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mekdad · 05-21-2008, 07:12 PM

Just a ? How many people have custom parts made,or make them your self?
I am talking pretty things like dash panels glove box doors bezels custom emblems and stuff.

jb4short · 05-21-2008, 07:29 PM

I'm trying to get a local shop to copy a Covan gauge panel in billet aluminum- I'll let you know how it works out

jhow66 · 05-21-2008, 08:00 PM

Here are 2 of mine-custom "502" emblem and custom tailgate for my '65:

whatnow123 · 05-21-2008, 10:00 PM

I've done a ton of fabrication on my truck. The most visible would be the speakers in the cab corners.

mekdad · 05-21-2008, 11:20 PM

sweet rides guys does anybody know if there is a call for custom one off parts

MrGoodpliers · 05-21-2008, 11:29 PM

Here is a sterling silver glovebox door emblem that I engraved for my '69 CST.

mekdad · 05-21-2008, 11:57 PM

you have got way more patience than I do hand engraved WOW you don't see that everyday.

70c10 · 05-21-2008, 11:58 PM

I think you would have alot of interest on the board!

My neighbor made me an aluminum bowtie with a mirrored stainless front for my carpeted bedliner that I hope to install soon

He recently informed me that his boss cut off all side work by employees

mekdad · 05-22-2008, 12:21 AM

I am trying to get a feel for the market to see if I should become a vendor.

glock35ipsc · 05-22-2008, 12:45 AM

If you make it, they will buy it. For a reasonable price, of course. I make a number of things and sell stuff at least weekly. My stuff is usually the result of what I made for myself, and others are interested in having something the same, or similar.

VA72C10 · 05-22-2008, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by mekdad

I am trying to get a feel for the market to see if I should become a vendor.

If you make quality parts at a reasonable price with good instructions, you will sell a bunch to this board. There are many pieces guys look for constantly and if you make any interior pieces in Billet, i'd be all over that (headlight, washer knob, cigarette lighter knob, etc)

mekdad · 05-22-2008, 04:26 PM

what are you guys looking for knobs and bezels what else? I know what I would like on mine. just need a good excuse to start making them, and be a vendor on here.Our shop has both lathe and mill the owner is retired and I run the shop.We have been in business for 12 years I have been here for 10 of that.Custom truck (and car I guess) parts are something thats kind of new to us.

Sicmaro · 05-22-2008, 06:16 PM

I believe a good item that would sell would be a stock looking emblem that said...... 5.3L / 6.0L / LS1 / LS6 etc.

Like this photoshop i quikly made.....

VA72C10 · 05-22-2008, 08:48 PM

I would like to see a surround made in polished aluminum/chrome for the rear taillights. Similar to what musclerod does, but using the stock lenses and mounting holes. A lot of people do away with the trim on the tailgate and the factory piece looks like it's missing something without those pieces.
Also, they are supposedly coming out with a trim that goes around the deluxe marker lights like the yellow one posted above (with the custom emblem below it) But they have no word on time frame yet and i'm ready to buy right now. Picture is below. Also, when it comes to the gauge bezels, different people are looking for different numbers/configurations on the gauges. I assume once you have the outer shape, if you offered the ability to move those gauge holes around, you'd have a bunch interested. I would be interested in a trim piece that fills in around the radio when you install an aftermarket radio. If you look, there is a gap that you can see the stock radio knob holes behind the aftermarket stereo.

mekdad · 05-22-2008, 10:25 PM

VA72C10 Do you have a pic of the radio? My truck doesn't have deluxe marker lights so I would need a sample.I have tail lights to get started on trim for stockers. I will see what I can do about getting some things going and get setup as a vendor.As Soon As I Can

VA72C10 · 05-22-2008, 10:42 PM

Here's a radio someone just did...you can see the recessed area in the dash.

mekdad · 05-22-2008, 10:48 PM

Yep,you can also see the square hole across the top.Now I am vendor.So its open for any parts you need let me know.

ohsocountry86 · 05-22-2008, 11:03 PM

i was wondering if there was anyone that sold a plate or something to go behind the stereo to fill in those holes?

mahanian · 05-23-2008, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by ohsocountry86

i was wondering if there was anyone that sold a plate or something to go behind the stereo to fill in those holes?

Quote:

Originally Posted by VA72C10

I would be interested in a trim piece that fills in around the radio when you install an aftermarket radio. If you look, there is a gap that you can see the stock radio knob holes behind the aftermarket stereo.

I just finished modeling a radio plate that covers those holes when you install an aftermarket radio. The outer edge looks just like the factory gauge bezel so it will go perfectly with the stock interior as well as any aftermarket billet bezel. I applied for a patent on it to keep people from copying it. I sent out the file for some quotes and I am sending one to Mekdad as well. I already PM'd him on it. I will post a picture tonight...

myoldchevytruck · 05-23-2008, 02:10 AM

PO hacked this up pretty good. Any suggestions? Thanks.

mekdad · 05-23-2008, 02:20 AM

I might be able to make a aluminum plate to fit.

mahanian · 05-23-2008, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by myoldchevytruck

PO hacked this up pretty good. Any suggestions? Thanks.

Something like this will do the trick. I just sent the CAD file to Mekdad for a quote.

ohsocountry86 · 05-23-2008, 03:08 AM

very interested

snaus32 · 05-23-2008, 03:22 AM

me to po cut up mine real good as well!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 05-23-2008, 03:26 AM

Id like to see what you could come up with for trim around the taillights..

05-21-2008, 07:12 PM	#1
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	custom parts Just a ? How many people have custom parts made,or make them your self? I am talking pretty things like dash panels glove box doors bezels custom emblems and stuff.

