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Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 16 2014, 12:54 AM

Yes, I've been working on these for awhile. The fist ones were copies of the best I could find, and not as good as OEM, I made then as cast molds using catalyzed rubber. Sometimes it didn't flow all the way as the pressure required to make these meant that I wound up throwing out about 1/2 of the ones I made. I cheated the formulation to make it flow better and found that didn't work as well.

The only choice was aluminum tooling. It can take the pressure and allow for using a compound that flows and and looks correct.

Well I finally did it. I actually improved the little skinny part on the back edge of the seal so that it actually fills the little void in the indentation on the inside of the door. This is something the OEM current version does, but it's a little loose.

So below is a picture of the OEM and one of my seals. Guess which one is mine.

I'm posting in larger files so you can zoom in on the details.

This is one of the big projects I've been trying to get off my plate for about 18 months.


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Posted by: CptTripps Jan 16 2014, 01:19 AM

Those look perfect. I'm in!

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 16 2014, 01:31 AM

Inside, inside, top and right are mine.

Posted by: ConeDodger Jan 16 2014, 01:35 AM

Do I have to???

Posted by: Niklas Jan 16 2014, 04:33 AM

3 sets for me.

Posted by: walterolin Jan 16 2014, 07:10 AM

Early and late the same?

I'm in for one set, early.

Posted by: raw1298 Jan 16 2014, 07:17 AM

Nice.

Posted by: 914_teener Jan 16 2014, 07:26 AM

Wow......very cool....I am in for set Mark.

Posted by: FourBlades Jan 16 2014, 08:42 AM

How do you have time to make all these killer parts???

I still have a set of your last batch that I have not even installed yet...

Let me put those on my car and then I can order the replacements.

John

Posted by: ThePaintedMan Jan 16 2014, 08:58 AM

These are awesome Mark! I've been waiting for these to come down in price a little before ordering a set. They'll be on my next round of goodies to order from you for sure. Thanks for all of your hard work.

Posted by: billh1963 Jan 16 2014, 08:59 AM

I'm in for one set

Posted by: no1uno Jan 16 2014, 09:04 AM

I'll take a set.

Posted by: mharmon Jan 16 2014, 09:33 AM

I'm in for a set

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 16 2014, 10:48 AM

Early and late are the same.

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 16 2014, 10:51 AM

These are the tip of the iceburg. I'm doing a ton of stuff for Stoddard too!
It's how I have been able to afford to make the tooling for this and more new stuff.

Posted by: 7275914911 Jan 16 2014, 11:03 AM

+1 SET..
I will maybe soon have doors worthy of putting these in?

Thanks, Mark...

Posted by: IM101 Jan 16 2014, 11:05 AM

Seriously Awesome! I wish I could be a fraction as good of a vendor as you! I will probably be ordering a bit here in the next couple months to finally, hopefully get my own 914 on the road =)

Posted by: David_S Jan 16 2014, 11:22 AM

Heck I need a set of these also !!!

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jan 16 2014, 12:10 PM

Mark,

As always thanks for making parts like this - the community appreciates it.

I am in for one set in the group buy - cheers!

Posted by: McMark Jan 16 2014, 02:58 PM

Hella dope! I'll take two sets.

Posted by: toolguy Jan 16 2014, 03:00 PM

One set please. . Thanks Mark

Posted by: 9146BRUCE Jan 16 2014, 04:49 PM

Hi will take a set.
Bruce

Posted by: turk22 Jan 16 2014, 07:18 PM

Mark,

I'm in for one set as well.

Any chance I can combine with some other seals I need? I can get a list together.

If not, no biggie, I still definitely want one set.

thx, Turk

Posted by: db9146 Jan 16 2014, 07:27 PM

I'll take a pair.

Posted by: Racer Chris Jan 16 2014, 07:49 PM

After a good external fit is acheived, my biggest concern is that the glass will sit deep enough that the top cap isn't deformed, causing a leak point.

Posted by: kid914 Jan 16 2014, 07:49 PM

I m in for a set.
Great work.
Thanks

Posted by: Pat Garvey Jan 16 2014, 08:04 PM

Mark - still waiting!!!!!
Pat

Posted by: nsyr Jan 16 2014, 08:48 PM

I'm in for a set

Posted by: bigkensteele Jan 16 2014, 09:23 PM

I'm in.

Posted by: 914four Jan 16 2014, 09:39 PM

One set please.

Kelvin

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 17 2014, 02:16 AM

Yes Pat,
Your name came up the other day. I still have the files, just need to make tooling.

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 17 2014, 02:32 AM

Well, after Chris's response I decided to do the install on a car not just a door. With all the parts in it. I did forget how much fun this was last time.

All this working at night I should change my company name to midnight auto supply?????

