This is the way our cars should have come from the factory!
(http://home.comcast.net/~yhanumara/MR_cover_1.jpg)
(http://home.comcast.net/~yhanumara/MR_cover_2.jpg)
This new engine cover is based on the original and it is very generic to appeal to all people. Further more with falling in the line with the "it should have come form the factory" appearance mod.
My philosophy is to add substance without making it look customized so that it gives legitimacy to the car.
This unit is all quality and there is no flimsiness to it like the other cheap one sold for other cars and in fact it is more solid then the original.
When I first thought of having it done I knew it would look good but then when I installed it in the day time with the engine bay open it looked incredible as if the MR2 was an exotic. Another words it does more then just sit there as it has presence.
Also one can see the midship wording through the vents.
I will have different paint schemes and such and it will be on sale very soon for $70 shipped and I will find out how much more it is to ship out to you guys across the pond .
Please let me know what you guys think.
dev, once again you have surpassed yourself! s:D :D s:D put me down for 1 mate, an xmas pressie to myself s:) :) s:) didnt even have to covince the wife, wow was her comment. have a great xmas and new year s:bowdown: :bowdown: s:bowdown:
Yes another top mod; add me to the list matey s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
3rd one please. s:D :D s:D
what colours are you looking at doing????
Definitley interested, come back to us with colours and we'll be ready
Hi Dev,
Just to add to the collection of Dev accoutrements, add Bill Mak to the order
Thks
Bill
s:bounce: :bounce: s:bounce: superb Dev
once again youve somehow produced something thats going to make me spend more money! s:evil: :evil: s:evil:
s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
Hey thanks guys. As far as the color schemes go you will have a choice of standard silver which you can paint yourself you own customized colors.
The themed colors will be what ever you car color is and the letters will be the painted the color of the soft top of the car. This is an extra service of $10 and just so you know and it will not be painted to be an exact match but something very close to it to keep costs down.
This service and the cover is my gift to you guys for the price I am offering to show my appreciation for both communities.
Actually if you guys want to claim the first ten you may do so now then I will designate a paypal address and PM the fist ten people. The reason being that I am too busy to set up anything for the next two days because I will be busy making the TBLV for all those that ordered. I want to stay on top of my projects but as far as the MR garnish goes these are a stright shot.
I will have 10 of them for the first batch so please claim them now. you will be shairing these ten with the Spyderchat folks so they are going fast.
I will set myself up in the sales section soon.
I know that some people have expressed interest and are ready but I need absolute comitment so on this thread please claim your cover to reserve a spot for the fist 10.
Thanks
dev
ill take 1 for sure dev s:D :D s:D is it possible to combine the shipping with the brake light visor?
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Quote from: "nelix"ill take 1 for sure dev s:D :D s:D is it possible to combine the shipping with the brake light visor?
Yes I can do that. s:D :D s:D
You will just be paying what ever it cost extra to ship both items. There should be some savings.
cheers m8 s:D :D s:D ill have a colored 1 please, blue car, black roof.
include me on this one Dev please
Quote from: "Dev"Quote from: "nelix"ill take 1 for sure dev s:D :D s:D is it possible to combine the shipping with the brake light visor?
Yes I can do that. s:D :D s:D
You will just be paying what ever it cost extra to ship both items. There should be some savings.
in fact dev when the time comes can you do the same for me then i can pay all in one go?
Great to see you producing another quality product dev!
Please add me to the list for the standard silver (unpainted). I'm on the list for the TBLV, so I'll pay for both together, if that's OK.
Merry xmas and a happy new year.
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This is what I got so far and I just found out that I don't need an import license here in the US so that's why I only initially wanted to get 10 under the radar but I found out today that all I need is a tax ID which I have so its not a problem anymore.
I don't want to keep people waiting for this so I am just going to raise the bar to 20 initial orders then put in the order so that the turn around time is minimal.
I did not include some people who have replied because I don't know their full intention so if you wanted one please let me know now.
Thanks guys I somehow knew that this would be a big seller but I had no idea I would sell this many in such a short time.
