Bubble Tech Door Panels- Race version Now for sale!
12-16-14, 01:46 AM
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love these doors, but not a big fan of the exposed door opener.
Has anyone thought about putting a more enclosed door opener?
I see amemiya uses the Miata door opener in one of their cars
Has anyone thought about putting a more enclosed door opener?
I see amemiya uses the Miata door opener in one of their cars
12-29-14, 10:19 AM
#82
I haven't spoken with Benny about it yet but, I am looking to use 991 cup car door handles...
Originally Posted by austin102085
do these rattle a lot? or is there something to line it with to keep it down?
Foil backed insulation / Dynamat and simple weather stripping around the edge would be an easy solve for this.
01-01-15, 10:44 AM
#83
I haven't spoken with Benny about it yet but, I am looking to use 991 cup car door handles...
i would def want a set if it didnt show all the cables
01-08-15, 02:56 AM
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I haven't spoken with Benny about it yet but, I am looking to use 991 cup car door handles...
I have been getting a bunch of request for porsche style pulls. After looking into it some more I will be attempting to redesign the door latch with a "pull strap" style handle. Previously I avoided this because I would have to source new cables to relocate the latches however I realized I can replace it with a custom rod instead 
We are currently in the process of moving to our new shop and getting settled in so we will be laying low for January and pick back up in February (only shipping items in stock) Sorry for any inconvenience!
01-08-15, 02:49 PM
#85
Seems like if you're going to do the work, the Miata style handle is the best. Easily available, custom options available... and frankly better looking than that Porsche Cup handle, which looks like a generic part off of a Ford Focus or something.
01-09-15, 10:31 AM
#86
I looked into the Miata handles, in addition to a few other others, as well... I suppose, at the end of the day, it simply comes down to personal preference. The Porsche item is quite robust, slightly more than the plastic Miata items, in my opinion.
In terms of availability, Porsche has continued to use OEM 944 handles as the base to all of their Cup cars, as far as I have seen. They have simply changed the bezel depending on the application / door panel.
Here is an example of a 997 Cup handle (note the similar handle style, and differing bezel, to the above 991 Cup example)...
The 944 handles are quite widely available as well.
Just my 2¢.
In terms of availability, Porsche has continued to use OEM 944 handles as the base to all of their Cup cars, as far as I have seen. They have simply changed the bezel depending on the application / door panel.
Here is an example of a 997 Cup handle (note the similar handle style, and differing bezel, to the above 991 Cup example)...
The 944 handles are quite widely available as well.
Just my 2¢.
01-09-15, 09:38 PM
#87
I wouldn't get enamored with it just because it's Porsche. I'm sure it's "robust", but most of that older Porsche stuff (if it's a 944 part) is VW parts bin stuff. Design wise it doesn't hold a candle to the Miata latches, which are art, and can be customized with all sorts of metal and polished touches if you're so inclined.
LOVE those scalloped carbon doors though... would be awesome to make a scalloped carbon panel for RX7 doors for those who cut the door sheet metal for NASCAR-style door bars.
LOVE those scalloped carbon doors though... would be awesome to make a scalloped carbon panel for RX7 doors for those who cut the door sheet metal for NASCAR-style door bars.
01-20-15, 02:00 PM
#88
'85.5 and up 944 door handles are a Porsche specific part and are quite nice.
There are also several different style of Porsche pull handles - some use the actual colored pull to release the latch and a second, easier to grab pull to shut the door. Either way, if a set of panels is made with a Porsche style release I'll purchase a set.
There are also several different style of Porsche pull handles - some use the actual colored pull to release the latch and a second, easier to grab pull to shut the door. Either way, if a set of panels is made with a Porsche style release I'll purchase a set.
02-11-15, 01:26 AM
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Any news on the pull style door panel =)
Cash in hand, ready to buy a set now !
[QUOTE=Bubble Tech;11852695]They shouldn't. The front perimeter is held on by 4 push grommets, then the 3 screws that secure the door handle in the middle, then on the top 90* lip, there are 2 tabs bent down to prevent the top lip from being pulled forward
We are currently in the process of moving to our new shop and getting settled in so we will be laying low for January and pick back up in February (only shipping items in stock) Sorry for any inconvenience!
Cash in hand, ready to buy a set now !
[QUOTE=Bubble Tech;11852695]They shouldn't. The front perimeter is held on by 4 push grommets, then the 3 screws that secure the door handle in the middle, then on the top 90* lip, there are 2 tabs bent down to prevent the top lip from being pulled forward
I haven't spoken with Benny about it yet but, I am looking to use 991 cup car door handles...
I have been getting a bunch of request for porsche style pulls. After looking into it some more I will be attempting to redesign the door latch with a "pull strap" style handle. Previously I avoided this because I would have to source new cables to relocate the latches however I realized I can replace it with a custom rod instead We are currently in the process of moving to our new shop and getting settled in so we will be laying low for January and pick back up in February (only shipping items in stock) Sorry for any inconvenience!
06-04-15, 05:10 PM
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Just and update: So we are starting to get things moving again. We've delayed restocking the door panels because we've been trying to work on ditching the stock door latches and converting the pull strap to unlatch the door. After weeks of searching for suppliers, I might have finally found one. I have a order of samples that should be coming in hopefully next week to prototype with.
Now for the next question, I need some opinions/feedback from those of you who are interested in these... Would you care if we deleted the door lock mechanism from the inside? Our thought is you don't really need to lock the doors when you are in the car and you will still be able to lock the doors from the outside. Also since these are geared towards track cars, door locks aren't a real necessity. Also it will help lower the cost as less we wouldn't have to source the appropriate hardware and most likely make an additional bracket..
Thoughts?
Now for the next question, I need some opinions/feedback from those of you who are interested in these... Would you care if we deleted the door lock mechanism from the inside? Our thought is you don't really need to lock the doors when you are in the car and you will still be able to lock the doors from the outside. Also since these are geared towards track cars, door locks aren't a real necessity. Also it will help lower the cost as less we wouldn't have to source the appropriate hardware and most likely make an additional bracket..
Thoughts?
06-04-15, 09:07 PM
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Those who get these panels will have alot of $$ and sweat invested in their cars, for sure we won't be rolling through compton in our FDs.
I'm ok with not being able to lock the door from inside. As long as it still locks from the outside.
I'm ok with not being able to lock the door from inside. As long as it still locks from the outside.
06-10-15, 12:39 PM
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I am interested in these, as well, and would like to retain stock locking function from the inside. I also wouldn't mind paying more for this feature.
07-26-15, 12:12 PM
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Some updates for those who don't follow us on social media, I'll try getting you up to speed! We have begun our first production run of our version 2 door panels. we have about 6 sets left that aren't spoken for yet.
Here are some comparisons
Version 1 $350
100% reversable
No drilling or cutting required
Retains stock door latch and cables
Install time ~ 1 hour
Version 2 $550
Non reversible
Requires drilling
Upgraded hardware
Pull style latch conversion (Includes new cables, brackets and all hardware)
Relocated door manual door lock
Install time ~ 3 hours
Some progress pictures
Prototyping bracket designs
Evolution of our bracket
Final product- Finish is Matte Black Aluminum
Production in progress! Still waiting on more hardware too! EVERYTHING needed to install these is included minus tools
Video demonstrating latch mechanism
Instagram photo by @bubbletechllc (Bubble Tech) | Iconosquare
