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Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 3 2011, 08:31 AM

Ok,
I have to go to work early in the morning, so here it is.
I'm making the chrome trim that goes around the windshield. The 3 main pieces.

They will be less than $125 a set in the group buy. I'm working on the tooling to get the shape correct.

These will ship in a custom box that will protect them from damage in transit. This is a big problem with these as the metal is very soft. The boxes will run $7 each(my cost). They will weight about 1# (probably less with the box), so shipping will be pretty inexpensive USPS priority mail. Maybe $6 ish.


Sign up here if you are interested. And yes I can ship multiple sets in one box. When I have these ready for finishing I'll forward the payment info.

Thanks to all !!
Sorry to have taunted you, but I hope you find it worth the wait.


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Posted by: mepstein Mar 3 2011, 08:33 AM

Rust free chassis?

Posted by: 76-914 Mar 3 2011, 08:40 AM

Rubber Tits?

Posted by: AZ914 Mar 3 2011, 09:10 AM

They already make those.. I've seen pictures posted in the Sandbox...

Posted by: Andyrew Mar 3 2011, 10:10 AM

Targa bar pads??

Posted by: benalishhero Mar 3 2011, 10:11 AM

x2 for the targa pad....

Posted by: blitZ Mar 3 2011, 11:04 AM

Door handles?

Posted by: porbmw Mar 3 2011, 11:23 AM

Geez....what's on my shopping list

fog light lenses...

metal sail panel trim

threshold trim.

Can't wait! How about a clue? Feels like Christmas Eve...

Posted by: porsche913b_sp Mar 3 2011, 12:05 PM

Rubber trailing ARM bushings ?

Posted by: dflesburg Mar 3 2011, 12:06 PM

The tops are done.

Posted by: r_towle Mar 3 2011, 12:12 PM

You are having a baby?

Everyone loves your products...got that.
Why not wait till you are ready to announce your new product instead of starting a blank thread 7 days before hand....

Rich

Posted by: whatabout1 Mar 3 2011, 12:20 PM

Winning Loto tickets

Posted by: flipb Mar 3 2011, 12:20 PM

PCNA got wind of your quality products and wants to certify you as an OEM supplier, but requires you to triple all of your prices first?

Posted by: spare time toys Mar 3 2011, 12:23 PM

Sunvisor holders?

Posted by: Rod Mar 3 2011, 12:36 PM

Rear Light buckets?
Wife anti-moaning Socks?
Rear view mirrors with lights in?

Posted by: Jon Fernandes Mar 3 2011, 12:49 PM

x2 on sail panel trim!

Posted by: stugray Mar 3 2011, 01:09 PM

I always thought that a brushed stainless, adhesive backed, sail panel cover would look nice.
And the piece to go across the top of the "rollbar" to complete the circuit ;-)

Stu

Posted by: Tom_T Mar 3 2011, 01:57 PM

.... with the first post above - but as to the real front tits!

As to the 2nd post above - IIRC Mark put the 73-74 Front Rubber "Tits" (Bumper Guards) on hold, in favor of some other products. I think Detoxcowboy/Joe P. was looking for them a couple of weeks ago, & he said that they're not in production yet.

Is that correct or am I misinformed Mark?

I'd like to see the OEM/OES style "flexible rubber shorty front spoiler" that the Porsche+Audi dealerships used to sell for our 914s back in the 70's. They were a great replacement for the front valance, were short enough to miss most driveway ramps - even when lowered in front, and were flexible to just bend back & return if not (like on those parking lot tire stops & curbs. I don't recall the PET part number for them, nor do I have an old enough PET, but will look at some old 70's & 80's Automotion & other parts catalogs when I get a chance.

Anyone know the part number for that?

Posted by: Tom_T Mar 3 2011, 01:59 PM

.... sometimes you just have to loosen up & have some fun Rich!

Posted by: montoya 73 2.0 Mar 3 2011, 02:09 PM

New Dash knobs!?

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Mar 3 2011, 02:21 PM

TAIL FINS!!!!


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Posted by: montoya 73 2.0 Mar 3 2011, 02:29 PM

OhOhOh, working vent wing windows!

Posted by: Andyrew Mar 3 2011, 02:39 PM

That would be pretty cool!

Posted by: JmuRiz Mar 3 2011, 02:43 PM

I agree, but I don't think it's possible

Posted by: RobW Mar 3 2011, 02:51 PM

+2 on the targa pad replacement... I redid mine and it looks terrible....

Posted by: ConeDodger Mar 3 2011, 03:15 PM

My guess is new reproduction targa tops...

Posted by: Root_Werks Mar 3 2011, 04:48 PM

In different flavors, smooth paintable and stock texture finishes.

Posted by: bandjoey Mar 3 2011, 05:09 PM

A FULL TIME HELPER

Posted by: clapeza Mar 4 2011, 09:25 AM

Complete, UV-impervious, crack-proof dash pads, not a topper, but a complete replacement, with ashtray delete option?

Posted by: maf914 Mar 4 2011, 01:18 PM

Excellent suggestion! I second it.

Would this be possible, Mark?

Posted by: dlkawashima Mar 4 2011, 04:44 PM

How about a soft top that can be folded up and stored in the front trunk? Leaves room in the back for golf clubs.

Posted by: jim_hoyland Mar 4 2011, 05:28 PM

It's a carbon-fiber Targa top

Posted by: PanelBilly Mar 4 2011, 05:29 PM

I second the HELPER and can it be a nice looking gal that we can tease?

Posted by: PeeGreen 914 Mar 4 2011, 05:31 PM

I never learned how to count. Has it been 7 days yet?

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 4 2011, 05:55 PM

Well a few items mentioned I'm actually working on.
But, let's just say it's location is forward of the seats.
I have a hard time keeping it a secret too.
I just want to make the announcement when production is following very shortly.
I could have announced these 4 months ago when I started on this project. I had actually Planned to have these done by the end of the year, but it wound up being much more difficult than I planned.

More shortly............

Posted by: DanT Mar 4 2011, 05:57 PM

Dash caps, repro steering wheels/hubs?

Posted by: Scarlet75 Mar 4 2011, 06:10 PM

Oh those things we need? You know the ones

Posted by: Krieger Mar 4 2011, 06:21 PM

Full size Charlie Sheen driving companion doll?

Posted by: PeeGreen 914 Mar 4 2011, 06:26 PM

Why would you want that?

Posted by: Pat Garvey Mar 4 2011, 06:58 PM

Leather covered headlight motor knobs! Oh yeah!

Posted by: ConeDodger Mar 4 2011, 06:59 PM

HOV lane?

Posted by: bigkensteele Mar 4 2011, 07:18 PM

I know what it is, and you guys are going to shit twinkies...

Posted by: MDG Mar 4 2011, 07:24 PM

I can't WAIT!!

Posted by: 75914-L20C Mar 4 2011, 08:24 PM

Maybe I should just make that:

Posted by: jim_hoyland Mar 4 2011, 09:54 PM

Give us a hint....

Posted by: Brent Mar 4 2011, 10:18 PM

The drug called "Charlie Sheen" ...CAN'T WAIT!

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 4 2011, 10:44 PM

I'll clarify the hint- the products will install on the car somewhere forward of the back seat pad.
I'm a sadistic bastard aren't I?


