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Posted by: RJMII Jul 20 2016, 03:31 PM

A few years ago I was custom machining the emblems like the ones pictured. Then one morning I woke up in the hospital to the news that my house had been cleaned out, my children kidnapped by their mother, and her house keys were on the table.

I took a much needed break from making emblems and I got my life back together. The divorce has been final for a year, I have a nice place to live with a 2 car garage to work put of, and the idea of getting back into making random parts has been on my mind quite a bit recently.

All of the parts files that I created were saved, and more designs could easily be created.

While making them before, I put in a lot of time and effort into developing my talents and fine tuning the process. It feels wrong to let the energy go to waste that I put into something that I enjoyed doing.

I'd be sticking with the $10/digit pricing, and only taking a limited amount of requests at a time.

Right now I'm just checking interest, while I am building a few more cnc machines. I have the router table and the small laser cutter, and have the controls for 3 more cnc setups.

The biggest thing is that I have the question in my mind of "do I build a machine that is usable for small aluminum parts, and is the emblem adventure worth revisiting?" My vote is yes...


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Posted by: Mueller Jul 20 2016, 03:40 PM

Glad to see you back.

If you need some NEMA 23 sized steppers, let me know....no charge.... I might also have a few small servo motors you can have just for the price of shipping.

Posted by: RJMII Jul 20 2016, 03:41 PM

I do, thank you!! I'll pm on FB

Posted by: Mark Henry Jul 20 2016, 03:44 PM

Just a thought, due to the issues you had before I'd say it would be best to build stock so that shipping was instant on all but special order items.

I know you had personal and health problems in the past, so that's why it might be best to only take payment when the product is ready to ship.

Posted by: RJMII Jul 20 2016, 03:50 PM

you mentioned that before; and based on your (much appreciated) previous input, I included various scenarios along with solutions when writing my plan for moving forward.

Posted by: timothy_nd28 Jul 20 2016, 03:51 PM

Is A&PGirl okay with you starting back up? She sent me threatening emails just for taking care and helping you with your prepaid orders.

Posted by: RJMII Jul 20 2016, 03:55 PM

Her input is irrelevant at this point. She insisted that we sign a contract... and everything that you helped with didn't go against the contract, nor will me starting back up and making them go against said contract.

Posted by: KELTY360 Jul 20 2016, 05:38 PM

Glad to see you back and feeling good Jim. Good luck getting up and running again.

Posted by: mepstein Jul 20 2016, 06:09 PM

Crazy Carrie

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 20 2016, 06:39 PM

Damn...I need to send you a new pic of my emblems now that the car has been repainted!

Posted by: aggiezig Jul 20 2016, 06:52 PM

Definitely will be a customer!

Posted by: sb914 Jul 20 2016, 06:56 PM

I would be in for 914-8 5.7

Posted by: Gearup Jul 20 2016, 07:34 PM

I'm in for a 914-8 emblem too:)

Posted by: whitetwinturbo Jul 20 2016, 07:46 PM

Welcome back

I'm in

914-8

Easy does it

Posted by: whatabout1 Jul 20 2016, 07:48 PM

I would be in for a 914-6 2.7

Posted by: My 914 Jul 20 2016, 07:56 PM

Wow! I was about to place a post about where to get these and the answer appeared before I had even asked the question. Will definitely place an order once you're up and running.

Posted by: ClayPerrine Jul 20 2016, 08:17 PM

I want a 4.0 emblem to go with my new six.

Posted by: Mitox Jul 20 2016, 09:11 PM

I'm in for a set when you're ready. I've been looking for custom emblems.

Posted by: ConeDodger Jul 20 2016, 09:48 PM

The big question is, have you seen the kids?

Posted by: Hans Jan Jul 21 2016, 02:44 AM

I'm in for 914-2.3 emblem.

Posted by: mgp4591 Jul 21 2016, 03:02 AM

I'll drop by and see what you can do about a 3.3 emblem!

Posted by: falcor75 Jul 21 2016, 03:30 AM

I had decided against putting any emblems on my car....this just might change my mind..

Posted by: mb911 Jul 21 2016, 04:45 AM

I would be interested in a 914-6 emblem.

Posted by: JOEPROPER Jul 21 2016, 06:52 AM

The MOST important question...

Posted by: Chris H. Jul 21 2016, 07:04 AM

The first run was very good quality. Can be painted, polished, wrapped, machined turned, etc.

