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Blue Flame Restorations 06-16-2011 08:59 AM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
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Originally Posted by VetteMed (Post 116994)
Brett, that's great to hear! it's nice not to have to be in the crosshairs of parts hoarders :-)


After having been in manufacturing for years, I enjoy the challenge of reproducing parts that I need or are hard to find.

PhillipsLT5 06-16-2011 07:17 PM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
Don't stop there, keep going

Blue Flame Restorations 06-16-2011 09:37 PM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
What else do we need?

GOLDCYLON 06-17-2011 09:41 AM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
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Originally Posted by Blue Flame Restorations (Post 117058)
What else do we need?


Rear bumber inset moldings.... From the rear quarter Doglegs to the center license plate each side

Blue Flame Restorations 06-17-2011 11:13 AM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
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Originally Posted by GOLDCYLON (Post 117079)
Rear bumber inset moldings.... From the rear quarter Doglegs to the center license plate each side


I have access to a set to make molds from. Later this year I'll get the molds made and make them.

Blue Flame Restorations 06-17-2011 11:18 AM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
I spoke to the foundry this morning and should have a functional prototype for the thermostat housings within a month or so. Hopefully before Carlisle.

The design will be a near exact copy of the casting. There is only one pathway that has a compound angle that I will not be able to machine. This outlet will be a straight bore with an elbow threaded to accomodate both angles. Otherwise, the casting will be unmodified. The upper thermostat housing is also being cast as OEM.

Once I have the prototype and a unit cost, I will post a pic of it and ask for those interested to raise their hand. I will probably make a run of ten or so. I need two, myself, and TomTom will receive the first one to the group.

Kevin 06-17-2011 11:37 AM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
me love you long time! the rear plate holder is long dead from GM.

Blue Flame Restorations 06-17-2011 11:44 AM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
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Originally Posted by Kevin (Post 117085)
me love you long time! the rear plate holder is long dead from GM.

It's on the list. I have an extra one for a pattern. The mold will need made before I can make the two pcs and bond them together. Pretty busy at the moment on restorations.

Z51JEFF 06-17-2011 12:16 PM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
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Originally Posted by Blue Flame Restorations (Post 117058)
What else do we need?

Coolant hoses.I know with some scrounging a set can be put together but it would be nice to be able to buy and exact set at OEM specs,appearance.

ScottZ95ZR1 06-17-2011 12:17 PM

Re: Thermostat Housing "REPRO"
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue Flame Restorations (Post 117083)
I have access to a set to make molds from.

Yes you do - all you have to do is shout. :thumbsup:


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