Actually I need to finalize a few costs to get the final cost for the group buy.
I doubt I'll be able to hold out for the entire weekend. Especially if the numbers are waiting for me when I'm back tomorrow evening.

Posted by: Rand Mar 4 2011, 10:55 PM

You already said it was ahead of the seats. Now you've moved back... Damn you!!! You are supposed to help us not barnswaggle! Hah.

Ok I'm not participating in the guessing games, but look forward to your announcement. Happy that you are producing new products for these old teeners.

Posted by: Rand Mar 4 2011, 10:59 PM

I want one of those black hole thingies that the coyote used. I could put it on the top and have instant sunroof.
Oh, and and instant delivery system in case I am driving a mountain road and a big rock is on the road in front of me around a blind corner... and your auto-dispatching system neutralizes it before my tires can hit it.

Posted by: bigkensteele Mar 4 2011, 11:40 PM

This is Mark's gig, and I ain't gonna give it away. I was hoping to help on it, but he didn't end up needing my assistance. I haven't seen the new pieces, but I can assure you that he won't put it out if it isn't of the highest quality.

I haven't talked to Mark lately, so I am only about 95% sure on my guess, but if it is what I think it is, my NLA OEM still-in-a-box XXXXX is going to be worth substantially less on eBay in the near future. And I couldn't thank him more for doing what he has done for all of us and our cars!



















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Posted by: Dr Evil Mar 5 2011, 02:29 AM

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Mar 5 2011, 06:11 AM

quote]I second the HELPER and can it be a nice looking gal that we can tease?[/quote]
By tease I'm pretty sure he means"Sexually Harrass"!

For the HOV express lane dummy! You can tell them you are taking him to rehab when you get stopped for speeding.

Posted by: MDG Mar 5 2011, 07:37 AM

Seatbelts?

Posted by: PH1 Mar 5 2011, 09:43 AM

Dr. Evil will love love this!

Posted by: bandjoey Mar 5 2011, 10:25 AM

A Built Up Clutch Pedal Rubber for Short Legged People

Posted by: Andyrew Mar 5 2011, 10:29 AM

Dash? (Sure sounds like a dash...)

Can we get a pricerange to further our guesses? (ie 0-50, 50-150, 150-300, 300-500)?

Posted by: Lennies914 Mar 5 2011, 11:15 AM

How about a center console/armrest with cup holders?

Posted by: BarberDave Mar 5 2011, 11:25 AM

Hay ! I all ready shit twinkies, my guess is the Rare ,( untill now)

FLUX Capacitor. I want to be the 1st one in line for the group buy !

I think ! Oh, this is to much for my old heart . Please, Please let

us know. I am all ready feeling faint! OH,

I see a bright white light !!!!! Dave

Posted by: MDG Mar 5 2011, 11:47 AM

TELL HIM!

Oh. And no fair sending Dave a PM either.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 5 2011, 11:59 AM

Cost will be between 95-120 on the group buy. About 1/3 retail. Ill make the official Announcement tonight at midnight!

Posted by: JRust Mar 5 2011, 01:13 PM

I don't know what it is. I'm sure I will need it though. Put me down for one

Posted by: bigkensteele Mar 5 2011, 01:15 PM

Hold your twinkies! I don't think that he could sell what I was thinking for that little.

Posted by: Rand Mar 5 2011, 01:20 PM

Man, I shit twinkies in gradeschool. In college it was hohos. Now you should see the new shit! I'll announce it later.

Posted by: db9146 Mar 5 2011, 01:38 PM

I live in a different time zone (this can be verified by friends and co-workers that tell me so constantly) and its midnight where I am so send me a PM giving it up and I promise I won't tell.

Posted by: Michael N Mar 5 2011, 03:02 PM

Hand throttle lever with all the linkage???

What do I win?

Posted by: BarberDave Mar 5 2011, 05:28 PM

O.K. You ment midnight Eastern Day Light Time , Right ?????

Not that wierd Left Coast Time!!!!! Right ??????


Hurry ,Hurry, I may not have long, things are getting Fogy !!!!!!!!


Dave

Posted by: montoya 73 2.0 Mar 5 2011, 09:59 PM

Your going to make me stay up and then your going to fall asleep!

Posted by: kg6dxn Mar 5 2011, 10:08 PM

I'm starting to get bored with this thread... Tell us already...

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 6 2011, 12:19 AM

Ok,
I have to go to work early in the morning, so here it is.
I'm making the chrome trim that goes around the windshield. The 3 main pieces.

They will be $99 a set in the group buy. I will have the tooling complete in about 5 days and will post pictures of the prototypes and the installed parts then.

These will ship in a custom box that will protect them from damage in transit. This is a big problem with these as the metal is very soft. The boxes will run $7 each(my cost). They will weight about 1# (probably less with the box), so shipping will be pretty inexpensive USPS priority mail. Maybe $6 ish.

So for a total of about $112 you can all new trim that will be identical to the OEM!!!!



The forming dies will be done in about 5 days so It will be a few days before I can have installed pictures. The main production run will be in about 2 weeks and the finishing will be about 7-10 days. So these will start shipping in about 4 week. Sign up here if you are interested. And yes I can ship multiple sets in one box. When I have these ready for finishing I'll forward the payment info.

Thanks to all !!
Sorry to have taunted you, but I hope you find it worth the wait.


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Posted by: montoya 73 2.0 Mar 6 2011, 12:21 AM

Mark, Mark ,Mark you make my list longer and longer!

Posted by: scrz914 Mar 6 2011, 12:55 AM

NO FREAKIN' WAY. Windshield trim for $99! This, folks, is a minor miracle. I am in.

Mike, you keep saving our ass... cars.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Mar 6 2011, 07:32 AM

Mark - sign me up for 1 set - of course now I need to find a new windshield - but I am working on that.

Thanks so much for all you do!

Cheers!

Posted by: rick 918-S Mar 6 2011, 07:51 AM

Totally IN!

Posted by: TurboWalt Mar 6 2011, 07:57 AM

Count me in for a set I'd pay extra for a black set.

Posted by: Gint Mar 6 2011, 08:15 AM

Sweet! So, will the stock corners and center section fit the new pieces exactly (or at least really, really close)? What about color/texture match between them?

Oh, yeah, I'm definitely in for a set!

Posted by: ConeDodger Mar 6 2011, 09:06 AM

Oh great Mark! I just scoured the whole country and ended up spending about $300 from 2 different sources to get this same trim... That's a goooood deal!

Posted by: Kansas 914 Mar 6 2011, 09:09 AM

I can only hope the next BIG announcement is Sail Panel Trim bits.... (hint - hint).

You continue to amaze me.....

Posted by: mepstein Mar 6 2011, 09:10 AM

Posted by: Bartlett 914 Mar 6 2011, 09:53 AM

What kind of finish will they have? Anodized?

Posted by: leebenedi Mar 6 2011, 10:17 AM

I,m in. Just tell me the shipping cost when it is time to Paypal.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 6 2011, 10:18 AM

These will be identical to OEM. If you want to get technical the trim dosent match from factory, but the variation is very minor.
This is a product of the variance in materials used. The cups are stamped from a 5000 serries alloy, the trim is a 6000 serries they annodize flighty different, but close enough it's hard to tell.

