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Mechie3
03-19-2014, 10:57 AM
Hello Again Everyone,

Got some quotes back for my upper radiator supports. If there's enough interest I'll have these made up and available for sale. Lead times are likely ~2wks (the laser CNC shop has been on the ball delivering parts for me)


What:
Upper radiator support made from aluminum. Factory rubber radiator support fits snugly into the bracket for perfect fitment with your radiator.

Why:
FFR's setup reuses the stock stamped steel supports cut in half and rotated 180deg. It's functional, but doesn't look too pretty. If you need to raise your radiator to clear the steering rack bellows the top of the radiator is no longer planar to the mounting surface on the front subframe. The steel pieces don't work as well if the radiator is much higher that the frame.

Cost:
$38*.

Includes
2 laser cut aluminum brackets
2 machined aluminum standoffs
2 stainless steel bolts (fits FFR supplied rivnuts)

*Side Note:
Customers will need to measure actual height from top of radiator to top of subframe. Actual length needed will be supplied to ensure proper fitment. If I find the average length standoff required is much shorter than what I anticipate (~1" total), cost will decrease ~$5.

Pictures:
Prototype uses flat head screws, final version uses button head screws

Prototype (ignore non related air fitting):
http://i.imgur.com/fo7Zepg.jpg?1

Installed:
http://i.imgur.com/ClyuGzA.jpg?1

metros
03-19-2014, 11:53 AM
Sign me up for a set. Also still need to pick up the overflow bracket from you.

Plans to make a nice looking alternator bracket?

FFRSpec72
03-19-2014, 12:22 PM
Same here, will take a set

wleehendrick
03-19-2014, 12:27 PM
Hi Craig,

I've already put the time into cutting and painting the OEM brackets. I went to fit the radiator and front support and found I need some spacers. Over the next few days I'll get it fit. If I'm not happy with how the stock solution bolts up, I'll let you know and spring for these.

Thanks,

Lee

Mechie3
03-19-2014, 12:32 PM
Sign me up for a set. Also still need to pick up the overflow bracket from you.

Plans to make a nice looking alternator bracket?

No plans for the alternator right now. My design isn't fully tested (it works, but no miles on it aside from idling) and the cost was high. When I had it quoted I think my cost for the assembly was ~$150. Not sure I'd sell many at that rate. Mike Everson does have a different style bracket for much less than that.

Santiago
03-19-2014, 12:54 PM
Likely take a set when the time comes. These are simple and elegant.

Mechie3
03-19-2014, 01:48 PM
Got the parts on order with the shop. I'll update when they arrive.

JeromeS13
03-19-2014, 10:27 PM
Yes. I'll take a set.

sponaugle
03-19-2014, 10:40 PM
I'll take a set as well.

DruOdil
03-19-2014, 11:16 PM
Craig, I am always in when your doing it.
Dru