I'm not sure about you, but I've been looking around at the cost and availability of engine compartment seals, and I'm amazed at how expensive these are. Mine were all baked off from a fire, and I must replace all.

I can make these, but to break even on the die I need to find 40 people that would buy them at $50.

I might just have them made if there is enough serious interest.

I'm not sure that there's that much interest, that's why I thought I might post this to see.

Also as I understand there are 2 different seals I above the engine, and the other 3 sides are the same.

If all 4 are the same the cost would be significantly less as only one die would be required.

I'm not looking to get rich, I just want to get some parts at a more reasonable cost.

-Mark

i think that's a great idea!

i for one would buy a set. mine are not too bad but have a few cracks. good used ones are hard to come by ...

i'd buy a set for $50 ...

as for the top seal, i *think* they're all the same. someone else hopefully chimes in here ...
Andy

if by "top" you mean the rear... it's differentvery different


I'd be in for $50... that's 1/4 the price! and the front is NLA, but it's just like the sides in profile... only longer

I'd buy a set at that price, now that I'm sticking with air-cooled power...

QUOTE (tat2dphreak @ Jul 21 2005, 09:38 AM)

if by "top" you mean the rear... it's different very different

i thought he meant "there are 2 different versions of the TOP seal" ...
to which i replied "i don't think so" ...

but yes, the TOP seal is different than the 3 surrounding seals ...
Andy

Count me in

All of mine were trashed.... was not looking forward to paying the major price for 'em.

Yes!

only 35 to go!

QUOTE (Special_K @ Jul 21 2005, 04:41 PM)

Yes! only 35 to go!

34 to go....

I'm in for a set

I'm in for 2 sets at that price 'Course I've been waiting for ever for a 904 gauge

Mikey, I just bought the 3 sides, but was fortunate to be able to reuse the rear. Even though I don't need a set today, I think this is a great price and product that the 914 community would definately use.

I'll buy a set if it makes a difference.

ok if i'm right 29

Count on me, car is starting to go back together soon [ right]

My engine is coming out this winter.
Count me in for a set.

$50 is a great price. But if this deal doesn't work out, Don at GPR sells the set (all 4) for $80.

engine seals

I bought a set from him. Good fit and quality.

-Jeff

Sounds like there is enough interest. Does anyone have some dead seals that about 2" would be good. I need to get samples for production.

QUOTE

Does anyone have some dead seals that about 2" would be good.

Sorry...

I couldn't resist

http://www.casanetworking.com/trippindave/...s/Dead_seal.jpg

I'm in for a set too

Hey I know...you could buy my set (of three) on eeeeeBay right now...

No one has bid yet, but there are alot of people watching this auction. Someone might look into the other VW cars...busses?...any Karmann product that might be similar and use similar extrusions.

Jeffs Engine Tin Seals

I just got a sample of the "zig zag" channel. Only need a sample of the other one now.

Count me in for a set

I'm in for a set.

2 sets here

I'd take a set.

I'd buy a set.

I'm in for a set too. Looks like a landslide!

I'm in for a set

Anyone have a small section of the rear elisive seal?

If this works out, how long are we talking.
Just wondering...

I need to submit final drawings, which I can do after I find a sample. 2-3 weeks for article of first extrusion, production rum about 2 weeks after. Should be able to start shipping 5-6 weeks, if the first runs looks good.

QUOTE (SirAndy @ Jul 21 2005, 01:05 PM)

QUOTE (tat2dphreak @ Jul 21 2005, 09:38 AM) if by "top" you mean the rear... it's different very different i thought he meant "there are 2 different versions of the TOP seal" ... to which i replied "i don't think so" ... but yes, the TOP seal is different than the 3 surrounding seals ... Andy

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I might be in for a set. have no clue what condition mine are in. never looked.

Count me in for one set.

UPDATE:

Have finished drawing on zigzag seal, awaiting inbound rear seal to start drawings for it. Will do tooling for both at same time.

QUOTE (Mikey914 @ Jul 27 2005, 11:54 PM)

UPDATE: Have finished drawing on zigzag seal, awaiting inbound rear seal to start drawings for it. Will do tooling for both at same time.

you still need a cross-section of the rear?

I'll cut a piece off mine if needed.

I'd be in for a set as well. I do have a rear one for a pattern if you need it. It's a bit hard, but should be able to get the idea. the only question I have is if the /6 is the same as the /4?

Thanks, I understand that I have a sample inbound at this time. Should have beginning of next week.

The rear seal sure looks close in shape to that used on a VW Bug (old Bugs) U think one would work, although you might need two for the full length.

Question on the reproduction seals, what material will they be made out of? some rubbers survive the motor bay enviroment much better than others. Which rubber do you plan on using?

Any word on this project, might need some soon.

QUOTE (Mikey914 @ Jul 29 2005, 08:08 PM)

Thanks, I understand that I have a sample inbound at this time. Should have beginning of next week.

Hey Mikey,
Is this still going forward or did it die a slow death?
I'm getting to the point where a could use a set and wanted to see how this was going for you?
Thanks,
BIll

I could also use a set.

Let me know...

-Matt

if it is still going, ill take a set too.

I will take a set.

GCW

I am in for two..

Just tell me where and when to send the money.......

I think this would be a great idea for all of us...

Regards,

Twystd1

I'd take two sets also.

I emailed Mikey914 to let him know that there was renewed interest and folks asking about status. We'll see...

Yea, what's going on with this.
Any further progress???

If there will be a production run for these, put me down for a complete set.

Put me down for a set. my engine is out and will be in by the end of winter.
arc914

I'm up for a set as well....but soon!!!!