Posted by: Gint Mar 6 2011, 10:22 AM

Come on Mark! I said close... That's all I wanted to know. Like I said, I'm in!

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 6 2011, 10:25 AM

Yes
These will be anodized just like OEM.
I could also do a short run of black annodized they would cost a little more as they are another set up, but would be a replacement for the LE chrome.

Posted by: Mary Shortridge Mar 6 2011, 11:09 AM

Please put me down for one. THANKS!!!!! Buttercup LOVES this kind of bling!

Posted by: ppetion Mar 6 2011, 11:16 AM

Do we have to remove the winshield to install them?

Posted by: Jasfsmith Mar 6 2011, 11:34 AM

I'm in for one kit. Email me the particulars when available.

Posted by: rick 918-S Mar 6 2011, 12:51 PM

No, but if your clips are damaged when removing the original trim then you have a real issue. It is very possible to damage new trim while trying to get it to clip into old retainers.

Posted by: Gudhjem Mar 6 2011, 01:44 PM

Great news! I'm in, and will pay more for black anodized.

Posted by: reharvey Mar 6 2011, 03:00 PM

Posted by: jj83118 Mar 6 2011, 05:33 PM

I'd like a set too! Count me in.

Thanks,

Jim

Posted by: natebg Mar 6 2011, 06:45 PM

I am in for a set.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 6 2011, 07:23 PM

You will not have to remove the windshield to install these, but I can also get the special tool to remove the old trim safely that I could offer as a option also.

I actually am working on the sail trim. It's a little more technical, but can be done.

Posted by: spankmeister7 Mar 6 2011, 08:25 PM

Count me in for one, also.

Thanks!

Posted by: Robert_C Mar 6 2011, 08:46 PM

I'd like a set!

Thanks, Robert

Posted by: ppetion Mar 6 2011, 09:07 PM

i don't think i have any trim since i previously reinstall the winshield using your rubber part. what is my option?

Posted by: Socalandy Mar 6 2011, 09:38 PM

Sweet, I'm in for a set!!

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 6 2011, 11:34 PM

The problem is the retaining pins. The outer rubber can easily be trimmed back. The problem is the retaing clips, if there's not too much rubber around the mounting points, you may be able to install without removing. I hate to say it, but it could be a bunch of work to convert back.

Posted by: ppetion Mar 6 2011, 11:42 PM

Thanks

Posted by: defianty Mar 7 2011, 03:13 AM

Great Work! I'd love a set too. Depending on shipping costs to the UK? Thanks.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 7 2011, 07:18 AM

The box is a pretty good size, I'll check into shipping costs, perhaps we could consolidate a few orders together to save some cash? We have a little time to see if we can work this out.
-Mark

Posted by: Rotary'14 Mar 7 2011, 07:47 AM

I want 1 maybe 2 sets,, add me to the list.

-Robert

Posted by: D1A3 Mar 7 2011, 08:46 AM

UGGGGHHHHHH!!!!!!!

I had to search high and low last November for my "factory" pieces. Only 9 sets I think I coudl find at the time. Stoddard and AA had them. Paid WAY more than I wanted to, but had to finish the car. Woudl have loved to get in on this if it had been a bit earlier.

Good luck with them. I'm sure they will be great!

Posted by: Richard Casto Mar 7 2011, 08:54 AM

Great news! I am in for a set. Just let me know what I need to do.

Richard

Posted by: 13b914 Mar 7 2011, 10:34 AM

I'm in for a black set when they are available.

Chad

Posted by: warrenoliver Mar 7 2011, 10:37 AM

Mikey,

You keep coming up with these great products. There is one that you need to work on that would be very popular. How about you make a 914-6, just like NOS?
Keep up the good work.

Posted by: Root_Werks Mar 7 2011, 10:47 AM

I'm in for a black set.

Posted by: OmaPossu Mar 7 2011, 11:53 AM

One set for me too! Shipping to Finland?

Posted by: westo2 Mar 7 2011, 12:01 PM

I'm in for 2 sets. Do you have a source for the clips? I'll get payment sent as soon as details are finalized.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 7 2011, 08:09 PM

The clips I can provide no problem, I will be working out the forming dies in the next 3-4 days and will post pictures of the molded parts as soon as I'm done. They will go to finishing to verify that the black and silver will will be correct and product will be available to ship in about 3-4 weeks. I will not take any money until I have production finalized, and can schedule a ship date.

As there are a few EU members here maybe one guy could consolidate these to save cash on shipping? Just thinking, the box I will use will be charged dimensional weight. The only issue I can see is re-distribution if I ship in one box to save cash on shipping.
-Mark

Posted by: Daiberl Mar 7 2011, 10:19 PM

I'm in for 1 set, even if I have to reinstall the windshield again

Posted by: sixgt Mar 7 2011, 10:56 PM

Mikey,

I'm in for two sets. Thanks!

Posted by: McMark Mar 7 2011, 11:32 PM

Oh man, that's AWESOME! I'm in for at least one set.

Posted by: wky930 Mar 8 2011, 01:29 AM

Sign me up for 1 set. If you have the black anodize trim, I will go with the black vice chrome.

Posted by: DEC Mar 8 2011, 03:41 AM

I'm in for two

Posted by: westo2 Mar 8 2011, 06:56 AM

Mark - you rock! So, the only pieces that will be need to be purchased additionally will be the corner pieces and the upper center piece?

Thanks!
-Weston

Posted by: SGB Mar 8 2011, 10:32 AM

Definitely down for a set. I just need to be sure and catch the announcement.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 10 2011, 01:38 AM

I can provide the corner and upper pieces no problem, I will also have the trim removal tool for those that want one. This is very helpful in not breaking the clips that hold the trim in. Did a test on the forming tooling for the bottom and it's great. The sides are a little more difficult. I may wind up having to form these right off the extrusion press. It will add some cost, but to all of those that have signed up here thus far, you will get the $99 price.

Thanks,
Mark
PS for the black ones you will need to get these from me if you want matching ones.

Posted by: Tom_T Mar 10 2011, 02:21 AM

I'll need a set with the corners, joiner piece & tool too, which I suppose you'll get the full price with all that to us later.

Whenever that is, we'll talk and figure out some other stuff which I need of your other goodies to ship, plus I still want to exchange & pay the extra $75 IIRC for the later version on your front bumper top pad (I have one of the originals without the continuous SS bracing inside).

Cheers!
Tom
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Posted by: mepstein Mar 10 2011, 05:50 AM

I'd like the whole kit when it's ready. Thanks, Mark

And put me down on the sail panel waiting list

Posted by: Rusty Mar 10 2011, 09:26 AM

Two sets, please, good Sir. Also, probably need to throw a couple extra items in with the order.

Edit: Just noted that your costs have increased. Please include the increased cost on my invoice - I don't want you to have to eat that.

Posted by: John Jentz Mar 10 2011, 12:24 PM

I'll take a set with the 3 connector pieces please.

Posted by: maf914 Mar 10 2011, 12:40 PM

Mark,

I'm in for a complete deluxe set with the corners, joiner piece & tool too.

