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kjc2050 05-03-2015 02:49 AM

Fred, Getting some good photos is still on my to-do list. Sorry it's taken me so long. kc

Nine8Six 05-03-2015 03:28 AM

haha why do I get the feeling that summer finally kicked in where you are and that the topless thing is biting ;) Man... weather have been good only since a few weeks here.

Next weekend I think I taking the Boxster car out for a spring cleanup & detailing, roof down ride etc etc. Also hope to take a few pics of my car. I actually want to see how the amber looks like on the guards red. Will also post pics here and ask for opinions.

Next weekend, next weekend.... when did I heard that before loll No rush Kevin, totally understand mate

soxfan1966 05-07-2015 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 447765)
Uh-oh! Ok, I'll send a quick note to you guys on the list (by email) a few days before it goes live just to make sure others don't snap your kits loll Advanced notice type thing

Hi...

Am I on the list? I believe I added myself via the GT Projectors website the other day.

Also, is it possible to get something custom etched as the design - thinking Boston Red Sox themed (the two red socks emblem)....

Nine8Six 05-07-2015 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by soxfan1966 (Post 448684)
Hi...

Am I on the list? I believe I added myself via the GT Projectors website the other day.

Also, is it possible to get something custom etched as the design - thinking Boston Red Sox themed (the two red socks emblem)....

Haven't sent out a note yet. If you are registered on that gtp site then no worries mate, you will receive soon enough (nx week!)

RE your question, you certainly can! Not sure I am using the correct version tho. Feel free to customize. RS logo from Boston Red Sox Logo - Download 647 Logos (Page 1)

Quick preview in B&W (one color), I bet it looks a tad better backlit with let's say the red LED loll

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1431056165.jpg


Go Go custom, sure can do ;)

soxfan1966 05-08-2015 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 448700)
Haven't sent out a note yet. If you are registered on that gtp site then no worries mate, you will receive soon enough (nx week!)

RE your question, you certainly can! Not sure I am using the correct version tho. Feel free to customize. RS logo from Boston Red Sox Logo - Download 647 Logos (Page 1)

Quick preview in B&W (one color), I bet it looks a tad better backlit with let's say the red LED loll

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1431056165.jpg


Go Go custom, sure can do ;)


That looks awesome... Was not sure how it would look with the words (it would be backwards from the front) so was thinking the red sox logo like this would be better. Can you post what that would look like?

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1431096577.jpg

Nine8Six 05-08-2015 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by amagalla (Post 447604)
Cool deal. Boxster S for me. White and red light strips. Let me know where to send the money, and how much.

That doesn't look half bad. Where do we ship this Tony. Sent you an email, quit ignoring me loll May have sent this to the wrong Tony also loll GTP site reg from last Feb. Man that'd be funny

Packed ready for a hell of a trip around the world

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/1231431099662.jpg

Nine8Six 05-08-2015 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by soxfan1966 (Post 448788)
Can you post what that would look like?

Right, and sure. Two potential problems however

1. your rear vision will be reduced greatly with something as solid as per visual. The official logo would possibly be better rear vision-wise e.g smaller/narrower features.. still can see through

2. you want to make dead sure that "everyone" following you is a huge fan of the Boston RS mate ;) Do not travel out of the city

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/sox1431100436.jpg

Edit: I actually kind a like it lolllll

soxfan1966 05-08-2015 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 448794)
Right, and sure. Two potential problems however

1. your rear vision will be reduced greatly with something as solid as per visual. The official logo would possibly be better rear vision-wise e.g smaller/narrower features.. still can see through

2. you want to make dead sure that "everyone" following you is a huge fan of the Boston RS mate ;) Do not travel out of the city

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/sox1431100436.jpg

Edit: I actually kind a like it lolllll


Sweet - that looks AWESOME !!!

Will need to think about the rear vision part though, a good point... Would it be an issue only when the LEDs were on or even when they were off (and during the day) because of the etching?