I will be collecting payment on the fist of January with the inauguration of my new company.
Hi Dev, I'll take one coloured, Yellow body, Black roof,
Thanks
Quote from: "kj"Hi Dev, I'll take one coloured, Yellow body, Black roof,
Thanks
Ok I got you now. I did not know your intention at the time but now I do.
I have only four more engine covers left.
Dev just interested if you dont mind me asking?!
but do you work cus i dont know how you have the time to get all this done?!
im i being nosey s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
Quote from: "bossman23780"Dev just interested if you dont mind me asking?!
but do you work cus i dont know how you have the time to get all this done?!
I'm i being nosey s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
Sure no problem. I don't work I study to get licensed for my profession but I have put that on hold for some time now. don't worry about the work because I have a dedicated partner to help out with these projects and another partner exclusively for the keyhole covers and soon gap covers.
I am starting up two companies and we will see where it goes from here but so far things are looking good and I will continue to make some other cool projects for our cars.
Quote from: "Dev"Quote from: "bossman23780"Dev just interested if you dont mind me asking?!
but do you work cus i dont know how you have the time to get all this done?!
I'm i being nosey s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
Sure no problem. I don't work I study to get licensed for my profession but I have put that on hold for some time now. don't worry about the work because I have a dedicated partner to help out with these projects and another partner exclusively for the keyhole covers and soon gap covers.
I am starting up two companies and we will see where it goes from here but so far things are looking good and I will continue to make some other cool projects for our cars.
First dibs then on your future projects!!! s:wink: :wink: s:wink: s:lol: :lol: s:lol:
Cheers mate, now it helps me understand the myth that is DEV!
hi dev,
missed this while i was away over xmas,
please can i have one to, just plain silver will be fine, i also have a rear light garnish on order,
can i pay for both at the same time cheers.
Quote from: "rtbiscuit"hi dev,
missed this while i was away over xmas,
please can i have one to, just plain silver will be fine, i also have a rear light garnish on order,
can i pay for both at the same time cheers.
Sure thing. I will have a website up and running in which you will be able to place your orders in a cart like how most vendors do it.
I will PM people on both lists after the new year with the link so you can place your order. I will be able to combine shipping and such when you order both. Only those that are on the list who were fist will get their order sooner than those that come later on this list. If those that are on the list do not pay for their order in one months time then it will be first come fist serve.
Hi Dev,
I'd really like a black one with red lettering, (as black car, black roof not an ideal combination!! s:lol: :lol: s:lol: ) but if this isn't possible, then just put me down for a standard silver one..
Cheers..
Guys there are two spots left.
I have placed a big order of Engine covers and Brake light visors. I should be getting them in the second week of January and they will be shipped out promptly.
I have also changed what I plan to do about the paint because I dont have the time to paint the letters.
I will paint them solid colors and you guys can paint the letters. There will be colors for you guys to choose from. The price for painting these colors will not raise the price as there will be no coustum paint fee.
The price will remain $70 shipped US and what ever extra it cost to ship the cover to you guys.
Decisions, decisions, what colour shall I go for s:? :? s:?
Quote from: "heathstimpson"Decisions, decisions, what colour shall I go for s:? :? s:?
Here is a sample of colors avalible. There is a ceramic aluminum color that looks good. I plan to paint mine a dark gun metal. Most all of the paints are high heat ceramic and look good.
m http://www.duplicolor.com/products/colors/highheat.html (http://www.duplicolor.com/products/colors/highheat.html) m
I am holding a contest on here and spyderchat for the best painted cover.
Those that enter for the best painted cover will recieve a refund on their cover.
Im also entering the contest and the people will vote on both forums and I will tally the results.
do you have to use heat resistant paints i'v seen it done with ordinary paints and a good coating of laquer!
Quote from: "rtbiscuit"do you have to use heat resistant paints i'v seen it done with ordinary paints and a good coating of laquer!
No it doesnt but the high heat ceramic paints look good and stick very well without any fadeing and chiping.
Quote from: "Dev"I have also changed what I plan to do about the paint because I dont have the time to paint the letters.