I am going to need a new widshield one day, so I might as well be ready. As usual, thanks!

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Mar 10 2011, 12:40 PM

I am in for a set!

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 10 2011, 04:16 PM

Tried the forming dies today, the bottom piece was no problem, The corners didn't form well. the radius even with F temper aluminum still didn't form smoothly. Hate to say it but I'll probably add at least 2 weeks to the delivery as as I'm having to modify the tooling to actually stretch the outside of the extrusion.

They will be more labor intensive but as I said earlier, anyone who stepped up up to today - This post will be able to purchase these at $99.
After this post I will most likely have to add some labor to it.
-Mark

Posted by: MDG Mar 10 2011, 04:21 PM

Hey Mark. I'll take a set with the corners etc. Just let me know what the extra charges are for adjusting whatever tooling you need to adjust (I have no clue what - and how - Mark does what he does ) Don't eat any extra costs for me.

cheers, mike.

Posted by: spankmeister7 Mar 10 2011, 04:53 PM

Right. I forgot to mention that I too would like the complete deluxe set with corners, tools, etc.

Posted by: mepstein Mar 10 2011, 04:56 PM

Just shows the old saying is true -
Money is only an issue in the absence of value.

Posted by: Larouex Mar 12 2011, 12:02 AM

I will take a complete setup, corners, etc. I am putting in a new wind shield.

Thank!
Larouex

Posted by: OmaPossu Mar 12 2011, 12:35 AM

I like to have those corner pieces too!

Thank You!

Jukka

Posted by: Rleog Mar 12 2011, 08:01 AM

I'll take a complete set with corner pieces, black anodized.

Thanks Mark.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 12 2011, 12:29 PM

Got it figured out I have to build a fixture to stretch the aluminum around the corner and heat the material to form it. I had hoped it would cold form in a die. It didn't. At least it's worked out The GB price will actually increase to $120, with reg price at $150. Those that signed up prior to the cut off will get the original price as a thanks for signing up early. I'll have metal in 10 days and will start producing these as soon as I get the material.

Another question -
Black -

The cost for powdercoated is much less than the anodized,
it adds $10 vs $24 per set.

Any thoughts on this? I have to all one way to get the best pricing.

Posted by: whatabout1 Mar 12 2011, 01:06 PM

Sign me up for silver with tabs and tool.

Dang, I am going to have to read this site more often

Posted by: Gint Mar 12 2011, 02:22 PM

I just read the black anodized update. I'll take two complete sets then. One silver and one black. And You don't have to charge me the original price for the first set. I'm willing to pay for decent stuff. And all of yours is Mark. Thanks!

BTW, IMO, powder coat won't be as nice as anodized. And it will chip if it takes a rock.

Posted by: barada Mar 12 2011, 07:07 PM

I will take a set.

Thanks
Phillip

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 12 2011, 07:13 PM

ind of what I was going for on the black annodized. I'll have to run a sample to make sure the black is as uniform as I would like it in the corners. Anytime you heat aluminum it changes the temper, so it is possible that the die will not absorb at the same rate. No way to tell until you try.

Posted by: Rleog Mar 12 2011, 07:15 PM

If you're taking votes, I'll go with black anodized, but will obviously go with the process you select.

Posted by: timofly Mar 12 2011, 08:14 PM

Mark,

I'll take a full kit, including the corners, center piece and the tool!

Holler when they are ready.

Posted by: mcbrems Mar 18 2011, 05:36 PM

Okay - Sign me up for the full kit with corners and the Fuchs center caps. Nice!

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 18 2011, 11:09 PM

These should be about 20-25 days out right now. the delay is in the forming. They metal has to be stretched and flattened on the corners.This will require extensive sanding and polishing. Not the cold formed process I had hoped for, but will yeild an OEM looking part.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Mar 19 2011, 04:16 AM

As always - well worth the wait!

Posted by: Eck Mar 19 2011, 10:13 PM

I'll take a complete set. Let me know where and when to send the cash.

Thanks
Kirk

Posted by: crxnug Mar 19 2011, 10:33 PM

im in for 1 set

Posted by: mcbrems Mar 21 2011, 12:45 PM

I'll take a complete "chrome" set, including corners.

MarkB

Posted by: SGB Mar 28 2011, 10:58 AM

I see you have had a lilltle delay. I was afraid I missed announcement, and thus failed to follow trough on promised buy. Looks a little farther out, so FYI, I'm still in.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 28 2011, 11:47 AM

Nope, you missed nothing yet. I'm getting the metal in this week and will be starting to form these, I'll have some time polishing and the to finishing. As soon as I have product coming out of the final stage I'll send PMs to all that want these.

Thanks for your patience, tehse took more work that originally planned.
-Mark

Posted by: r_towle Mar 28 2011, 01:13 PM

I would like a set of the chrome, corners and all.
Would you please post some installed pics once you have it all worked out...

I will add some rubber to my order once you are ready to ship..

I thought you were gonna have a baby...geez.

Rich

Posted by: echocanyons Mar 28 2011, 07:57 PM

Could I get in on this too? I would like a set in silver/chrome anodized please.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 29 2011, 12:41 AM

Not a problem. I'm not taking any orders until these are coming out of finishing. I will post some pictures on the formed pieces (still mill finish) installed so you can see the fit. The finish will be pretty close as we have to polish these, but they will still need to be anodized.

Posted by: kharma Apr 3 2011, 09:46 AM

Awesome, count me in for a set!

Posted by: Jasfsmith Apr 19 2011, 07:36 AM

Could you pst a list of those that have indicated they want to purchase a set? I don't want to miss out on the offering.

Posted by: reharvey Apr 19 2011, 07:48 AM

I,m in for one set. Thanks, Ray

Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 20 2011, 12:31 AM

I've got all the metal in and have been working with a close friend of mine that I do railing with to get these formed up. We did 10 sets today, and there was a learning curve to get the first ones. These wil require some sanding and polishing on my part to make the perfect, but we've got the production starting and will start having finished sets in about 10 days.

FINALLY!

Posted by: wallys914 May 1 2011, 01:14 PM

add me in to, for a BLACK set...

Posted by: Strudelwagon May 1 2011, 03:18 PM

Please add me as well. just tell me where to send the money!
Thanks

Posted by: Jeffs9146 May 4 2011, 07:28 PM

Any word on production yet?

Posted by: bigkensteele May 4 2011, 08:40 PM

I would like to get in on the action. Trim, corners, tool, clips, the whole shootin' match. Just let me know what it costs.

Posted by: Mikey914 May 5 2011, 10:30 PM

Got the fist set off for finishing to see the level that I need to polish to. I'll have pictures and be taking orders as soon as I have it installed and I'm 100% happy with the product. I do think that it will be about a week from now.
-Mark

Posted by: WLD419 May 6 2011, 03:18 AM

Is there a chance of getting on the present list for ONE , or do I need to wait for the next batch , either way please let me know , Thanks Bill D.
If so ,PM the paypal adress & amount , one more time thanks !

Posted by: r_towle May 6 2011, 08:28 AM

Still on the list I hope.
Love to see what you come up with.

