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firstgen689 10-22-07 07:50 PM

who sells the custom peice between taillights
 
like title says peice between tailights and says rx7 i thought someone was making them and selling them?

Rx-7Doctor 10-22-07 08:20 PM

No one is. They were made back in the 80's. Every so often you will come across one on ebay.

I was going to make them. I went to the wrecking yards and found that the early Honda Crx models have a similar piece that could be used for this purpose with only slight trimming.

gsl-se addict 10-22-07 08:40 PM

I thought akiratdk was working on those quite awhile ago, but I can't find the thread. Maybe it was deleted. I remember Wacky having a prototype. I thought that Atkins Dan was involved too (atleast in the start of the thread). But anyway, I don't think that it ever got to the point where he was selling them (I could be wrong). But Doc is correct. I don't believe that anyone is currently making them.

Box_Man 10-22-07 08:45 PM


Originally Posted by rx7doctor (Post 7446384)
No one is. They were made back in the 80's. Every so often you will come across one on ebay.

I was going to make them. I went to the wrecking yards and found that the early Honda Crx models have a similar piece that could be used for this purpose with only slight trimming.

The only problem with the 1G CRX panel is that it has a keyhole in it, I think the bolts are a different distance from each other as opposed to the panel from the RX7. Plus, the reflective panels for the CRXs are kind of rare, and worth some $$$.


EDIT: I just remembered, the CRX panel had 4 bolts holding it on. :wallbash:

DwArF 10-22-07 08:47 PM

tell me why i saw a sa with one out here in martinez. I was filling up gas and i heard a rotary engine, I turned around and saw nothing but the back of his sa and the words RX7. I was sad

bugman1973 10-22-07 08:53 PM

there was a guy on here doing a third brake light version of these i think he was selling them dont remember who it was

Box_Man 10-22-07 09:16 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/JDM-H...spagenameZWDVW
Good god, if you find one of these in the junkyard, buy it and put it on ebay. :shocking:

trochoid 10-22-07 09:39 PM

1 Attachment(s)
There are 2 old versions of this filler piece, one for SAs, one for FBs. Some did have variations in the lettering. I have both an SA and an FB one atm. Rotary Engineering used to sell these out of thier catalogue. These are NLA new. The upper one is for the SAs, lower for FBs. I offered to make the FB ones over a year ago, got little response until my car was was posted in akiratdk's thread. He took over from there with his own version.


https://www.rx7club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1193106911

BlackWorksInc 10-22-07 09:42 PM

And where would we be able to hunt these pieces down/ purchase them if we were so inclinded to do so XD lol

bugman1973 10-22-07 09:43 PM

those are from the maria kits were they not?

kgray 10-22-07 10:49 PM

Dang that top one looks like it will look good on whatever it goes onto!

trochoid 10-22-07 10:54 PM

LOL, only because we both know it's your's Kevin.

kgray 10-22-07 11:04 PM

If you could replicate i think that us SA guys would love to have one. We need an installed pic tho.

Old school > new school

trochoid 10-22-07 11:10 PM

I can replicate the reflector part, no problem. The upper finisher piece is another story. It appears to be a vacuum molded fiberglass piece. I might be able to replicate that part, but I doubt it would be cheap.

64mgb 10-23-07 07:37 AM

Here's the one I installed over 25 years ago:

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member...698_9_full.jpg

Rich

Directfreak 10-23-07 09:01 AM


Originally Posted by gsl-se addict (Post 7446469)
I thought akiratdk was working on those quite awhile ago, but I can't find the thread. Maybe it was deleted. I remember Wacky having a prototype. I thought that Atkins Dan was involved too (atleast in the start of the thread). But anyway, I don't think that it ever got to the point where he was selling them (I could be wrong). But Doc is correct. I don't believe that anyone is currently making them.

It was Akiratdk who made the new prototype, and it was very nice.
His whole thread (and several others of his) were moved to the
violations section (only mods can access it) because he was selling
some stuff on the forum without being an authorized vendor.

I PM'ed him a couple of times asking him to get approved as a
Vendor so nobody would harass him about the laser-cut goods he
was working on.

