Posted December 17, 200420 yr comment_105398 I've been talking to a guy who makes carbon fiber and fiberglass - whatever you want basicly. I'm gonna have him make the center console in carbon to start with. But I don't think it's gonna stop there. When he mentioned hoods he's made that weigh 1.5 Kilograms, how could I not be tempted? Anyway - the parts I have in mind (maybe) getting are these: Hood Doors Rear hatch Front fenders Wishbones (either Carbon or Chrome Moly) Front/rear spoiler + side skirts Do you have any suggestions/interests on/in other parts? Once the molds have been made it wouldn't be entirely impossible to make some more for you guys. Not sure of pricing yet - but probably a bunch cheaper than the prices I've seen - like US$1300 for a pair of cr-mo wishbones or US$1200 for a hood, etc. So, if you're interested - let me know what you're interested in. My car is a '71 240z and that's what the molds will be made from... The process is somewhat of a secret, but the result is a lot like pre-preg carbon - light and tough. A layer of kevlar is also included to prevent the carbon from shattering if you're in an accident. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 17, 200420 yr comment_105399 Hi MullHow about ZG flairs, rear tail light panels or the panel that covers the windshield wiper motor. I would be interested in ZG flairs.Cheers, Ari Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105399 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 17, 200420 yr Author comment_105404 Hi MullHow about ZG flairs, rear tail light panels or the panel that covers the windshield wiper motor. I would be interested in ZG flairs. Cheers, Ari Good idea - I completely forgot about the cover for the viper motors! I haven't got any ZG-flares, sorry - can't make a mold unless I have whatever needs molding handy :stupid: Rear tail light panels - don't think they would be any problem... I have the stock euro (or was is US?) wing mounted on my hatch, so that might be of interest as well (for me anyways) Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105404 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 18, 200420 yr comment_105425 You know, Spirit Garage has the hatch, cowl (windshield wiper cover, but it is only for right hand drive S30's), and hood. PDK Fabrications has made a carbon fiber dashboard, but you can't use the climate controls. Would really be a nice touch for the daily driver.....if you could use the climate controls.I will have to look up the website for most of this stuff, but it is out there. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105425 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 18, 200420 yr comment_105439 PDK has just completed and installation of their fiberglass dash with heater controls etc. So it can be done, however the dash is a RACE PART and requires a large amount of fabrication in order for it to work for this application.RonAdvisor to PDK Fabrication.com Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105439 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 18, 200420 yr comment_105443 Hey Ron, when did they come out with it? I must have missed something in the past couple of months. How much are they going for? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105443 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 19, 200420 yr Author comment_105578 You know, Spirit Garage has the hatch, cowl (windshield wiper cover, but it is only for right hand drive S30's), and hood. PDK Fabrications has made a carbon fiber dashboard, but you can't use the climate controls. Would really be a nice touch for the daily driver.....if you could use the climate controls.I will have to look up the website for most of this stuff, but it is out there.I know. However, I'm not paying those amounts of money when I have a sponsor that can fix it cheaper. PDK has just completed and installation of their fiberglass dash with heater controls etc. So it can be done, however the dash is a RACE PART and requires a large amount of fabrication in order for it to work for this application.RonAdvisor to PDK Fabrication.comfrom PDK website: "That's a 40lb savings"I weighed my stock dash ('71 240z) and it weighed in at about 28.6 lb... How did you calculate the 40 lb saving? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105578 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 19, 200420 yr comment_105610 Ah, I see mull. Disregaurd what I said earlyer. How long has your friend been working with CF? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105610 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 20, 200420 yr comment_105641 That weight calculation was an aproximate value including heater and instruments. Which would add up to over 40 lbs.I would suggest that you stick to making parts that are not currently manufactured...hoods, hatches tail light panels and ZG flares out of CF are already available through several sources.R Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105641 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 20, 200420 yr comment_105643 all right, tried to find the website....... but where is it??? PDK. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105643 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 20, 200420 yr comment_105644 Hi Guys - there is a guy on HybridZ called Vince already doing these parts, I have some on order. His game plan is to take deposits in advance, make the components and ship them, that way he can keep costs down by doing a run of 20 or 30 pieces at a time.If you are interested, search for Carbon and you will find the thread.CheersAndy Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105644 Share on other sites More sharing options...
December 20, 200420 yr comment_105647 all right, tried to find the website....... but where is it??? PDK.Did you try a search engine using the term pdkfabrication.com ? I did. This is what came up........http://www.pdkfabrication.bravepages.com/ Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/14359-carbon-parts-post-suggestions/#findComment-105647 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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