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Old Apr 28, 2005 | 07:10 PM
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[QUOTE=jfairladyzI will only be offering the replacement for the glass though. The rest of it is up to you, because I don't want to be responsible for any damage like to the weatherstripping. That stuff is expensive. Probably cost more then the CF part would.
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Haha, that's probably why even I'd hesitate on that mod. Mine don't leak right now, so even though it's weight savings, I probably shouldn't tempt fate...
Old Apr 28, 2005 | 07:44 PM
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Originally Posted by jfairladyz
"I'm also trying to fease together a replacement for the stock bumper supports. Those things are damn heavy. I'm not talking about the absorbers, but rather the heavy gauge piece of metal that connects these to the bumper cover. They wouldn't be quite as strong in an impact, but they would offer significant weight savings for racing applications. That would shave a significant amount of weight while allowing you to retain your stock fron end, or aftermarket. Anyone like that idea?
i think that would be great thoase things are heavy as hell also is that street legal?

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Old Apr 28, 2005 | 07:56 PM
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No, not street legal. But that's only if tell anyone.
Seriously though, as strong as carbon is, I don't know how much of a frontal impact it would stand up to. It doesn't absorb energy like the metal support does. If it does receive enough stress, it won't deform, it'll just break. That's one part that wont have accident warranty coverage. Then there's the fact that most of the cars on the road would probably just slide right over the bumper and right onto the hood anyways.

Especialy if your Z is lowered with my new Carbon Fiber Lowering Springs.

That last part was a joke. I better not get any requests for that one.
Old Apr 28, 2005 | 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by jfairladyz
Especialy if your Z is lowered with my new Carbon Fiber Lowering Springs.
dude ineed those springs
Old Apr 28, 2005 | 08:06 PM
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i was thinking a C/F B-pillar "thing" i dont know what it called, but it on the outside of the b-pillar i think that would look trick
Old Apr 28, 2005 | 08:08 PM
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There yours for only $ 6.000. They'll lower your Z approximately 6" and your car will handle like it's riding on Carbon Fiber springs, or the frame rails. which ever sounds better.
Old Apr 28, 2005 | 08:12 PM
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cool ill take em do me a favor hike up the price to 10,000 and you have yourself a deal j/k
Old Apr 28, 2005 | 08:14 PM
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i was thinking a C/F B-pillar "thing" i dont know what it called, but it on the outside of the b-pillar i think that would look trick
Are you talking about the trim between the front and rear side windows? That is a good idea. I'll look into that one.

Actually, that would look really good. I'm gonna have to make those too. Give me time people, all I need is time. Oh and your money too.

Oh by the way, I can cover anything in carbon fiber too. so if you don't want to wait for a mold for a part, you can send me a part, and I can just cover it in Carbon Fiber or Carbon Kevlar. If you're just going for that cosmetic look.

Hell, I could cover your whole car in Carbon.
Old Apr 28, 2005 | 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by jfairladyz

Hell, I could cover your whole car in Carbon.
sounds good
Old Apr 28, 2005 | 08:18 PM
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but i will defenidly be buyin parts from you in the near future
Old Apr 29, 2005 | 08:19 AM
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That's good to hear. I'll keep the forum updated as to progress.
Old Oct 19, 2005 | 10:31 AM
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im new to this place and i just saw this thread and was wondering if the parts have been started or if there still in the works. if they are still being made please put me on the list to be notified, ive been looking for some good parts for a long time. thanks
Old Oct 19, 2005 | 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by drifter
im new to this place and i just saw this thread and was wondering if the parts have been started or if there still in the works. if they are still being made please put me on the list to be notified, ive been looking for some good parts for a long time. thanks
Let me redirect you to the updated forum.. soon, very soon, https://www.zdriver.com/forum/showth...t=14974&page=2
Old Oct 19, 2005 | 07:31 PM
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So who's this guy that's supposed to be making these parts anyways? Can someone tell him that he's seriously a lagger and should really get this crap done already
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 01:01 AM
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Originally Posted by jfairladyz
So who's this guy that's supposed to be making these parts anyways? Can someone tell him that he's seriously a lagger and should really get this crap done already
Slacker!
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 10:05 AM
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Yeah! How about we get to making some parts here before everybody's car turns into "Rust in the wind"...

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Old Oct 23, 2005 | 10:16 AM
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HAHA.. I forgot about that monster..
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 11:39 AM
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I'll try to track him down and let him know that you guys are getting anxious. I'm sure he's working on getting it done. I'll let you guys know when I find something out
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 12:41 PM
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Whats the status on that F-40 style kit??
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by s/cL3.0
Whats the status on that F-40 style kit??
That was a totally different guy... Haven't seen him around here for several months now.

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Old Oct 23, 2005 | 06:56 PM
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Chewbakavette or something, right? He has been gone for quite a while
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 07:59 PM
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Last I heard he was selling that car I think. So I guess that means the Ferrari kit is a no-go

Too bad. That woulda been pretty slick.
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 08:19 PM
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oops. My bad Well Either way someone needs to get on the ball here..

Hey J I got a 3yrd roll of carbon coming tomorrow I am gonna take a shot at wrapping something just to do it..I am getting eager.
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 09:52 PM
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Yeah his name was Chewievette, if I remember right.
Old Oct 23, 2005 | 11:29 PM
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Originally Posted by s/cL3.0
oops. My bad Well Either way someone needs to get on the ball here..

Hey J I got a 3yrd roll of carbon coming tomorrow I am gonna take a shot at wrapping something just to do it..I am getting eager.
i'd give the center console a shot, its not too big, pretty flat, and would look pretty good in CF... or so i would think

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