3D Printed VX Grill Badge [Text View]

jasonm621

02/17/2013, 06:40 PM

been dreaming of a 3d printer. how do you like yours? Ive wanted one and have been saving for over a year now. now that i have one my house is humming with the printer running non stop... I love it although the first few days of setup and calibration were very frustrating. Some skill is involved... It certainly wasnt as easy to setup or user friendly as Makerbot makes it seem to be. So be warned with that info before you drop any money. IT is a precision machine and should be advertised as one... But to think that 20 years ago it took thousands of dollars and man hours and large machines to make a prototype now can be done on our desktops and within a few hours to have a small part in our hand, with the consumables costing about $0.50. Simply mind boggling!

VXorado

02/17/2013, 06:51 PM

Ive wanted one and have been saving for over a year now. now that i have one my house is humming with the printer running non stop... I love it although the first few days of setup and calibration were very frustrating. Some skill is involved... It certainly wasnt as easy to setup or user friendly as Makerbot makes it seem to be. So be warned with that info before you drop any money. I is a precision machine and should be advertised as one... But to thinking that 20 years ago it took thousands of dollars and man hours and large machines to make a prototype. Now we can do it on our desktops and within a few hours have a small part in our hand, with the consumables costing about $0.50. Simply mind boggling!

:thumbup: That looks great. Can I come over an play with your new makerbot??

jasonm621

02/17/2013, 08:54 PM

OKCVX

02/17/2013, 10:25 PM

Name the $$$$$

JoFotoz

02/17/2013, 10:43 PM

I just traded mails with Jason , and ordered two !!

I'll let him price them for ya all..suffice to say...
...a good deal IMO for custom stuff like this.

Very easy guy to talk/deal with...

...I'm excited...

I have a plan for these!!

:thumbup:

Jo

eblank

02/17/2013, 10:57 PM

Ooooh I could keep myself busy with a toy like that for quite a while... going on the list :drool:

VX KAT

02/18/2013, 12:36 AM

Here's ordering info for the emblems:

VX EMBLEMS:
$15 (shipped) for standard colors
$20 (shipped) for CHROME

COLOR CHOICES:
Black
White (WHITE)
Proton (PROTON)
Red
Kaiser
Dragon
Astral
Fox Fire
Chrome (+$5)

INFORMATION NEEDED FOR ORDER: COLOR CHOICE REQUESTED:
QUANTITY:
FULL NAME and ADDRESS:

PAYPAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Total Amount: $_______

PayPal ID: tribalflames621@hotmail.com

Click the SEND MONEY tab.

Select the "PERSONAL" TAB when initiating the payment. It's right next to the "PURCHASE" button.

To do this, you HAVE to have the amount IN your PP account or in the checking account tied to the PP account, (as opposed to letting it get charged to your credit card).

Then you select "GIFT".

***ALSO** Remember to send your full name and address as it doesn't give me that with the Personal Tab.

Thanks again for your interest! looking forward to making these for you!
-Jason

Here's some samples:
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/VXEMBLEMSbyjason.jpg

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC02429.jpg

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC02431.jpg

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC02433.jpg

VX KAT

02/18/2013, 11:18 AM

Hmmmmm -- think I dare go for a matching Purple if he has some leftover material?
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/MISC%20VX%20PICTURES/DSCN0217.jpg

VXorado

02/18/2013, 11:32 AM

Jon,
You're welcome over anytime! We still need to do that dinner date we were talking about. Maybe the boys play with their toys while the girls talk or do whatever they do... Seriously swing by when you're free!

Sounds good Jason, i'll give you a call soon. :_beer:

I'll be ordering a few emblems but we can discuss that when I see you.

Hmmmmm -- think I dare go for a matching Purple if he has some leftover material?

Go for it Sue. :thumbup:

OKCVX

02/21/2013, 10:23 PM

Jason did a fantastic job!
I ordered a black one and he made it that evening &
shipped it the next day. It arrived in 5 days from the time
I placed the order.
Jason answered all my questions in a timely manner via email.
He also gave me instructions on how to remove the Isuzu
emblem including a how to video.
All for only $15 free shipping!
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/515/thumbs/image16.jpg[url=http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23324]http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/515/thumbs/image17.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23323)http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/image18.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23325)http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/515/thumbs/image15.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23322)http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/515/thumbs/image14.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23321)
I don't know why they are wrong side up but click on them and they are right side up.
You the man J!!!!!

VX KAT

02/21/2013, 10:31 PM

Nah, still upside down for me :_shrug:

JoFotoz

02/21/2013, 11:42 PM

100% agree with you....
Jason did a fantastic job!
I ordered a black one and he made it that evening &
shipped it the next day. It arrived in 5 days from the time
I placed the order.
Jason answered all my questions in a timely manner via email.
He also gave me instructions on how to remove the Isuzu
emblem including a how to video.

