What ISF parts do you want in Carbon Fiber?
11-06-11, 06:37 PM
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11-06-11, 06:53 PM
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Basically right now I am just reading all the responses and talking back and forth with the manufacturer to find the best products to start making, but if you have any requests or questions feel free to drop me a PM!
11-06-11, 07:10 PM
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I actually designed that piece for the first producer of the part who turned out to be a cheat and a fraud
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11-09-11, 05:55 PM
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Hey Guys,
I was recently approached by a Japanese company that produces Carbon Fiber parts for exotic cars, and they asked me what the ISF community would be most interested in being produced for the ISF.
So I told him, I don't really know, but I'll ask them.
I had a couple ideas myself. What do you guys think of theses and please let me know what else to add to this list!
- Engine Cover (Either Full or Half Coverage like the one on our ISF)
- Backseat Middle Part
- Side Mirror Covers
- Foglight Covers
Steven @ VIP Auto Salon
I was recently approached by a Japanese company that produces Carbon Fiber parts for exotic cars, and they asked me what the ISF community would be most interested in being produced for the ISF.
So I told him, I don't really know, but I'll ask them.
I had a couple ideas myself. What do you guys think of theses and please let me know what else to add to this list!
- Engine Cover (Either Full or Half Coverage like the one on our ISF)
- Backseat Middle Part
- Side Mirror Covers
- Foglight Covers
Steven @ VIP Auto Salon
11-09-11, 06:48 PM
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Thats a good idea, but iunno how many people would be interested in that piece. For racing applications oh hell yea... But for the most part the general consensus is aesthetic pieces and aerodynamics.
I personally would rock them
11-09-11, 09:13 PM
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^^^^It seems to me that that could have tremendous ramifications. It would affect the safety and integrity of the vehicle, Lexus would balk on any kind of claim regarding body damage issues, and your insurance company would balk at paying on any claim involving those portions of the car.
Yep, the weight savings might be wonderful for a race car, but for a street driven vehicle it could open up a whole can of worms. Just my thoughts.
Lou
Yep, the weight savings might be wonderful for a race car, but for a street driven vehicle it could open up a whole can of worms. Just my thoughts.
Lou
11-09-11, 09:54 PM
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Yes! That piece was what I was referring to in the first part of my post on Page 2.
It's better for me rather than the whole piece in texalium because it keeps some of the black and thus keep that "divided" look in between my rear alpine leather seats.
It's better for me rather than the whole piece in texalium because it keeps some of the black and thus keep that "divided" look in between my rear alpine leather seats.
11-09-11, 10:03 PM
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Also other parts we are most likely going to produce through them are CF mirror covers, engine cover, foglight covers and maybe a basic side diffuser.
11-16-11, 04:52 PM
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The door grab handles... And yes they do come off. I've removed mine. I can send you mine as a prototype. I wouldn't charge you for using my piece even if you all mess it up.
This piece is the same from 2006 ISX50's to the IS-F all the way to the 2012.
Here is a picture. I just PM-ed you too.
Notice the grab handle on the door??
This piece is the same from 2006 ISX50's to the IS-F all the way to the 2012.
Here is a picture. I just PM-ed you too.
Notice the grab handle on the door??
11-16-11, 06:10 PM
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The door grab handles... And yes they do come off. I've removed mine. I can send you mine as a prototype. I wouldn't charge you for using my piece even if you all mess it up.
This piece is the same from 2006 ISX50's to the IS-F all the way to the 2012.
Here is a picture. I just PM-ed you too.
Notice the grab handle on the door??
This piece is the same from 2006 ISX50's to the IS-F all the way to the 2012.
Here is a picture. I just PM-ed you too.
Notice the grab handle on the door??
11-16-11, 07:30 PM
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We are actually looking at that too, having a full roof overlay that still supports the sunroof. That is still a possibility.
Also other parts we are most likely going to produce through them are CF mirror covers, engine cover, foglight covers and maybe a basic side diffuser.
Also other parts we are most likely going to produce through them are CF mirror covers, engine cover, foglight covers and maybe a basic side diffuser.
11-16-11, 08:29 PM
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Basically right now we are doing products that we feel would be applicable to everyone that wouldnt cost too much. Now if you wanted something as large as an OEM bumper I can have it produced but it might be kind of expensive. If you really want it PM me and we can talk about it.
As for replacing the actual sunroof, I don't know how big of a market there would be for something like that but again if you want it made we can talk about it.
