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lets get some iX mudflaps made. Who can help?
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Looking more into it, I think that the best bet would be 2-3 layers of chopped strand fiberglass, to keep some flexibility and have the strength be built by the shape of the part, with a vinyl ester resin, and finally coat it with a rubber coating spray.
Now all we need is someone who is familiar with fiberglass to build a mold and spend all day making these pups1988 325iX - sold but not forgotten
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Originally posted by 6A LDY View PostLooking more into it, I think that the best bet would be 2-3 layers of chopped strand fiberglass, to keep some flexibility and have the strength be built by the shape of the part, with a vinyl ester resin, and finally coat it with a rubber coating spray.
Now all we need is someone who is familiar with fiberglass to build a mold and spend all day making these pups
Unfortunately I'm not surprised at the cost. I knew the mold would be expensive. it's actually cheaper than I imagined. but at that price, you can still find a stock set if you keep your eye out.
too bad..
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Originally posted by 325ixa View Post3800 for the mold? for 4 pieces of rubber? its a joke, right? we are talking about mud flaps not cylinder head.
fiberglass mud flaps would be something i would not have any interest in. i don't think they would hold up for the long run. the first time you hit something it will either break off or pull the bolt holes through.
Originally posted by 325ixa View Posti anyone willing to check how much would 3d scanning cost?
i would go a step further and ask if there is a flexible material for 3d printers?
edit: and the answer to this question is yes.
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this is how mud flaps are going to get made at an economical price. not by injection molding or fiberglass or any other traditional method.
ya know...i am going to start looking into this if i can sell a pair for less than 175.00 and still make a little bit to cover my troubles.
i know everyone and their brother asks the community to borrow a set of flaps, but i am going to need a set too.....paging alaska ted....???Last edited by flyboyx; 09-27-2015, 10:44 AM.sigpic
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92 Mtech 2 cabrio alpinweiss 770 code
88 325ix coupe manual lachsilber/cardinal
88 325ix coupe manual diamondschwartz/natur
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Thats a pretty interesting idea to use a 3d printer, a 3d printed part will (almost) never be stronger than an injection molded part, but I think it should be strong enough. You'll need to figure out how to print it as well (lateral vs vertical). My only concern with a 3d printed part is if it becomes brittle in the cold, the layers would be much more likely to snap apart or split.
I think this could be the answer though and I hope it works!1988 325iX - sold but not forgotten
1984 MTech1 323i
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Originally posted by 6A LDY View PostThats a pretty interesting idea to use a 3d printer, a 3d printed part will (almost) never be stronger than an injection molded part, but I think it should be strong enough. You'll need to figure out how to print it as well (lateral vs vertical). My only concern with a 3d printed part is if it becomes brittle in the cold, the layers would be much more likely to snap apart or split.
I think this could be the answer though and I hope it works!
the cold weather issue is a good point. that would be a question i will be sure to ask.sigpic
Gigitty Gigitty!!!!
88 cabrio becoming alpina b6 3.5s transplanted s62
92 Mtech 2 cabrio alpinweiss 770 code
88 325ix coupe manual lachsilber/cardinal
88 325ix coupe manual diamondschwartz/natur
87 e30 m3 for parts lachsilber/cardinal(serial number 7)
12 135i M sport cabrio grey/black
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i was just checking realoem. it appears that you can still buy the fronts for a coupe/sedan and the rears for late models. this item is really hard to find on their web site. i am going to put the part number here so you guys can look them up and also, so i will have access to it easily when i go to look for it again.
late model rear 72609401168
early model rear 72601906956 nla
coupe/sedan front 72601906952
cabrio front 72601953292 nla
cabrio rear early 72601953291 nla (different than early coupe/sedan?)
cabrio late rear 72609401168 same as above
ix front 72601968441 obviously nla
ix rear early 72601968439 nla (different than early coupe/sedan?)
i actually have a set of cabrio front mud flaps that are nla. (i also have a set of pre facelift rears that i don't think are made anymore either.) i don't know if there is much market for flaps on a convertible, but i guess its another possibility.
if i can't get my hands on a set of ix flaps right away, perhaps i could even start with those first to get an idea on price and quality. they have a pretty good sized metal bracket/reinforcement that will need to be fabricated too.Last edited by flyboyx; 09-27-2015, 11:47 AM.sigpic
Gigitty Gigitty!!!!
88 cabrio becoming alpina b6 3.5s transplanted s62
92 Mtech 2 cabrio alpinweiss 770 code
88 325ix coupe manual lachsilber/cardinal
88 325ix coupe manual diamondschwartz/natur
87 e30 m3 for parts lachsilber/cardinal(serial number 7)
12 135i M sport cabrio grey/black
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Originally posted by 325ixa View PostThis is pirating, copying...
have you ever looked at a restoration catalog for an old mustang or camaro? they are full of reproduced parts. they fulfill a need the manufacturer no longer is willing to supply.
i believe this becomes a moral issue if, for example, a company like alpina offers a b6 3.5 intake manifold for around $4,000, but someone decided to reproduce it and offer to the public for say 800.00.....sigpic
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88 cabrio becoming alpina b6 3.5s transplanted s62
92 Mtech 2 cabrio alpinweiss 770 code
88 325ix coupe manual lachsilber/cardinal
88 325ix coupe manual diamondschwartz/natur
87 e30 m3 for parts lachsilber/cardinal(serial number 7)
12 135i M sport cabrio grey/black
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Originally posted by 325ixa View Postfor making a new product, prototype, with some try and fail, and everything that goes with that, yes, that could be a price. This is pirating, copying...
There are still a lot of problems to work out, injection speed, barrel temperatures, mold temperatures, polymer choice, # of injection sites, orientation of injection sites, cooling time
Each part is different and doesnt come with a manual on how to make it. Each half of the steel mold alone is at least 1.5ft wide x 2ft high and probably close to 3 or 4 inches thick. Thats a lot of metal to work with and keep the surface defect free1988 325iX - sold but not forgotten
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