| culmination | 02-09-2007 02:24 PM |
update?
| Sausage | 02-09-2007 02:38 PM |
yeah how are they comming along? Any idea of what the expected price will be?
| the_saintz | 02-11-2007 11:27 AM |
Where will these be for sale? eBay store?
| alster | 02-14-2007 01:14 AM |
any updates?
| OrlandoSTi | 02-17-2007 06:34 PM |
PM me when pricing/availability is updated !!! Definately want this... :banana:
| APS04silverwrx | 02-18-2007 02:36 PM |
ME to asap please
| k00ky | 02-19-2007 12:14 AM |
[QUOTE=clutchcargo;16855399]Yeah, maybe Perspex is an Aussie thing :) I'd DEFINITELY be interested in some kind of scratch/heat/tarnish-proof clear grill.[/QUOTE]
Lexan may be you best option Ben but it will all scratch like a bastard!!!
Lexan may be you best option Ben but it will all scratch like a bastard!!!
| clutchcargo | 02-19-2007 12:22 AM |
hey kooky :) I'm thinking even some kind of marine-grade plexiglass, or if thats too hard an open black mesh will do fine :)
| k00ky | 02-19-2007 01:24 AM |
Either way it will look very classy on FEISTI :cool: (i vote for black mesh, will intergrate well with the black wheels IMO :D )
| knucklesplitter | 02-19-2007 10:36 AM |
Hi everybody. My apologies for the delays and lack of updates. My kids and job have had me very busy lately.
The frames are back at the machine shop yet again for a modification. Mesh goes to the waterjet'er this week and then to powder coat.
Here are some pics worth posting of an [I]unpainted[/I] frame on my car (complete with fingerprints). The photos don't do the improvements justice, but I am happy with the look and the fit (except for the front corners - hence the mods being done).
Thanks for your patience...
[IMG]http://img355.imageshack.us/img355/9572/1002040sd8.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img355.imageshack.us/img355/1802/1002041rl1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/6254/1002050wx4.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/7193/1002049an6.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img111.imageshack.us/img111/1852/1002053yf4.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img111.imageshack.us/img111/8857/1002054yx1.jpg[/IMG]
The frames are back at the machine shop yet again for a modification. Mesh goes to the waterjet'er this week and then to powder coat.
Here are some pics worth posting of an [I]unpainted[/I] frame on my car (complete with fingerprints). The photos don't do the improvements justice, but I am happy with the look and the fit (except for the front corners - hence the mods being done).
Thanks for your patience...
[IMG]http://img355.imageshack.us/img355/9572/1002040sd8.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img355.imageshack.us/img355/1802/1002041rl1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/6254/1002050wx4.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/7193/1002049an6.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img111.imageshack.us/img111/1852/1002053yf4.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img111.imageshack.us/img111/8857/1002054yx1.jpg[/IMG]
| OrlandoSTi | 02-19-2007 11:40 AM |
wow.... that's exactly what i'm looking for.... awesome job.... :banana:
| kevinh211 | 02-19-2007 12:00 PM |
that looks really good on a silver car, but i wonder how it would look unpainted on a blue wrx/sti.
i would think it would be hard to color match for the wrb blue with out raising the cost.
how hard is it to paint the trim black like the mesh grill?
i would think it would be hard to color match for the wrb blue with out raising the cost.
how hard is it to paint the trim black like the mesh grill?
| knucklesplitter | 02-19-2007 12:08 PM |
[QUOTE=kevinh211;17103216]that looks really good on a silver car, but i wonder how it would look unpainted on a blue wrx/sti.
i would think it would be hard to color match for the wrb blue with out raising the cost.
how hard is it to paint the trim black like the mesh grill?[/QUOTE]
It's meant to be painted, but the aluminum really doesn't look too bad bare (when it's cleaned up) on a PSM car. I will be getting some powder coated the same color as the mesh. I also will be painting a few PSM silver when I finally have mine done. Also thinking about painting some WRB, but am worried about how well it will match from car to car.
i would think it would be hard to color match for the wrb blue with out raising the cost.
how hard is it to paint the trim black like the mesh grill?[/QUOTE]
It's meant to be painted, but the aluminum really doesn't look too bad bare (when it's cleaned up) on a PSM car. I will be getting some powder coated the same color as the mesh. I also will be painting a few PSM silver when I finally have mine done. Also thinking about painting some WRB, but am worried about how well it will match from car to car.
| knucklesplitter | 02-19-2007 12:13 PM |
See how this front corner sticks up a little bit (in the pic below). This is what I am trying to fix right now. I think I have to add another stud there to pull it down. It's a minor detail, but I'm picky...