I will paint them solid colors and you guys can paint the letters.
In that case then, can I please get mine in Black? I'll look to do the letters myself, probably in red, but maybe silver..
Damn there goes my black silver idea hehe
Quote from: "philster_d"Damn there goes my black silver idea hehe
And mine s:? :? s:? Doesn't look like any of us are particularly original s:cry: :cry: s:cry:
put me down for a silver one please (and a green rear light visor too!)
Quote from: "muffdan"put me down for a silver one please (and a green rear light visor too!)
Sure thing. I need you to post your order for the brake light visor on my other thread for Brake light visors.
I will soon have my ordering site up and running shortly for you to order.
Thanks
I was making some keyhole covers today and my keyhole cover partner Josh painted the valve cover.
Josh likes the valve cover and thought it was quality. Anyway here are some new pics of the valve cover.
(http://home.comcast.net/~yhanumara/Josh_paint.jpg)
(http://home.comcast.net/~yhanumara/josh_red_mr.jpg)
(http://home.comcast.net/~yhanumara/josh_red_mr_2.jpg)
Also I had a chance to play around with my new Flash that has a stroboscopic and slow sync mode.
(http://home.comcast.net/~yhanumara/slow_sync.jpg)
(http://home.comcast.net/~yhanumara/strobe_1.jpg)
looks really good, i cant wait to get my hands on mine.
custom paint job on the way! been a while since i'v been able to flex my spraying arm. s:D :D s:D
i have some good ideas, just got to choose on a colour scheme
do you have a pic of it straight on i.e. sat on someones lap looking directly at it so that i can have a play on photoshop.
just though i would ask the question about fitment
im presuming its a straight swap because ive never really looked at the current covers on the car already?
looks like it.
unbolt one, bolt on the other,
from what i can tell he has used the orignal as the mould and modified to include lettering. not a bad job if i do say so!
s8) 8) s8) easy job then
if only it was as simple and easy to do as Dev makes it appear s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
i think it really is!
or are you refering to the spraying.
Silver garnish with body-colour matching green letters for me I think s:D :D s:D
im on about the whole process mate!
some of Devs products are so simple, but try and have ago yourself and you will see hoe tricky it is without the nohow
thank god for guys like Dev!! ... he says kneeliing on one knee s:) :) s:)
its one of those awkward things,
i'm always up for giving a hand, but as people are so spread out (benefits of an international forum) its a case of chatting and then have a go yourself.
if you need any advice spraying there is a guide on spraying valve garnishes in the appearance section (i posted it)
Quote from: "rtbiscuit"its one of those awkward things,
i'm always up for giving a hand, but as people are so spread out (benefits of an international forum) its a case of chatting and then have a go yourself.
if you need any advice spraying there is a guide on spraying valve garnishes in the appearance section (i posted it)
yeah but i think i ve mentioned before! im so so lazy s:lol: :lol: s:lol:
no really, one day im going to have to give it a bash! it maybe this time
Quote from: "bossman23780"just though i would ask the question about fitment
I'm presuming its a straight swap because ive never really looked at the current covers on the car already?
It is a straight swap with no issues. But I must mention that one of the holes where you use the plastic fastener is a little off but you can still press in the fastener in without any problem. I am only mentioning it because;
1. there will be someone that will comment about it when its not an issue at all.
And
2. because I want to be upfront and honest about that small flaw because I know something about it but apart from that you will think its silly for me to mention it after you install the engine cover without a problem.
I will test each cover on my car before it is painted and sent out.
Also just to let you know the engine cover is much easier to paint then the brake light visor. Its so easy even a Monkey can do it and I will be offering it in different colors and then you can paint the letters like my friend josh has done or just paint over the paint I provide and start over. Just spray and let it dry and thats it.
Quote from: "Dev"I was making some keyhole covers today and my keyhole cover partner Josh painted the valve cover.
Josh likes the valve cover and thought it was quality. Anyway here are some new pics of the valve cover.