You the man J!!!!!

I've been working with Jason for several ( many!!) days and nights getting some custom
emblems etc designed and finalized.
His 3D rendering skill from my ideas/photos/scribles is fantastic.

Great guy to work with, and prices ....even for custom stuff ...
.....are very reasonable.

:thumbup:...:thumbup: ..yup TWO thumbs up!

Jo

kehecross

02/24/2013, 10:01 AM

You Rock Jason:yesy: I got my chrome VX today and it is freaken awsome!!! And at a great price :jump::LineWave:

jasonm621

02/25/2013, 11:09 AM

Glad you guys like the work! I appreciate the orders and positive feedback!

jasonm621

03/26/2013, 11:47 AM

I have another silver one that has been waiting to be shipped to some lucky person. Anyone interested?

bartmanS4

03/26/2013, 11:58 AM

I'll take it. And you won't even have to ship it. I'll PM you.
Scott

VXD959

05/06/2013, 08:38 AM

Jason -

Just sent paypal payment for a White emblem. Thanks!!!

jasonm621

05/06/2013, 09:21 AM

Jason -

Just sent paypal payment for a White emblem. Thanks!!!
Got it! Order will be on its way first thing tommorrow!

EVO

05/06/2013, 09:28 AM

Just ordered a Chrome and a Orange VX Emblem!!! They look AWESOME Jason!! Does the stock Isuzu Emblem just pop off with a little heat or are there fasteners?

VX KAT

05/06/2013, 09:52 AM

Just ordered a Chrome and a Orange VX Emblem!!! They look AWESOME Jason!! Does the stock Isuzu Emblem just pop off with a little heat or are there fasteners?

yeah, just a little heat and gently pry it up.

Here's pics of some of the various colors he's made.
Jason asked me to take these to Moab so if you want any of them let me know, or order direct from Jason.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCF1032.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCF1063.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCF1036.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCF1058.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCF1064.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCF1052.JPG

jasonm621

05/06/2013, 11:49 AM

Just ordered a Chrome and a Orange VX Emblem!!! They look AWESOME Jason!! Does the stock Isuzu Emblem just pop off with a little heat or are there fasteners?
The blow dryer and some fishing line trick worked like a charm for me! Finish up with goo gone and clean spotlessly with alcohol before applying the new badge. Refer to this step by step youtube for more info:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdgRvp_6U58

89Vette

05/06/2013, 12:27 PM

Got it! Order will be on its way first thing tommorrow!

If it will save an extra trip, I jumped in and sent payment for a chrome badge. My contact/shipping info are included with my payment.

If you need more time, that's no problem either....just send the next time it's convenient (and you're at the PO).

Thanks!
Gregg

EVO

05/06/2013, 03:48 PM

Kool!! Thanks everyone!! I was hoping they came off easily!! Fishing Line and heat gun worked perfectly!!! Happy Faces and Unicorns for everyone!!! LOL!!

89Vette

05/09/2013, 02:36 PM

I have another silver one that has been waiting to be shipped to some lucky person. Anyone interested?

Mine showed up today. Thanks!

I did wonder how you could do chrome "plating" since I ordered the chrome. After receiving it, I see it's more like bright silver. I've often used "Chrome" paint -- made by Duplicolor. It looks much brighter than your average silver and mimics polished aluminum.

I've also learned to...and polished aluminum. Though some mistake polished aluminum for chrome, their is a marked difference in shine. Chrome is WAY more like a mirror.

So...I'm not sure I'd call your chrome "chrome". It's very well made though! Thanks!

Gregg

EVO

05/09/2013, 04:06 PM

Got my Orange and Silver (Chrome it is not). Decisions, Decisions, I think I'll start with Orange after I detail the grill!! They look very nice, thanks Jason for filling a niche!!

jasonm621

05/09/2013, 05:24 PM

Got my Orange and Silver (Chrome it is not). Decisions, Decisions, I think I'll start with Orange after I detail the grill!! They look very nice, thanks Jason for filling a niche!!
Your very welcome! Glad you got the package so fast. I agree that "chrome" is probably not the best word choice... Unfortunately TRUE chroming of plastics are unbelievably expensive and extremely hazardous chemicals are involved. Believe me ive looked into it. Id have to sell a LOT of VX's to make the investment worth it. The next best thing is krylon metallic and a generous clear coat. Be sure to post pics of the orange, im curious!:yeso: Thanks again to ALL who order my Vehicross goodies!

jasonm621

05/09/2013, 05:33 PM

Mine showed up today. Thanks!