[IMG]http://img111.imageshack.us/img111/1852/1002053yf4.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://img111.imageshack.us/img111/1852/1002053yf4.jpg[/IMG]
| culmination | 02-19-2007 12:50 PM |
can't wait! my STi is PSM! :banana:
| k00ky | 02-19-2007 01:29 PM |
That is fantastic!!
| APS04silverwrx | 02-19-2007 05:24 PM |
HELL YEAH I want a silver one woot!
| clutchcargo | 02-19-2007 05:35 PM |
Knuckles, my brother from another mother!!!!!!!!!!
Great work on the "Knuckle Delete", I'm definitely down for one of these powdercoated in black (mesh and frame) and I'll spruik it to the Aussie FMIC boys.
The back sits perfect, and after front sits properly you should approach the main vendors and see if they want to resell these, you'll make a tidy return on your R&D efforts methinks!
Great work on the "Knuckle Delete", I'm definitely down for one of these powdercoated in black (mesh and frame) and I'll spruik it to the Aussie FMIC boys.
The back sits perfect, and after front sits properly you should approach the main vendors and see if they want to resell these, you'll make a tidy return on your R&D efforts methinks!
| knucklesplitter | 02-19-2007 06:28 PM |
[QUOTE=clutchcargo;17107259]The back sits perfect, and after front sits properly you should approach the main vendors and see if they want to resell these, you'll make a tidy return on your R&D efforts methinks![/QUOTE]
I've talked to a couple already. They are more interested in some other projects I have going on for the most part. I have a few options otherwise also, including my eBay store. First things first - I need to get something 100% complete and ready to go. I takes a lot longer doing this on my own than I'm used to, whereas at my job I have a team of people to help (purchasing, accounting, mechanics, machinists, a cute "administrative assistant", etc.) and much capital to work with.
I've talked to a couple already. They are more interested in some other projects I have going on for the most part. I have a few options otherwise also, including my eBay store. First things first - I need to get something 100% complete and ready to go. I takes a lot longer doing this on my own than I'm used to, whereas at my job I have a team of people to help (purchasing, accounting, mechanics, machinists, a cute "administrative assistant", etc.) and much capital to work with.
| kevinh211 | 02-19-2007 07:08 PM |
any idea on a price yet?
| drumr78 | 02-19-2007 08:00 PM |
I'd be interested in this also. For some reason, the seibon reverse scoop that I got doesn't fit the carbon oem hood. It is supposed to fit it. So, it's being sent back and I'm gonna keep the carbon hood scoop on untill I find a reverse scoop/hood vent to fit there. Keep me in mind when you start selling these. I need to get rid of this scoop.
| knucklesplitter | 02-19-2007 08:54 PM |
[QUOTE=kevinh211;17108405]any idea on a price yet?[/QUOTE]
I cannot even hint about price on this forum. Prolly pushing my luck as it is. Painted and ready to install it will be [B]much[/B] less than anything name-brand carbon fiber, maybe about the same as painted quality fiberglass.
I cannot even hint about price on this forum. Prolly pushing my luck as it is. Painted and ready to install it will be [B]much[/B] less than anything name-brand carbon fiber, maybe about the same as painted quality fiberglass.
| topshotta10 | 02-20-2007 10:43 AM |
cant wait
| knucklesplitter | 02-20-2007 11:51 AM |
For you weight conscious folks out there, this vent weighs about 2.30lbs compared to the stock scoop/splitter at 3.75lbs. Every little bit counts, right? ;)
| turbotomas | 02-20-2007 03:57 PM |
knuckles,
dude im looking foward to some production. keep me posted i def want to be on the list if your gonna make one. pm me back
dude im looking foward to some production. keep me posted i def want to be on the list if your gonna make one. pm me back
| wrxburton | 02-20-2007 05:05 PM |
that looks sick. if your gonna produce them let me know I would def buy one for mine.
| OrlandoSTi | 02-26-2007 01:07 PM |
any new word ??? ;)
| AspenWrx25 | 02-26-2007 02:05 PM |
Interested as well!
Updates?
Updates?
| vaj | 02-26-2007 02:49 PM |
very, very interested in updates. knuckles, you've got a pm!
| clutchcargo | 02-27-2007 12:43 AM |
Hey knuckles, just about to sell my hood scoop, and I need the knuckle delete shipped downunder as soon as you're ready :)
| HOL | 02-27-2007 11:54 AM |
That looks well nice!
