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nicorun_974 03-18-2012 11:15 PM

Backdate 911 Conversion Signal Light Boxes = renspeed sucks
 
Hello,
I would like to know if someone could tell me hoaw the conversion signal light box are fixed to the fender when backdating a 3.0 SC to a 2.7 RS.
Pictures would be highly appreciated.

I am from France so be indulgent with my English.



Thanks
Nicolashttp://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1332141297.jpg

sc_rufctr 03-19-2012 12:58 AM

The pic you posted are of the fibre glass version (I think) They're just bonded in place at the bottom of the fender.
Not easy to do as you have to install the bumper and bonnet extension to make sure everything lines up.

There is an all steel version that run at about $900 USD from "Tre". Also difficult but being steel you're wont have cracky or movement problems.

Personally I'd go the all steel version including the bonnet "long hood" extension.

nicorun_974 03-19-2012 03:38 AM

Thanks but I already bought the fiberglass version.

Rob T. 03-19-2012 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sc_rufctr (Post 6632443)
The pic you posted are of the fibre glass version (I think) They're just bonded in place at the bottom of the fender.
Not easy to do as you have to install the bumper and bonnet extension to make sure everything lines up.

There is an all steel version that run at about $900 USD from "Tre". Also difficult but being steel you're wont have cracky or movement problems.

Personally I'd go the all steel version including the bonnet "long hood" extension.

$900 is heavy

Brad394 03-19-2012 11:40 AM

Where do the fiberglass version come from.

Thanks. Brad

TRE Cup 03-19-2012 11:47 AM

Since this was brought up, we are working on a lower cost of production for the steel weld on light boxes. We have standardized some of the pieces that make up each unit, so its not the time consuming way it was done in the past

I can't say how much the new product will cost yet (retail will certainly be lower), but we will be ready by end of April with inventory

For the fiberglass you will use a panel bonding adhesive to affix them to the bottom of your G series fenders. The adhesive is available in different working times

Bon Chance

nicorun_974 03-19-2012 08:39 PM

The fiberglass version comes from renspeed.
Thank you for your answers
Nicolas

SoCalJack 03-25-2012 08:59 PM

TRE Cup do you have an estimate on how much the steel light boxes will cost?

nicorun_974 04-30-2012 08:56 AM

Rennspeed motorsport : Their product are really poor quality. I bought conversion signal light boxes for m'y 73 rs backdate. They didnt fit at all. Impossible to use them, i had to throw them away. They didnt answer my emailer asking a refund. If someone help me to get back my $266,47 USD I will pay 50 usd via paypal.
Good advice : pay more for good quality and it Will finally cost you less.
I bought all my 73 rs parts to d moris in France and everything was perfect. No need to modify any part.

TRE Cup 04-30-2012 10:17 AM

Hello
sorry for the delay, but we were hoping to have a definitive delivery date first. Cost is estimated at $315 each ($630 pair) once they are ready.
However we have to wait our turn in line, with this fabricator. He has all our sample parts, turn signal assemblies, lenses etc so we can ensure a perfect fit for the housings and horn grills.

so now its just a matter of time before we see product. We really hope that we will be ready by June 15. But i cannot promise anything until we have product in hand

Thank you
Dave

Doug&Julie 04-30-2012 03:30 PM

I'm in...my birthday is July 10th, sounds like the perfect gift. All I need is the impact bumper 911 to backdate now...

I'm assuming these are actual stock look...i.e. not "R" look extensions? Have you ever thought about "R" look metal extensions? Seems like they would be easier to fabricate...could even be a stamping?

Just a thought.

But seriously...I want a pair of those extensions...

w21055 05-01-2012 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TRE Cup (Post 6720506)
Hello
sorry for the delay, but we were hoping to have a definitive delivery date first. Cost is estimated at $315 each ($630 pair) once they are ready.
However we have to wait our turn in line, with this fabricator. He has all our sample parts, turn signal assemblies, lenses etc so we can ensure a perfect fit for the housings and horn grills.

so now its just a matter of time before we see product. We really hope that we will be ready by June 15. But i cannot promise anything until we have product in hand

Thank you
Dave

Dave that is great news. Compared to the price of so so early fenders this is a great deal. Might get a set from you.

Phillip

AFCuk 05-01-2012 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nicorun_974 (Post 6720354)
Rennspeed motorsport : Their product are really poor quality. I bought conversion signal light boxes for m'y 73 rs backdate. They didnt fit at all. Impossible to use them, i had to throw them away. They didnt answer my emailer asking a refund. If someone help me to get back my $266,47 USD I will pay 50 usd via paypal.
Good advice : pay more for good quality and it Will finally cost you less.
I bought all my 73 rs parts to d moris in France and everything was perfect. No need to modify any part.

I got all my F/G backdate parts from them and had no problem with the fit.
Not in-fill parts, but both fenders hood and bumpers.
Good shut lines and not too much trouble to fit including side lights and turn signal housings

Paul

Wiese 05-01-2012 06:36 AM

I'd also be interested in a set of high quality steel light boxes.

Where can I buy the actual light/lens assembly? Are there any reasonably priced aftermarket ones available?

Thanks,
Kay

Elombard 05-01-2012 09:18 AM

Ooh I would be all in for some 911R style

Doug&Julie 06-18-2012 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TRE Cup (Post 6720506)
Hello
sorry for the delay, but we were hoping to have a definitive delivery date first. Cost is estimated at $315 each ($630 pair) once they are ready.
However we have to wait our turn in line, with this fabricator. He has all our sample parts, turn signal assemblies, lenses etc so we can ensure a perfect fit for the housings and horn grills.

so now its just a matter of time before we see product. We really hope that we will be ready by June 15. But i cannot promise anything until we have product in hand

Thank you
Dave

Just curious if there's an update on these? Birthday is coming up and Julie keep asking about gift ideas. :p

Lukesportsman 03-22-2013 04:01 PM

Bump for update from any vendors.

micheloaks 03-23-2013 01:08 AM

Australian vendor
 
Hi Jason bobruk at Real Steel Restorations has begun making quality steel lwb parts.
They are located in australia.

Will send you their contact details.

Cheers Michel

Arne2 03-23-2013 08:34 AM

Quote:

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The future availability of decent but semi-affordable steel lightbox extensions will likely be the determining factor whether I backdate my car when I paint it. I can deal with fiberglass bumpers, and am OK with 'glass for the front hood. But I don't want 'glass fenders for daily street use. And real long-hood fenders are more than I want to pay.

Elombard 03-23-2013 08:43 AM

Left Front Fender signal light box 1965-68: Restoration Design

Any body tried these? may have already been posted.


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