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Make a mold and use glass infused resin?

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Originally Posted by Nostril Cheese (Post 11052628)

There has to be a few maker spaces in HI somewhere. Go find one of those and ask the people inside.

Got tons of friends making piecemeal stuff for under $20.

I'm sure there are, but they would also charge me way more than the $30 + $10 shipping for a new part. Was just brainstorming since my tops don't go bad, only the bottoms.

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Originally Posted by island911 (Post 11052639)

Bryan - I have not had a problem with those breaking. I don't think... I'll check.

Really. My latest 88 was kind of neglected and there were no bottoms on the striker. Just checked my 77 and it is the same: I need new bottoms. However, this car was pampered by 2 doctors prior to my ownership. Perhaps it is the heat and humidity? I had to change 2 more sets in other cars, but those were before Rennline came up with the kit. I had to buy new strikers ad threw the old ones away. :(

Who do you use for nylon? Online or local?

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Originally Posted by island911 (Post 11051043)

The trick is that you need a 3D (CAD) model of the part.

Then send that to a print service. I have a favorite for nylon parts. (super cheap, unless you need 2 day turn.)

Any place with an SLS or an MJF printer will do.