05-21-2008, 07:29 PM	#2
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: custom parts I'm trying to get a local shop to copy a Covan gauge panel in billet aluminum- I'll let you know how it works out

05-21-2008, 08:00 PM	#3
jhow66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Knoxville Tenn. Posts: 3,058	Re: custom parts Here are 2 of mine-custom "502" emblem and custom tailgate for my '65: Attached Images __________________ 56 Chevy Bel-Air 2dr. HT (purchased new) 71 Chevy Cheyenne SWB PU (502HO) 65 GMC short bed step--work in progress and my gofer

05-21-2008, 10:00 PM	#4
whatnow123 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 835	Re: custom parts I've done a ton of fabrication on my truck. The most visible would be the speakers in the cab corners. Attached Images __________________ 67 Short Step, 355, 700R 4.11 posi rear, 4/6 drop Discs on all 4 corners. Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=219094

05-21-2008, 11:20 PM	#5
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: custom parts sweet rides guys does anybody know if there is a call for custom one off parts __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done! Last edited by mekdad; 05-21-2008 at 11:20 PM.

05-21-2008, 11:29 PM	#6
MrGoodpliers Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Gainesville, Georgia Posts: 704	Re: custom parts Here is a sterling silver glovebox door emblem that I engraved for my '69 CST. Attached Images __________________ We made Oklahoma a little after 3, Randy & his brother Bob & my old GMC...

05-21-2008, 11:57 PM	#7
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: custom parts you have got way more patience than I do hand engraved WOW you don't see that everyday. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

05-21-2008, 11:58 PM	#8
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Re: custom parts I think you would have alot of interest on the board! My neighbor made me an aluminum bowtie with a mirrored stainless front for my carpeted bedliner that I hope to install soon He recently informed me that his boss cut off all side work by employees __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

05-22-2008, 12:21 AM	#9
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: custom parts I am trying to get a feel for the market to see if I should become a vendor. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

05-22-2008, 12:45 AM	#10
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: custom parts If you make it, they will buy it. For a reasonable price, of course. I make a number of things and sell stuff at least weekly. My stuff is usually the result of what I made for myself, and others are interested in having something the same, or similar. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

05-22-2008, 04:26 PM	#12
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: custom parts what are you guys looking for knobs and bezels what else? I know what I would like on mine. just need a good excuse to start making them, and be a vendor on here.Our shop has both lathe and mill the owner is retired and I run the shop.We have been in business for 12 years I have been here for 10 of that.Custom truck (and car I guess) parts are something thats kind of new to us. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

05-22-2008, 06:16 PM	#13
Sicmaro Always wrenching!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 301	Re: custom parts I believe a good item that would sell would be a stock looking emblem that said...... 5.3L / 6.0L / LS1 / LS6 etc. Like this photoshop i quikly made..... __________________ 71 C-10 5.3L/4L60E 72 Camaro LS6/4L60E 06 Duramax 19 RZR XP4 turbo Dynamix 56 Belair 5.3/4L60E swap in progress

05-22-2008, 08:48 PM	#14
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: custom parts I would like to see a surround made in polished aluminum/chrome for the rear taillights. Similar to what musclerod does, but using the stock lenses and mounting holes. A lot of people do away with the trim on the tailgate and the factory piece looks like it's missing something without those pieces. Also, they are supposedly coming out with a trim that goes around the deluxe marker lights like the yellow one posted above (with the custom emblem below it) But they have no word on time frame yet and i'm ready to buy right now. Picture is below. Also, when it comes to the gauge bezels, different people are looking for different numbers/configurations on the gauges. I assume once you have the outer shape, if you offered the ability to move those gauge holes around, you'd have a bunch interested. I would be interested in a trim piece that fills in around the radio when you install an aftermarket radio. If you look, there is a gap that you can see the stock radio knob holes behind the aftermarket stereo.

05-22-2008, 10:25 PM	#15
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: custom parts VA72C10 Do you have a pic of the radio? My truck doesn't have deluxe marker lights so I would need a sample.I have tail lights to get started on trim for stockers. I will see what I can do about getting some things going and get setup as a vendor.As Soon As I Can __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done! Last edited by mekdad; 05-22-2008 at 10:26 PM.

05-22-2008, 10:42 PM	#16
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: custom parts Here's a radio someone just did...you can see the recessed area in the dash.



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05-22-2008, 10:48 PM	#17
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: custom parts Yep,you can also see the square hole across the top.Now I am vendor.So its open for any parts you need let me know. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done! Last edited by mekdad; 05-22-2008 at 11:07 PM.

05-22-2008, 11:03 PM	#18
ohsocountry86 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: clackamas oregon Posts: 269	Re: custom parts i was wondering if there was anyone that sold a plate or something to go behind the stereo to fill in those holes? __________________ I can die happy now i own a c-10 TRICKNRACY cars baby TRICKNRACYCARS.ORG

05-23-2008, 02:10 AM	#20
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: custom parts PO hacked this up pretty good. Any suggestions? Thanks. __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

05-23-2008, 02:20 AM	#21
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: custom parts I might be able to make a aluminum plate to fit. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

05-23-2008, 03:08 AM	#23
ohsocountry86 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: clackamas oregon Posts: 269	Re: custom parts very interested __________________ I can die happy now i own a c-10 TRICKNRACY cars baby TRICKNRACYCARS.ORG

05-23-2008, 03:22 AM	#24
snaus32 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Mcgraw, ny Posts: 204	Re: custom parts me to po cut up mine real good as well!

05-23-2008, 03:26 AM	#25
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