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A couple weeks ago I decided to finally step things up and create a hood vent for the GT500. I always felt like the car could use a little more aggression, and this is one of the points I will hit. The idea here is to create something that is not just a re-pop of the OEM piece. Something with factory fitment, jaw dropping aesthetics, and racecar functionality. Good to go on a stock GT500 or raced out monster. A phone call to my buddy Curtis at Archetype Racing helped to set things in motion, and will compliment their forthcoming aero.
Phase 1 of the GT500 hood vent project is finished. 3D scans of the OEM piece have been completed and we are now into the design phase. This next week will hopefully get us through design changes and preparing to create an actual mold. The learning process here will be cool too, as this is the first time I have brought a carbon component to market.
I will be exploring several different carbon fiber options to offer and really make something unique. I can tell you now that a Lamborghini Performante style forged carbon is at the top of my list. Cost will come later after we figure out the actual design changes, materials used and, production cost. I am not in this to gouge people though, just want to build awesome parts for me and my buddies. Fingers crossed I am shooting to have an actual piece on my car for testing by November. Ideally with finished production pieces going out before Thanksgiving if everything works out.
Check out some of the 3D scans and let me know what type of design elements you would want to see.
Phase 1 of the GT500 hood vent project is finished. 3D scans of the OEM piece have been completed and we are now into the design phase. This next week will hopefully get us through design changes and preparing to create an actual mold. The learning process here will be cool too, as this is the first time I have brought a carbon component to market.
I will be exploring several different carbon fiber options to offer and really make something unique. I can tell you now that a Lamborghini Performante style forged carbon is at the top of my list. Cost will come later after we figure out the actual design changes, materials used and, production cost. I am not in this to gouge people though, just want to build awesome parts for me and my buddies. Fingers crossed I am shooting to have an actual piece on my car for testing by November. Ideally with finished production pieces going out before Thanksgiving if everything works out.
Check out some of the 3D scans and let me know what type of design elements you would want to see.
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