bfg Posted March 7, 2014 Author Share Posted March 7, 2014 (edited) I've started working on other emblems. The hatch vents aren't that exciting so I've moved on to the emblems I don't have. (which is most of them minus some poor condition roof emblems) Here are a couple pics of the new molds I'm making for the FairladyZ" emblem and the Roof pillar emblem: Also, If anyone has dimensions for pin locations on the back of the fairlady emblem it would be very much appreciated. Edited March 7, 2014 by bfg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m1ghtymaxXx Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 The emblems look great! Any plans to sell some? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfg Posted March 13, 2014 Author Share Posted March 13, 2014 At the moment I would like to make plans for selling some. I've been thinking I could sell finished versions as well as "clean up your own" versions for bit cheaper. I'll keep updating as I figure out the plan more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m1ghtymaxXx Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 I'd be happy with the "clean up your own" route, unless you'd be able to offer finishes I wouldn't be able to produce myself, like chrome. The Fairlady badge is mighty enticing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BitchinZ Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I want two FairladyZ emblems without pins when theyre ready Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I have a pair of NOS Fairlady badges, let me know how you'd like the pin's measured - shoot me an email; palermodavid13@gmail.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfg Posted March 15, 2014 Author Share Posted March 15, 2014 Heres the pillar emblem. I think I'm going to grind away the "Z" and make a new one. I'm not quite happy with how it came out. the rest of the emblem should work fine. I appreciate all the interest. I'll keep you updated as things start picking up. I'm hoping to start casting within the next 2 or 3 weeks (hopefully) The weather's been quite a roller coaster over here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m1ghtymaxXx Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 Are the plastic prints not adequate to use for badges? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfg Posted March 17, 2014 Author Share Posted March 17, 2014 They're very brittle. I've never tested them in outdoor conditions but I don't think the 3D printed material is intended for any use like that. Even if it was I wouldn't be able to print more than the one I have now. The company I work for only does printing for projects within the company. I couldn't go to them and say "I want 20 of these". These two badges were under the table essentially. However, there is opportunity to make a rubber mold and cast them in a more durable plastic. I'd have to do some research but it would be possible get them in plastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfg Posted March 17, 2014 Author Share Posted March 17, 2014 (edited) Heres an example: I had my original hood release knob cast into a mold. The knob you see on the left is a reproduction in a very durable black plastic. the aluminum one on the right is a casting I made of the one on the left. Edit: Just talked to the casting guy at my work. He's going to talk to a vender about which plastic was used. He also mentioned I might get a better price if I were to send it out to get casted. I like the idea of plastic emblems. They would be lighter but still retain the original look. Edited March 17, 2014 by bfg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfg Posted March 28, 2014 Author Share Posted March 28, 2014 Heres the first attempt. I'm very happy with how it came out. I didn't spend too much time cleaning it up so it could use some more sanding and buffing. I'll be ordering more casting sand soon so i can do a few more tries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted March 28, 2014 Share Posted March 28, 2014 Assuming the Fairlady emblem pictures & measurements I sent you were helpful? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfg Posted March 29, 2014 Author Share Posted March 29, 2014 Yep! I wanted the measurements mostly for pin location. I already had the mold made before I got them so this emblem is a little bit oversized but the pins will be mounted later. Thanks again for those images. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Happy to be of service! Yep! I wanted the measurements mostly for pin location. I already had the mold made before I got them so this emblem is a little bit oversized but the pins will be mounted later. Thanks again for those images. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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