GI: Anodized metal capabilities

[yesiownaskyline]

Hi guys,

Not sure if there is any interest, but i have a source here in Asia with a full metal shop. Obviously, some large parts would be too expensive to ship out, but i was thinking of bringing back the guage rings as i know there is a HUGE demand for that stuff.

I can also dye metal to match car colors, ex. blue yellow orange, etc. anything you really want.

Is there any interest for small metal made parts, say less than 1 cubic foot in size, that i can do for the cars? I have a full CAD experience and can custom design pretty much anything metal that fits within those size specifications.

If there is, please discuss here to see what you think...

Thanks a lot,
Paul

[SMUGS 5]

dave b knock offs would be nice for all of us who missed out

Terry
Vancouver

[yesiownaskyline]

do you think anyone would get pissed if i do it though?

I dont wanna step on his toes, but i know a sh*tload of us missed out...

Just want to extend my connections and see who's up for it...

[Bijou-MP5]

you might want to ask him for permission. but this is still good idea :)

[RX]

CNC machined radiator shrouds, battery tie downs, radiator brackets, fuse box covers all are in high demand because noone really makes them for the Protege. I'll take one of each! :D

[spf36200]

agreed, id buy some of those

[yesiownaskyline]

does anyone/can anyone get me pictures of these so i can see if it is possible to make them?

I really can do pretty much anything, just need dimensions, specs, etc.




CNC machined radiator shrouds, battery tie downs, radiator brackets, fuse box covers all are in high demand because noone really makes them for the Protege. I'll take one of each! :D

[yesiownaskyline]

one and only bump for the day...

[L8R]

radiator shroud!

[Nutari]

CNC machined radiator shrouds, battery tie downs, radiator brackets, fuse box covers all are in high demand because noone really makes them for the Protege. I'll take one of each!

These all sound good.

I can get you pics as soon as my gf comes back

[yesiownaskyline]

thanks man, hopefully i can come through on these items if the demand is there.

Thinking about it, i would prolly have to sell about 25-30 of each part to make at a good price.

[Nutari]

thanks man, hopefully i can come through on these items if the demand is there.

Thinking about it, i would prolly have to sell about 25-30 of each part to make at a good price.
well.. the radiator brackets are 2 each.. so.. that should be a fast seller.

[Nutari]

Here are the pics.

1st pic, battery tie down and fuse box cover
2nd pic drivers side radiator bracket
3rd pic passenger side rad. bracket

[yesiownaskyline]

OK, well after looking at these pics, i am sure i can make these. Is there any interest in customized colors or just stainless look (or polished) for the most part?

[Nutari]

OK, well after looking at these pics, i am sure i can make these. Is there any interest in customized colors or just stainless look (or polished) for the most part?
Polished would probably be easier for you since there are so many diferent colors out there.

Prob be too much trouble to make like.. one set of blue.. one set yellow.. three orange.. etc.

[L8R]

polished imo. fyi nutari, radiator supports like your 2nd and 3rd pics have been made before. try search for wagner. i have them, its pretty sweet





http://www.aprperformance.com/images/products/med_CK-802414.jpg
if u could make these....

drool

http://www.aprperformance.com/products_detail5.asp?CategoryID=5&SubCategoryID=7&ProductID=CK%2D802414

[Nutari]

polished imo. fyi nutari, radiator supports like your 2nd and 3rd pics have been made before. try search for wagner. i have them, its pretty sweet
Really?! shit.. how did I miss that? I've been wanting these for a long time.. my roomate can make me pretty much anything in aluminum though.. so prob just get him to do it..

[L8R]

http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66790&highlight=wagner+radiator - 2nd post with links has pics of rad support

[GHOSTWHISPER]

I would buy a radiator shroud, only if it says ARC on it. J/K, hurry up and make them.

[Shorebroke]

i'd be in for some engine pieces. How's about the window control panel? Might have a little too much curves and such involved. Or just any interior pieces i'm sure would sell.

But for sure the engine, i'd be down for some pieces.

[yesiownaskyline]

Yeah the rad shroud would be sweet....

fuse box, rad. supports, and battery tiedown also could be done...

