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jott_06 · 12-17-2007, 12:44 PM

I watched the show muscle car today and they made a set of custom fender flairs out of fiberglass. I really want to try to make something for my 68 that no one else has so what would be something i could try to make for my truck. I have a little experience with using fiberglass so it wont be completely new but i've never made an actual part. I was thinking maybe a smooth cover for my front bumper that doesnt have a place for the license plate or anything. Lets see what you guys can come up with for an idea. Thanks in advance.

49m · 12-17-2007, 01:28 PM

i watched the show today.

68caliRat · 12-17-2007, 01:35 PM

No ideas here, but if you do something post a thread with pics for us..

PanelDeland · 12-17-2007, 02:19 PM

A custom center console would be trick.I think some here have done it so you might get pointers that would be helpful.

wibilly · 12-17-2007, 03:28 PM

you could always do the speaker pod kick panels in FAQ

Longhorn Man · 12-17-2007, 04:12 PM

I watched that today too, pretty impressive if you ask me. I started getting crazy thoughts of making the longhorn a daulie again.

72BlckButy · 12-17-2007, 06:43 PM

I caught the show as well, it's amazing what floral foam can accomplish...

I would stick to the interior mods, such as kick panels, custom console, or a custom stereo enclosure behind the seat. You could possible do a custom fiberglass grille of some type. I like the original grilles, but that would be different.

When you do decide on a project, be sure to post pics of your progress.

Just a thought....

Maybe you could be the first to create a fiberglass replacement SWB bedside....

brianthelion02 · 12-17-2007, 08:14 PM

Definetly post some pics!!!!!!!LATER!!!!!!!!!!

heavy71chevy · 12-17-2007, 08:32 PM

heres a link to some real experts at this sort of things..it covers just about everthing you can think of... www.fiberglassforums.com hope it helps

12-17-2007, 12:44 PM	#1
jott_06 Camaro Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: ohio Posts: 472	I'm gonna try it... I need ideas I watched the show muscle car today and they made a set of custom fender flairs out of fiberglass. I really want to try to make something for my 68 that no one else has so what would be something i could try to make for my truck. I have a little experience with using fiberglass so it wont be completely new but i've never made an actual part. I was thinking maybe a smooth cover for my front bumper that doesnt have a place for the license plate or anything. Lets see what you guys can come up with for an idea. Thanks in advance.

12-17-2007, 01:28 PM	#2
49m Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Turners Station,Ky Posts: 842	Re: I'm gonna try it... I need ideas i watched the show today. __________________ My Rides 1969 Mustang gt coupe 1971 Chevy Cheyenne 1986 Iroc camaro 1986 K10 Short Bed 1987 Iroc Camaro 1990 rs Camaro 1992 350 ss truck 1998 Honda Civic 2005 Ram 2500 Cummins My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=279831

12-17-2007, 01:35 PM	#3
68caliRat Need a bigger hammer.. Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Escondido,CA. Posts: 280	Re: I'm gonna try it... I need ideas No ideas here, but if you do something post a thread with pics for us.. __________________ 1968 GMC 3/4 LWB fleetside Custom Camper 2018 Silverado High Country 2500HD Duramax 4X4

12-17-2007, 02:19 PM	#4
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: I'm gonna try it... I need ideas A custom center console would be trick.I think some here have done it so you might get pointers that would be helpful. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

12-17-2007, 03:28 PM	#5
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: I'm gonna try it... I need ideas you could always do the speaker pod kick panels in FAQ __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

12-17-2007, 04:12 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: I'm gonna try it... I need ideas I watched that today too, pretty impressive if you ask me. I started getting crazy thoughts of making the longhorn a daulie again.

12-17-2007, 06:43 PM	#7
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: I'm gonna try it... I need ideas I caught the show as well, it's amazing what floral foam can accomplish... I would stick to the interior mods, such as kick panels, custom console, or a custom stereo enclosure behind the seat. You could possible do a custom fiberglass grille of some type. I like the original grilles, but that would be different. When you do decide on a project, be sure to post pics of your progress. Just a thought.... Maybe you could be the first to create a fiberglass replacement SWB bedside.... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 12-17-2007 at 06:45 PM.

12-17-2007, 08:14 PM	#8
brianthelion02 Overdrive club Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: apache junction, arizona Posts: 819	Re: I'm gonna try it... I need ideas Definetly post some pics!!!!!!!LATER!!!!!!!!!! __________________ 1971 c-10 1951 3100 chevy 1970 chevy c-30 Sold!

12-17-2007, 08:32 PM	#9
heavy71chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: antreville, south carolina Posts: 873	Re: I'm gonna try it... I need ideas heres a link to some real experts at this sort of things..it covers just about everthing you can think of... www.fiberglassforums.com hope it helps __________________ "Dixie Destroyer" 71 C10 LWB Fleet Future Blown Prostreet Monster

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