Nine8Six 05-08-2015 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by soxfan1966 (Post 448799)
Sweet - that looks AWESOME !!!

Will need to think about the rear vision part though, a good point... Would it be an issue only when the LEDs were on or even when they were off (and during the day) because of the etching?

Etching is indeed solid. Back to you mate. Let us know when you'll had a good look at your rear view mirror and made up your decision.

ps. side mirrors and dead angle (over shoulder) rules for me... rear view mirror is optional for me.... but that is just me. I have the Porsche/crest and it doesn't bother a single bit (in bright red loll). Can't confirm/comment on the solid visuals tho - at your own risk!

I'm around mate, tc (go go Red Sox!)

Nine8Six 05-08-2015 08:26 AM

Think "outlines". That's what I'd go for personally

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1431102396.jpg


Some options for you to think of.

Off walking the dogs... passed midnight (their time!), got two huge heads here looking at me like its the end of the world

Tc!

amagalla 05-08-2015 08:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 448790)
That doesn't look half bad. Where do we ship this Tony. Sent you an email, quit ignoring me loll May have sent this to the wrong Tony also loll GTP site reg from last Feb. Man that'd be funny

Packed ready for a hell of a trip around the world

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/1231431099662.jpg



OMG! OMG!OMG! OMG! hee hee OMG! OMG!OMG! OMG! I think I just wet myself. I didn't get your email. PM'ing you now with the address.

Tony

BruceH 05-08-2015 11:29 AM

Sitting out by the lake the other evening in the car, I had the windscreen illuminated. A couple of bubbas came walking by several times. They finally came up and asked what it was, they had never seen anything like it. Complimented the look and said it was very cool:cool: Again, fantastic job Fred:cheers:

soxfan1966 05-08-2015 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 448802)
Think "outlines". That's what I'd go for personally

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1431102396.jpg


Some options for you to think of.

Off walking the dogs... passed midnight (their time!), got two huge heads here looking at me like its the end of the world

Tc!

I like the outlines.... looks good and gives better visibility than the solid...

Nine8Six 05-09-2015 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by BruceH (Post 448833)
Sitting out by the lake the other evening in the car, I had the windscreen illuminated. A couple of bubbas came walking by several times. They finally came up and asked what it was, they had never seen anything like it. Complimented the look and said it was very cool:cool: Again, fantastic job Fred:cheers:

I'll be honest, I also like the white etch look during day time also. So class, looks sharp man. Reminds me when we had 'stickers'. Was also sort of okay but nothing like this ;)

Pumped up my slow leak front tire with my bicycle pump and took the Boxster car for a ride today. No roof down however.... car is filthy and all but don't care was so nice to drive it. I'll take pics when I gave it a good wash (embarrassing... nearly 2 months parked in the dusty shed)

Oh and finally got my amber SkyBreaker on! Not sure, sure does looks amazing but something tells me the red is better. I'll need you guy's opinion as some stage next week on that (please lol)


Quote:

Originally Posted by soxfan1966 (Post 448865)
I like the outlines.... looks good and gives better visibility than the solid...

Let me figure out how to outline that RS logo and I'll post back something far more better looking that above (apologies btw, was a quick photoshop)

BruceH 05-09-2015 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 448918)
I'll be honest, I also like the white etch look during day time also. So class, looks sharp man. Reminds me when we had 'stickers'. Was also sort of okay but nothing like this ;)

Actually, it was at dusk and I had the LED's on, so they were impressed with the blue illumination. When it is still light out, and the LED's are on, it really looks good:cheers:

Nine8Six 05-09-2015 08:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BruceH (Post 448927)
Actually, it was at dusk and I had the LED's on, so they were impressed with the blue illumination. When it is still light out, and the LED's are on, it really looks good:cheers:

Oh I know Bruce, was following no worries. RE looking good, its actually pretty wicked when those LED are turned on. Also Blue-on-Blue must be quite something. Haven't seen it in person I'll be honest but judging from your pics I bet that colour combo is a headturner.

