SVX Network Forums Live Chat! SVX or Subaru Links Old Lockers Photo Post How-To Documents Message Archive SVX Shop Search |
IRC users: |
#46
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
Everyone should remember that this is a CNC MILLING machine and not a CNC lathe. It has a much more limited capability when it comes to full 3 dimensional parts.
Lee
__________________
SVXx2 92 SVX LS-L Silver 92 SVX LS-L Burgundy (structurally challenged with 2792 miles) 96 SVX LSi Red 92 SVX LS Pearl (Parts) 01 F150 4X4 Red (+6 with other members of the family) FREEDOM IS NOT FREE |
#47
|
|||
|
|||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
I don't know if it was specified, but how many axis(es?) does your machine mill on? It seems like most everything mentioned is quite reasonable. (I have never seen the fuel door on an audi tt, though)
__________________
Cam '92 Ls-L Dark Teal 11:1 CR ECUTUNE pistons ECUTUNE .256 duration intake/exhaust cams ECUTUNE STAGE 2AV1 ECU Z32 MAF/SR20DET injectors Balanced & Blueprinted |
#48
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
(axes is plural)
I think the fuel door might be a challenge, due to the curve of the SVX one. Wouldn't he need another machine to curve it? Also, I really don't think that an aluminum fuel door would look good on the svx. I'm sure lots of people would buy them anyway though. Also, if we're talking about curved shapes now, then an aluminum grill would be my next suggestion. Again I wouldn't buy one, but I'm sure it would sell. |
#49
|
|||
|
|||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
The grill could be tricky due to size. Good call on axes, haha. Total brainfart on my part.
As for the curved surfaces on the fuel door, it would be a multi step pocess. Get the rough curvature put into the door by faceting the aluminum on the mill (somewhat like a diamond), then you would have to due some sanding/polishing to take all the edges away and make it a fair curve. (same basic way I carved the neck on my handmade guitar)
__________________
Cam '92 Ls-L Dark Teal 11:1 CR ECUTUNE pistons ECUTUNE .256 duration intake/exhaust cams ECUTUNE STAGE 2AV1 ECU Z32 MAF/SR20DET injectors Balanced & Blueprinted |
#50
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
Without a proper mechanism like that of the Audi's, I think it will look ricey.
__________________
Danny 1994 Silver SVX in hybernation, awaiting for the monsterous awakening (Lebanon) 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL Euro Specs, Hard/Softtop, White/Red. Under Complete Restoration 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL350 Euro Specs, White/Red. Mint... Another step into SL Collection. |
#51
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
Ok, here's concept #1 battery bar:
The bar is 1" wide and 1/4" thick. The SVX would be cut 1/8" deep. I am going to make a few and try some anodizing in color. I'm thinking red or black, and clear would be the options. What do you potential customers think?
__________________
'93 Anniversary Edition SVX 122k - 3.7 FD 5MT Swap, ECUtune 1a1, Bontrager RSB, Mad Restoration underway! '20 Honda Ridgeline Custom Oil Caps, Battery Bars, Phenolic Spacers for sale here: http://www.x35design.com |
#52
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
I think black would be cool.
__________________
2009 Volvo C70 T5 2008 Volvo S80 V8 2006 Range Rover Sport 2001 Audi S8 |
#53
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
I think red or black would be sweet. Keep in mind before you go offering a bunch of colors that you have to offer matching colors of whatever else you make later on (ie oil caps, etc).
__________________
'94 Laguna Blue LSi ~159k.......JDM ultra short-geared 3.900 STi Version 7 6-speed w/ Cobb shortshifter, ECUtune 244,8.1mm/256,9.1mm i/e cams, group N motor mounts, '97 grille, JDM clear corners, Momo JDM Legacy GT steering wheel, apkarian's LED tails, silver STi BBS wheels, PWR radiator, redstuff pads f/r, drilled/slotted rotors, bontragerworks rsb #18, Koni/GC 450f/375r coilovers, Megan Racing adjustable lateral links, KMac c/c plates, Stebro exhaust, ECUtune 1v5, Optima battery in the trunk where it belongs. Turbo project '97 Ebony LSi ~137k #036.......Power mode mod, JDM clear corners, BBS wheels. AUX/pocket mod Now a mod "over there" ............Photo album |
#54
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
I'd prefer a blue one,
Is that UGS NX software
__________________
Tranny goes in, tranny comes out, tranny goes in.....AW ****, tranny comes out.... |
#55
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
Again--think you can forget oil caps. Cut threads with a milling machine? Pretty difficult.
Lee
__________________
SVXx2 92 SVX LS-L Silver 92 SVX LS-L Burgundy (structurally challenged with 2792 miles) 96 SVX LSi Red 92 SVX LS Pearl (Parts) 01 F150 4X4 Red (+6 with other members of the family) FREEDOM IS NOT FREE |
#56
|
|||
|
|||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
I think he was talking about the ebay blanks with the SVX added.
|
#57
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
Quote:
The only thing I might add would be to radius the corners on the ends, to avoid sharp corners, chafing anything, or scraping hands when working under the hood... there is plenty to chew up your hands under the hood anyway.
__________________
"What you plan, and what actually happens ain't exactly ever been similar..." ------------ 1992 Claret SVX. Rescued from certain destruction, and still on the road, where it belongs. Waiting for a bit of a makeover, when I can afford it. 2005 Garnet Red Pearl Legacy GT Limited 5-speed. - The late great Subaru sport touring sedan. 1999 Classic Red Miata, Preferred equipment package 5-speed. Fun, fun, fun, in the Sun, sun, sun. |
#58
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
Or, to mirror the "designed by Gigarro"(sp), do a slight round on the left side and a "D" shape to the right side...
__________________
Dave - 03 Baja - 92 SVX - 86 Brat - 08 OB 3.0 |
#59
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
Quote:
Speaking of which... how small can this thing go? Maybe some modest CNC carved ItalDesign badges for the exterior of the car... although that would probably be a copyright/trademark infringement, though, unfortunately.
__________________
"What you plan, and what actually happens ain't exactly ever been similar..." ------------ 1992 Claret SVX. Rescued from certain destruction, and still on the road, where it belongs. Waiting for a bit of a makeover, when I can afford it. 2005 Garnet Red Pearl Legacy GT Limited 5-speed. - The late great Subaru sport touring sedan. 1999 Classic Red Miata, Preferred equipment package 5-speed. Fun, fun, fun, in the Sun, sun, sun. |
#60
|
||||
|
||||
Re: CNC machined parts for SVXes coming
__________________
Danny 1994 Silver SVX in hybernation, awaiting for the monsterous awakening (Lebanon) 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL Euro Specs, Hard/Softtop, White/Red. Under Complete Restoration 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL350 Euro Specs, White/Red. Mint... Another step into SL Collection. |
|
|