I think he ended up getting scared off by the forum. He's apparently
out of the country a significant amount of time as well. As far as I know,
the rear center piece was never finalized, and thus, never for sale.
(He did sell other stuff for FD's)

Originally Posted by bugman1973 (Post 7446521)
there was a guy on here doing a third brake light version of these i think he was selling them dont remember who it was

Same Guy, Akiratdk

Originally Posted by trochoid (Post 7446719)
I offered to make the FB ones over a year ago, got little response until my car was was posted in akiratdk's thread. He took over from there with his own version.

Sorry Scott, as I previously said, I didn't know it was your car at the time I posted the picture. I sure wasn't taking credit for it.
Maybe you'd like to take a stab at making them, since Akiratdk seems to be M.I.A. anyway.

gsl-se addict 10-23-07 09:24 AM

I see. They did look very nice. It is too bad that they never got to the point where they were selling. I am sure a lot of people would have liked to get one. I does seem that Akiratdk is out of the country quite a bit. The difficult thing will be to find someone with the laser cutting equipment if someone goes the same route as Akiratdk. Although, they could be made more like the '80s piece with the reflective material. Not sure of the best way to add the "RX-7", though.

warwickben 10-23-07 09:33 AM

if some one started making them for a sa id buy one in a heart beat.

BlackWorksInc 10-23-07 09:37 AM

What about making them in different colors? Or some sort of shade, because I don't think that a bright reflective red panel would look that great on darker colored FB's.

*Just realizes this after imagining it on his FB*

gsl-se addict 10-23-07 09:59 AM

Well, the Akiratdk version was like that. Kind of a reverse of the '80s version. It was like a charcoal gray or black with the 'RX-7' etched out (the lettering was red). Looked real nice. You could have installed a light behind the 'RX-7' part so it would light up when you hit the brakes. Too bad you can't see the thread.

bugman1973 10-23-07 10:53 AM

some mods make thing so strict. but i do understand why they do some of the things they do. i wish they would have helped him get vendor status so i could do that stuff for everyone. that was a great product that is now lost because of that.

bugman1973 10-23-07 10:54 AM

some mods make thing so strict. but i do understand why they do some of the things they do. i wish they would have helped him get vendor status so i could do that stuff for everyone. that was a great product that is now lost because of that.

OnlyOnThurs 10-23-07 10:59 AM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...k/DSC01199.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...k/DSC01198.jpg


Yeah it is AKIRATDK that makes and is about to sell them. I talked to him a couple of days ago and he is still wanting to sell these if people still want them. Just PM him.

Joker1337 10-23-07 11:03 AM

That is tight.

82transam 10-23-07 11:10 AM

That does look pretty good, very clean...

Jeff20B 10-23-07 11:17 AM

It looks 2nd genish.

bugman1973 10-23-07 12:00 PM

with the wide body i have planned that would look awesome I'm changing the rear lights to be like a smoked flat look. very secret. ill let youll see it when i start working on them

Oats 10-23-07 12:27 PM

i'd take one in a heartbeat if he could do one with a 1st gen etching instead of a 2nd gen...would that be possible?

trochoid 10-23-07 12:28 PM


Originally Posted by Directfreak (Post 7448018)
It was Akiratdk who made the new prototype, and it was very nice.
His whole thread (and several others of his) were moved to the
violations section (only mods can access it) because he was selling
some stuff on the forum without being an authorized vendor.

Sorry Scott, as I previously said, I didn't know it was your car at the time I posted the picture. I sure wasn't taking credit for it.
Maybe you'd like to take a stab at making them, since Akiratdk seems to be M.I.A. anyway.

DF, NP, I've been over it for a long time. I know you weren't taking credit for it, just using my car as an example of an installation pic.

If there is enough interest, I would still concider making the FB version. But as I stated a long time ago, I would need at least 10 confirmed orders with a cash deposit before I start making them. PM me if anyone is serious about replicating the old style red reflector filler piece. (I suppose it's my turn to get into trouble with the mods, lol)

Other than being out of the country frequently, I have no idea why akiratdk didn't follow through with this. He has produced a good number of quality parts for both the 2nd and 3rd gens. I thought that he did have vendor status, maybe not. Since you're a mod, DF, I suppose you know more about his status than us common folk.

jg1bad10th 10-23-07 12:35 PM

that looks good..let us know when these will be up for sale and how much.

trochoid 10-23-07 12:55 PM

As stated, if you want one, PM me and commit to a deposit. That is is the only way I can afford to do these atm.