Put me down for at least another 914-6 badge. My first one needed to go to a World pal who had a REAL Porsche 6 in his car .

Posted by: RJMII Jul 21 2016, 07:22 AM

Not yet. I have money set aside for a new attorney who has a solid reputation for being able to get full custody for dads. The purjury, abuse of the system, and the revenge ride through the judicial system is all about to be used against the ex.


As for the emblems... I'll get back to cutting and polishing aluminum!

The ones who have posted their requests will be first, and sometime in the near future I'll be surprising people with a PM and picture of the requested emblem.

Posted by: JmuRiz Jul 21 2016, 07:53 AM

I'm interested in a 2.7

Posted by: Scott S Jul 21 2016, 09:38 AM

Definitely in for 3.2.

Glad things are on the up for you. Even at its "best" going through a divorce is awful.

Posted by: whitetwinturbo Jul 21 2016, 10:46 AM

...........jeez, kids are sadly used as leverage too often......

Posted by: PanelBilly Jul 21 2016, 11:31 AM

could you do an OUTLAW in the matching font?

Posted by: draucci Jul 21 2016, 12:45 PM

Jim,

Bought a few from you in the past. They were beautiful. I would definitely be interested in a few more.

Posted by: malcolm2 Jul 21 2016, 12:54 PM

question to the folks that have these mounted.... how do you attach them? Just use the 3M stuff for auto molding & emblems from the parts store?

Posted by: maf914 Jul 21 2016, 03:09 PM

I would be interested in a couple of emblems also. I have the same question as above regarding mounting.

Posted by: Chris H. Jul 21 2016, 10:22 PM

Yes, I think 3M automotive adhesive.

Like this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/3M-Auto-Plastic-Emblem-Trim-Adhesive-1oz-tube-03601-Glue-Badge-Logo-Decal-/141108551008?hash=item20dab99d60&vxp=mtr

Here's one stuck on and painted black. He spent a lot of time lining that up juuuust right but it's not hard to do at all.

Posted by: Curbandgutter Jul 21 2016, 10:36 PM

Put me in for a set. 914-8 5.0

Posted by: Steve Jul 21 2016, 10:37 PM

I'll take a 914-6 3.2
No hurry... My car has a rear reflector today with big holes that I would have to fix first.

Posted by: mmascari Jul 21 2016, 10:57 PM

I'll take a 914-6 3.0

Posted by: malcolm2 Jul 22 2016, 06:46 AM

I like and currently have the OEM black. Yours looks nice.

Posted by: malcolm2 Jul 22 2016, 06:50 AM

I see that you have "1.9". My "914" is OEM metal, but since I upped the 1.8 engine to a 1911, it would be cool to up the badge too.
Plus those late badges were plastic.

Put me down for a "1.9"

Clark

Posted by: jd74914 Jul 22 2016, 08:21 AM

I'd like a 2.5T emblem.

Posted by: Catorse Jul 22 2016, 08:35 AM

I will take A 2.7

Posted by: The Cabinetmaker Jul 22 2016, 08:35 AM

I just have a 2.1L, but of love a badge for it.

Posted by: RJMII Aug 23 2016, 12:58 PM

Quick update:

New machine is ready to be wired and configured, then I can get to cutting.


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Posted by: sb914 Aug 23 2016, 01:12 PM

Sweet,can't wait!

Posted by: RJMII Aug 23 2016, 02:22 PM

Would you like it to have the 'T' at an angle like this, or would you prefer that I match the non-italics font of the 2.5?


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Posted by: Rand Aug 23 2016, 02:31 PM

This should probably be moved into the vendors area before marketing gets used in the garage more often. It's worked for Mikey too, but just feels a little questionable if it keeps happening.

Posted by: RJMII Aug 23 2016, 02:48 PM

Hmmm... you're right, it did somehow turn that direction. Good point.

Posted by: Rand Aug 23 2016, 02:52 PM

Love ya man. I'll always send work your way.

Posted by: blackmoon Aug 23 2016, 03:19 PM

I would like a 914 -?

Posted by: kid914 Aug 23 2016, 06:28 PM

Outlaw??

Rebel???

Posted by: My 914 Aug 24 2016, 07:46 PM

I had sent a PM about getting a 914-8. I had not seen it in black until I saw some of the other pictures on this thread. The black is nice! Is it flat/matte? On a car with black trim, I think its the way to go.

