Rear Reflector Rehab
#151
Yes as long as it stays in position, go with whatever works as it’s not seen anyway! I might look for some black silicon tubing to use instead, but not sure if it’s available. Will let you know!
#152
In my case once I removed the rubber strip it immediately from my old reflector it shrunk nearly 2 inches. When I placed it on the modded reflector i first glued down the centre of the strip and left it to cure. Then over a couple of days I stretched the rubber strip bit by bit a couple of inches at a time from the centre out and clamped in place, glued down and left to cure. In the end it worked a treat and back to full length. The final finish was then applying black silicone seal the whole length on the engine side to make more secure and look neat.
#153
I think maybe you are talking about the spongy rubber strip on top of the reflector, what I am referring to are the 2 round strips that fit on to the edge of where the reflector lens was fixed on. These 2 strips sit under the perforated panel and cannot be seen after everything is fitted. Understand?
#154
@bw-porsche Just started the rubber trim and even thou the edge is minimal, the rubber trim holds well.
Thanks!
Andrew
Thanks!
Andrew
#155
Andrew, it all depends on the profile of the edge where the lens was cut/ broken off from. I think mine must be thicker or uneven because I used the multi tool, which tended to ‘melt cut’ the lens off!! (Probably needed a slower speed). Going to glue the rubber trim on today with super glue, so I might reply if my fingers aren’t stuck permanently together! Be in touch!
#156
Very Nice
This thread is a continuation of the monster "Rear Center Light Substitution Panel" Thread (https://rennlist.com/forums/964-foru...-panel-40.html) and will primarily focus on the rehabilitation of existing (salvageable) panels and building a complete new-design plug-n-play panel replacement. Although the previous panels are not available anymore, I can still provide help with parts, wiring and setup. STL files are available upon request.
Let's start. Here is where I am right now. The panel is sealed and painted. Hardware TBD.
Thanks!
Andrew
Let's start. Here is where I am right now. The panel is sealed and painted. Hardware TBD.
Thanks!
Andrew
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#157
Hi, I've been making these for several years. Usually in batches of 10-20 panels/kits per year. The one above is an older version. New Panels are laser cut and do not require trim around the edge. I have one on a go currently (fully converted panel - Euro conversion). Let me know if you are interested.
The panel is in progress, bulb sockets-wires need to go in for the fog lights.
Thanks!
Andrew
The panel is in progress, bulb sockets-wires need to go in for the fog lights.
Thanks!
Andrew
#158
Hi, I've made another Rear Reflector DIY kit for a member here recently and I have just about enough hardware to make one more. This would be the last kit in the V2 run as I want to move on to developing V3. Due to higher cost of materials I am offering the kit for $185USD (+shipping). Please PM me if interested.
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