Pele 10-23-07 01:14 PM

I think something's missing... It wouldn't look right between the taillights IMHO.

I want it ribbed for my pleasure. :boink: :naughty:

Oats 10-23-07 02:02 PM


Originally Posted by trochoid (Post 7448685)
As stated, if you want one, PM me and commit to a deposit. That is is the only way I can afford to do these atm.

Dumb question here. would it be in the style you posted or the style from AKIRATDK?
i'd love to have one of that style, but with the first gen emblem design.

the big question is: How much will this cost?

Directfreak 10-23-07 02:05 PM

Scott, if you are serious about it, and can get some kind of prototype out there for review - I'd be more than willing to pay for one. As I am sure many other members are.

Box_Man 10-23-07 02:14 PM

I always thought it would be nice to have a one made from carbon fiber, with the grooves in it, or to have a perfectly flat one (CF or black plastic) with smooth lexan light covers.

firstgen689 10-23-07 02:41 PM

scott me too ill buy one when you get them ready.... ill even help you out if i could

warwickben 10-23-07 05:25 PM

if you would make one for a sa id drop the cash for it in a heart beat .

BlackWorksInc 10-23-07 09:03 PM

That is very nice... what's the material?

Directfreak 10-23-07 11:12 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...y/DSC04664.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...y/DSC04665.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...k/SP_A0710.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...k/SP_A0711.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...y/DSC04668.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...y/DSC04663.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...y/DSC04660.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...y/DSC04657.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...y/DSC04656.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...y/DSC04658.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...y/DSC04660.jpg

These are all from the Violation thread.
These were designed and made by akiratdk.

I just checked and akiratdk is still a current member, and
was last online (on the forum) on 10/21. He is Not Banned.:icon_tup:

These are the last ones he did. I think Mel (Wackyracer) is the only one
who can get a hold of him, though. Maybe he'll go over to his
house and slap him around a little.
(Mel has a violent streak, dont let him fool ya.)

I will PM akiratdk him a link to this thread, and hopefully he will respond.
As long as he doesn't offer them "For Sale" until approved by
the Forum Gods, he should NOT be banned for it.

Right now the pending product is still in R&D.

BlackWorksInc 10-23-07 11:19 PM

Holy shit! Is that one Trochoid made?

akiratdk 10-24-07 03:02 AM

Hello my fellow friends~~~ This is AkiraTDK~~~ :)
I have been again out of the country for several months and I'm very sorry that I couldn't get back to you guys sooner and therefore I will take this more professional than ever. I had the prototype given to wackyracer due to his great vollunteering and at the same time I have measured and corrected what needs to be fixed and now I am ready to sell.

The red RX7 letters will need to be lightened from the back if you want to have a clear visual of the letters or else since it is transparent it will turn a dark redish black color due to the dark background. I am in the search of finding a lighting company to make a florecent bulb housed inside but cost might be a big consideration. LED's don't work very well because it tends to concentrate light rather than shining in a equal distribution so I am finding a different route for this and make sure the lighting is weather proof as well. :)
These are the lights I am trying to sample... they are tiny flourecent tube lights that are used in the guage lighting for the lexus cars (they are real bright and great light distribution)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...atdk/lamp3.jpg

The cost of this plate for now is ballparked at $160 plus shipping and it will fluctuate up or down depending on my plastic supply and demand. I will do my best to keep it so we are all equally getting something rather than just racking prices to get money. :)

The material I am using for now is 1/4 inch thick Acrylic and I am using different kinds of finish so it will protect from UV and constantly finding different types of plastic that will cut well and weatherproof... the laser cutter is very picky with materials... some cut well and some dont.

The installation will be simple the back of the plate will have a lip and on the lip will have 3M Industrial grade double back tape... and this really knows how to stick and its weather proof.... plus it will get stronger with time and heat.
You just need to align and stick... just make sure you use alcohol on the car body surface so there is no oil or wax... I will see if I can purchase the adhesion promoter in single packets.

