my friend knows some guys who own a shop that makes carbon fiber and other parts for airplanes. their business is kinda slow so they want to start making c/f parts for cars as well. they are already making a prototype of a c/f wide body kit for the new Z.
of course, i suggested that they should make some prelude parts
here is what i suggested so far:
carbon fiber front lip, and maybe rear.
carbon fiber hood
carbon fiber trunk lid.
that would reduce some weight since are cars are pigs. they are down to make them and they would use my car to make the hood and the trunk lid.
if we can get a lot of people together, the prices will be awesome (hood - $350-400, trunk lid - $400, lip - $200-250). the carbon fiber they use is of excellent quality and it will be much better than most c/f hoods on the market today.
so lets organize this better than that 4the gen c/f lip!!!!
who is down? all 4th and 5th gens are welcome........

 

i see someone voted for "smoke weed all day" right away...

 

I would love to see a decent front and rear lip for our 4th gens. I'll submit some designs later in the week if I get a chance. Great looking out BB1!!

 

tell you what, get them to donate some carbon fiber parts for my car, and I'll make them famous.

You do realize that I'm going to be in magazines in the states, AND in Europe, right?

I need a vented CF hood, and a front splitter. A CF trunk would be nice too.

 

..your automobile is running again? I havent been here in a while.

Congrats on the gumball run, don't blow up your car before you cross the finish.

BTW- Bring a lawyer, you'll need one.


[Modified by bb6h22a, 7:59 PM 12/12/2002]

 

awww come on, i vote for something and they take it off the list. thats messed up lol

 

CF Lip for under $300 I'm definitely down! May I suggest molding it after the Type S lip for the BB6s. Keep us updated please.

I'd actually consider the hood and trunk lid too maybe this summer.


[Modified by Chris93Si, 10:39 PM 12/12/2002]

 

Here my opinion: the trunk lid is pretty light stock, at least it feels light, maybe 10-12 lbs? And, if you use a c/f piece you'll have to retain the stock attachments,and still use the metal (heavy) joints to attach it to the car, so, you would honestly need to get the trunk lid to weight ~ 2 lbs. to show a substantial savings? The hood, is a pig, but how much lighter will this c/f hood be, and what will be the advantage of it over the other 4 or 5 brands of hoods available? The front lip? Not for me, but I'm sure it'll be gorgeous on a 5th gen.

Instead of c/f how about Aluminum pieces? Your friends in aerospace, Al work is second nature to those guys, isn't it?



[Modified by bb6h22a, 7:42 PM 12/12/2002]

 

The thing with companies that manufacture carbon fiber parts for industrial purposes (i.e. aerospace) is that their parts do not need to be free from visual imperfections. So the visual finish of the final product may not be up to the standards that a car enthusiast might expect. Their industrial customers usually care more about part strength and fitment than things that a car owner would care about - like weaves that are perfectly aligned or nice smooth gelcoat finishes...

You'd probably want to see some consistant samples of their consumer work before doing any kind of contract with them.

Andrew


[Modified by aklucsarits, 10:56 PM 12/12/2002]

 

Whats the company name and who would make CF parts for GA??? Do they have an addy and how much experiance do they have?

 

I'll have a CF trunk for 4th gen and Spoon CF replicas by mid-January....

 

I kinda like the "unclean look." It helps add to the functional "vibe."

 

carbon fiber parts look extremely tacky in my eyes. i would never put one on unless my car was black.

 

well, the trunk lid feels light, but that's because of the way it's opened. if you take it off the car and pick it up it will feel heavier. trust me. i held one in my hands.
plus, we would only use joints that hold it but not the rest of the stuff, no lock... pins would be used instead.
i think it would be a good idea to get the to sponsor JG luder. it would be a great advertisement.
as far as quality, they will be second to none. they are aware of the fact that people don't want any imperfections and they'll have that in mind.
i'll keep you guys updated as i get more details.

 

Not to cut into your thread but I just confirmed we will have 2 5th gen CF trunks available next week for $500 plus shipping. After that we will make more. IM if interested. Pics and everything next week.

 

If they could make a full carbon fiber shell for me I might be interested Personally I wouldn't go any further than the hood, otherwise it starts to look a little ridiculous, but that's just my opinion. Good luck with the carbon fiber parts, hope they sell well

 

uhm... carbon fiber can be painted.

 

it's not about looks, it's about weight saving. plus, you can always paint it to match your car color.
and if you don't like it or don't want it you didn't really have to reply.
i asked "who's in?" not who's not. but thanx for your opinion anyway.

 

<~~ really wants a 5th Gen CF Trunk Lid

 

how about a mugen style rear wing for the 4th gen's? ive seen them on 5th gen's before and they look very nice.

-Vi

 

BB1, I'm in For all three parts for 4th gen, but I would like to see pics!!!

I have a Mugen wing for a 4th gen (BB1) in my garage, is pretty rare if you want to make a copy, let me know!! It's a great looking wing and I would be a great wing to make a copy of!!


[Modified by LudeType-T, 1:30 AM 12/13/2002]

 

i would be down for the lip and the hood.... and btw.. call me so we can meet up.. i want ur exhaust damnit

 

sorry, no pics... none of them are made yet. that's why we're having this thread.
as for the mugen wing, i have one too. about to be shippeed to member str8rcn...

 

yeah, only i lost your number.... sorry... IM me again with your number, or e-mail me and we'll take care of it.

 

i would love to get my hands on a trunk lid for my 4th gen... been looking for one for a while now, there was a thread on po, but i guess the cf parts never came through... if there is any posibility of doing some body panels, i would be extremely interested in those to... let us know, if the trunk lids will be done, sign my up for one...