Rich

Posted by: SGB May 6 2011, 09:22 AM

Posted by: Mikey914 May 8 2011, 09:24 AM

I will have the fist prototype complete finished and installed this week on my car. I wanted to make sure that the finished looked right before sending the entire lot in. Production parts are 7 days out or less as they only need to go through finishing to be done.

Posted by: Jeffs9146 May 19 2011, 04:14 PM

How did the install go?? Photos?

Posted by: Mikey914 May 22 2011, 02:56 PM

Well the installation the first time around SUCKED.

I found that the angles on the forming tooling I made were off. They weren't off by much, but enough to make the part unusable.

I wasn't sure why I was having this problem, and tried to make it fit. Unfortunately, I f'd up the edges of the paint around the windshield.

I figured out my problem later that evening. I was trying to be tricky and had a windshield that was used to make the shaping forms. I made the form to produce metal pieces that were 3/16" larger than the glass. The glass fits in the hole and my assumption that the shape was identical is what screwed me.

Unfortunately I knew a few of you would be looking for these soon and I made 40 sets that I was starting to polish before I realized the issue.

Below is a picture of the new chrome 1st gen and installed 2nd gen. You can see the contour of the corners is not sharp enough to make the corner sit properly. Well at least not without putting undue pressure on the edges like I did.

Fortunately, we were able to use the existing tooling and weld material onto it and grind it to the proper shape. That was a lot of extra work!! so We are forming more pieces to send to finishing this next week as with the lead time being 7 business days.





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Posted by: Mikey914 May 22 2011, 03:02 PM

Please note the installed part is only the polished raw aluminum, it has not been finished as I just wanted to check fit. The clips are finished pieces and they will look similar to the clips. The alloy and temper are different, but with brite dipped anodizing the variation will be minimal.

Due to the amount of work polishing these, we actually made polishing "bucks" that allow us to really put pressure on the metal without deforming it. This will help speed up the process.

This is the level of polish we have to have to get the correct finish. Which was a little surprising. Mill finish aluminum will brite dip and look like this, but we were sanding down to 1000 grit and it actually created a satin finish. The polishing is actually easier.

You can note the polished part has ripples from forming that have not been sanded. This was a picture just to show finish.




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Posted by: Mikey914 May 22 2011, 03:19 PM

I actually did get the custom boxes made and have my first test shipment to WLD419 via Fedex. I'm awaiting feedback, but as these were made specifically to ship these I'm hoping they fared well.

The trim will be taped to the inside of the box to help keep it from moving around, as well as any misc parts you may need.




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Posted by: Mikey914 May 22 2011, 03:31 PM

So,
This is where we stand.

This week we will be producing the final parts I plan to have 35. These will go to finishing a week from this Monday and return the 15th of June.

I'm to the place that I'm happy with the final product and will be opening up the group buy. These will be $119+ custom box at $6. These will ship Fedex ground .

The standard price after the group buy will be $180.

I will PM those that are interested and let the fun begin. I plan to have another 30 the week after. and keep these in production until I can get some significant back stock.

This group buy will remain open until the product starts shipping on June 15th.

-Mark

I must say I have learned that I need to scale back on some of my activities as these things never seem to go as planned and having several large projects going it just feels like wack-a-mole!

Posted by: Mikey914 May 22 2011, 05:29 PM

Listed the parts on the website, and sent PM to those that I thought were interested. If I missed you PM me, or bump the thread. I'm using a coupon system to get you the group buy price. you will need to enter it on check out.


Also I have a limited number of the trim removal tools. I few of you might remember these from before, but they will allow you to remove the trim without cutting the retaining clips.


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Posted by: WLD419 May 22 2011, 08:06 PM

Sorry for late feedback , I got the package ( box ) thursday ( my bad ) everything
is good , no damage to box , I went over to bodyshop/painters saturday to test fit
the pieces , Bottom Bow piece was Good ,a little long like you said in message , I
trimed it back alittle with sm. snips & cleaned the edge with a dremel (sanding barrel) tool ,to fit the connector corner clips , I check the fit of the upper corners
pieces ,sorry just like you said no go ( I feel bad for you ,all those pieces ) , The
radius in the corner seemed good ,but the arc ( angle )was off , sorry . Awaiting the
2 new pieces , Thanks Bill D.

Posted by: Mikey914 May 22 2011, 10:10 PM

Thanks Bill.
Bill was the recipient of one of the first ones off the dies. You will like the new ones much better. And we get a second shot at the shipping crush test.

Posted by: Gint May 22 2011, 10:14 PM

When will black ones be available?

Posted by: Strudelwagon May 22 2011, 10:23 PM

I didn't get an email yet.
I need one please!
I prepaid and am waiting
Steve

Posted by: Mikey914 May 22 2011, 11:28 PM

Black will be available on the second run in anodized. I do have some railing that is satin black that will be running about the time of the first run in powder, I may throw a few sets in to see how it turns out. The cost (other than the lot charge) on the black anodized material is to strip the clips (another step).

So, to answer your question, I will have some a little before and some after depending on your preference.

Posted by: FlatIV Jun 7 2011, 02:38 PM

Is it to late to get in on the group buy?

Andrew

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Jun 21 2011, 02:43 PM

Any word on these yet??

Posted by: scrz914 Jun 22 2011, 01:58 PM

I was wondering this as well. Target date was for a June 15th shipping. Mark is probably swamped. I will be patient, I will be patient...

Posted by: mcbrems Jun 22 2011, 02:16 PM

I didn't get a PM, but I am still interested in a full chrome set.

Posted by: majkos Jun 22 2011, 02:32 PM

I'm in if group buy is still available

Posted by: eric914 Jun 23 2011, 06:06 AM

We are curious though if the second test filling has taken place and if it went well.

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Jun 30 2011, 03:49 PM

Posted by: majkos Jun 30 2011, 07:57 PM

hmmmm munchies, need beer

Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 1 2011, 01:49 AM

Just an update, the metal is fit, we are now finishing. Started by polishing up 20 sets to a mirror finish and taking them to have a light clear anodized finish. These were stripped and re polished. I'm running a set through clear powdercoating to see how it turns out, as well as sending one to be actually chrome plated.
The rest will be run in the best finish. this will occur this next week. As soon as it's finalized we will open back up the group buy.

The good news is at least I got the roofs going well.

Posted by: SGB Jul 1 2011, 07:51 AM

Wow. I've known one other guy who could work with just about anything. He blew glass, wrought iron, built boats that could go in a gallery...

I called him "The master of materials".

Anyway, I'm impressed.

Posted by: Jasfsmith Jul 28 2011, 07:12 AM

Status?

Posted by: Jasfsmith Aug 1 2011, 06:34 PM

Mike, please dash off note with the status of the trim, or respond to my emails. Please!

Posted by: watsonrx13 Aug 1 2011, 07:12 PM

Mark, please add me to the group buy.

-- Rob

Posted by: Jasfsmith Aug 2 2011, 05:23 PM

Thank you Mark for the heads up on the progress. I'd rather have them done right than quick,

Posted by: Mikey914 Aug 2 2011, 05:36 PM

I'll be around more now that the training is wrapping up. That means that these are my #1 priority. The polishing and finishing has been a real struggle. I'll post more later.
-Mark

Posted by: avidfanjpl Aug 4 2011, 02:07 AM

Miley

Count me John Lewis in for a set..i have th 19 shims and 2 rectangular shims but if you have the butyl tell Me for one
anodized set please!