One problem I do have is that the admins are keep on freakin erasing my valuable threads that feeds my creativity and needs for the members and this really pisses me off. :) I can't keep on uploading all the pics I have back to the thread and the voices of the members are gone as well...
I have asked the admins to be a vendor and no one has ever got back to me for a year... I am willing to pay but where is the service... it makes me unsecure about giving out money to the forum owners. So if one of you guys are reading this PM me your phone number so I can talk to you and make sure I am paying it to the right source. Thank you admins!

Now... the last question is the lighting.
I DO NOT want to sell my products that look like shit in my perspective.
and without the lighting I believe it will look like shit.
I highly recomend the lighting cause without it the word RX-7 will not be very visible. The lighting cost might vary up to $120 (also I will do my best to lower it down later) but are you members willing to spend up to close to $300 (Rear panel + designed and manufactured lighting kit)? I ask this cause there is a minimum for specifically manufactured lighting products that are designed for my rear panel... I don't like to take and jimmy rig things that are not meant to be together. And after I spent all this effort and investment no one will buy it cause its too expensive....... (which happened many times throughout life itself :) ) hehehehehe....

All of the research info was deleted by the admins so I want to ask you guys straight up. Are you willing to buy it? PM me with a yes and let me do the research. :)

However for the time being if you guys want to create your own lighting system then I will just sell the Rear FB Plate for $160 plus shipping. I am ready to work in full throttle and I am faster than ever.

Manufacturing and finishing takes 3 business days so from payment till arrival will take about a good week. I don't mass produce these and are all gone through my own strict quality control... you want to get what you pay for right?

Paypal is : akiratdk@hotmail.com

The lighting and total cost of the whole kit is still under developement and I will really do my best to get this done... I had no idea you guys are still in to my service. :) Makes me happy....
By the time being the $160 will give you the FB Rear Panel and it will be ready to install (just peel the tape and stick)~~~~~

Thanks for reading my long ass post.... ahhhhhhh... steam.. is now released. :)

warwickben 10-24-07 05:04 AM

any chance youll make one for sa cars?

akiratdk 10-24-07 07:10 AM

ummm... what does the SA rear look like again?

warwickben 10-24-07 04:16 PM

um let me see if this works http://www.selectmaz.com.au/images/b...s/mirage2l.jpg


it has a body kit but from the bumber up is stock

warwickben 10-24-07 04:19 PM

i guess this is what there used to sell https://www.rx7club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1193106911
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member...698_9_full.jpg

id be happy if you you just made a black plate with no groves(goes with the sa tail lights better) and red rx-7
if you want i can make a template ect id be more then happy to help.:shocking:

yes i stole these from the frist page

85 FB 10-24-07 04:53 PM

Damn, akiratdk, those rear plates are freakin' awesome. Too bad that after lighting and everything, they'll be close to $300. Otherwise, I'm jump on those in a f'in heartbeat!

Directfreak 10-24-07 07:15 PM

I really would like for it to bolt up using the factory mounting points. (two thin bolts.)

Any possibility of making it work in that manner? Even if the bolt is slightly exposed, I can always paint it black.

As far as the lighting - I think LED will be fine, - IF, you cut the plastic on the back of the "RX-7" logo in a rough, diamond style shape. Light through plastics tend to show expose more on the edges.

More Edges, More Light. The texture I am referring to is the same as a Flourescent light diffuser.

Or, Modify the back of the trail light assembly to hold an LED Light Box.

http://www.luminousfilm.com/led.htm#edge
http://www.luminousfilm.com/images/l...ame-small2.jpg


Plus, there's the ever popular Electroluminescent panels:

http://www.elec2go.com.au/

http://www.elec2go.com.au/images/mitsubishi2f.gifhttp://www.elec2go.com.au/images/sup...d_redfan2f.gif


http://www.elec2go.com.au/category7_1.htm
http://www.elec2go.com.au/images/elpanel-bigger.jpg

Much cheaper options, that should work well.

85 FB 10-24-07 07:41 PM

Those are pretty cool. I'm thinking the panel on the bottom would work well.

bugman1973 10-24-07 07:41 PM

will ive been thinking of fiber optic cable that i can get from local stores some what cheap and will very effectively light up that Acrylic.

mikewoodkozar 10-24-07 07:59 PM

Looks cool, but really i dont think i would be willing to spend $300.00 for it.


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