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Author Topic: Solstice Recessed Grills  (Read 182204 times)

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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #400 on: August 13, 2014, 03:11:22 AM »
Mmmmmmm. I really need one of those things.
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #401 on: August 13, 2014, 08:26:16 AM »
with some of the upcoming products we have in production ;)

I hope that includes the reinforced metal underbody lift plates? 

I've seen pics of RTE dented lift points.  :(

BTW, wouldn't object to a set of replicated Aftershock two-piece fiberglass rocker panels.  I can't stop staring at that silver Solstice on Rudy's old site.  From the recessed grill to the ducktail spoiler, rocker panels, it's lowering, silver color, and the wheels and tires just says  :cool: to me.
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #402 on: August 14, 2014, 11:58:19 PM »
I hope that includes the reinforced metal underbody lift plates? 

I've seen pics of RTE dented lift points.  :(

YES PLEASE!!!!! Mine are badly dented up.
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #403 on: October 09, 2014, 10:39:22 AM »
Solidworks Solstice grills, #1 post October 26, 2012, 10:34:40 PM

Here you go Bob.  Took about 40 min to draw in Solidworks 06, had to remember how to use the older version which is what I have at home.  Of course this is just a guess at the size and is lacking things like draft and installation tabs.  A production model shouldn't take more than a few hours to do it's collecting the data from the car to make it work that would take the most time.  Anyone have a 3d scan of the Solstice to work with?



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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #404 on: October 09, 2014, 11:09:12 AM »
Dave tried to distract us with things like short shift kits and buying Kappa Sphere and now he's trying to start a B&B for Critter.  Which in my opinion are all pretty lame excuses for not getting these grills made, come on Dave quit stalling.  Don't make us have to get Ivy involved in this.
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #405 on: October 09, 2014, 12:30:30 PM »
Don't make us have to get Ivy involved in this.

Yeah!  Or she might turn into this! ...

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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #406 on: October 09, 2014, 01:27:41 PM »
Our Ivy is much better looking
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #407 on: October 13, 2014, 11:33:42 AM »
And I'm sure IVY would look even hotter posed in front of production ready recessed grills...

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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #408 on: October 13, 2014, 01:18:57 PM »
You do have a valid point there ChopTop!   Ivy the ball is in your court now.
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #409 on: December 29, 2014, 09:53:17 PM »
Ok, BUMP. Both for the grills and the reinforced lift points. Knew I should have asked Dave about something else when I talked to him a couple weeks ago.

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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #410 on: December 30, 2014, 03:44:27 PM »
You do have a valid point there ChopTop!   Ivy the ball is in your court now.

CT must keep mouth shut, must keep mouth shut.


BTW, a recent recessed grills want thread has popped up on the BB. 
http://www.solsticeforum.com/forum/f43/aftershock-recessed-grilles-105713/

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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #411 on: February 07, 2015, 12:18:06 AM »
New year bump?
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Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #412 on: February 07, 2015, 12:11:13 PM »
These should be ready by mid march.  Send your money to me now and I'll ship when they are done.
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #413 on: September 30, 2015, 12:03:39 PM »
Any progress on recessed grills or more funnel like brake ducts?
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #414 on: September 30, 2015, 03:48:28 PM »
I just bumped the Aftershock is back thread up at: http://www.solsticeforum.com/forum/f11/aftershock-back-111233/

Aftershock last post was on 4/29/15 (post 10).   Draw your own conclusions.

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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #415 on: October 14, 2015, 01:13:41 PM »
Since it doesn't look like these are much of a priority for DDM, if someone has the ability to host some files I'll make the CAD models available and people can take them to a 3D printer of their choice and get some made.
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #416 on: October 14, 2015, 02:01:04 PM »
For the Sky also? :)

PS: I can host the files
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #417 on: October 14, 2015, 02:59:27 PM »
Maybe KappaSphere would be interested?

...oh ...wait
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #418 on: October 14, 2015, 03:35:05 PM »
Kelu if you host the files will that mean these grills have a European influence?
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #419 on: October 15, 2015, 12:18:13 AM »
Kelu-
Will you host files with free shipping ?
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #420 on: October 15, 2015, 05:09:09 AM »
Kelu if you host the files will that mean these grills have a European influence?
Yes, but I promise I won't change the program to cheat the emission tests.

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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #421 on: October 15, 2015, 09:09:43 AM »
How would you go about getting quotes from a 3D service, just send them the CAD file copy?  Would it also involve asking or specifying the type of composite to use?  Also, wouldn't/shouldn't 10 sets be cheaper per unit than one set?

I looked online for 3D printing services and a lot of sites pop up so it looks like you'd have to contact quite a few to find out to see if they are capable of taking on a small production run.

Now if I could only find out who purchased the Aftershock side sills.  I did ask Norm if he'd make the recessed grills and side skirts,  but he told me he doesn't copy others designs.
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #422 on: October 15, 2015, 01:23:25 PM »
Yes I think most 3d printers would want a copy of the file to see what they are making and can then give you a quote.  They can also probably help you choose a material depending on what they use.  You can also report back here and I will give my 2 cents if you want on what might work best.  As for cheaper by the quantity that's a question for the printer.
 
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #423 on: October 17, 2015, 11:29:07 PM »
I have access to a 3D printer. I'm about 80% sure I can use it. If you're willing to make the CAD and send it to me I'll see what I can do! 99% of my friends are Mechanical/Aerospace engineers with 3D printers I'd be willing to pay for a prototype through them and post the results
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Re: Solstice Recessed Grills
« Reply #424 on: October 18, 2015, 03:21:12 AM »
There are a lot of 3D printers out there but not a lot of them have a bed big enough to make a set of grills for the car.
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