Price would be a lot better than the wagner ones too... man he's making a F*cking killing.

The interior stuff was what i was thinking of originally, esp. the dave b., errr now Paul S. rings as i know a tin of people were turned away. I am surprised to see that anodizing color hasne gotten any interest yet. Its simple and cheap to do...

Keep the suggestions coming though, i know i can do this stuff.

[Nutari]

Yeah the rad shroud would be sweet....

fuse box, rad. supports, and battery tiedown also could be done...

Price would be a lot better than the wagner ones too... man he's making a F*cking killing.

The interior stuff was what i was thinking of originally, esp. the dave b., errr now Paul S. rings as i know a tin of people were turned away. I am surprised to see that anodizing color hasne gotten any interest yet. Its simple and cheap to do...

Keep the suggestions coming though, i know i can do this stuff.
Well, if its cheap enough.. im down for anodized blue peices..

[Dexter]

id like some radiator brackets for sure. mine are ass.

[Nutari]

btw, if you do sell products.. I think you might need to contact a mod.. dunno though.


:) I'll pay for your AMM status if you give me a discount. >=)

[L8R]

if u could make replacement parts, id be in. i would love a new cruise control bracket in red, brackets in the motor in red, etc etc.

[Shorebroke]

Red pieces would be the shizz. actually, any pieces would be the shizz. Hope this happens, and this gets rolling. Good Luck.

[Nutari]

if u could make replacement parts, id be in. i would love a new cruise control bracket in red, brackets in the motor in red, etc etc.
ditto

[yesiownaskyline]

ok, this is what i can do with the metal finishes, just so you have an example. I use this tech. at work but i can easily adapt it to do other stuff like this on cars...

here is a sheet of different colors we have done before.

[Nutari]

ok, this is what i can do with the metal finishes, just so you have an example. I use this tech. at work but i can easily adapt it to do other stuff like this on cars...

here is a sheet of different colors we have done before.
very blurry but I get the idea.. VERY nice..

[yesiownaskyline]

btw, if you do sell products.. I think you might need to contact a mod.. dunno though.


:) I'll pay for your AMM status if you give me a discount. >=)


Of course, this is all preliminary anyways. I would still have to prototype what i want to sell, etc. etc....

I want to make sure what i sell is quality, so im not rushing into anything...

[Dexter]

mmm red....

[RX]

radiator shroud...

[RX]

radiator bracket and fuse box cover...

[yesiownaskyline]

sweet where'd you find those?

[GHOSTWHISPER]

say what, did you make that.

[noclue119]

Hey for the dave b rings i asked Dave B already and he said he'd be happy to see someone else take it over for him

[Bijou-MP5]

I can't wait for this!!!

[spf36200]

If you need help making these, i also do alot of work in CAD and i have 24hr access to my protege. so if you need dimensions or renders of parts give me a hollar.

[Ryoga28]

I can't wait to buy a radiator shroud. Thanks for taking the time to do this.

[b00sted]

ill buy everything u make

[vindication]

wow, promissing. also, red annodized oil caps with choice of writing or mazda logo on it

[b00sted]

i like helping ppl that help us out of their own time

[CrazyCaker]

Subscribing.

Interested in rad brackets, fuse box cover and rad shroud.

[justanotheradikt]

the daveB rings would be awsome to see again.....also i use AutoCAD daily and starting around sept i will be using other CAD programs, but like said earlier i can get deminsions and whatnot for the protege sedan if you need them!

[Ryoga28]

Also, for the Fuse Box cover, can you make two versions? Some of us has 1sty's full grounding kit installed which required a cutout at the corner (lower left) of the fuse box cover.

[yesiownaskyline]

Hey for the dave b rings i asked Dave B already and he said he'd be happy to see someone else take it over for him


Aweseome!!!

Thanks a lot for the help guys.

[yesiownaskyline]

If you need help making these, i also do alot of work in CAD and i have 24hr access to my protege. so if you need dimensions or renders of parts give me a hollar.


