RobE Posted June 1, 2007 Share Posted June 1, 2007 Sweet! And I think you should paint the support behind the grille \/ black for it blends in. I checked mine and it came painted black http://newenglandsubarus.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brady Posted June 2, 2007 Share Posted June 2, 2007 Nice! I've been working on mine for some time now. I'm never dedicated enough to put in any length of time on it. So I have a slightly sloppy bondo job going on right now. I will eventually finish it (goal is for end of June) in body color GRP. Hoping it comes out looking as good as yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted June 2, 2007 Share Posted June 2, 2007 nice work. bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSTMIZR Posted June 3, 2007 Author Share Posted June 3, 2007 Thanks guys We just finished a full-on detail and daytime photoshoot, hutru should post up some shots soon. Brady, Yeah, its definately a pain but when its all done it'll be worth it. Good luck and post up pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rambo Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 seems like it would be easier to buy a rbs one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 That ABS molding for the side filling is an awesome touch !! No one has ever really shown an idea like that, Nice Work overall! Question about the fog bezels, pics dont really show any difference??? Were the pics before you guys finished the bezels??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 seems like it would be easier to buy a rbs one! Hey! This isnt the SCPWT !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSTMIZR Posted June 4, 2007 Author Share Posted June 4, 2007 seems like it would be easier to buy a rbs one! Yeah, but this was a lot more fun, OEM fit, and is actually a one-off piece (no one makes that molded production part finish). That ABS molding for the side filling is an awesome touch !! No one has ever really shown an idea like that, Nice Work overall! Question about the fog bezels, pics dont really show any difference??? Were the pics before you guys finished the bezels??? Thanks dude, every time I see it I'm like . As for the fog bezels, check near the end of the OP for the fog bezel section and you'll see they were white (like the car) at first. We added matching texture to those and are working on matching "semi-bezels" (hard to explain) for the lower grills. I'll keep ya posted on that................ Matt, put up the finished day pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSTMIZR Posted June 4, 2007 Author Share Posted June 4, 2007 Hey! This isnt the SCPWT !!! Ya lost me on that one, SCPWT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 So Cal Post Whoooring Thread Cause Rambo posts in there like its his day job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Yeah, but this was a lot more fun, OEM fit, and is actually a one-off piece (no one makes that molded production part finish). Thanks dude, every time I see it I'm like . As for the fog bezels, check near the end of the OP for the fog bezel section and you'll see they were white (like the car) at first. We added matching texture to those and are working on matching "semi-bezels" (hard to explain) for the lower grills. I'll keep ya posted on that................ Matt, put up the finished day pics. GOTCHA. Oh and whats the deal with the Magic Eraser?? Isnt that that Mr. Clean product?? Did you just use it to remove all the dirt and grease? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSTMIZR Posted June 4, 2007 Author Share Posted June 4, 2007 So Cal Post Whoooring Thread Cause Rambo posts in there like its his day job. ^^^:lol: Yeah, The ME mimics ~900 grit sand paper so it worked real well (with some elbow grease of course) to remove any crud and prep the factory clearcoat for a nice primer spray down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSTMIZR Posted June 4, 2007 Author Share Posted June 4, 2007 That ABS molding for the side filling is an awesome touch !! No one has ever really shown an idea like that, Nice Work overall! Oh, BTW the ABS molding is sooooo easy too. Just cut a square, put it down of the pavement and hit it with the heat gun on high for 15 secs (up close ~8" away). Quickly bend it (really your laying it) around the opening and hold till it cools (wear gloves). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Where do pick that up? Home Depot? What is it generally used for, HVAC or plumbing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSTMIZR Posted June 4, 2007 Author Share Posted June 4, 2007 Well the stuff I used was from my custom shop days (any stereo shop should have some). The ABS is great because its thick and holds the form after heated (easier to just epoxy and clamp). Really, you can employ the same principle using any malleable material. Home depot probably has dozens of small parts for use in whatever (plumbing, HVAC, etc.), you can just get a $2 widget and cut it up. One of those metal duct adaptors would work nicely (just don't cut yourself). Plastic is better though, it makes the epoxy step easier (if its the type you can mold to shape). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutru01 Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Day Shots http://img509.imageshack.us/img509/1477/picture009vy8.jpg http://img464.imageshack.us/img464/900/picture012wj5.jpg http://img509.imageshack.us/img509/2382/picture010zq1.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Very Nice, now tackle those headlights this weekend. I think what I like the best is how you blended the chrome lip into the rest of the grille. No lip, just a slight change in angle. Very subtle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgeracer Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Aghhhh....too much work, tools, and material required but great job indeed. Best yet so far. How much would it cost if you did mines?? Just the grill of course "Gimme mines Balboa...Gimme mines".....Clubber Lang - Mr. T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutru01 Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 ^ Not something I would tackle on my own...best bet is to find someone that is good with fiberglass/bondo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutru01 Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Very Nice, now tackle those headlights this weekend. I think what I like the best is how you blended the chrome lip into the rest of the grille. No lip, just a slight change in angle. Very subtle. I am trading for 05 headlights as I type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSTMIZR Posted June 5, 2007 Author Share Posted June 5, 2007 Very Nice, I think what I like the best is how you blended the chrome lip into the rest of the grille. No lip, just a slight change in angle. Very subtle. Thanks dude, that's exactly what I was going for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSTMIZR Posted June 5, 2007 Author Share Posted June 5, 2007 Aghhhh....too much work, tools, and material required but great job indeed. Best yet so far. You humble me with your kind words, thanks . How much would it cost if you did mines?? Just the grill of course Well, you present an very interesting question............................ I suppose it would depend on the styling, finish, and my free time (). It would have to be either primer, flat, or textured (not gonna deal with OEM matching.........its a real headache w/o the actual car). Let me think about that, I'll get back to you............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgeracer Posted June 7, 2007 Share Posted June 7, 2007 Well i would actually consider the same color as yours but maybe flat with a clearcoat. My car is OBP.. "Gimme mines Balboa...Gimme mines".....Clubber Lang - Mr. T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zennoodle Posted June 7, 2007 Share Posted June 7, 2007 Wow..any more detailed then you would need to record yourself like a cooking show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSTMIZR Posted June 8, 2007 Author Share Posted June 8, 2007 ^^^:lol: BAM!!! Well i would actually consider the same color as yours but maybe flat with a clearcoat. My car is OBP.. Well.......right now there's no way I could find the time to do another one. I'll post something or PM you when I get some more free time and I'm considering the OEM matching............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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