GB Feeler: Carbon Fiber Interior Overlays
 

Like the ones Mark Koch did in the past, where the overlays actually wraps over all the edges and leaves no plastic peeking out like other brands/variations...

I'm sure there's quite a few people with a bit of peeling on the stock plastic pieces, adding some real carbon fiber is a great touch inside the RX7!

Pictures courtesy of 7Racer:
https://www.rx7club.com/attachment.p...chmentid=66752

https://www.rx7club.com/forum/attach...d=176040&stc=1

https://www.rx7club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1215392846

Anyone interested?

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1. Farkel

detailed pictures would be nice!!!!

These aren't available yet...we're gathering interest to see if there's enough to warrant making them.

Thanks,
~Ramy
FDNewbie Imports

interested.

HARD2B, please note these will be LHD-specific. The interior parts are different, depending on whether you have a LHD or RHD FD. RHD CF overlays are already readily available; it's the LHD ones we still have to make.

Thanks,
~Ramy

Now when you say overlays you mean just an adhesive or a full solid replacement?

so the one that are showing in the pics are RHD? if is it then mine are on the LHD.
what are the interior parts different between LHD and RHD?

Adhesive I believe... the ones in the pictures are actually adhesive

The ones in the pics are LHD... the dash is pointing the other way between the models and other little stuff.

So, just to be sure, the proposed pieces would be adhesive stickers that are "molded" to fit the contours of the interior trim.

If so I'm all in. And as much as I'd like true CF replacements, those would definitely be way too expensive.

I'm not sure how Ramy will make the pieces but I can at least clarify some things about mine. The CF is not a "sticker". Basically, I had to send in my plastic pieces that I wanted to cover. Mark Koch then would sand and rough the surface up. After which, he would apply an adhesive and then the carbon fiber over it. He would then need to trim the CF and finally apply and buff the clear coat.

The problem with this is that you can get de-lamination. That is, if you are not careful and pull on the corner, the CF can start to separate. Also, if the person doing the work is not careful, you can get pockets of air promoting de-lamination.

Finally, if you look carefully at my turn signals, Mark had to cut them to be circles because he said it was too difficult to mold the CF around that area. However, I do remember Sonix being able to do this, though he did not have as good results in quality (hence the drama with that).

A thing to think about is styling 3 years from now if you are going to keep the car. Are you going to still like the CF interior, much like redoing a paint job with stripes etc. Are you going to enjoy that look later on. With that, it sounds like if that's a no, then you'd have to get all new interior pieces since you can't just pull it off like a sticker.

Tim

I'm in but I need someone to PM when this thing is nearly ready, I always lose the links or I forget...
thanks
Joe C

IM interested but I have RHD

Totally agree with you. If I were to do it again, I would find some cheap 93 peeling interior pieces and buy it off of the used forum and store my stock ones (which where perfect non-peeling one (94 model).

very interested in this since my pieces have seen better days.

definately interested

VERY interested.

Interested

anyone know what something like this might go for$?

Hey guys,

A few things...

1) Wrapping a piece in CF is FAR from ideal. It's time consuming, done by hand, which means results may vary, as it will be subject to imperfections. It's just not the way to go.

2) What I'm talking about would be just like what 7racer mentioned, except instead of having to send your piece in, we use a "demo" piece if you will, hack it up as needed, then when we get the exact shape for the CF, we make a "mold" for it, finish the CF completely in a nice thick clearcoat (to avoid the air pockets), and apply an adhesive backside to it. So all you'd have to do is clean your panel thoroughly, leave to dry, then pull the back paper off of the CF piece, and stick it onto your panel.

IF this goes through to production:
- Will be GENUINE carbon fiber (not "look like" or paint)
- Will prob utilize 3M low-profile automotive adhesive
- Will be precision cut to fit the panels EXACTLY
- Will be prefinished in a high gloss UV protective coating (so no fading or dullness over time)
- Will be a COMPLETE ten (10) piece kit: Gauge Panel, A/C panel, DIN door, shifter console (auto shifter surround also available), ashtray trim, driver side door panel trim, driver side cubby lid and corner, passenger side door panel pocket

3) For you guys w/ RHD FDs, email me and I can place your orders separately, as those are already available.

Thanks,
~Ramy

I would buy a complete kit as soon as it becomes available.

Can't wait for this! :icon_tup:

interested.

interested pending price

all depends on price for me as well

Interested pending price!!!

-Rob

I am in depending on price...any range?

Well the regular 10-piece flat-style crappy internet kits go for around $200. I can't imagine a top quality package costing less than $350.

I would humbly request there be an option for plain weave (1x1 style) carbon fiber, though really I would buy it either way.

just like tim benton said, I would like to keep my original pieces in good shap, so would these stick on pieces remove the finish if I peeled them off in a couple years, because over time they might get really stuck I would think

I have NO idea, and wouldn't be willing to guarantee something like that. So if you're worried about your original panels, I'd strongly suggest you pick up cheap beat up panels and use those as the pieces in your car... Leave your original nicer panels in storage for later use...

If your going to so as far as making molds for the stick on parts why not just make full carbon replacement parts?

Simple...b/c we already have RHD molds, which can easily be modified to be used for LHD parts (they're mirror images). Plus, there's a CONSIDERABLE price difference between stick-ons and full CF pieces, not just because the mold is different (just the face and border vs the entire piece with mounting points on the rear surface etc), but also the amount of CF that's required to make the pieces.

I should have a rough price up shortly.

Thanks,
~Ramy

where do I sign? :)

this would be very very awesome. Interested!

keeping fingers cross for a an awsome price

Also, on top of the price question, will you guys be doing this in plain or twill weave carbon fiber?

In my opinion I think twill would look better on these pieces :)

Definately interested depending if the price is right.

I'm down!!

Bump! any updates? :D

just like others have said

<--- interested depending on pics and price!

i'll buy if reasonable!

I think we'd be looking at approx $425 SHIPPED, w/ a 2-week ETA if we can get enough ppl to get it together.

Thanks,
~Ramy

I'm in, if these will look like the pictures from the first page.
Do you need a deposit?

Yes, I won't even make these unless I have enough interested parties signed up w/ a deposit

Let's start a list. How much of a deposit do you need?

1. Rookie84

I'm in for a LHD

This is pure crystalline sex. I'd buy a kit as soon as its available. 94 FD3S california
Shoot me an email when ready
Bradrx7400@yahoo.com

Like many other mentioned, very interested depends on price

Price was already posted, guys. Let's get the list going!