Spoiler Rubber Feet / Gaskets - Attempt one...

[PaulM12]

Well, some of you may have seen my previous post pleading for somebody to find me a rubber foot for my rear wing, with no real success. Some of you cut flat rubber sheet and place it below the legs, which was my last resort, but I really wanted to retain the look of the 'boot'.

I don't claim to be an engineer, or fabrication expert, but with my limited knowledge this is what i've come up with:



This picture was fresh from the mould.

I have just taken a trip to the garage and finally refitted the spoiler:



Whilst not identical to the originals, I kept the design true to it. I personally really like the look of them and i'm chuffed with the final result. The walls are slightly thicker than the originals, and they are slightly deeper, so if you are going to replace them you may want to do all four as the design is different, although two of each type may actually look 'by design'.

They are pretty labour intensive for me to make, and the material is pretty expensive to buy in small quantities (not that I can find it en mass) but it's the same rubber that pedal rubbers are made of, so pretty durable. I have one or two sets here at the moment that if somebody is desperate for, then let me know. I am currently looking at stainless steels bolts and washers to replace the spoiler bolts, so may make a kit containing the feet and bolts.

Paul

Edited by PaulM12 on Wednesday 29th January 19:37

[PaulM12]

Thanks guys. They obviously clean up a little better than the picture probably shows. My reasons for replacing were two fold.. I stupidly lost one whilst working on the car (bound to find it soon), and the other three were starting to show signs of age and looked un-tidy. Seemingly they are like hens teeth hence I ended up here..

I'm happy to do this as a one off kind of thing and do one mass run of them, so if people are interested, start a list and I will see what I can do. It may get to the point I ask for deposits to cover the cost of the materials, but it's hard to put a final price on them until I know how many people would be interested as I may be able to source the materials cheaper. They do take me a little time to make so if time is an issue for you, do speak to me first.

I do have a set here if somebody wants to give them an independent once over and honest appraisal before I go too far with this, and if happy purchase them / if not, just post them back to me.


Paul

[PaulM12]

AMG Merc said:

2 sets for me How much?

And do they curl up at the ends as the originals do?

When you say sets, are we talking 2 feet or 4?

The originals were actually moulded flat from what I can tell, just as they were made from a flexible compound, it followed the contour of the clam as you bolted the wing down. These behave in exactly the same way and follow the body line really well, without spread.

Not sure if this shows it:

[PaulM12]

AMG Merc said:

Blimey, better set up shop. Do you do Tee shirts too

It's doable. I'm thinking 'Paul's Rubbers'...

I will try and compile all these into a post like the group buy threads do soon so I can start to work out accurate costs. Waiting on measurement for some of the after market wing supports to see if they retain the same dimensions.

Looks like I could be busy...!


Paul

[PaulM12]

Okay, so in order to calculate costs and a way forward, here is the list so far as I see it. As and when I give pricing, please just amend it and repost if it's not for you. I am not aiming to make a killing, just cover overheads and enough for a beer!

1.TuxMan (1 Set of 4 pieces)
2.Plumber1 (1 Set of 4 pieces)
3.AMG Merc (2 Sets of 4 pieces)
4.GC1 (1 Set of 4 pieces)
5.Patsrocket - Need to confirm quantity
6.mgbond (1 Set of 4 pieces)
7.mrpbailey (1 Set of 4 pieces)
8.Mart3r (1 Set of 4 pieces)
9.Juno (1 Set of 4 pieces)
10.Craighb (1 Set of 4 pieces)
11.jdearden (1 Set of 4 pieces)
12.2.5bluenob (2 Sets of 4 pieces)
13.Streetdragster (1 Set of 4 pieces)
14.Blu3r (1 Set of 4 pieces)
15.Jarcy (1 Set of 4 pieces)
16.Spindoctor (1 Set of 4 pieces)
17.swankbaton (1 Set of 4 pieces)
18.mighty t (1 Set of 4 pieces)
19.andrewr (1 Set of 4 pieces)
20.Metalman (1 Set of 4 pieces)
21.Shaun400se (1 Set of 4 pieces)
22.Libs (2 Sets of 4 pieces)
23.mlarj (1 Set of 4 pieces)
24.kenloen (1 Set of 4 pieces)
25.Davie M12 (1 Set of 4 pieces)
26.AverageMPH (1 Set of 4 pieces)
27.bigsmiffy (2 Sets of 4 pieces)
28.Olliew21 (1 Set of 4 pieces)
29.simonx50 (1 Set of 4 pieces)
30.JBliss (1 Set of 4 pieces)
31.lotus160sport (1 Set of 4 pieces)
32.leeclark (1 Set of 4 pieces)


Please add / remove / adjust if necessary. I have received a few emails, please can you add your details to here if I haven't got you on the list as it makes it easier to manage.

I will try and get some prices on materials based on the above and report back.

Paul

[PaulM12]

Not forgotten about this guys, nearly there with it. Just having to fit it inbetween a very hectic work schedule. Also had to put my undertrays back on, well that was a fun job... Lots of stainless fasteners later:



Will take a look at the aerial rubber when i'm with my car, can't picture it right now!


Paul

[PaulM12]

Guys,

Firstly apologies. Everything had to take a back seat, car inclusive. I had a few 'life' issues to deal with out of the blue, resulting in some changes that kept me very busy coupled with a change of job and a daily commute. I had completely forgotten about this and with my PH account being linked to my previous place of work' email address, I haven't received any notifications to jog the grey matter.

As it stands, I have the STL file I designed for the feet which was inverted to create the mold, and I had made some large molds ready for the first run. I am happy to revisit this but it will be a slow and low volume output requiring some patience or equally, if somebody thinks they want to pick up where I left off I am more than happy to pass this over.

Sorry again, life moves in mysterious ways and I had to re-prioritize things a little. On the plus side, I still came out with my Noble, and have just had it mapped by YellowShed which has renewed my love for the car entirely.

Paul

[PaulM12]

Chapppers said:

Ah awesome, glad you're ok. I hate it when people mysteriously disappear from forums, I always suspect the worst. Hope everything's sorted.

Thank you, that's very kind. Sorry for letting the side down! Onward and upwards!


Paul

[PaulM12]

AMG Merc said:

I've been doing some homework and could supply these. The ballpark price would be £40 per set (4 pieces) delivered. No one seems to be able to better this price for these quantities. If any of you can improve on this then please tell us about it. I have a sample set coming for inspection.

To gauge potential interest could I suggest we start a new list...

Sorry Rob, just seen your e-mail. Just returned from New York. Happy for you to take the lead on this. Being totally honest, since taking an unforeseen career move, I have had little time. Looking at the list, there is no way I can produce this many in any sensible time scale and I don't want to start making promises I can't keep.

I think to make it fair on all, I will eBay the sets I have remaining, I will start them at a price to cover my costs and leave it down to whoever needs them. I will be making some sets with my current materials but I simply cannot put a time on this and these will be done as and when I can find a spare moment.

I'm sure you will have a lot of take up and happy owners.

Cheers,


Paul