Wish list, 914 products you'd like to see???, at reasonable prices :) Options

[neo914-6]

Here you go, still researching how to get clear lenses molded...

HID lights in pods

[SpecialK]

QUOTE (stevenhaas @ Aug 27 2005, 11:44 AM)

I am sure you guys will hate this but...... I want to turn my front oval blinker lights into a xenon headlights. Then use the a full hood and get rid of the pop ups all togather.... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smilie_pokal.gif)

Actually, that would be cool IMHO! I faguely remember a member doing just that (or toying with the idea) a year or so ago. Never did see the final product though. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/sad.gif) ...I say do it!


The CF top is on the long list of "Sh*t To Do" (already have all of the CF cloth, waiting on buying the resin until I'm just about ready to do it........at the rate I get things done, it'd reach it's expiration date before I got around to it).

Been designing (CAD) CF rockers w/ducts and dampeners to feed air to the cooling fan on the engine (able to close them off in cold or wet weather...maybe a cable system like the heater flapper valves (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/idea.gif) ), with a matching CF stockish looking ducktail spoiler.

An A/C evaporator that is completely contained in the engine compartment (most likely a FG housing just to save bucks), using the existing ducts to move the cooled air to the passenger compartment (hate those underdash units). Got all of the donor parts, just have to wait until I get the engine back in to take the measurements for the housing. Condenser coils (one in each rear fender well), intakes are Boxsterlike scoops, vented low and behind the rear wheels.

Been pondering CFing the inside of the tub (as mentioned earlier) using unidirectional CF prepreg.......extra thick along the longs, lower back portion (ala Mark's stiffening kit), center tunnel, and tying back into the longs across the footwell. It would be layed up over the stock metal (coated to protect the metal from the CF), and vacuum bagged/bonded to eliminate air pockets/bubbles.....wouldn't be all that difficult, just a bit time consuming and messy.


No biggies:

CF stock gauge panel
CF engine tin

I've been messing with CF/Kevlar for years (at work), and I highly recommend Burt Rutan's book:

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/bvpa...es/moldless.php

It has some practical practice projects (say that three times fast) to get your confidence up. It's mainly for experimental aircraft builders, but if you can get you 914 lightened up enough, it'd really fly (around the AX course)!

[grantsfo]

Dream Stuff:

* CF tub
* A Boxster inspired 4 cylinder Porsche crate engine
* Porsche ceramic brake kit
* Rust romoval and patch in a spray can (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)


Closer to reality:

* Updated aluminum suspension arms
* Minimalist CF dash
* CF engine lid
* CF rocker panels
* CF integrated hood and front fenders with tilt forward design.
* CF doors with working internals and glass - could include rengineered door latches (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/ohmy.gif)
* A cost effective (under $1500) after market Fuel Injection system that works
* A turnkey Boxster engine and tranny conversion kit
* Turnkey suspension kit: Updated bolt on hubs with modern bearings, etc., vented brake brake rotors, bigger calipers, full coilover suspension.
* A well designed prefabricated roll cage kit
* Modular stereo system that can be removed for track days
* Modular AC unit that can be hooked up and removed easily
* RS style door panels
* Cost effective fuel cell that replaces stock gas tank
* Cost effective stainless steel header and exhuast system
* A high quality volume Type 4 production facility in China (yes you can set up quality operations in China). Make sure to send Jakes video with Mandarin subtitles. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif) Focus on making one engine, 2270cc with Nickies, etc for lowest possible price. Sell said engines at Wal Mart.
* Nice stainless steel fuel line replacement kit
* Aftermarket close ratio 6 speed transmission
* Affordable LSD
* Aftermarket ABS system
* Polished aluminum bumpers
* A quality volume/affordable turnkey 914-6 conversion kit
* Bolt in CF sport seats
* CF mirrors that bolt on to stock mounts
* Cold Air Intake that increases performance on T4 fuel injected engines
* Headlight motor delete kit that includes manual way to put headlights up the few times I use them!
* Updated seat belt replacement kit

[jonwatts]

QUOTE (Buzzard1 @ Aug 27 2005, 12:17 PM)

I faguely remember a member

Not that there's anything wrong with that (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wink.gif)

QUOTE

Been pondering CFing the inside of the tub

What would be the reason for this? Looks?

