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Tristar Eric
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 Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 9:41 am Post subject: Syncro filler from Terrawagen |
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We received a inquiry about making a replacement Syncro filler part. ( thanks Barry from Werke1 )
It's going to be an exact copy of the original part except that we're going to use modern plastics. At this point in the mold making we have the opportunity to add or not to add a logo, or any script to the part. My thoughts were to add "Syncro" possibly. ( raised, or recessed?)
Looking for input, what do you Syncro owners think? Would you guys even consider buying a replacement filler if it meant that it wouldn't chalk over?
pic for example:
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insyncro
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NO logos please..please..please  |
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Jeff's Old Volks Home
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No Logos please...
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newfisher
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| If a logo wasn't used it may sell to those 2x owners looking to add a syncro style fill to an additional tank? maybe a kit for 2x people? |
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hans j
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Yup, no logo. But mine doesn't get chalky anymore from all the diesel residue 
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Mofus
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No Logo.
I painted mine with Plastikote about 7 years ago and it still looks good, but I think it's pretty fragile/brittle. It's nice to know this part will be available.
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ScottShelley
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| Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 4:06 pm Post subject: |
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| Thanks for doing this! No logo please |
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Farfrumwork
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Another No logo vote.
And make a replacement grommet too, pretty please? 
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Tristar Eric
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insyncro
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| Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 6:28 pm Post subject: |
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I was lucky enough to have had that grommet for some time now.
It has performed well in the elements and fueling.
The pair will be a well received combo.
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SyncroChrick
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| Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 6:41 pm Post subject: |
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no logo…
thank you Eric.
Can we make suggestion for the next product…how about the middle dash panel for the syncro vacuum switch… |
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otiswesty
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Stock never goes out of style.
No logo.
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Farfrumwork
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Thanks Man!
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BenT Syncro
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No logo. Would you consider a Doka/SC version? Probably not much demand unless auxiliary tank users want them. The 2wd bezels are a PITA for the average guy to install because of cut-outs. The Fiamma caps being provided with SA SS tank kits are expensive and comes with the wrong logos.
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SteveMc
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| BenT Syncro wrote: |
| No logo. Would you consider a Doka/SC version? Probably not much demand unless auxiliary tank users want them. The 2wd bezels are a PITA for the average guy to install because of cut-outs. The Fiamma caps being provided with SA SS tank kits are expensive and comes with the wrong logos. |
Like this...
http://www.ebay.de/itm/VW-Doka-T3-Syncro-Blende-Ta...19c787bd25
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BenT Syncro
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| BenT Syncro wrote: |
| No logo. Would you consider a Doka/SC version? Probably not much demand unless auxiliary tank users want them. The 2wd bezels are a PITA for the average guy to install because of cut-outs. The Fiamma caps being provided with SA SS tank kits are expensive and comes with the wrong logos. |
Like this...
http://www.ebay.de/itm/VW-Doka-T3-Syncro-Blende-Ta...19c787bd25 |
Yep. That Seller is Lars from Tristar Connection. Eric knows him too. Although he is a great guy to deal with, a domestic source with newer materials is always welcome. The Fiamma filler is much easier to adapt but not stock looking and has the wrong logos for fuel use.
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| Can we make suggestion for the next product…how about the middle dash panel for the syncro vacuum switch… |
x2 on that. I'd buy one for sure. Send the bill to the Kidd...
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Tristar Eric
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| Posted: Sat Jan 24, 2015 4:50 pm Post subject: |
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The filler is a go without any logo's. Stay tuned.
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parteephoto
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| Posted: Tue Jun 02, 2015 2:57 pm Post subject: |
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Hi Eric,
Any headway on this filler? Just curious, thanks! |
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