Just took that chance to brag about the white etching during day time. Not many are impressed by that... dunno why LOLL

I think that also brings out the Porsche owner pride thingny pretty well (less the finger prints and dust, sorry)

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/011421983411.jpg

BruceH 05-09-2015 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 448930)
Oh I know Bruce, was following no worries. RE looking good, its actually pretty wicked when those LED are turned on. Also Blue-on-Blue must be quite something. Haven't seen it in person I'll be honest but judging from your pics I bet that colour combo is a headturner.

Just took that chance to brag about the white etching during day time. Not many are impressed by that... dunno why LOLL

I think that also brings out the Porsche owner pride thingny pretty well (less the finger prints and dust, sorry)

Ok, I wasnt sure;) I do love the etching on its own as well, 1000 times better than the sticker. Definitely first class! I wish I could get to Shanghai but this is the last month for the 777 from DFW. Next month they are putting the 787 on that route:(

Nine8Six 05-09-2015 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BruceH (Post 448937)
Ok, I wasnt sure;) I do love the etching on its own as well, 1000 times better than the sticker. Definitely first class! I wish I could get to Shanghai but this is the last month for the 777 from DFW. Next month they are putting the 787 on that route:(

2016 we are pushing for Austin,TX for May (motogp) and was thinking of going - I haven't seen the Austin circuit yet. Might well see you sooner than you think Captain ;) Glad to hear you are not having this jetlagged route anymore, can't be an easy job but still fun I guess :cool:

BruceH 05-09-2015 09:41 AM

Sounds good Fred! I haven't made it down there yet either, would love to go.

022520 05-13-2015 05:41 AM

Hey Fred,

Counting down the hours. Still on target? Got a small road trip planned for the first week in June and it would sure be sweet to be sporting the new wind screen. See what being a super star gets you. Your adoring fans want more, more more!!!!

:cheers: Larry

Nine8Six 05-13-2015 06:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 022520 (Post 449508)
Hey Fred,

Counting down the hours. Still on target? Got a small road trip planned for the first week in June and it would sure be sweet to be sporting the new wind screen. See what being a super star gets you. Your adoring fans want more, more more!!!!

:cheers: Larry

Still on target - goes LIVE on 15th, this month, this year, this world loll

Already have all of the LED strips pre-fabricated in all of the 5 colors (about 300x strips/micro connectors) and have so far 58 PWM controllers ready in hands (doing another 20 tonight). Blades are done (200x kits total). Nasty....

Got 98 coated panels already cut to Boxster specs/size. However, they aren't etched. Keeping the fruity PMMA fumes for last (smells like crack cocaine... how lucky eh)

Fans lolllllll Below pic is the kinda fans I need

http://www.jephillipsco.com/media/fansBlowers1.gif

AP328 05-14-2015 11:22 AM

Have you sent out e-mails confirming orders yet, or is that still to come?

022520 05-14-2015 03:22 PM

Oh god, oh god, oh god. Tomorrow is the day. Yeehah!!!!!!!

Now I have to learn to install and connect..

Giller 05-14-2015 03:32 PM

Can't wait till the 987.2 Boxster Version!!!

Nine8Six 05-15-2015 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by AP328 (Post 449686)
Have you sent out e-mails confirming orders yet, or is that still to come?

Nah, assuming I have plenty for everyone this time. Did sent an email separately to those who've I owe a replacement (coated) window however.

Ready for grab on that GTP site!!! Those registered already should have received a system message by now

ps. If those 100'ish kits vanishes all at the same time I swear I quit this forum lolll Really hope we have enough for everybody this time. At least enough for those that signed up... which is less than 80 ppl. Fingers crossed

pps. Same price! The super duper coating is on me :/ Not going to charge extra for what should have been included at the first place. Sincere apologies for having make a few of you fellas wait for this kit.

soxfan1966 05-15-2015 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 449810)
Nah, assuming I have plenty for everyone this time. Did sent an email separately to those who've I owe a replacement (coated) window however.