(http://home.comcast.net/~yhanumara/Josh_paint.jpg)
The exact combo I was thinking of!! Looks good, so I think that could well be a winner.. Just need to get a small brush and a steady hand now! s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
Painting the letters is not that hard. Even if you go over a little it will not show up when its on the engine.
So when can we order
Quote from: "kj"So when can we order
Almost there. I just need to add the pictures to the website and make a post in the GB section which will be done today.
i am right in thinking i paid for both, this garnish, and the rear light garnish.
feels like ages since i ordered, am so excited, looking forward to getting my hands on these little puppies.
not pestering, just been so busy i'v forgotten what i'v done s:oops: :oops: s:oops:
Quote from: "rtbiscuit"i am right in thinking i paid for both, this garnish, and the rear light garnish.
feels like ages since i ordered, am so excited, looking forward to getting my hands on these little puppies.
not pestering, just been so busy i'v forgotten what i'v done s:oops: :oops: s:oops:
Unfortunately there is another delay in getting the engine covers out. It would seem that I ordered big padded letters to fit the engine covers and they sent me the wrong ones. Hopefully they will send me the right ones next week so it will be delayed.
The good news is that I will be shipping eight brake light visors today and many more next week. Things are coming together but it takes time and I have been working like a dog.
Good stuff. Certainly no rush from my point of view Dev, just glad things are under control and will turn up in time..
Yep like Chris said no rush Dev, we dont mind waiting!
we know your not a lil bastard s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
Hi Bossman just noticed that you are getting one of these and it got me thinking the TTET requires this to be cut to fit. Might be a problem might not check it out at
m http://dieamond.free.fr/Catalogs/TTE_Turbo.pdf (http://dieamond.free.fr/Catalogs/TTE_Turbo.pdf) m
Page 18
that link doest seem to work for me and i tried the forums link to the installation guide and it didnt work s:? :? s:?
thanks Simon i never even thought of that s:oops: :oops: s:oops: but i wouldve found out eventually s:lol: :lol: s:lol:
no problems though i will just have to do a bit of custom work on it s8) 8) s8)
hi dev,
any chance of a photo of your valve covers straight on, so i can put it in photoshop and play around with colours.
idea being i would have come to a decision and got the paint ready.
cheers s:D :D s:D
Quote from: "Dev"Unfortunately there is another delay in getting the engine covers out. It would seem that I ordered big padded letters to fit the engine covers and they sent me the wrong ones. Hopefully they will send me the right ones next week so it will be delayed.
The good news is that I will be shipping eight brake light visors today and many more next week. Things are coming together but it takes time and I have been working like a dog.
Appreciate that real life can take over sometimes, just wanted to check if things were still coming along with these?
Guys I am packing your engine covers Today.
Very busy with everything else but I am getting it done.
do you have any left??? ill have one if you do
Quote from: "bingalong"do you have any left??? ill have one if you do
Yes I do.
I sent off a few allready and will be getting more mailers to send out the rest on Tuesday. I also sent out many braklight visors. Almost there people and everyone will have their orders soon.
blingalong You can get one at
w www.agniracing.com (http://www.agniracing.com) w
Thanks
Good news Dev, let me know how you want payment..
hi dev, has mine been sent yet? only asking as ive changed my car and the new ones a different colour s:) :) s:) i now have a sable 1E3. if my order isnt sent yet is it possible for me to get the brake light cover in this instead of the blue i ordered? if not no probs, ill put it up for sale through the club and ill order another from you. also looking for 2 keyhole covers please if you still have them, again sable 1E3. s:D :D s:D
Quote from: "nelix"hi dev, has mine been sent yet? only asking as ive changed my car and the new ones a different colour s:) :) s:) i now have a sable 1E3. if my order isnt sent yet is it possible for me to get the brake light cover in this instead of the blue i ordered? if not no probs, ill put it up for sale through the club and ill order another from you. also looking for 2 keyhole covers please if you still have them, again sable 1E3. s:D :D s:D
We did manage to send out a few of them. I have to ask my partner but if not I will stop the shipment for you and let you know the status.