Posted by: RJMII Aug 24 2016, 07:55 PM

In reference to Rand's comment on moving the thread... I'd like to keep this thread here, and then start a new one in the spot he suggested. Meanwhile, I'd like to post pictures of the cnc build and process of making the emblems here. Maybe even continue wits the various ideas on finishes and mounting suggestions, as they're garage type of topics.

The black emblem really did turn out well. I don't remember if I painted that one, or not.

Anyone know who it was that sandblasted theirs for the brushed aluminum look? They might have posted a picture of it in their build thread, but it had a nice look to it.

Posted by: RJMII Aug 24 2016, 07:58 PM

Wait, what? I'm looking at the way your punctuation is, and picturing an emblem with the questionmark in place of the last number... like a subtle way to say "guess how many pistons are working today..."

Posted by: RickS Aug 25 2016, 08:11 AM

Great to see you getting past life's curves and getting toward production. I'd take a 914-6. Mucho grass.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 25 2016, 10:27 AM

918-S

Posted by: Chris H. Aug 25 2016, 11:16 AM

Yes Rick! Was just thinking the alien needed one. The quality is very good. It'd look great in silver or painted black or green.

Posted by: My 914 Aug 25 2016, 07:27 PM

Does anyone know if there is an adhesive available that would allow an emblem to be removed easily without damaging it or the car's finish? If there were, it would give one the option of changing emblems or leaving them off completely depending on the day, the event, or one's mood. Its always nice to have options.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 25 2016, 07:32 PM

I don't know why I never got one. The last time around I think I helped fund the CNC rebuild when it fried but just forgot to order one. Anywho. Great emblems and home built equipment to boot.

Posted by: malcolm2 Sep 20 2016, 08:59 AM

did you start another thread on this....? Just curious if you have an update or timeline?

Thanks

Posted by: RJMII Sep 20 2016, 11:55 AM

Timeline, yes. Today, tomorrow, and Thursday are all emblem cutting days. The machine is functional and calibrated. I ran some old code on it and it starts and stops the spindle, and each axis has proper movement.

Oh, and no new thread. What should I post a video of the machine cutting?

Posted by: RJMII Sep 20 2016, 12:03 PM

I could try to machine one that has a magnetic strip on the back of it. That would make the magnet and emblem the same shape.

Posted by: malcolm2 Oct 12 2016, 09:58 AM

Hey, how is this project going? I see the original poster was last active 9-20.

Clark

Posted by: NeunEinVier Oct 12 2016, 06:00 PM

Thanks for posting a video, will be cool to see the machine in action.

Posted by: RJMII Oct 12 2016, 09:37 PM

hey all;

sorry, I got to cutting and pushing the machine so I could find the weak spots. It had a little bit of flex and I took it apart and reinforced it in a couple of spots.

Then I got distracted with a fancy 3d scanner... and have been working away on another 914 product design.

I'm back to cutting again and I'll get that video posted! Thank you for bumping the thread; the notification email was a great reminder that you're all waiting for me to be up and running and posting media content.

Posted by: Mueller Oct 12 2016, 10:00 PM

Get those motors I sent you?

Posted by: RJMII Oct 12 2016, 10:13 PM

uhh... no. did you have a tracking number on them? I'll got check the mail again, see if they showed up after I checked this afternoon before running errands.

Posted by: RJMII Oct 12 2016, 10:25 PM

I just checked the tracking number; and it looks like we get to talk to USPS :-( it wasn't where they claimed it would be.

Posted by: SKL1 Oct 12 2016, 10:35 PM

I'd be interested in 914 2.0 that looks OEM.

Thx.

Posted by: 23e Heure Oct 13 2016, 04:09 PM

I'll take a gold 914 GT

Posted by: My 914 Oct 14 2016, 06:05 AM

Appreciate the follow up. Glad to hear you're up and running again.

Posted by: RobW Oct 14 2016, 06:23 AM

I could use a 914-6 emblem. Thx

Posted by: Kansas 914 Oct 14 2016, 07:21 AM

I really like the magnetic backing concept...... One could change emblems at will. It could be fun at 914 events.

Posted by: 23e Heure Dec 2 2016, 03:43 PM

I am happy to wait patiently for Jim to start making these again.

In the meantime, can anyone tell me the correct dimensions for the 914-GT emblem?

Thanks!

Posted by: RJMII Dec 2 2016, 03:51 PM

Just under 8 inches wide, 3/4 inches tall...

OUTLAW emblem has been drawn, too.

Posted by: 23e Heure Dec 2 2016, 04:05 PM

Thanks Jim, that was quick!
Keep us posted when you are up and running with these.

