11-10-2018, 05:56 AM
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Thanks for the input. Anyone out there have a recommendation about where to get some decent looking mesh? Can't find any at local auto parts stores.
Thanks
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11-10-2018, 06:10 AM
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Outside pic. OCG I think you are on to something if I can cut it without ruining it 
Last edited by JBauer; 11-10-2018 at 06:45 AM.
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11-10-2018, 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by JBauer
Outside pic. OCG I think you are on to something if I can cut it without ruining it |
That outside pic looks pretty good. Taking the flat black to the outer edges of the real vent openings puts it in ‘viable’ territory. Everything is in the same visual plane now.
I just checked an eBay listing for these vents. It seems they are fiberglass. I work mostly with hot molded plastics and catalyst urethanes so I can’t be of much help regarding making the cutouts. You’ll need a precision tool to make the tight rear V cuts for sure. Variable speed dremel with a good cutting wheel? Not much material there for the lower vane. Maybe leave a mm or so of material on each side of the vane mold??
Good luck if you decide to give it a go!
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Last edited by Oldcarguy; 11-10-2018 at 07:09 AM.
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11-10-2018, 07:10 AM
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I've got a router but I can be scary cutting Fglass. I checked eBay and these things are expensive 😲
I got a deal for sure. Hate ti ruin them
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11-10-2018, 07:17 AM
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Originally Posted by JBauer
I've got a router but I can be scary cutting Fglass. I checked eBay and these things are expensive ��
I got a deal for sure. Hate ti ruin them
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Going for that last 2% can be hella costly. Maybe put some black mesh behind the actual vents and call it good? I’ll almost guarantee you’ll ruin at least the first one trying to go for the lower vent mod or it won’t look as good in reality as it does in the imagination 
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The contents of my posts are for entertainment only. As confirmed by my many motor sports fails, I am not qualified to give product endorsements or mechanical advice
Last edited by Oldcarguy; 11-10-2018 at 07:33 AM.
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11-10-2018, 07:52 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JBauer
Outside pic. OCG I think you are on to something if I can cut it without ruining it.
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This doesn't hurt my eyes as much as the earlier attempt.
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11-10-2018, 08:29 AM
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I think this guy is on the right track
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11-10-2018, 08:37 AM
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Originally Posted by paulofto
I think this guy is on the right track
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I personally prefer the Land Rover/Range Rover style upper back front fender treatment (not). Some of the Explorer guys use even use real RR/LR vents and make them ‘functional’. Whatever floats your boat 
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#317 550 Spyder Anniversary Edition 2004 Boxster S, 3.8L Flat Six Innovations engine, PSS9s, etc, etc . . .
The contents of my posts are for entertainment only. As confirmed by my many motor sports fails, I am not qualified to give product endorsements or mechanical advice
Last edited by Oldcarguy; 11-10-2018 at 08:49 AM.
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11-10-2018, 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by paulofto
I think this guy is on the right track
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Now now now 🙄
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11-10-2018, 09:31 AM
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OK I found the answer but I'm having trouble finding this stuff. I'm not sure if comes in satin black though. 😐
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11-10-2018, 09:33 AM
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Originally Posted by JBauer
OK I found the answer but I'm having trouble finding this stuff. I'm not sure if comes in satin black though. 😐
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perfect! 
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#317 550 Spyder Anniversary Edition 2004 Boxster S, 3.8L Flat Six Innovations engine, PSS9s, etc, etc . . .
The contents of my posts are for entertainment only. As confirmed by my many motor sports fails, I am not qualified to give product endorsements or mechanical advice
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11-10-2018, 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by 78F350
This doesn't hurt my eyes as much as the earlier attempt.
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Progress :dance:
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11-10-2018, 06:40 AM
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Thanks for the input. Anyone out there have a recommendation about where to get some decent looking mesh? Can't find any at local auto parts stores.
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CustomCarGrills dot com has ~30 styles plus mounting/trim accessories. Just google them. Not inexpensive but top of the line products. I’m not affiated with them in any way other than being a satisfied customer.
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#317 550 Spyder Anniversary Edition 2004 Boxster S, 3.8L Flat Six Innovations engine, PSS9s, etc, etc . . .
The contents of my posts are for entertainment only. As confirmed by my many motor sports fails, I am not qualified to give product endorsements or mechanical advice
Last edited by Oldcarguy; 11-10-2018 at 06:42 AM.
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