Thanks
Dev
Would anyone consider to donate their old one to roadster science ?
I want to cut one up and have a play with it. s:) :) s:)
Please let me know.
Philster.
thanks dev.
what you planning on then phil? does the lucky donor get one of whatever you're planning? s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
We sent out many many visors and engine covers today. I am very sorry for the long wait as I had many road blocks but now its done and I have to thank each and every one of you for being patient with me and I attribute that to my service with the keyhole covers otherwise I am sure you guys would have raised hell with me.
nelix I found your order and I stopped it so that I can exchange it with a 1E3 visor like you requested. I should have that out to you next week when I finish making the 1E3 visor.
I am now working on a new memorabilia project since I am a bit free and I will not be making it but my design specs will be made and anyone that values the Spyder should like it.
dev, you are a total god s:bowdown: :bowdown: s:bowdown: can you add a couple of keyhole covers at the same time? if thats ok let me know how much to paypal you. thanks again s:D :D s:D
Quote from: "Dev"We sent out many many visors and engine covers today.
Dev,
You have pm, as I think I may have messed things up by ordering one on your site last night.. s:roll: :roll: s:roll: s:oops: :oops: s:oops:
Quote from: "Chris"Quote from: "Dev"We sent out many many visors and engine covers today.
Dev,
You have pm, as I think I may have messed things up by ordering one on your site last night.. s:roll: :roll: s:roll: s:oops: :oops: s:oops:
Dont worry as I will cancel it and then you can submit it again. s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
ok thanks. I take it that means that I'm not due one from this thread then, and not one of the ones you sent yesterday? Don't mind which way I get one, just don't wanna end up with 2! s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
Quote from: "Chris"ok thanks. I take it that means that I'm not due one from this thread then, and not one of the ones you sent yesterday? Don't mind which way I get one, just don't wanna end up with 2! s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
Well I did not pack 2 of them so I think you are safe and it was not sent out.
Quote from: "Chris"what you planning on then phil? does the lucky donor get one of whatever you're planning? s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
Well thats the thing if it doesnt work out there wont be any cover left but if it works ok then theres no reason I couldnt then do mine for you.
I certainly wont be producing a general product or anything. This is a I'd like to have a go at a blue-peter job s:lol: :lol: s:lol:
Dev, ive now got the cover but was wondering if its ok just to leave it as it is, i noticed that people have the intention of finishing it by painting, its ok to leave it like it came?!
dev here is mine
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q47/rtbiscuit/PICT0533.jpg)
Quote from: "bossman23780"Dev, ive now got the cover but was wondering if its ok just to leave it as it is, i noticed that people have the intention of finishing it by painting, its ok to leave it like it came?!
Sure thing you can leave it as it is. Thats why I offer it in gun metal finish.
Quote from: "rtbiscuit"dev here is mine
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q47/rtbiscuit/PICT0533.jpg)
I like it. s:D :D s:D I am going to use your picture and add it to my company website.
more than happy for you to use it on your website. s:D :D s:D
so when is the closing date for your painting compertition s:D :D s:D
hi dev, has mine and my brake light cover been despatched yet?
Quote from: "nelix"hi dev, has mine and my brake light cover been despatched yet?
Actually I have been waiting for someone domestic to exchage a 1E3 visor he ordered by mistake so I can give that to you.
He has not sent it yet so I will make you a new one this week and try and have it out to you ASAP.
Thanks for waiting.
dev, no problem. wait for the exchange as this will be easier for you s:) :) s:) im in no hurry, just wondered. are you still doing the keyhole covers? if so ill paypal you the money for a set of those as well.
Quote from: "nelix"dev, no problem. wait for the exchange as this will be easier for you s:) :) s:) I'm in no hurry, just wondered. are you still doing the keyhole covers? if so ill paypal you the money for a set of those as well.
Yes we are doing the keyhole covers this weekend.
You can pay me know for a set.
Thanks
Dev
dev was just wondering what was happening about your paint compertition. or has it been cancelled
Quote from: "rtbiscuit"dev was just wondering what was happening about your paint compertition. or has it been cancelled
Dont worry we will have it but I just dont have enough contestants as very few ordered the primed ones.