Posted by: RJMII Dec 2 2016, 04:37 PM

I just happened to be sitting at my computer with all of the right screens open.


The emblems are now at the top of my priority list for projects; thank you for bumping the thread and being patient while I get back up and running.

Posted by: sb914 Jan 19 2017, 10:06 AM

Posted by: StratPlayer Jan 19 2017, 11:30 AM

I want a 2.1 liter emblem, since I live in Salt Lake I can pick it up.

Posted by: kid914 Jan 19 2017, 06:47 PM

In for and outlaw

Posted by: RJMII Jan 19 2017, 07:02 PM

It's almost as if you guys can tell when I'm working on emblems... lol

The past few days I have been plugging away here and there at more efficient methods of machining with the new cnc. fine tuning about a dozen and a half designs.

This is just a progress thread, I'll start an order thread in the member vendor section when I have a large stash of emblems on my workbench.


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Posted by: SO.O.C914er Jan 19 2017, 10:49 PM

Count me in for a 2.1 in silver.

Posted by: turbonet Jan 20 2017, 12:30 AM

I need a 2.0TT emblem.

Posted by: RJMII Jan 20 2017, 06:36 AM

I'm still working on this one, too... i'm hoping to have this style available mid-summer.


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Posted by: malcolm2 Jan 20 2017, 06:39 AM

Please bump this thread when your order thread is up.

Posted by: Rleog Jan 20 2017, 01:32 PM

I hope you can get this going. If so, I'll take a 914-RS

Thanks

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Posted by: Niklas Feb 13 2017, 01:34 PM

I want a 912-6 emblem.
Can you make it for me?



With _6


Niklas

Posted by: RJMII Apr 2 2017, 06:48 PM

Yes, I'll add it to the list. I'm spending all week on emblems. The weather forecast says comfortable garage temperatures are in the near future; and I'll make a thread in member vendors area for the selling part.

Posted by: RickS Apr 2 2017, 09:39 PM

Approximate price? Or just a 914-6?

Posted by: RJMII Apr 2 2017, 09:55 PM

I don't know. It's got me stumped for machining at the moment.

the simple 914-x emblems are $10/digit (unless aluminum prices go up again) plus shipping.

Posted by: Rleog Apr 3 2017, 08:34 AM

Good to see you back, Jim.

Can you put me down for a 914-RS

Thanks

Posted by: Justinp71 Apr 3 2017, 01:37 PM

Glad to see your back at it. I would take a 914-6 and a 3.2 emblem.

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Posted by: RJMII May 12 2017, 08:25 AM

CNC machine operating system crashed. It's been a long process of switching from Ubuntu to debian. The machine seems to be running stable *fingers crossed*
So, anyone who sends a PM with emblem request will be put on the list for the weekend.
*cheers*

Posted by: 76-914 May 12 2017, 10:54 AM

Jim, I'd take a 914-6. Thx, Kent

Posted by: Mitox May 13 2017, 07:39 AM

PM on its way for a 914-6

Thanks

Posted by: malcolm2 May 19 2017, 11:54 AM

any update on this? You were talking about LAST weekend, right?

Posted by: RJMII May 19 2017, 11:59 AM

Yeah, it's carrying over to this weekend. Trying to get 35 emblems cut out in one weekend didn't work.

Posted by: theer May 19 2017, 12:02 PM

Did you get my PM? Need a regular old 914 (black if you can)

Thanks,
Tom

Posted by: Coondog May 19 2017, 02:17 PM

Add me to the 914-6 and 3.2 crowd.

Posted by: sb914 May 22 2017, 06:35 PM

Sooooooo

Posted by: RJMII May 23 2017, 12:04 AM

I'm still working on them. I've only had an hour or 3 of strength each day, but I keep plugging away at my projects.

The edges keep coming out all jagged like this. I hate to send out garbage, especially when I know they're going on some really nice cars. It seems that there have been a lot of little things that keep getting in the way of my perfectionism and ability to get back in the groove of making a quality product as quickly as I had hoped.


Having unfilled emblem requests is getting to me. I'm going to get a good night's sleep and try again in the morning.
The emblems and doing 914 stuff again has been somewhat of a C-PTSD trigger for me but, thankfully a couple of members of the 914 community here have been understanding and encouraging.

I do apologize for the time it's taken me to get back into the swing of things and make emblems again.

Metal chips have been flying off the cnc, and I have over a dozen styles drawn... In several formats...



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