Would you ship to the UK, if paid securely?
Would you ship to the UK, if paid securely?
| kevinh211 | 03-02-2007 09:02 PM |
i want one!
any updates?
any updates?
| wrxtasy555 | 03-02-2007 09:54 PM |
Oh yeah that thing rocks!
| [MET] | 03-03-2007 10:06 AM |
I'll definitely take one when you have them ready for the Bugeye shape! Nice work!
| knucklesplitter | 03-04-2007 09:34 PM |
The final 04/05 version (finally) for my car is being painted (and 17 others are due on Monday unpainted). I will post pics as soon as it's on the car. The mesh is still at the waterjet cutter. Anybody who had pm'ed me is on a mailing list of sorts. Thanks...
| clutchcargo | 03-04-2007 09:40 PM |
Cheers knuckle! I'm still deciding between black powdercoat and a natural finish, as I'm making a stainless steel replica of the V-limited lip :)
| xBey | 03-04-2007 10:00 PM |
PM sent.
| wrxtasy555 | 03-04-2007 10:06 PM |
Just got a PM from knuckle stating that the 02/03 version is in the works!
| knucklesplitter | 03-04-2007 10:13 PM |
[QUOTE=clutchcargo;17255833]Cheers knuckle! I'm still deciding between black powdercoat and a natural finish, as I'm making a stainless steel replica of the V-limited lip :)[/QUOTE]
Well, I could do one in 303 stainless... but it would be somewhat expensive. I dunno how that would look either. There are some decent looking stainless powder coatings too.
Well, I could do one in 303 stainless... but it would be somewhat expensive. I dunno how that would look either. There are some decent looking stainless powder coatings too.
| [MET] | 03-05-2007 03:38 AM |
[QUOTE=wrxtasy555;17256150]Just got a PM from knuckle stating that the 02/03 version is in the works![/QUOTE]
w00t w00t
w00t w00t
| clutchcargo | 03-05-2007 04:33 AM |
[QUOTE=knucklesplitter;17256233]Well, I could do one in 303 stainless... but it would be somewhat expensive. I dunno how that would look either. There are some decent looking stainless powder coatings too.[/QUOTE]
So that natural finish above is in Aluminium or mild steel then? Either way I'll be happy and work with it!
So that natural finish above is in Aluminium or mild steel then? Either way I'll be happy and work with it!
| wrxtasy555 | 03-05-2007 10:14 AM |
Are there problems getting aluminum painted or powder coated? When I eventually get one i'd like to go with OEM Crystal Gray Metallic and black mesh.
| BlueF | 03-05-2007 11:28 AM |
Awesome work! Kudos!! :banana:
| knucklesplitter | 03-05-2007 11:59 AM |
[QUOTE=clutchcargo;17258582]So that natural finish above is in Aluminium or mild steel then? Either way I'll be happy and work with it![/QUOTE]
The frame/bezel is aluminum. The grill mesh is steel.
Why did I use steel mesh?!? Good question. I think Grillcraft has the best looking mesh, after I tried several. They have it specially made for them exclusively. I have a line on it now (sort of). I looked at both their steel and their aluminum mesh. The aluminum is thicker to withstand rock hits, etc. and it doesn't look as good. Also when weighed it weighed almost as much as the steel mesh due to it's extra thickness. The steel was a no-brainer then, but I would recommend it be powder coated for longterm anti-corrosion, and that is how the first run will be done. Epoxy paint may be good enough too, but I won't be doing it.
If anybody would like to use a different mesh it is easy to cut your own out of aluminum. Steel is a PITA to cut by hand but doable. There are lighter meshes out there for sure, but this whole assembly already weighs less than the stock scoop/splitter.
The frame/bezel is aluminum. The grill mesh is steel.
Why did I use steel mesh?!? Good question. I think Grillcraft has the best looking mesh, after I tried several. They have it specially made for them exclusively. I have a line on it now (sort of). I looked at both their steel and their aluminum mesh. The aluminum is thicker to withstand rock hits, etc. and it doesn't look as good. Also when weighed it weighed almost as much as the steel mesh due to it's extra thickness. The steel was a no-brainer then, but I would recommend it be powder coated for longterm anti-corrosion, and that is how the first run will be done. Epoxy paint may be good enough too, but I won't be doing it.