Actually I did find that the dimensions are spot on. The issue Chris brought up, isn't a problem on mine. The biggest problem is trying to wrangle the seal and bar into place without having it creep up on the bar. Well I found a good way to do it.



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Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 17 2014, 02:36 AM

It's late and dark and I'm taking pictures with a flashlight in my mouth as the flash on the camera is creating glare and making it look fuzzy, but these are the best pics I can get right now.

I do plan on doing a full write up in a few weeks. These will be ready in about 18 days so sometime before I start shipping. But these do look good installed.


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Posted by: euro911 Jan 17 2014, 03:18 AM

I recently replaced an old tattered one on the 'BB' that had been bugging me for years (passenger side), so I think I'm OK there ... need to check my wife's car next. Will probably order a pair as her car will be getting all new rubber everywhere else during the restoration.

You never cease to amaze us with your new bringings, Mark

Posted by: Racer Chris Jan 17 2014, 05:56 AM

I want 6 sets.

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 18 2014, 11:14 PM

Thanks guys looks like 22 sets so far.

Posted by: euro911 Jan 19 2014, 01:09 AM

I counted 29 sets (not including: cool, nice, do I have to?, next time, and maybe)

Posted by: rmdinmd Jan 19 2014, 02:53 AM

add me to the list for one set.

Posted by: JmuRiz Jan 19 2014, 08:40 AM

I'm in for one set, probably some other seals as well...but we'll discuss what I need when it's time to order/pay.

Posted by: rudedude Jan 19 2014, 10:20 AM

I will need 2 sets, let me know when and how to pay.
Jule

Posted by: Steve Jan 19 2014, 11:17 AM

I will take a set.
thanks for doing this!!

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 19 2014, 03:48 PM

As soon as I have the parts in full production I'll start taking the cash. Should be about a week before I have the material in and a few days before I can process it, so I'd say about 12 days.
Mark

Posted by: sbsix Jan 19 2014, 04:05 PM

I'm in for a set.

Posted by: 914_8 Jan 19 2014, 11:48 PM

put me down for a set (1975)

Posted by: Harpo Jan 20 2014, 06:18 AM

I will take a set

Thanks

David

Posted by: eyesright Jan 20 2014, 08:41 AM

Actually I only need the right one if available. Otherwise add me to your list for 1 pair. Thanks.

Posted by: aharder Jan 20 2014, 08:50 AM

I'll take a set

Posted by: rick 918-S Jan 20 2014, 09:32 AM

I'm in for a set.

Posted by: jcd914 Jan 20 2014, 09:36 AM

Add me to the list for 1 set.

Jim

Posted by: ConeDodger Jan 20 2014, 09:47 AM

Oh and Mark, I want my set installed...

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 20 2014, 10:45 AM

Don't we all. They are a pain to install but I'm thinking a tutorial will help.
Mark

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 20 2014, 10:50 AM

I'll do one side only if you want, but it'll be $60. Only during the group buy as once I start putting them in inventory, it becomes a pain to keep track of and if I sell 20 right and o extra lefts, I now have to go back into production early to have sets. It's more of a wildcard for me and makes inventory a pain to manage. That's why most everything I sell is sets.

So until I close the GB yes.
Mark

Posted by: JamesM Jan 20 2014, 11:35 AM

Neat!

I am in for 3 sets!

-James

Posted by: euro911 Jan 20 2014, 12:40 PM

I replaced one about a year ago - I don't remember it being all that difficult

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jan 20 2014, 02:44 PM

Didn't you tell me Dianne installed that one?

Posted by: euro911 Jan 20 2014, 05:27 PM

That's just plain silly, she doesn't know s#it about cars (except where the go pedal and radio knobs are)

IIRC, she was busy at the time ... writing an aeronautical instruction manual - "Landing Gear Deployment for Dummies"

Posted by: sic6 Jan 20 2014, 05:39 PM

Hi Mark

It's Paul (porbmw)....
I've been having problems with my member (don't ask... ) so had to assume a new identity for a while (double don't ask.. ...Woody can probably relate to some of this...)

Anyway, can you sign me up for a set...and I'll PM you re a prior email that I haven't heard back on re some parts stuff, including correct screwdrivers, etc

Thanks

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 21 2014, 10:53 AM

No problem Paul,
I'll check the email. Got you down for a set.

Posted by: zerliq Jan 21 2014, 11:27 AM

I'll take a set. Thanks

Posted by: tweet Jan 26 2014, 10:54 PM

i'm in for one set

Posted by: 74 sunflower 914 Jan 27 2014, 04:36 PM

I would like a set.

Posted by: earossi Jan 27 2014, 05:15 PM

Please put me down for one set and advise as to payment method.

I just purchased your bumper toppers and am both amazed and thankful that you have established a cottage industry to keep these cars alive.

