Interior Exterior
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I agree, that would look very nice. I can tell you from experience that cutting all the vents is difficult. Each vent is sized differently and has complex angles as it meets the fiberglass lid. The vents are trapezoid shaped and the edge that fits against the lid is angled also.
You also have the problem of how to mount the clear louvers. TAP Plastics sells clear adhesive, but it runs like super glue and ruins the clarity of the louver. One mistake and you're starting over again.
I've shown the photos of your work to guys with exotics like
Ferrari and Lamborghini and they, as I, are extremely impressed.
In addition to the thickness and dimensions you used I was
thinking about a 'less difficult to create' version that would have
4 acrylic panels covering the existing black-vent areas...or
maybe just applying acrylic panels to the two sections closest to
the back.The thought is, not only would air flow 'out' still be
possible, the area's barren most (left-upper) engine bay section
would remain concealed. Any thoughts on your part would be
appreciated.
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What thickness of acrylic panels did you use?
Also what were the specific dimensions of each
piece?
Thickness is 3/16". Any thicker and they become difficult to bend, and thinner stock may be susceptible to distortion from heat. If I recall correctly, I purchased two panels 17.5 x 14 and cut them to exact dimensions using a table saw.
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I've shown the photos of your work to guys with exotics like
Ferrari and Lamborghini and they, as I, are extremely impressed.
In addition to the thickness and dimensions you used I was
thinking about a 'less difficult to create' version that would have
4 acrylic panels covering the existing black-vent areas...or
maybe just applying acrylic panels to the two sections closest to
the back.The thought is, not only would air flow 'out' still be
possible, the area's barren most (left-upper) engine bay section
would remain concealed. Any thoughts on your part would be
appreciated.
One problem are the holes in the lid once the louvers are removed. I also think the air flow would be reduced significantly. I've driven my car in heavy traffic in the Miami heat with no noticeable change in the operating temp. May work though - would like to see other ideas!
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One problem are the holes in the lid once the louvers are removed. I also think the air flow would be reduced significantly. I've driven my car in heavy traffic in the Miami heat with no noticeable change in the operating temp. May work though - would like to see other ideas!
Thanks for all the info and photos. I do believe your
set-up is ideal, I'm just not sure if getting it done up
here in N.Y. would be possible since there was a lot
of alteration needed to accomplish your result. By just
working around that cross section which separates the
four panels, look's to be a much easier way to go.
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Looks great! You did a terrific job. I'm jealous.
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Thickness is 3/16". Any thicker and they become difficult to bend, and thinner stock may be susceptible to distortion from heat. If I recall correctly, I purchased two panels 17.5 x 14 and cut them to exact dimensions using a table saw.
Found a customizing body shop in my area but won't be
able to speak to the person in charge until Monday. Have
jotted down all the info you've posted and would appreciate
receiving anything else you deem important. Any additional
photos would also be greatly appreciated. Was told by Lotus
Garage that a replacement deck-lid would be about $252.
Don't know if that price includes painting, or the black
plastic OEM louvers, or the lock mechanism.
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Thickness is 3/16". Any thicker and they become difficult to bend, and thinner stock may be susceptible to distortion from heat. If I recall correctly, I purchased two panels 17.5 x 14 and cut them to exact dimensions using a table saw.
When I visited the Tap Plastics site I noted that the 3/16"
clear acrylic panels came in 2' X 4' measurements. Did you
custom order the 17.5 X 14 panels from them or was this
what you wound up cutting the (2' X 4') panels down to?
Also, did you have to stipulate any kind of scratch resistant
coating or are they that way from their basic stock? If you
have any measurements/photos of the aluminum L channels
I'd appreciate it, as well as the screws that go into the T
style mounts.
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What did you use to cut the Graphite bars down to length?
from their site,
MACHINING TIPS: To cut carbon fiber use an abrasive cutoff wheel or 32 teeth per inch hacksaw. Do not use a band saw.
How long were the pieces you bought?
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How long were the pieces you bought?
I'm interested in the length you purchased as well. Also how did you mount the License plate?
Thanks, great job!
Jacob
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he said he bought 60inches and had about 10inches left... I bought mine from carbonfibertubeshop, but they closed down... If you want they still have 2 pieces left.. $50 shipped
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he said he bought 60inches and had about 10inches left... I bought mine from carbonfibertubeshop, but they closed down... If you want they still have 2 pieces left.. $50 shipped
How long is each piece and is it enough material for the whole job? If it is it sounds great. How do I contact them if they're closed?
Also is there anything that I need to mount my license plate?
Thanks for the help,
Jacob
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email them, I have yet to recieve mine yet.. I believe he cut it into 4 pieces 2 to hold the diffuser, and 2 placed to hold the plate up..
sales@carbonfibertubeshop.com
"Well I have 3 tubes that are .630" OD X .550" ID x 58" L"
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Thanks again. Please post some pics of the license plate mount when you get yours finished.
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Thanks again. Please post some pics of the license plate mount when you get yours finished.
Will do! I also have some other things I need to fab first, my custom single tip exhaust, cat replacement pipe..