I did wonder how you could do chrome "plating" since I ordered the chrome. After receiving it, I see it's more like bright silver. I've often used "Chrome" paint -- made by Duplicolor. It looks much brighter than your average silver and mimics polished aluminum.

I've also learned to...and polished aluminum. Though some mistake polished aluminum for chrome, their is a marked difference in shine. Chrome is WAY more like a mirror.

So...I'm not sure I'd call your chrome "chrome". It's very well made though! Thanks!

Gregg
Im gonna have to look more into the rattle can chrome.
ATTENTION ALL: Anyone that can come up with a viable alternative resulting in a true chrome and post the results of their findings using their VX Emblem or anything that they have ordered from me- I'll give that person a set of spare tire cover knobs, Yakima rack screw flaps and a VX Emblem! All a color of their choice!

ron

05/09/2013, 05:41 PM

Check out:

www.alsacorp.com

Hope this helps. rudy

tysamigo

05/09/2013, 07:06 PM

Check out:

www.alsacorp.com

Hope this helps. rudy

You think this would work well with the Cladding Screw Heads?

jasonm621

05/09/2013, 08:56 PM

Check out:

www.alsacorp.com

Hope this helps. rudy
Its not bad! I actually looked into this product before but couldnt justify the $300 price tag... Good eye though!

89Vette

06/13/2013, 12:11 PM

I look back thru this thread but didn't see instructions for mounting the non-adhesive-backed emblems. Did I miss it?

VX KAT

06/13/2013, 12:38 PM

I look back thru this thread but didn't see instructions for mounting the non-adhesive-backed emblems. Did I miss it?

I think most of us used 3M double stick tape.

VXD959

06/13/2013, 12:45 PM

I think most of us used 3M double stick tape.

Ooops...I super-glued it!

Knigh7s

06/13/2013, 01:56 PM

Im gonna have to look more into the rattle can chrome.
ATTENTION ALL: Anyone that can come up with a viable alternative resulting in a true chrome and post the results of their findings using their VX Emblem or anything that they have ordered from me- I'll give that person a set of spare tire cover knobs, Yakima rack screw flaps and a VX Emblem! All a color of their choice!

I've been looking at these guys (http://www.innate.com) stuff for awhile now. I'm looking at picking up some black chrome from them eventually for my rims... They also have sampler packs.

clipper 03 rodeo

06/13/2013, 02:08 PM

evillecutter

06/13/2013, 02:36 PM

You can also just use chrome vinyl and wrap them, it's really not that hard and if done right it will look awesome and last a long time. From my experience and research it's almost impossible to get a real mirror chrome finish from rattle can chrome paints. The vinyl looks like the real deal and is removable so if someone wanted to change the color of it, it's as simple as removing the vinyl.

http://autovinylsolutions.com/avery/avery_chrome

or plasti dip - they have a gloss black and gunmetal now - as soon as i get my proton back the wheels are getting sprayed black but havent decided on matte or gloss yet

a couple of members on here have done theirs and it looks great - inexpensive too - plus i want something i can take off later if i want to

VxSport

06/13/2013, 10:42 PM

Hey jason
I need at least one red vx badge sometime.

VX KAT

06/14/2013, 12:48 AM

Hey jason
I need at least one red vx badge sometime.

I have one red one left that Jason made (#8 in pic)
It's a little darker than pic, flash washed it out.
Here's the post:
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showpost.php?p=282304&postcount=20

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/VX_EMBLEMS.jpg

.

AK VX Lvr

06/18/2013, 01:17 AM

I have one red one left that Jason made (#8 in pic)
It's a little darker than pic, flash washed it out.
Here's the post:
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showpost.php?p=282304&postcount=20

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/VX_EMBLEMS.jpg

.

I'd definitely like to purchase a red one too. Are these still for sale?

AK VX Lvr

06/28/2013, 04:00 PM

VX KAT

06/28/2013, 05:49 PM

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showpost.php?p=282304&postcount=20

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/VX_EMBLEMS.jpg

.

BUMP!
I STILL HAVE ALL THE NUMBERED EMBLEMS LEFT! $10
(except #5 - the two letters are broken apart - $5)

Ldub

06/29/2013, 05:24 PM

Just wanted to bump this thread to say a big THANK YOU to Jason for hooking me up with
a beautiful red grill badge! Also a thank you to VX Kat for sending me Jason's way!
These are really well made and I HIGHLY recommend Jason to all the members here, and now off to install it on my Ironman....

X-2...I got one from Kat in Moab...& y'know all the reviews of tha 3 wolf moon T-shirt (http://www.amazon.com/product-reviews/B002HJ377A/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?showViewpoints=1)???

Well almost ALL of that stuff has happened to yours truly, as a result of me receiving said quality merchandise...:thumbup:

longiotti

07/03/2013, 10:58 AM

I want #2

longiotti

07/03/2013, 10:59 AM

are you the one that also makes the replacement spare tire cover screw things?

