oct 5 2021, 01:40 PM

How much for this set with blemishes?

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Depending on color scheme not sure I would paint them, they do look good up close !

I have a set here & was planning on powder coating them, but found I needed to "work" on them a bit as they have some pretty good blems that are from the press brake that would otherwise show in the powder. sunglasses.gif


Posted by: sixnotfour Oct 7 2021, 06:20 PM

He Fixed em and used em,,I will say the Bender Vender Need to Dress
His Dies,,..Or Tape em..ways around scarring..Other than that ,,Nice product.

Posted by: alan_clary@comcast.net Dec 16 2022, 01:25 PM

Are these aluminum rocker panels still available

Posted by: gnomefabtech Feb 13 2023, 07:05 PM

Same question. Let me know if these are still a thing. Thanks

Posted by: Van B Feb 14 2023, 09:46 AM

oh these are cool. Has Doug been around? Anyone hear back from their inquiry?

Posted by: Van B Feb 14 2023, 09:47 AM

Just looked at his profile and it says last active 29 June 2022... so, I'm not holding my breath

Posted by: Dlee6205 Feb 15 2023, 02:56 PM

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I'm still around... my account (Dlee6204) was compromised when World was hacked back in November and I lost access.


I have another batch in the works now. I'll be posting again when I have them available.

Doug

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