Topic: J series fender flares. (Read 4110 times)

ferretjuggler · « **on:** April 29, 2010, 05:33:09 PM »

Anyone interested in a set made from GRP?

I've concluded one set of mine are almost beyond plating/welding.

Seriously thinking about making GRP moulds and knocking a few sets out in GRP.

Some guy in the US is thinking of making them in the correct gauge of steel $600 + shipping + import duty

I think GRP is better option, just thinking if I could sell a few sets it would cover the costs.

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #1 on:** April 29, 2010, 06:03:34 PM »

can we go wide enuff to cover my tyres? coz if yes then im in

ferretjuggler · « **Reply #2 on:** April 29, 2010, 06:26:48 PM »

Was just gonna try to replicate the rusty tin ones to start with.

Bigger/wider but still factory looking would be a good move though

Alucardtnuoc · « **Reply #3 on:** April 29, 2010, 06:40:45 PM »

http://www.bjsoffroad.com/CartGenie/prod-958.htm

Widetrack GRP fenders + flares

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 29, 2010, 07:25:25 PM »

Quote from: ferretjuggler on April 29, 2010, 06:26:48 PM

Bigger/wider but still factory looking would be a good move though

to cover my tyres 90% im lookin at about 5-6" wider than stock

how flexible is GRP (im guessin not at all)

Alucardtnuoc · « **Reply #5 on:** April 29, 2010, 07:56:32 PM »

Flexible enough..... easier to repair too. Going that way with the Chief methinks..... my steel fenders are cheesy looking.....

Dave69 · « **Reply #6 on:** April 30, 2010, 01:15:11 PM »

repair the O.E then make the mold and see how you get on. The first one out of the mold normally isn't perfect, then you learn the fine art of GRP

Bubba · « **Reply #7 on:** April 30, 2010, 03:53:04 PM »

dare i say landy ones look quite close

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #8 on:** April 30, 2010, 06:43:28 PM »

no you may not dare

MOCAJ · « **Reply #9 on:** April 30, 2010, 06:47:15 PM »

they are there to stop the crap flying, no matter who makes

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #10 on:** April 30, 2010, 06:51:09 PM »

and neither may you

MOCAJ · « **Reply #11 on:** April 30, 2010, 06:57:58 PM »

oh dear

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #12 on:** April 30, 2010, 09:29:04 PM »

ridin that vibe dood

ferretjuggler · « **Reply #13 on:** May 01, 2010, 08:52:18 AM »

Quote from: V8 Bubba on April 30, 2010, 03:53:04 PM

dare i say landy ones look quite close

Mr Morris wash yor mouth with soap and water!

Bubba · « **Reply #14 on:** May 01, 2010, 11:06:06 AM »

done but they would do the job a treat and i would think cheapish and easy

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #15 on:** May 01, 2010, 11:12:21 AM »

embarrassingly i looked for some to see what u meant, and cant find any, im assuming landi dont use the phrase fender flare

Panic mechanic! · « **Reply #16 on:** May 01, 2010, 11:19:00 AM »

fenders are used on boats thats why.....

Bubba · « **Reply #17 on:** May 01, 2010, 11:23:29 AM »

play music on them two

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #18 on:** May 01, 2010, 11:31:32 AM »

Quote from: Panic mechanic! on May 01, 2010, 11:19:00 AM

fenders are used on boats thats why.....

hgv driver, chauffeur, jeep owner, occasional transvestite, and now we have man of the ocean, a salty semen, to add to your list of roles

Panic mechanic! · « **Reply #19 on:** May 01, 2010, 12:36:17 PM »

royal yachting association senior sailing instructor I'll have you know......not sure about the transvestite thing come from either cos me heels would ruin the decking.

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #20 on:** May 02, 2010, 09:30:36 PM »

Quote from: ferretjuggler on April 29, 2010, 05:33:09 PM

Anyone interested in a set made from GRP?

..............................

I think GRP is better option, just thinking if I could sell a few sets it would cover the costs.

so, we there yet?

ferretjuggler · « **Reply #21 on:** May 04, 2010, 01:00:00 AM »

Quote from: Dave69 on April 30, 2010, 01:15:11 PM

repair the O.E then make the mold and see how you get on. The first one out of the mold normally isn't perfect, then you learn the fine art of GRP

It aint gonna happen overnite BD!
I got two perfect front wings to make moulds from and one good rear arch.
Other rear arch will have to be plated/fillered first.
Looks like complete front wings AND separate widetrack arches on the menu.
Maybe the apron panels between the wings and screen too, 'cos these always seem to be rotted from inside.

Never worked with GRP before so this will be a learing curve, but it has to be done.

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #22 on:** May 04, 2010, 08:07:12 AM »

Quote from: ferretjuggler on May 04, 2010, 01:00:00 AM

Never worked with GRP before so this will be a learing curve, but it has to be done.

if i was you i would just practice by sortin out my flares first, im willing to be a good buddy and let u guinea pig me, that way u will be ready to knock out perfect stuff for yourself, obvious innit

ya gonna do yaself a new roof as well

Bulldog67 · « **Reply #23 on:** June 27, 2011, 09:06:16 AM »

so, how is this coming along Steve? Shouda asked ya last week but forgot and at some point im gonna have to do summink

ferretjuggler · « **Reply #24 on:** June 28, 2011, 08:55:48 PM »

Errrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.........................

Well since leaving the "rolling" chassis I bought off you on wooden blocks last week so I could whip the wheels off it.

I been having thoughts of making up oversize fenders out of GRP, and reworking the (rear) inner wings to suit.

Then we could run 33/35 tyres on a small amount of lift.

Only a pipedream so far but I'm thinking it could be done subtly so the Chief or Pickup would still look factory built.

Incidentally the rot box I viewed at Stoke, had aftermarket replacement widetrack flares (in GRP) fitted at the rear.
These were bought from the U S at some considerable expense apparently

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