[jonwatts]

QUOTE (grantsfo @ Aug 27 2005, 12:30 PM)

Closer to reality:

My jaw was dropping at this "reality" list until I saw where you're from (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/laugh.gif)

Great stuff, but I think most of it belongs on the "dream" list

[SpecialK]

QUOTE (jonwatts @ Aug 27 2005, 01:33 PM)

QUOTE Been pondering CFing the inside of the tub What would be the reason for this? Looks?

Uhhh......stiffening? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/huh.gif)

Lighter that steel.........stiffer that wedding day dick!

I suppose that you could use the tub as a mold, and sell them as CF tub inserts (for "stiffening"), but unless they were properly bonded to the tub you'd gain nothing but extra weight.

[grantsfo]

QUOTE (jonwatts @ Aug 27 2005, 11:37 AM)

QUOTE (grantsfo @ Aug 27 2005, 12:30 PM) Closer to reality: My jaw was dropping at this "reality" list until I saw where you're from (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/laugh.gif) Great stuff, but I think most of it belongs on the "dream" list

Hey I'm an optimist (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/jester.gif)

[jonwatts]

QUOTE (Buzzard1 @ Aug 27 2005, 12:40 PM)

Uhhh......stiffening? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/huh.gif) Lighter that steel.........

Ahh, I think it'd also be more flexible than steel unless you have a huge autoclave to be your pressure cooker. That's how they make carbon fiber race car chassis. Everything else is pretty much just prettier and slightly lighter than fiberglass.

[scotty914]

well i have figured out how to do a fg engine lid, with rain tray to clear carbs. it is an AL frame bonded in the glass. it would accept the stock mesh, and could be cut in to a gt lid. it would use the stock latch, be be just a lift out item after the latch is released.

it should weight about about 8 to 10 lbs with rain tray.

i just dont have the money to produce the molds, but if some one wants to order one i can use the money for their lid to make the molds and the lid.

if you want to see what i can do with fiberglass, click here then scroll down the the akula boat discription

[jonwatts]

Another of my own dumb ideas:

A copy of the firewall in CF or FG from either side (engine compartment or passenger compartment) to sandwich against the metal with a layer of insulation to help with sound deadening. Then again, the fact that the top layer would be a hard surface might mitigate any benefits from the insulation layer (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/confused24.gif)

Just trying to think of a way to reduce noise for those who think taking out the sound pad makes the cars too loud.

[SpecialK]

QUOTE (jonwatts @ Aug 27 2005, 01:47 PM)

QUOTE (Buzzard1 @ Aug 27 2005, 12:40 PM) Uhhh......stiffening?  :huh: Lighter that steel......... Ahh, I think it'd also be more flexible than steel unless you have a huge autoclave to be your pressure cooker. That's how they make carbon fiber race car chassis. Everything else is pretty much just prettier and slightly lighter than fiberglass.

That's what the vacuum bagging is for (14.7 psia with a good vacuum pump...got one) and IR lamps (got 'em) take care of the heat (FYI 180F - 200F for one hour after 1 hour of ambient temp cure). It reduces the resin content of the composite material (resin rich is weak and cracks, resin poor is weak and porous) through the bleeder and breather plys to near optimum (or as close as you can get in a garage setting). I've done many, many, many repairs on composite structures (wings, stabilators, fuselages) in the last 18 years, all had to be NDT inspected, all checked good. Let's just put it this way.....I trust my composite reinforcement skills waaaay more than my ability to weld. Need more practice I guess... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/welder.gif)

[jonwatts]

QUOTE (Buzzard1 @ Aug 27 2005, 01:07 PM)

I've done many, many, many repairs on composite structures (wings, stabilators, fuselages) in the last 18 years, all had to be NDT inspected, all checked good.

I think a local expert has spoken (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/boldblue.gif)

[scottb]

i want a good a/c that, would be efficient (not suck too much hp) and will use the factory ducts so everyone can have a cool(er) car in summer. it would be nice to be able to drive my car on the days when i need to wear a suit for work rather than taking the family mobile.......

and my wife would dig it too.

must be asy to install as well.... oh, and priced reasonably....

now i need to wake up from the dream....

