Gauging Interest - GT Front / Rear Valance Options

[RiqueMar]

Those members that may have seen my project thread recently may recall that this last summer I had a HELL of a time working with a set of front, rear and side-valences. I don't want to speak poorly, but let's just say after digging in to this portion of a modification / restoration, I came to the conclusion the product could have been produced much better.

As we have FRP capability in-house from the manufacture of our driving and racing simulators, I would now like to offer sets of these to the 914 community. Unique to this product, is the ability to mount the front valance to the car body using 2x studs, making the installation, removal and adjustment much easier than the stock-setup. Additionally, the rear valance is pre-cut and setup for dual-exhaust using the same dimension and shape as the stock rear valance.

What I can guarantee from the end-product...
- Superior quality and materials
- On-time production and delivery
- A great product, requiring significantly less work and a better fit-and-finish

I've attached a few photos of the modeling process and we are currently making molds, with the first pieces expected in the next few days. Eager to get feedback from the community, and look forward to any comments. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bye1.gif)

[Chris914n6]

Factory bits since your car has been molested. Screws thru body into spoiler and a bolt+washer/rubber spacer/washer+nut at the fender.

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broken tab...
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[RiqueMar]

Hi Everyone! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bye1.gif)

Update on this project, we now have molds! Additionally, after reflecting on the feedback from members on the site (thank you all, it can only make the end-product better) I have decided to incorporate a second mounting tab suitable for a car with a cooler cut-out. Should the customer not want this, we will remove it at no-charge, and the piece can be mounted as in my original photos at the beginning of the thread.

Further, I'm happy to say that purchasing these units, you will be receiving a superior product. Many product producers simply lay-down a fiberglass sheet and glass it in with resin, or use a 'chop' machine. Our process relies on a product that is hand-laid in different portions and multiple layers, and stays in the mold longer for a better end-result.

You might ask, "But Enrique, why is this hand laid process better?". The reason is two-fold...
1) Hand-laying the material allows the fiberglass to interlock more tightly, creating a stronger and more durable product that is less susceptible to warp over time, in different temperature ranges and different conditions. Additionally, there are significantly less imperfections on the out-side portion, as opposed to a 'sprayed' method that may have air-bubbles that need to be filled in.
2) Hand-laying fiberglass in parts also allows it to cure properly, as the product will heat-up as it catalyzes. The end result, is a better, more uniform end product that will need significantly less adjustment, bodywork, and headaches.

I plan on offering an initial run of these at $175.00 a piece for the front or rear, or $340.00 for the set, plus shipping. Stay tuned, rockers coming soon. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)