VX KAT

07/03/2013, 11:03 AM

I want #2

are you the one that also makes the replacement spare tire cover screw things?

Yes, I have #2 badge is available. I'll PM you.

Jasonm621 is the one that makes all these items, contact him for the knobs. They're SOLID, so they're very robust.

CatFish

07/07/2013, 01:54 AM

I would like to get #1, is it chrome? If so, that is what I want. I would like to know how to get the ISUZU out of the grille and the VX in, how do you do that?

VX KAT

07/07/2013, 10:19 AM

I would like to get #1, is it chrome? If so, that is what I want. I would like to know how to get the ISUZU out of the grille and the VX in, how do you do that?

no, it's painted a bright silver, not true chrome,
Jason was going to look into some Chrome options. Want to contact him first and see if he has a Chrome yet?

See better pictures here: Post #1 and #6 - - It's the one at "10 o'clock"
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=24259&highlight=moab+jason

Removing the ISUZU badge is super easy.
Use a Hairdryer, warm up the badge, use something to start prying it up at one corner but be careful not to scratch the black plastic it's stuck to. Keep heat on it to keep it flexible and the glue pliable. Some use fishing line to slip behind it and pull it up.

Use 3M double stick tape to apply the emblem.

CatFish

07/07/2013, 09:55 PM

Thanks for the R&R info. I am now thinking I want #7 or #8. How close in color is #7 to the orange lights on the from of the VX? if it is close I will take that one if it is not close I will get #8.

I think a little color would be cool on my Ebony VX.

ZeroSix

07/08/2013, 03:16 AM

Is there still a set of the red ones? (#8)

jasonm621

01/31/2014, 10:57 PM

For those of you lucky enough to not only have a Isuzu Vehicross but a 3D printer as well, now you can download & 3D print the infamous "VX" badge or the standard "ISUZU" logo for the grill of your car! Enjoy! :bwgy:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:238942
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:238944

Lfen

02/01/2014, 04:21 PM

Just a shout out to Jason for all the fine work he has done to provide us with these products! Thank you

CatFish

02/01/2014, 08:42 PM

I am still wanting a #7 if you still have one and we can meet in town some time I can buy it from you.

wekilled

08/27/2014, 03:06 PM

jasonm621: Are you still printing these. I am about to ship my VX to Germany and noticed the "X" portion of my titanium VX had fallen off. I would like to purchase one set of the chrome VX if you still make them! She cant go overseas like that!

Shawn138

08/29/2014, 09:10 PM

So could you print spair tire cover knobs?

Mile High VX

08/30/2014, 07:04 AM

So could you print spair tire cover knobs?

Yes he can do those.

I have a set and they are great in looks and performance...:)

VX KAT

08/30/2014, 02:55 PM

So could you print spair tire cover knobs?

Here's the thread and pics of the spare tire knobs.

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=23517&highlight=JASON+KNOBS

Willievee

08/28/2015, 09:52 PM

Are the emblems still available?

CatFish

08/29/2015, 11:00 PM

I still want the grille badge in orange too.

tysamigo

08/30/2015, 12:44 AM

You need to reach jasonm621. I haven't talked to him in about a year... he's a completely awesome dude. I'll shoot him an email or call him if you have no luck reaching him.

CatFish

09/04/2015, 09:07 PM

I tried contacting him a couple of times and got no response, I sent a PM and posted here on page 4, he when silent shortly after my last question to him. I did get the tire cover knobs from him at a meet a couple of years ago and the are nice and still work great the old ones fell apart. I hope he is OK.

CollinNoonz

05/04/2016, 08:45 PM

I recently got two VX logos, proton spare tire screws, and a couple spare tire clips from Jason! Everything was very high quality, I even had the pleasure of meeting Jason as well, he's a great guy so id high recommend getting in touch with him if your interesting in anything that he makes. I attached some images below (hopefully).

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CatFish

05/04/2016, 10:00 PM

Can you tell us how to contact him? If you read the last page or two you will see we have all tried to contact him with no luck.

Mile High VX

05/05/2016, 05:30 AM

From the FB group on April 29, 2016

Since I'm pretty new to the VX community I read on the forums that a guy by the name of Jason Mooney makes VX grill logos and spare tire screws. I was unsure if he still was making these items since nothing had been posted about them on the forums in a long time. I have been talking to Jason for the last couple weeks or so and I was happy to hear he was still making them! I met him the other day as well, he actually lives pretty close to me. I have nothing but kind words to say about Jason, he even made me the square clips I was missing for the spare tire cover as well! So I've anyone is interested in some VX stuff like this just send him an email, he can be reached at tribalflames621@hotmail.com