Thanks

John lewis








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Just an update, the metal is fit, we are now finishing. Started by polishing up 20 sets to a mirror finish and taking them to have a light clear anodized finish. These were stripped and re polished. I'm running a set through clear powdercoating to see how it turns me out, as well as sending one to be actually chrome plated.
The rest will be run in the best finish. this will occur this next week. As soon as it's finalized we will open back up the group buy.

The good news is at least I got the roofs going well.
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Posted by: Richard Casto Aug 24 2011, 07:30 AM

Any update on these? No rush for me personally, but just curious.

Richard

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Sep 14 2011, 12:42 PM

So, its been another month and a half since the last update! Can we get some info?

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Oct 4 2011, 12:07 PM

Bump

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 5 2011, 02:03 AM

These have been a lot more trouble than I anticipated. I did take a vacation that really screwed with my schedule on these, had to do it, but for for about a week before and I'm still getting caught back up.

I have reduced my schedule at my day job to work half time for the next 35 days starting this next week. This is my #1 project. Not just because I have have about 10 sets to deliver, but I've got 7K tied up in these so far and I need to have production to start taking a chunk back out of that!

I appreciate your patience. As without your support I couldn't do the things I do. I don't like borrowing your good will and understanding for this long of a period.

The main reason this has taken this long is that I wound up having to go through a training cycle in my day job that was about 15 weeks long, and 9 of that I was in class or up in the simulator in Seattle. I've had a hard time trying to keep up on the regular stuff and was unable to reduce my schedule as I had been able to in the past.

Well, I'm back, and will be resolving this as fast as I can.

-Mark

Posted by: Richard Casto Oct 5 2011, 06:17 AM

Thanks for the update Mark.

Richard

Posted by: Kansas 914 Oct 5 2011, 06:25 AM

Thanks Mark,

Your products are always worth the wait!

Glad you found some time off in August - you deserved it.

Cheers!

Posted by: CrashDown Oct 5 2011, 07:44 AM

if you have access to WorldPac Porsche is aparently making new kits of these....

Posted by: avidfanjpl Oct 5 2011, 08:41 AM

Hey Mark,

When you are ready, start a new group buy thread, and we can all line up.

I want a set for Orangina, and I bet we can get a decent count when you have time.

Thanks for the door rubber. They worked beautifully. I think I have a trunk seal sent by mistake, so tell me what I owe you, but I am truly unsure.

I went and put the door panels on, so I won't need more rubber for the track car.

But the window to dash seal was killer!

Thanks!

John

Posted by: ptravnic Oct 25 2011, 07:56 PM

How are these coming along?

Posted by: BajaXJ92 Oct 26 2011, 06:16 AM

Mark, very happy w/ my new Targa Top Roof Rubber from you. Thanks for the walk through on the phone as well.

Please do start another thread when these are ready, as I will definitely be in for a set too!

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 26 2011, 10:22 PM

Did some research on the World Pac ones. I can't find any there. I had Allan over at A&P check with his rep and no dice. PICTURES tomorrow afternoon o fthe 1st finished part. I was supposed to do this this last weekend. I started and wasn't completely happy on the finish. I'm trying again tomorrow and will post the results in detail.
-mark

I have enough material to do 70 windshields extruded, the forming I've got figured out now. The finishing if it works as planned will take 2 days tops now. So it's time to get the project put to bed. I have 10 sets of trim that got in on the group buy. I should have had this 100% done before opeing the gates, but I was sure it was done as I've always use a brit anno with no issues. This is what I thought the finish was. Long story short the finish has a real challenge. As soon as my backordered sets are shipped i will open up the group buy when I have product that can start shipping.

This has been a huge finnancial drain, so I have a very strong motivation to get these up and runnig. I have a ton of cash tied up in these and can't really take on any other large projects until these are moving.

Thanks to all for your patience.

-Mark

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 28 2011, 12:10 PM

I had not forgot, sorry for the delay in getting these up....but we figured out the problem.
Even though this is O grade material apparently they drop it in a "lite" anno tank to seal the surface, so that if it gets rained on it will not leave water spots is what I was told. They didn't charge me for it, but apparently it was a bit thicker than it normally is. The first articles that I got to prove the die ran fine, so I thought we were golden.

I noticed that as I was sanding off some of the surface that I started getting splotches. If I polished, they got real shinny. I then realized there was a coating on the material and went back to my rep and he explained what he thought was the problem, after examination he cam to the conclusion that the coating was too thick....Duh!

These are salvageable and we are stripping them now and will be polishing starting Monday. I will keep everyone posted, but we are in the home stretch. All this time I was trying to polish an anodized surface. I should have known better when it wasn't doing what we wanted. But we didn't pay for it and it was not notated, it was "mill finish" .... I guess not.


Here's the pics

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 28 2011, 12:20 PM

"splotches"

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 28 2011, 12:22 PM

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Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 28 2011, 12:25 PM

Final polish. These will be polished and these is a sealing process that we will have professionally applied. This is hapening this next week.


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Posted by: rwilner Oct 28 2011, 12:45 PM

hey Mark
Do you have any plans to offer the chome around the back of the targa roll bar and down the sail panel?

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 28 2011, 01:19 PM

Yes, but I have to finish this project 1st.

-Mark

Posted by: rwilner Oct 28 2011, 01:50 PM

OK, put me down for that when you've got it

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Nov 14 2011, 03:59 PM

I ordered my windshield today and am hoping these will be on there way soon!?

Any more updates?

Posted by: Mikey914 Nov 15 2011, 12:25 PM

Still polishing the firts 10 up. I will have these available, but not until I get my 1st ones out. The good news is the black ones will be 10x easier.

Posted by: Jasfsmith Dec 6 2011, 02:11 PM

Progress report. Delivery expectations?

Posted by: jeffdon Dec 6 2011, 02:54 PM

Are polished ones still up for grabs?

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 7 2011, 12:59 AM

7 sets polised and will be sending them to get coated as soon as I get 10 as the cost is kinda steep. I plan to have these out in time for Christmas.

Posted by: eric914 Dec 7 2011, 08:29 AM

OOH...I love Christmas gifts. Would give me something to do when I'm off between Christmas and New Years.

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Dec 21 2011, 02:01 AM

Christmas is getting VERY close!

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 21 2011, 03:53 AM

I will be picking up from finishing tomorrow afternoon. Didn't get all 10 sets, only 6, but now the process is figured out I will be able to get another 4-5 sets next week.

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 22 2011, 01:00 AM

Update,
Finisher wante da little more buffing on a few pieces, working on that tonight, will retry tomorrow.

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 23 2011, 01:31 AM

Hate to say it but looks like Monday. I'll be keeping this updated.

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Dec 23 2011, 01:42 AM

Notice anything missing?