[Sammy]

a six cylinder conversion kit that places the engine in the back (rear engine) where it belongs (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wink.gif)

ducking for cover.

[SpecialK]

QUOTE (jonwatts @ Aug 27 2005, 01:54 PM)

Another of my own dumb ideas: A copy of the firewall in CF or FG from either side (engine compartment or passenger compartment) to sandwich against the metal with a layer of insulation to help with sound deadening. Then again, the fact that the top layer would be a hard surface might mitigate any benefits from the insulation layer (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/confused24.gif) Just trying to think of a way to reduce noise for those who think taking out the sound pad makes the cars too loud.

Not "dumb" at all (IMO) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wink.gif) ,

I purchased 9 yds. of Texalium awhile back (99% aluminum impregnated fiberglass, a.k.a - silver carbon fiber) just for that reason. I figured a three piece firewall (center hump, two sides), one piece would be a PITA to remove if you had to. Using the firewall as a mold, make two of everything, and sandwich some soundening material (looking at that brown bread stuff, or possibly 1/2" ceramic insulation used in kilns) between them. Another layer of deadening material to the inside of the firewall, and attach the texalium firewall bits to the engine compartment side with removable fasteners going through rubber grommets to lessen the transmission of vibration, and also create an air space (to keep rust from forming like the stock POS) between the metal firewall and the "theoretical" sound deadener panels...(looks good on paper (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/rolleyes.gif) ). At the very least, the double layers of texalium should be an excellent heat reflector (99% aluminum, especially if I went with the ceramic insulation), and a whole bunch lighter than the stock rustubator blanket.

Contemplating using the same technique to make heat shields that are fitted above the SS heat exchangers (with 1/4" ceramic insulation).

(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/huh.gif) I just realized that if my () keys broke on my keyboard I'd be screwed!! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/screwy.gif) (yeah...screwed for sure!! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/unsure.gif) )

[jr91472]

QUOTE (Jake Raby @ Aug 26 2005, 01:49 PM)

If my new Billet oil coolers made from intercooler cores work well you may not need an external cooler at all.... Just bolt this baby in the stock location and drive...... I am testing them next week- all billet and bad ass!!!

cool, keep me posted. All they big dollars?

[Mark Henry]

Low profile front side marker lights that look almost OEM

[Jake Raby]

QUOTE (jr91472 @ Aug 27 2005, 02:27 PM)

cool, keep me posted. All they big dollars?

They won't be bad at all... Probably 200.00 or less- and they bolt right on to the stock case boss AND will have a modified airfoil to help squeeze more pressure into the cavity to make up for the loss of having a bigger cooler core (surface area)...

I am working on 3 of them for different apps as we speak, one is much bigger for the DTM/ 914 applications -

200$ isn't bad for a hand fabbed, oil cooler....

[ArtechnikA]

QUOTE (Jake Raby @ Aug 27 2005, 06:55 PM)

200$ isn't bad for a hand fabbed, oil cooler....

no kidding.

a new early 911 or 914.6 cooler is over a grand...

[Tobra]

QUOTE (Jake Raby @ Aug 27 2005, 02:55 PM)

QUOTE (jr91472 @ Aug 27 2005, 02:27 PM) cool, keep me posted.  All they big dollars? They won't be bad at all... Probably 200.00 or less- and they bolt right on to the stock case boss AND will have a modified airfoil to help squeeze more pressure into the cavity to make up for the loss of having a bigger cooler core (surface area)... I am working on 3 of them for different apps as we speak, one is much bigger for the DTM/ 914 applications - 200$ isn't bad for a hand fabbed, oil cooler....

I would buy one, or more accurately, I would stick a note on my wife's pillow and get it for Christmas or my birthday, or something. It weems to me, that once you hve the molds for the rubber seals, you can make all you want. It also seems to me that there is definitely a market for this, because 914 people seem much more compulsive about their cars than bug people. They make reproduction seals for VW's, why not for these? Hey you Pelican guys, what is the holdup, I know they sell a ton of stuff to people here, who is bitching to them about this, I mean besides me.