If anybody would like to use a different mesh it is easy to cut your own out of aluminum. Steel is a PITA to cut by hand but doable. There are lighter meshes out there for sure, but this whole assembly already weighs less than the stock scoop/splitter.
| wrxtasy555 | 03-05-2007 12:03 PM |
That's good news. I just want mine to look like the one you've had in the posted pictures.
| knucklesplitter | 03-05-2007 12:11 PM |
[QUOTE=wrxtasy555;17259904]Are there problems getting aluminum painted or powder coated? When I eventually get one i'd like to go with OEM Crystal Gray Metallic and black mesh.[/QUOTE]
The first run of mesh will all be powder coated semi-flat black (like the photos). After that, who knows...
Some frames will also be powder coated the same black. I'll take photos of this when it happens. I think this will look great on black or white cars, but we'll see.
I am looking into pre-painting some frames WRB, AW, and PSM. Dunno about CGM. I am a little concerned about blind color matching. Let me see how the first PSM one looks. I am purposefully not having the paint matched to my car to see how it does blind. The first run may have limited pre-painting done, or there may be a leadtime on it.
The machine shop is still working on the frames. I'd be pissed if I hadn't done so many change orders on them in the last couple weeks. :o
The first run of mesh will all be powder coated semi-flat black (like the photos). After that, who knows...
Some frames will also be powder coated the same black. I'll take photos of this when it happens. I think this will look great on black or white cars, but we'll see.
I am looking into pre-painting some frames WRB, AW, and PSM. Dunno about CGM. I am a little concerned about blind color matching. Let me see how the first PSM one looks. I am purposefully not having the paint matched to my car to see how it does blind. The first run may have limited pre-painting done, or there may be a leadtime on it.
The machine shop is still working on the frames. I'd be pissed if I hadn't done so many change orders on them in the last couple weeks. :o
| wrxtasy555 | 03-05-2007 12:17 PM |
Why don't you just sell them bare with the black mesh (or bare with bare mesh) to let the buyer deal with painting it? It would save you the trouble plus it would let you sell them cheaper. This way people could get them done the way they want and match the paint to their car. Different cars are going to fade at different rates, and there might be some blending involved. Me personally would get the bare frame with the black mesh (just as your concept photos showed). Then I would get the frame powder coated at my leisure and to my exact specs. Just my $.02.
| knucklesplitter | 03-05-2007 12:31 PM |
[QUOTE=wrxtasy555;17261468]Why don't you just sell them bare with the black mesh (or bare with bare mesh) to let the buyer deal with painting it? It would save you the trouble plus it would let you sell them cheaper. This way people could get them done the way they want and match the paint to their car. Different cars are going to fade at different rates, and there might be some blending involved. Me personally would get the bare frame with the black mesh (just as your concept photos showed). Then I would get the frame powder coated at my leisure and to my exact specs. Just my $.02.[/QUOTE]
I appreciate that comment. It is a valid point. Most frames will be bare at first. I am just exploring how feasible it is to pre-paint in quantity to save people some money later on. The pre-painted parts I have gotten from Jamie at SubaruGenuineParts.com have been pretty good (though I think most of them are from Subaru). I also want to get some painted ones on some different-color cars for pics asap.
I appreciate that comment. It is a valid point. Most frames will be bare at first. I am just exploring how feasible it is to pre-paint in quantity to save people some money later on. The pre-painted parts I have gotten from Jamie at SubaruGenuineParts.com have been pretty good (though I think most of them are from Subaru). I also want to get some painted ones on some different-color cars for pics asap.
| xBey | 03-05-2007 02:47 PM |
[QUOTE=wrxtasy555;17261468]Why don't you just sell them bare with the black mesh (or bare with bare mesh) to let the buyer deal with painting it? It would save you the trouble plus it would let you sell them cheaper. This way people could get them done the way they want and match the paint to their car. Different cars are going to fade at different rates, and there might be some blending involved. Me personally would get the bare frame with the black mesh (just as your concept photos showed). Then I would get the frame powder coated at my leisure and to my exact specs. Just my $.02.[/QUOTE]
i say go with both painted and non-painted. personally, i would like mine pre-painted (aspen white) to save me the trouble of having it done. i also like the black mesh for the grill.
i say go with both painted and non-painted. personally, i would like mine pre-painted (aspen white) to save me the trouble of having it done. i also like the black mesh for the grill.
| clutchcargo | 03-05-2007 04:30 PM |
I won't be a PITA on this one knuckle, when that first batch is in, however you've done them I'll put one on the car! What's the ETA on the first batch?
| knucklesplitter | 03-05-2007 04:50 PM |
[QUOTE=clutchcargo;17264818]I won't be a PITA on this one knuckle, when that first batch is in, however you've done them I'll put one on the car! What's the ETA on the first batch?[/QUOTE]
Anybody following this thread knows that I have been very wrong on every time estimate I've given, but... :o
1-2 weeks for ones with unpainted frames...