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Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 23 2011, 02:21 AM

If it makes you feel any better, I will not have a set on my car until I have shipped everyone else's 1st. I have a personal interest here too. I'm off all this next week to get these out, I dropped my 4 day week to make sure I would be able to complete these. If it's the last thing I do this year!
-mark

Posted by: Strudelwagon Dec 29 2011, 11:13 PM

Mark,
You have got to be hardest working guy in the 914 world. I hope you are making some money doing this because the products are fantastic and the list of new products keeps growing.
I spent the day installing the new fuzzies and rubbers on my drivers door and they look fantastic.
Thanks for cranking out the quality products at a good price and allowing us to enjoy the 914 hobby without morgaging our houses.
From all the Canucks up north......Happy New year!....
and yes I had a couple of glasses of wine with dinner
Steve

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 30 2011, 12:38 AM

So, the production is moving along, just waiting for the finishing. Production should be available in about 7-10 days, I will contact those that have been waiting as these ship and when the backorder has been filled.
Thanks to all for your patience. So far for the 10 that be produced so far, the cost per set will be about $900 each. I have to get production to try to even break even.

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Dec 30 2011, 02:02 AM

I would like to confirm that the group buy people (in Feb & March) will get the discounted price?

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 30 2011, 03:06 AM

Yes,
$899.

Just kidding.
I plan to open up the GB once I can have the production moving at a good rate and can ship some as soon as I open it. The key is the low price, and high volume. I need to get the capacity up to make this work. This will be possible now that I have some new equipment, and a new guy helping with the polishing. They still take a bunch of time to do, but we will be able to reduce it somewhat. I plan to keep the GB price the same.
-mark

Posted by: Niklas Jan 1 2012, 02:17 PM

I am in for a set to my -72.
let me now when to send money.

Niklas

Posted by: mepstein Jan 1 2012, 02:24 PM

I still want the whole kit. I'm in no rush. thanks, mark

Posted by: ptravnic Jan 2 2012, 02:17 PM

I hope I'm still on the group buy / pre-ordered (and paid for) list.

-Pete

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 3 2012, 10:58 PM

Yes you are on the list. I'm off on the day job until late Thursday, I've been told I will have at least 4 sets ready to ship out upon my return. Maybe 6 I had 2 more sets I dropped off that will hopefully be able to be done at the same time.

Posted by: Niklas Jan 6 2012, 06:48 AM

I hope I´m one the list.

Niklas

Posted by: Gudhjem Jan 11 2012, 11:34 AM

Mark, if I'm not on the list already, I'd like a black set.

--Steve

Posted by: EdArango Jan 11 2012, 01:46 PM

I'm kinda late to this party....but if there still any left I would like to purchase a set in chrome finish.

Please let me know.
Ed

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Jan 18 2012, 07:16 PM

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 22 2012, 07:36 PM

There are few things that have bitten me, and this is one. Right now I have over 8k wrapped up in this project and not a set of trim to ship.

The only way this will make sense it to complete the project.

With that being said. I have 10 peope that have been very patient. If any one wants a refund or a credit, or whatever will make you happy, I'll do it.

This is where I'm at with these-

The black is in production I will have them in about 2 weeks with the clips in black.
Price will be the same, the clips wil be $1 more as they are refinsied. They will NOT be annodized (at least at this time).

What I had thought would work was polishing the aluminum to a mirror finish and coating it with a product that is made for sealing polished aluminum. We chose POR 15 http://www.por15.com/GLISTEN-PC/productinfo/GPCGG/

The Por15 was pretty thick, and not easy to work with. I tried it myself first wil not so great results. I finally got a friend of mine with a bodyshop shoot it. He had problems also, but I did learn some from it. He said the POR 15 Product was very thick, and with the pretreatment it didn't want to lay down evenly. Same problem I had, but he did make it look beter than I did.

So I have another vendor that I've been using for castings and extrusions that is willing to work with me on a new process that is more like the anodizing that we started with, but it will take some more time. If anyone wants to bail, I understand, but I will get this right unfortunately, it's taking more time money and effort than I had planned.
Below are a few pictures of the best trim. It looks good from about 3 ft, but if you look closely, there are areas that are "clumped" and it didn't lay down evenly.


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Posted by: natebg Jan 22 2012, 07:42 PM

I will continue to wait for these. I am grateful for what you do.

Posted by: mepstein Jan 22 2012, 08:21 PM

I haven't paid yet but I will send money whenever you want it. thanks, mark

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 22 2012, 08:29 PM

Thanks guys. My problem was I assumed what I had done in the past would work. Now that I have got into this further I found that my previous vendor, may not have done exaclty what was asked, as well as finding what I hope is a better process that my previous vendor didn't do.

Posted by: Strudelwagon Jan 22 2012, 08:59 PM

I'm still in.

Posted by: mcbrems Jan 25 2012, 01:34 PM

Wow. What a journey. I'm still in.

Posted by: ptravnic Jan 30 2012, 07:56 PM

Still in - my car still runs fine without them...

Posted by: MDG Jan 30 2012, 08:12 PM

Me too. Ready whenever you are, Mark. Jusy say how much and when you need it.

Posted by: bigkensteele Jan 30 2012, 08:34 PM

I am still in. I can wait another year or two if you need me to. You have worked way too hard for me to bail on you.

Posted by: eric914 Jan 31 2012, 07:13 AM

I'm willing to wait as well.

Posted by: Gudhjem Jan 31 2012, 11:23 AM

I'm still in, no problem. My car's still in 1,000 pieces and wont get to wear these for a while anyway.

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Feb 22 2012, 01:46 PM

I am curious if you have come up with any kind of a timeline yet?

I have found a used piece of chrome trim I can put on but I would rather go with the NEW one that I paid for last year.

If you think it is going to be another 9 months I will just put the used one on. If it is only 60 days I may wait!

Do you have the corners done or did those also go back to the drawing board?

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 22 2012, 03:40 PM

I see this being resolved in about 21 days based upon the production schedule. As allways I will refund the purchase if you wish, I do believe we have it this time. Also the clips are fine as they are OEM.

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Feb 22 2012, 07:10 PM

If they are that close I will hold on for a while longer and see what happens!



Thanks

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 23 2012, 01:22 PM

Sorry it's been this long, I'm really going to be happy when it's done.

Posted by: Strudelwagon Mar 20 2012, 08:20 AM

Not that I was counting the days but.........How did the production schedule go?
Throw us a bone Mikey!
SW

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 20 2012, 01:36 PM

I have these out to my fabricator I use for some of the architectural stuff I do. He's telling me any day now, we will then be trying the new finish. He's also powdercoating the ones that didn't "chrome" the way they should have in black, so I'll have those soon too. I didn't want to put those out there until I resolved the problems with the chrome. I'll poke him some more to get these to me. I sent these out to him as I haven't had much time lately.
-mark

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Mar 28 2012, 03:35 PM

Posted by: finchmunoz Mar 31 2012, 12:48 PM

Hi Mikey...

Im in for a set! will this ship overseas?

Posted by: Strudelwagon Apr 9 2012, 05:33 PM

Posted by: Mikey914 May 18 2012, 01:01 AM

Update-
I've been waiting for my fabricator to bend these up for the next run. It's been long enough, I have a conatact in Germany that can get these for me, I'm getting my hands on some new old stock to fill the orders I have taken the cash on. You guys have been waiting very patiently, it's going to be the best way to fufill these in a more timely manner until I can get my production squared away.
It will still be a few weeks as they are coming from Germany, but they will be OEM.
-Mark

I will still be working on these as I have a ton of cash tied up in the project, so I do have to work out the details, but I shouldn't have jumpe dthe gun on these until I had finished product ready to ship.

