CarbonFiberOne hood?

[WormGod]

I just spoke with John about the hood that they prototyped. After we spoke about the problems with the one I tried out, they still wish to continue with the project. Problem is, they have to send it from CA to MD every time they want a test fit. Is anyone closer to them that is willing to aid in the project? They are quite close to having it fleshed out, but the delay in the shipping is just not economical. The address is lised on the site linked below.

Carbon Fiber One

[mbeach]

What method did they use that requires repeated test fits?

I've seen their work, and it strikes me as odd that they can't get it right the first time.

BTW, thanks for taking the lead on this, a CF hood is definately something for the Christmas list.

[kpaske]

I'll be moving to the San Diego area at the end of the year. Of course, if they want to start shipping it out to Washington instead for the remainder of the year, I'm game.

[WormGod]

Well, I guess, since working on a mod for a Civic or a WRX is simple enough because there is one on every street corner, having a VX is just not the turn of the litter as rare as we are. Simply put, we have nicer curves and more style than these cars, and getting the EXACT fitment requires a few tries before the mold and measurements are perfect. The hood they sent me was damned close, but off just a bit in more than a few areas. If they had a VX available, this tweaking could probably be resolved faster than dealing with a "virtual" car and not having to communicate from 3,000 miles away from the guy who is test fitting. Easier to see what needs tweaking when you see it woth your own eyes as well. The one I tried wasnt too bad, but the modifications I had to make to my truck to get it to at least close, like shimming, werent exactly acceptable. They are very close and trust me, it looked damned good on the VX with the C/F scoop. I would hate to see this one of a kind opportunity go unfinished.

[MZ-N10]

i would be willing to go...but i live in norcal so i can get a trip in maybe in a few weeks......

[Wulfgott]

I live in Victorville, but work in Brea California. Not too far from Disneyland. So if they are in So-cal it is a real short trip considering where I am at everyday. How long would they need it?

If they need a VX to test fit the hood for you guys, I am not against having mine be the guinea pig if it will save you some time. I just have not been checking the boards that much lately (trying to get caught up with everything else in life, and hoping the stuff I do makes the company I work for more profitable. Direct E-mails to me work best if you need help.


Wulfgott
Black 2001 VX