[SIZE="1"](sorry 'bout that btw)[/SIZE]
Anybody following this thread knows that I have been very wrong on every time estimate I've given, but... :o
1-2 weeks for ones with unpainted frames...
[SIZE="1"](sorry 'bout that btw)[/SIZE]
| clutchcargo | 03-05-2007 04:55 PM |
Awesome, for once its me asking about a deadline instead of my clients :) J/K
| wrxtasy555 | 03-05-2007 05:34 PM |
[QUOTE=clutchcargo;17264818]I won't be a PITA on this one knuckle, when that first batch is in, however you've done them I'll put one on the car! What's the ETA on the first batch?[/QUOTE]
I have to agree with that one! I just want one, I don't care if it's purple.
Ok, maybe I do, but i'm just dying for the 02/03 version to come out.
I have to agree with that one! I just want one, I don't care if it's purple.
Ok, maybe I do, but i'm just dying for the 02/03 version to come out.
| k00ky | 03-05-2007 09:53 PM |
[QUOTE=clutchcargo;17258582]So that natural finish above is in Aluminium or mild steel then? Either way I'll be happy and work with it![/QUOTE]
Ben you could easily get it powdercoated here either way.
Alternatively if it is of the right grade of aluminium anodising would look awesome!!!
Ben you could easily get it powdercoated here either way.
Alternatively if it is of the right grade of aluminium anodising would look awesome!!!
| knucklesplitter | 03-05-2007 10:19 PM |
[QUOTE=k00ky;17268515]Ben you could easily get it powdercoated here either way.
Alternatively if it is of the right grade of aluminium anodising would look awesome!!![/QUOTE]
It's 6061-T6 aluminum, so it anodises very nicely. I haven't done one of these, but I've had thousands of 6061 parts anodised over the last 20 years. There are minor surface scratches that would need to be buffed out first (or a grained or brushed finish), but that's it. It's also not soft aluminum, it's tempered to a good hardness (though not aircraft-grade hardness).
Alternatively if it is of the right grade of aluminium anodising would look awesome!!![/QUOTE]
It's 6061-T6 aluminum, so it anodises very nicely. I haven't done one of these, but I've had thousands of 6061 parts anodised over the last 20 years. There are minor surface scratches that would need to be buffed out first (or a grained or brushed finish), but that's it. It's also not soft aluminum, it's tempered to a good hardness (though not aircraft-grade hardness).
| wrxxed | 03-06-2007 09:08 AM |
knucklesplitter your inbox is full pm details for a psm scoop delete for an 04 psm.
| knucklesplitter | 03-06-2007 11:04 AM |
Just cleaned it. My inbox has a little room now.
| k00ky | 03-06-2007 01:47 PM |
[QUOTE=knucklesplitter;17268866]It's 6061-T6 aluminum, so it anodises very nicely. I haven't done one of these, but I've had thousands of 6061 parts anodised over the last 20 years. There are minor surface scratches that would need to be buffed out first (or a grained or brushed finish), but that's it. It's also not soft aluminum, it's tempered to a good hardness (though not aircraft-grade hardness).[/QUOTE]
Thanks Knuckle I would have mentioned 6061-T6 but may have gone over most people's heads ;) (I work in the architectural aluminium industry) A light linish may be a good idea but deciding which direction to linish may be the hard part!
Thanks Knuckle I would have mentioned 6061-T6 but may have gone over most people's heads ;) (I work in the architectural aluminium industry) A light linish may be a good idea but deciding which direction to linish may be the hard part!
| culmination | 03-06-2007 06:39 PM |
are you going to be selling this on a first come first serve basis? if so, i hope you didnt' forget about me. i sent you a pm a looong time ago..
check post #51, #74, #79
:)
mine is PSM
check post #51, #74, #79
:)
mine is PSM
| wrxtasy555 | 03-06-2007 07:10 PM |
Maybe he's sell them as first come first served. Then we'll see them on eBay for thousands of dollars just like the PS3.
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