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> OT: Custom Reverse Lights, Very cool, if I do say so myself...
McMark
post Jan 11 2008, 06:51 PM
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I just finished another custom part for this 67 Squareback I'm building and I had to share.

The owner wanted the bumper mounted reverse lights removed and these 'functionless' reflectors (just like on a bike) turned into reverse lights.

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I ordered two 3" diameter by 2" tall chunks of acrylic from McMaster-Carr.

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The machine shop turned them into these great lenses based on the drawings I supplied them.

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This VERY VERY bright white LED pack fits inside perfectly.

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Then I bead blasted the inside for an even texture and polished the outside so it will stay clean.

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I'm really psyched about how well these turned out. I was fully expecting more complicated issues. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/boldblue.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)
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post Jan 11 2008, 07:00 PM
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Do they work? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)
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post Jan 11 2008, 07:03 PM
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Why would you want them to work? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Jan 11 2008, 07:10 PM
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As long as they look cool, who cares! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drunk.gif) Nice work.
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post Jan 11 2008, 07:17 PM
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Nice Job.
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post Jan 11 2008, 07:26 PM
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Yes, they work. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

The first picture I let the camera adjust to the bright light. The room is fully lit, but seems completely dark.

The second picture, I locked the focus, and then lit the LEDs.


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post Jan 11 2008, 08:31 PM
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post Jan 11 2008, 08:43 PM
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Nice work! I dig squarebacks! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif)
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post Jan 11 2008, 10:05 PM
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Nice work Mark! I want to see the final install (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) I gotta get me a Mcmaster catalog
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post Jan 11 2008, 10:08 PM
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I like square backs and notch backs, but I really like '67 bugs like this.


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post Jan 11 2008, 10:18 PM
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QUOTE(McMark @ Jan 11 2008, 04:51 PM) *

I just finished another custom part for this 67 Squareback I'm building and I had to share.


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can't wait to see the new suspension and wheels! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)

are you going to paint it too?
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post Jan 11 2008, 11:33 PM
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What, these ol' things! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)


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post Jan 12 2008, 12:25 AM
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More pix of that Sqaureback Mark!!
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post Jan 12 2008, 12:32 AM
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Okay, how about a completely custom dash with a fabricated radio mount, relocated ashtray and heater control, full car width dash extension (added 1.5" at the bottom), fabricated aux gauge pods on both sides of the steering column.
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It's also got a slide away PS2 that hides under the dash.
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Modified wiper mechanism. The original wiper location would foul the radio install. (this picture is before the lower dash extension)
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Power windows which are operated by the stock winder. Push up on the winder to raise, push down to lower.
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One of two amps mounted in the front trunk, added the center bump to clear the PS2, and added hood shocks.
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This is about 40% of the modifications this car is getting. I still have to do, a hidden compressor to pump up bicycle wheels or flat tires, a custom wood roof rack that doubles as a bike rack, remote battery terminals for jump starting/charging, rear seat video monitor that hides in a custom center fold away arm rest, lots of fiberglass work for the stereo install, of course a 2056 Type IV, seat heaters, and more...
When it's all done, it will look VERY stock. Original looking, yet Custom. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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post Jan 12 2008, 12:47 AM
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QUOTE(McMark @ Jan 11 2008, 10:32 PM) *

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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/slap.gif) california wussies ...


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post Jan 12 2008, 12:49 AM
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You know you want them....
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post Jan 12 2008, 08:41 AM
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i see a future showcase article for HotVW magazine.

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post Jan 12 2008, 09:00 AM
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Sweet lights home chicken! I live on the wrong coast for cool shizzit. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)
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post Jan 12 2008, 08:14 PM
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post Jan 12 2008, 09:48 PM
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