I do however have 2 people that has ordered primed and I will mention the competion to them.
Lets wait and see as Im sure my sales will pick up shortly.
Dev, any news on when mine will ship yet? ordered via your website at the end of march
Quote from: "Chris"Dev, any news on when mine will ship yet? ordered via your website at the end of march
Chris I believe this if for the Visor right. I had it packed up but forgot coustoms forms for it. I will have it out Tuesday for you.
Thanks for waiting.
Any news on my 3 items Dev?
Quote from: "nelix"Any news on my 3 items Dev?
I made your replacment 1E3 and I just need to pack them up and send them out. I expect to have it out on Tuesday with Chris's package and a few other orders.
Wow, quick reply Dev, thanks.
Quote from: "nelix"Wow, quick reply Dev, thanks.
Sorry that I was not able to get them out faster. Last month and part of this month has been very busy for me.
I cant wait to finish up all of my back log.
Dev, im on holiday next week, is it possible to hold off shipping until the end of next week as i dont want it arriving when im out the country? s:D :D s:D
Quote from: "nelix"Dev, I'm on holiday next week, is it possible to hold off shipping until the end of next week as i dont want it arriving when I'm out the country? s:D :D s:D
Sure thing. I will have it packed up and ready to ship out next week Friday.
Thanks Dev s:) :) s:)
Quote from: "Dev"Quote from: "Chris"Dev, any news on when mine will ship yet? ordered via your website at the end of march
Chris I believe this if for the Visor right. I had it packed up but forgot coustoms forms for it. I will have it out Tuesday for you.
Thanks for waiting.
Hi Dev,
The order was for a valve cover (painted), not a visor. I ordered one previously but you had to refund the order due to some confusion on here, so I then ordered again as a replacement. Sorry for any extra confusion!!
Chris I got your PM I will look into it and get back to you.
Thanks
Dev
Just about to put mine on and wondered if anyone has used the foam padding from the stock cover or have folk just replaced it as it is?!
i was planning to transfer the padding over form stock to my new one when i'm done. to protect the coil packs from water.
Yep, thats what ive done, just pulled it of the stock cover but got no glue , so ive stragically placed it where they should be and placed Devs cover on top, should do the job!
hopefully have my custm TRD cover complete by next wednesday, ready to go on the car. s:D :D s:D
Kool! dont forget pictures!
Ive just been thinking the covers would look nice if they had the actual valve cover underneath powder coated like what Gregg offers over on SC!
Im thinking when i get the internals done on my engine, i will get this done aswell, just for vanitys sake! s:) :) s:)
vanity! s:D :D s:D
i wouldn't be putting in all this arse ache if it wasn't for vanity. i had apinted it once alreay and have changed my mind on what i was doing because it didn't fit with my long term vision for the car.
so stripped it all back,removed all the letterig, and started again.
this is the last time i do it. and will b chuffed that i have something that no one else will have.
ok dev your going to laugh, i got bored so i decided to take what you had done and change it.
here is my second entry for the valve cover painting compertition,
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q47/rtbiscuit/PICT0582.jpg)
(http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q47/rtbiscuit/PICT0583.jpg)
i hope you don't mind dev, but i have somewhat butchered your original creation, what do you think.
I dont mind at all. Actually the engine covers make a great platform for any modification since its made of fiberglass.
I think it looks great. s:D :D s:D
Anyone recommend best paints to use? Is it best to lacquer as well? Thanks.
my first one was car paints and laquer,
my second is plasticote gloss. don't know if you can laquer over it i haven't
Damn RT !
Is that all paint?? or is the lettering stickers??
If it's all paint you've got a talent bro! You should put it to good use.
wish i could say it was all paint but i know my limitations, the red and white back ground is all paint.
the TRD stuff are a decals the scroll lettering is vinyl, and the large TRD is a car decal.
saying that i think i can recreate any of the vinyl stuff as we have a vinyl cutter at work, just not used it yet. (advantages of being a Tech teacher)