Hi all, some of you may know that i've been doing some custom mods to my 2 recently. The next on the list was clear toblerones to compliment the crystal clear sidelights in my front bumper.
I know Wolfie used to sell these, not sure if he still does - but thought i'd have a crack myself.
They are in the VERY early stages of being complete but here's a taster of my first attempt, the prototype I call it
There are a few bubbles and imperfections in the finish but now I know what's possible, I can make better moulds and use a slightly different process :th:
Thoughts ?
[Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
they look great mate, i'd assume you'd have to get orange bulbs??? i'd want a set £££££ pm price
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
Thanks matey As mentioned, this is purely a prototype - the finished product will hopefully be flawless
And bang on bud, orange bulbs to replace the standard clear ones - or even the chrome bulbs that flash orange might look better ?
Should be complete over the next few weeks as I do this purely in my spare time but i'll put progress pics up as I go
And bang on bud, orange bulbs to replace the standard clear ones - or even the chrome bulbs that flash orange might look better ?
Should be complete over the next few weeks as I do this purely in my spare time but i'll put progress pics up as I go
Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
Go LED as it's clear until it lights up. Also looks very cool.
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let me know mate i will have a set ....
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they look cool mate is there no end to what you can do lol
im starting my bonnet tomorrow
im gonna do what you did and use fibreglass to build the sides up have you had any cracking at all ????
also what fibreglass did you use was it the really thick coarse stuff
im starting my bonnet tomorrow
im gonna do what you did and use fibreglass to build the sides up have you had any cracking at all ????
also what fibreglass did you use was it the really thick coarse stuff
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
Thanks for the great comments guys, watch this space for progress
Alan, I've had no cracking at all mate, in fact i'm very pleased with how well it's held up I used a layer of fg tissue first as it's very easy to work with, then built up the subsequent layers using the coarse matting. I used about 5 - 6 layers in total and it's extremely strong
Alan, I've had no cracking at all mate, in fact i'm very pleased with how well it's held up I used a layer of fg tissue first as it's very easy to work with, then built up the subsequent layers using the coarse matting. I used about 5 - 6 layers in total and it's extremely strong
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nice 1 mate ill let you know how i get on
i will do the same did you just add the fibreglass to the underside and filler on outer or did you also glass the outer side too
i will do the same did you just add the fibreglass to the underside and filler on outer or did you also glass the outer side too
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
Just glassed the inside matey
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sweet mate thanks for that
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
very nice indeed
i would love some of these...
i would love some of these...
Clear Toblerones
Hi all,
Just registered to your site. I am a member of mr2.ie. Hope all is well with you guys!
The Toblerones really bug me, dying to get rid of them. Was googling and came across this post on your site. When you have these moulds complete, could you please let me know? Id deffo be interested in a set and im sure a lot of the other lads would be too.
Thanks,
Steve.
Just registered to your site. I am a member of mr2.ie. Hope all is well with you guys!
The Toblerones really bug me, dying to get rid of them. Was googling and came across this post on your site. When you have these moulds complete, could you please let me know? Id deffo be interested in a set and im sure a lot of the other lads would be too.
Thanks,
Steve.
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
Cheers bud, and no problem
I've completed the mould now but have been having issues with air bubbles in the finish. I've got a couple of techniques to try and will keep this thread updated as I progress. Should see some good results very soon
I've completed the mould now but have been having issues with air bubbles in the finish. I've got a couple of techniques to try and will keep this thread updated as I progress. Should see some good results very soon
Clear Toblerones
Excellent, ill keep an eye on this thread and as soon as your ready and happy with the finished result, I'll order a couple of sets from ya mate.
Cheers!
Cheers!
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evening, matey, good work there, cant wait to see the final product, orange jus doesnt look right!!! let me know when theyre ready to be purchased!!!
cheers
cheers
Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
When you finish these fancy having a go at the flat American spec type ? they would look good in clear ,ive got a set you can have as a starter
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
BLZ-8027 wrote:When you finish these fancy having a go at the flat American spec type ? they would look good in clear ,ive got a set you can have as a starter
Thanks again guys, i'm almost there now I promise !!!!! And yeah definately mate, if you have a set that you don't mind lending me for moulding purposes then I should be able to do them without any probs
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
BLZ-8027 wrote:When you finish these fancy having a go at the flat American spec type ? they would look good in clear ,ive got a set you can have as a starter
Didn't know they existed . ... would have been looking for them for my Na . .. .
Regarding the Clear Tobes.....they look brilliant !!!!! Mines u/k converted but i would have had my name down for these. IMO everyone who has toblerones should buy a set of these !!!
It goes..Uhn tiss Uhn tiss Uhn tiss
Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Crystal clear toblerones
Can you still make these please
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I'd have a set even with Air bubbles:):)