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BerT3
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It indeed exact 1158 wide to 1138 deep
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| As far as jagged edges go I talked to a guy that makes MDF kitchen cabinets here and he said if I use very fine metal cutting blade in my jig saw and cut it a bit oversize I can sand the edges down quite smoothly. |
That's the idea - then apply the vinyl and cut oit the excess with a sharp cutter along the edges - it will be smooth !
Anyone else ?
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BerT3
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Made a deal with Rob from Australia - he will get a template and make one up to have shown here !
Soon !
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BerT3
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| Made a deal with Rob from Australia - he will get a template and make one up to have shown here ! |
It's on the way Rob !
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Mike Fisher
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I can't wait to get mine! They will be cool w/carpet thrown over them  |
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BerT3
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Ok,
Some members should have a template by now
I am going to repro the decals in vinyl for sure - only the decals !
I might have a solution in the form of using a different and lighter material !
I still think that it wil be prone to damage due to the size so I am opting to have it sliced in two 5cm above the engine lid opening
Should make it a more easier to handle package !
What do you think ?
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BerT3
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The prototype is almost finished
One piece lasercut - painted and decals
Had some made for me and some locals
Future will tell if I make some more and have the available for overseas purshases
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BerT3
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At last - here they are !
Made some for me and some locals - I have some spare decals !
Test fitted one in my fasty - perfect fit !
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Air_Cooled_Nut
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Location: Portland, Oregon
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We want 1 set for our 67! Our lid says auf/zu. Did they ALL say that? I like just throwing my carpet back but then you're looking @ ratty cardboard  Send us set #4! |
Yes they all say that. |
Hmm, my '72 never had the text  I was surprised the first time I saw a car with the text. I thought it was an early only thing?
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Russ Wolfe
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My 73 Fastback has the text. Was just in there.
My 73 does not have the clip to hold the hatch open though. You do have to take it clear out.
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BerT3
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A closeup 
Lasercut edges - textured finish - correct colour - correct thickness etc.
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pabloc
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You know it. I'm assuming I'll have to "cut/ fit" for the T34?
T34 owners step up please !
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This is great! I am definitely in for a T34 one or, if need be, I will deal with fitting it to my Ghia |
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sharkskinman
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what would you just hook me up with the template for?
on Paper is ok
i work for a sign shop and am closely associated with Harbor Freight
was there day before yesterday talking about the same exact thing.
Also Looking for a Pattern for a Front door Interior Panel
mine is a 67 fastback but a bigger one would be ok then i could just cut it down
Any plans for the rest of the panels
(front or back)
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beelzibus
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| Bert hi, I could e interested in one of these as well,how much are we talking, ready to go,not worried about the text, or even it being a perfect one, an ex prototype or slightly marked/damaged one would probably be OK, Cheers Andy. |
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DONGKG
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jimd1981
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BerT3,
How could I have missed this? Very, very nice! Let me know how to get one! |
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BerT3
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Hello All,
I just made 5 new ones on order which were pré-paid
I'll post photos of the finished ones on Sunday !
I even made some T34 ones !
Problem is the retail price though - quite expensive...
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Air-Cooled Head
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Hello All,
Problem is the retail price though - quite expensive...
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That is the problem w/ repoping.
I've looked into repoping the front trunk cardboard, the rubber on the back of the seat back, floor mats and some other non-T3 stuff.
In every case, the mfg costs make the finished product too expensive for the average Joe/Jane. Would you REALLY pay $600 for the rubber on the back seat, or $400 for floor mats?
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BerT3
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Photos of the finished T34 ones
The ordered squareback ones will be finished on Wednesday evening !
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KIRK!
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I know it's an ancient thread, but any chance of sharing the file for the pattern? I'm looking to cut my own. I can print it out and transfer it.
Thanks!
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Photos of the finished T34 ones
The ordered squareback ones will be finished on Wednesday evening !
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