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 28 2014, 12:32 AM

Thanks,
I'll start taking money as soon as I get the product ready to ship. I'm awaiting raw material to show up. should be about 8-10 days, thenm I can start crainking these out.

Posted by: hndyhrr Jan 28 2014, 10:12 AM

I'm in for a set for 1970 Thanks

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 29 2014, 01:40 AM

Well,
I've been awaiting the materials to ship from the east coast, and wasn't supposed to see them til next week, but I was able to procure enough to get started on these got 10 sets done and more in the morning. I'll be contacting yall in tomorrow to start getting these out the door to you. I also went to a slightly softer rubber to make them even easier to install.

Finally cranking out some parts

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 29 2014, 03:53 AM

PM's sent to all, now off to bed so I can start making these in the morning

Posted by: nine11speedster Jan 29 2014, 08:31 AM

one for me please if its not too late.

Posted by: Chris H. Jan 29 2014, 08:50 AM

If these sit around inside in a box for a couple years until I paint my car they'll still be good right? If so I'll take a set.

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 29 2014, 12:53 PM

Yes, they are stable and will hold up for years (hopefully you don't need too many) . I'll forward the info.
Thx mark

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 4 2014, 12:38 AM

Production run complete. I'm closing the Group buy out on the 14th. They are on the website if you want them-
http://shop.914rubber.com/914-Triangle-window-seals-set-of-2-one-left-one-right-914TRIW2.htm

Posted by: raw1298 Feb 4 2014, 06:32 AM

Just got mine over the weekend. These are very nice and a great price! I was ready to pay more than twice the price on evil bay. If the rest of you haven't ordered yet, you are gonna miss out on a great deal!

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 4 2014, 04:44 PM

Thanks for the props
These are caught up and many of you will have yours in the mailbox shortly.
Thanks to all that stepped up to help make these possible
Mark

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 8 2014, 05:50 PM

I planned to do a thread on the install for these this weekend but got 12" of snow. Next weekend I'll get one posted. These do require dissassembly of much of the door parts. The aluminum pillar that holds the triangle window has to be moved back at the very least. The seal with the window in it will not fit into the door, and the top cap will not sit correctly unless it's seated all the way down. You can see from my midnight installation that I removed the bar, fitted the seal with the window in it, and attached the cap before reinstalling. The shrink wrap was a very helpfull part of the install.

It is required to move the bar back at the very least, and it was faster to install the way I did. I will get step by step pictures next weekend.

-Mark

Posted by: mepstein Feb 8 2014, 10:09 PM

Mark - I'll take a set. thanks, Mark nevermind. I looked at mine and they are actually in good shape.

Posted by: Mblizzard Feb 9 2014, 01:16 PM

Mark I have to check to be sure but I am in for a set.

Posted by: Dasnowman Feb 9 2014, 03:06 PM

I'm in for a set for my 1971!

Posted by: 914_teener Feb 9 2014, 03:53 PM

Paypal sent.

Posted by: euro911 Feb 9 2014, 05:00 PM

Check is in the mail, Mark (no friggin PP fees)

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 12 2014, 11:47 AM

Stupid windows phone...... Double post

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 12 2014, 11:47 AM

Just a few days left

Posted by: JmuRiz Feb 12 2014, 12:34 PM

Just submitted my order

I'll do another order later (914/6 hand throttle, carpets etc) once I figure out what I need...but wanted to get in on this.
Thanks, as always

Posted by: sbsix Feb 12 2014, 06:23 PM

Mark just got around to ordering the last couple of offerings off your great web-site including the window triangles. I don't know how you find the time to get all these great pieces designed & made to offer; I can't keep up with you! But please don't stop.

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 12 2014, 10:56 PM

Thanks, more cool stuff on the way. I've been a little sidetracked with 356 and 911 stuff, but there still are more 914 things that need made.

about 24 hrs left on this one.

Posted by: plas76targa Feb 13 2014, 07:43 AM

Mark,
Please count me in for one set. Will you send PM when ready?

Matt

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 13 2014, 10:52 AM

These are ready an I have them up on the site at the GB price.

http://shop.914rubber.com/914-Triangle-window-seals-set-of-2-one-left-one-right-914TRIW2.htm

I may leave it open a little longer for a few straglers

Posted by: Mblizzard Feb 13 2014, 11:27 AM

Placed my order! Any good install instructions?

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 13 2014, 01:09 PM

I plan to do an install thread over the weekend.

Posted by: Chris H. Feb 14 2014, 06:41 AM

Done. Added the vertical targa seals I've needed for 10 years too. Thanks Mark! So easy to order from the website!

Posted by: 914_teener Feb 14 2014, 10:09 AM

Got mine in the mail yesterday.

Impressive.

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 14 2014, 11:21 AM

Last day to save a bunch of cash.