I may need some dimensions or 3D profiles. The problem is that these will be made in hong kong and my car is in America, so i dont have the parts at my fingertips by any means.

also, are most of these parts interchangeable between models? I assume yes, but i want to be sure... expand the markets, ya know?

[yesiownaskyline]

Also, for the Fuse Box cover, can you make two versions? Some of us has 1sty's full grounding kit installed which required a cutout at the corner (lower left) of the fuse box cover.


I will seriously consider making anything that has a significant demand. I figure for some parts, i will have to make dies and/or moulds, so i think the cutoff for it being profitable would be about 35 peieces to sell.

Bottom line, if you guys think i can sell 35-40 of "X" part, then i will go through and start the legwork...

[yesiownaskyline]

Please keep in mind, however, that this is a guaging interest thread until i do ALL development and test fitting, etc.

I dont want anyone to think i am ready to do this tomorrow, because i work about 70 hours a week at my normal job and this will be outside this time. Except for posting, which i can do at work, hehehehe...

Thanks for the feedback though. Here is a list of stuff i will prioritize in developing/pricing. If you have any comments, feel free.

1. the dave B. rings need to get started again. This will be top priority i believe.
2. Radiator shroud- Also should be easy to develop. Coloring might be difficult however, but i think i can overcome the hurdle i am thinking about.
3. radiator brackets- Should be easy, but i will need to make sure i can make it strong enough as this is actually a functional peice. I dont want to put anything faulty on our cars.
4. Fuse box covers- Also should be VERY easy. If the need to have both types (with grounding kit, without) is there, i will do both.

Here is what i need from you guys though. If you help me out now, i can speed this along a bit.

1. EXACT dimensions of existing parts. Rad. shroud doesnt apply as i will have to design and testfit myself. These dont have to be cads, but have to be accurate as this is what i will be using for prototype peices. A set of Dave B. rings in my possession would be great too. Anyone willing to let me borrow them? I'll throw in 1 free component of their preference if someone does. Also, i would need some 3 view pics of each piece to go with the dimensions if not CAD, for my reference when programming.

I think thats it for now, but i will post here if i need anything else.

Thanks for your positive guidance!!!

[RX]

The problem is that these will be made in hong kong and my car is in America, so i dont have the parts at my fingertips by any means.
So are you in HK right now?


also, are most of these parts interchangeable between models?
The MSP radiator is unique and different than any of the other models due to the SMIC. I believe it actually sits higher. I don't think a rad shroud has even been attempted so if you complete one, it would be safe to say that you would essentially have a monopoly on the market. :D The rest of the parts mentioned should be universally interchangeable.


3. radiator brackets- Should be easy, but i will need to make sure i can make it strong enough as this is actually a functional peice. I dont want to put anything faulty on our cars.
Depending on how you are machining the parts, I would assume that this would be the easiest to make. Just take the stock bracket dimensions, cut a rectangular piece and make some holes in it and you are good to go. Just make it pretty. Some people need brackets because they've installed a FMIC and upgraded their radiator. Others, like me, just want to add more styling. On that note, what kind of material will you be using? I would prefer aluminum.

[spf36200]

ill start on a dsegin for the rad. shroud, see if i can get something to work. It could take a couple days but ill post a 3d model pic. when i get it done

[yesiownaskyline]

So are you in HK right now?
Yes, i will be until september...


The MSP radiator is unique and different than any of the other models due to the SMIC. I believe it actually sits higher. I don't think a rad shroud has even been attempted so if you complete one, it would be safe to say that you would essentially have a monopoly on the market. :D The rest of the parts mentioned should be universally interchangeable.

I realized this fact after i posted, sorry. I should be able to make both though as i can easily sell them i think.


Depending on how you are machining the parts, I would assume that this would be the easiest to make. Just take the stock bracket dimensions, cut a rectangular piece and make some holes in it and you are good to go. Just make it pretty. Some people need brackets because they've installed a FMIC and upgraded their radiator. Others, like me, just want to add more styling. On that note, what kind of material will you be using? I would prefer aluminum.

Pretty, got it. Aluminum, either that or zinc coated, reason being it's easier to work with regarding colorization. Stainless would be difficult to get at a good quality in china, but i can look if the interest is there....