Posted by: westo2 Jun 21 2012, 06:40 PM

Any news?

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Jul 20 2012, 10:40 AM

I would love to get another update!

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Aug 7 2012, 07:19 PM

Bump for update!

Posted by: Mikey914 Aug 7 2012, 11:46 PM

They are inbound. I have the inquiry in now. I'll let you know just as soon as I know as I have a few backorders to fill as well as a few new orders that are pending. Not taking any more cash on these until I have them in hand.

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Aug 8 2012, 07:12 AM

Thanks Mark!

Posted by: shelby/914 Aug 8 2012, 09:29 AM

I would really like to get a set. Currently in the process of reassembling my car from a repaint and was going to have the chrome polished since the PO had scuffed them to paint black. Really need a bit of shiny stuff on a black car. Let me know when to PAYPAL $.

Dan

Posted by: mcbrems Aug 8 2012, 05:54 PM

Your timing is impeccable. I am about to take all my trim to be stripped, polished and reanodized. I'll skip the windshield trim if new pieces are coming in soon. How far away are we? A couple days, a week, or a month?

Thanks,
McB

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Aug 8 2012, 06:15 PM

Mark has been working on these for a long time and is just filling the preorders with factory product because his manufacturing still needs to be perfected!

There are a few of us that paid back in March of last year who are quietly waiting!

Mark we you!

Posted by: Mikey914 Aug 23 2012, 11:40 PM

Yes Finally got here and I got all but 2 sets, the next shipment should be here in 2 weeks or less. I have a race this weekend and I'm out early in the morning. I'll be shipping out on Monday.
Thanks to all for your patience.

These are OEM from Germany. However, in looking these over closely, I have noticed a few clues as to how these were done that may allow me to perfect mine, but for now the pipline is flowing from the Fatherland.


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Posted by: watsonrx13 Aug 24 2012, 05:16 AM

Congrats Mike...

--- Rob

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Sep 4 2012, 09:45 PM

Wow! I was on vacation and just saw this..........All I can say is THANKS! I am looking forward to opening the box!!

Posted by: kharma Sep 5 2012, 01:31 PM

Sweeeeeet, thanks for your efforts!

Posted by: eric914 Sep 5 2012, 01:38 PM

Yes, thanks. Will be nice to get some chrome back on the car.

Posted by: echocanyons Sep 5 2012, 10:49 PM

I was one of the oes who paid on the initial GB,any idea if a set is scheduled to ship to me?

Posted by: Mikey914 Sep 6 2012, 01:13 AM

Drop me the email and I can check, I have a hard time connecting usernames to emails. I'll let you know. The rest of these (8), got shipped out today. I do have more inbound, but I think there are only 2 left on the list.
-Mark

Posted by: Richard Casto Sep 6 2012, 01:56 PM

Mark,

I received some shipping info email from you and I assume it is for this GB. Thank you for all of the hard work. I am sure it has taken much more to get this done than you had expected. But you never gave up.

Richard

Posted by: ptravnic Sep 11 2012, 12:54 PM

My patience was rewarded with a delivery from Fedex today.

Thanks, Mark.

Now that the car is nicely painted and have new trim, I'm afraid of screwing something up.

Does anyone know of a good thread outlining the trim installation? Is there an order with which it should clip in?

Thanks in advance,
-pt

Posted by: mcbrems Sep 11 2012, 01:30 PM

I just installed mine last night. I started with the long bottom piece, marked the midpoint using a tape measure, a piece of masking tape, and a marker. I lined it up with the center grill post on the windshield wiper deck. That way I knew it was perfectly centered. Then I pushed the trim onto the clips save for the two end clips,
leaving the trim ends loose to allow maneuvering of the joint couplers into place.

The other two angled pieces were easy to position, just following the curve of the windshield frame. Push them onto the clips, except for the ends, which can then be fitted with the couplers.

My advice - After the couplers are fitted on the trim ends, put a small piece of thin plastic under the outside edge of the coupler before pressing it down into the windshield frame. It will help the coupler slip into position, and will prevent it from gouging the paint when you press downward. Then slip the plastic out when done.

My 2 cents.

McB

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Sep 11 2012, 01:31 PM

I have not received any shipping info yet, did mine go out?

Posted by: natebg Sep 11 2012, 01:39 PM

I have not received any info to submit payment yet. My post is #91.

Posted by: ptravnic Sep 12 2012, 08:30 AM

This is great. Many thanks!

Posted by: mcbrems Sep 12 2012, 04:32 PM

Just FTR and to avoid confusion, I did not opt into the group buy. Instead I had all of my aluminum trim stripped, polished and reanodized. It cost approx $500 for the entire set. I personally feel that the GB is a great value, however I didn't need new if all my other trim was also being refurbished.

It is a miracle to still have access to such a variety of 914 parts. Much thanks!



McB

Posted by: Mikey914 Sep 12 2012, 06:11 PM

I'm still trying to make good on the GB I started. I will be bringing in some extras, and continuing to work on the bugs on mine. But right now I'm not taking any additional orders. When I have some in hand, I'm happy to accomidate, but I don't want to be holding your money and waiting.
-Mark

Posted by: natebg Sep 12 2012, 07:04 PM

I am confused. I am not in the GB? I said I wanted a set on the same day you released the info.

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Sep 26 2012, 11:56 AM

Update please since it has officialy gone 4 weeks and 6 days!

Posted by: shelby/914 Oct 19 2012, 10:58 PM

Any news, anyone? Guess I'll have my old, scratch, set polished?

Posted by: Mikey914 Oct 19 2012, 11:35 PM

I have 3 sets left to get out. I had one that got damaged. I have a call in to see when the rest will be here. I have an additional 5 sets also coming. Should have info this net week.

Posted by: echocanyons Jan 3 2013, 12:15 AM

Speaking of unfulfilled group buys...


Any updates on this one for those that have paid?

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 3 2013, 12:47 AM

Those that have paid should have recieved them. If I missed you drop me a PM with your email you paid with and I'll get it out.
-Mark

Posted by: echocanyons Jan 3 2013, 01:07 AM

Thanks Mark, PM sent.

Posted by: natebg Jan 3 2013, 12:16 PM

Any update on when I can get one?

Posted by: Jeffs9146 Jan 3 2013, 07:54 PM

I got mine and it looked perfect!

Thanks Mark!

Posted by: echocanyons Jan 3 2013, 10:51 PM

I received a tracking number so it looks like it will be arriving shortly.

Thanks for following through with this Mark.

Posted by: echocanyons Jan 8 2013, 09:48 PM

The trim and install parts arrived today, they look great.

Thanks again Mark

Posted by: euro911 Apr 27 2017, 11:12 AM

Whatever became of this?

Posted by: Costa05 Apr 27 2017, 02:09 PM

Needing windshield trim as well.

Posted by: mepstein Apr 27 2017, 02:21 PM

I purchased some windshield trim from Mark last year. It looks perfect. I don't think it was made - in house.

Posted by: euro911 Apr 27 2017, 06:10 PM

Sounds like you got the German imports