Ready for grab on that GTP site!!! Those registered already should have received a system message by now

ps. If those 100'ish kits vanishes all at the same time I swear I quit this forum lolll Really hope we have enough for everybody this time. At least enough for those that signed up... which is less than 80 ppl. Fingers crossed

pps. Same price! The super duper coating is on me :/ Not going to charge extra for what should have been included at the first place. Sincere apologies for having make a few of you fellas wait for this kit.


I wanted to make sure I got one so I just ordered on the GTP site. I was not entirely sure what to put in for the custom logo - I used a red sox socks eps file but you mentioned about maybe doing an outline. Just let me know what you need from me... I submitted by order - my paypal / email matches my user name on this forum...

Ottacat 05-15-2015 09:06 AM

Woot, woot, got mine ordered :)

Nine8Six 05-15-2015 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soxfan1966 (Post 449811)
I wanted to make sure I got one so I just ordered on the GTP site. I was not entirely sure what to put in for the custom logo - I used a red sox socks eps file but you mentioned about maybe doing an outline. Just let me know what you need from me... I submitted by order - my paypal / email matches my user name on this forum...

That's the best I can do on the "outline" work. That's ready for the laser! Much better than solid... with a good red backlit effect on that, that will get you a few "Go Go Red Sox" coming your way I'm sure ;)

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/RS011431709843.jpg

Let me know if you need any revision on that, I'm cool with that. If you are good to go chose option "Custom work" from the dropdown. We'll keep in touch!

Would that work you think?

soxfan1966 05-15-2015 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 449814)
That's the best I can do on the "outline" work. That's ready for the laser! Much better than solid... with a good red backlit effect on that, that will get you a few "Go Go Red Sox" coming your way I'm sure ;)

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01/RS011431709843.jpg

Let me know if you need any revision on that, I'm cool with that. If you are good to go chose option "Custom work" from the dropdown. We'll keep in touch!

Would that work you think?

So the parts in the image in black would be etched and appear with the red backlight whereas the solid white parts would be clear (like a previous version you showed me). If so then I love it and think it's going to look unique and AWESOME!!! My order is already in (I did Custom but also had to pick one of the options above - I want it to look like your image here please....

Nine8Six 05-15-2015 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soxfan1966 (Post 449815)
So the parts in the image in black would be etched and appear with the red backlight whereas the solid white parts would be clear (like a previous version you showed me).

Correct. Only the black outline will be illuminated!

Quote:

Originally Posted by soxfan1966 (Post 449815)
My order is already in (I did Custom but also had to pick one of the options above - I want it to look like your image here please....

WYSIWYG (R Sox... outlined, in red)!!! Confirmed.

Nine8Six 05-15-2015 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ottacat (Post 449813)
Woot, woot, got mine ordered :)

Tim, just came in. Thanks bud :cheers:

(you'll love that thing, promise!)

Carlisabadman986 05-15-2015 10:29 AM

PAID!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Can't wait just in time for summer!

Wallace River 05-15-2015 10:44 AM

Order has been placed, payment sent! Thanks in advance Fred, and thanks for the email.

BoxsterPHD 05-15-2015 11:25 AM

Order placed, thanks Fred. Looking forward to this mod.

BFeller 05-15-2015 12:13 PM

Just completed my order.

ccjazz 05-15-2015 12:17 PM

Thanks for the email Fred....payment sent.

Awesome upgrade for any 986 and unbelievable product support!!

Thanks again

:cheers:

nieuwhzn 05-15-2015 01:33 PM

Order placed.....Thanks Fred

AP328 05-15-2015 03:11 PM

I did get the automated message and missed it. Placing order now. I can't wait, this is fantastic - thank you so much for all your efforts.

Toppy986 05-15-2015 04:19 PM

Just ordered mine, thanks Fred

doctorm3 05-15-2015 04:25 PM

:dance::dance::dance:order placed! Thanks, Fred!:dance::dance::dance:


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