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> Fiberglass Sheridan front end - P 7 /8, Now done will have body in white soon!
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post May 6 2021, 02:46 PM
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We have a fiberglass with the headlight delete option. The louvers are another animal. We have to start from scratch on what we have and I have the Saratoga tops in line 1st, so it will be awhile before we could get to that.

Let me know if you want the one we have made up.

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Mark,

I'm interested in the one you have made up. I sent you a PM...

Thanks,

Mike
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post May 6 2021, 02:51 PM
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What is the price point on these again?
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post May 10 2021, 01:49 PM
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The GT's are a little more in that they use the factory type glass and the balsa was more than I thought it would be. Believe it or not there is a shortage...???

I should be able to crunch the numbers and post up shortly. Just got back in this morning from a 5 day marathon trp.

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post May 10 2021, 03:31 PM
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QUOTE(Mikey914 @ May 10 2021, 03:49 PM) *

The GT's are a little more in that they use the factory type glass and the balsa was more than I thought it would be. Believe it or not there is a shortage...???

I should be able to crunch the numbers and post up shortly. Just got back in this morning from a 5 day marathon trp.

Mark


How about Bass wood? almost as light as balsa.

If you were close I'd give you a couple thousand board feet of kiln dried Bass wood.
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post May 10 2021, 04:41 PM
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The balsa we bought was specially scored to be laid up in fiberglass, but given the issues we had getting it it might be worth looking at alternatives. I think the amount of material we are using there may be a small weight difference. I'd have to play with it to see how it would work.
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post May 11 2021, 11:57 PM
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Id be interested in the front carbon fiber with light deletes.
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post Sep 27 2021, 11:32 AM
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Laid up the front end mold. Will have pics in a day or 2.


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post Sep 27 2021, 11:34 AM
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Accounts for flairs, oil cooler cut out, air dam and turn signal deletes all in one.


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post Oct 6 2021, 12:18 PM
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Out of the molds! One piece with lip edge to help with alignment.

Still need to clean up but now we have the hoods, the rear fenders, the door skins, and soon the rocker panels.

Also another surprise part will be ready soon.


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post Oct 6 2021, 06:28 PM
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QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Oct 6 2021, 10:18 AM) *

Out of the molds! One piece with lip edge to help with alignment.

Still need to clean up but now we have the hoods, the rear fenders, the door skins, and soon the rocker panels.

Also another surprise part will be ready soon.

I like! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)
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post Oct 7 2021, 07:40 AM
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The only problem we are having is shipping. Thinking that we can crate a complete kit and ship most cost effectively. It's one of the reasons we had not really been promoting the parts. If you have a couple hindered in shipping and a crating charge, it would be best spread out over the complete kit.
Looking at a kit comprised of
front end piece (as shown)
2 rear fenders
front hood
rear hood
door skins
rocker panels
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post Oct 7 2021, 08:21 AM
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other than a rear decklid with a spoiler i have most of the other fiberglass i intend to use, the front end can be made easier to ship by cleckoing aluminum on the outside then cutting it in half or thirds or whatever fits in the box best. but you can always sway me with your quality goodies
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post Oct 7 2021, 09:55 AM
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We can do that. The issue I was starting to look at is it's relative. There is a cost to segment the part. There is also a cost to crate and ship both ways. From what I can tell, it looks like it's about a wash. Knowing that it would be easier (and stronger) to do as one piece. I had originally thought that it would significantly reduce cost as the crate is smaller, but still have to build one.
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post Oct 7 2021, 10:08 AM
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post Oct 7 2021, 10:18 AM
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QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Oct 7 2021, 07:55 AM) *

We can do that. The issue I was starting to look at is it's relative. There is a cost to segment the part. There is also a cost to crate and ship both ways. From what I can tell, it looks like it's about a wash. Knowing that it would be easier (and stronger) to do as one piece. I had originally thought that it would significantly reduce cost as the crate is smaller, but still have to build one.

Im still in, just hit me with a price
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post Oct 7 2021, 10:37 AM
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Will do after WCR. Im heading out to the day job for 4 days, then pack and drive.
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Will do after WCR. Im heading out to the day job for 4 days, then pack and drive.
Mark

No problem!
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All of these parts look great!

curious to know if you are considering making stock or GT flared front fenders in fiberglass. I'm sure as most of you are aware, looks like QRS is gone.

Thanks, Kelly
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post Oct 25 2021, 03:09 PM
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We can, would need to make a mold. Anyone have a set hanging out?
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I have always enjoyed this thread and thought these Carbon Fiber deck lids and frunks looked great. I wonder if those who have purchased either the Carbon or Fiberglass versions could provide some pics of fitment on your 914's?

I love everything 914 Rubber does, but it would still be nice to see how these products fit on actual 914's in the field, as, after 50 years, everyone's car is probably a little different. Also, @Mikey914 , did you ever create a FG or CF engine lid?
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