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Old 05-26-2014, 07:10 PM   #101
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

I sold the faceplate but I will let you all know when I have more for sale
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Old 05-29-2014, 08:51 PM   #102
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

Got my faceplate and it is super nice! Let me know when you have the vents ready

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Old 06-01-2014, 11:00 PM   #103
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

started on the center vent today. we will see how it turned out next weekend.

also i have a couple more face plates if anybody needs them.

thank you all for the kind words about my work i really do appreciate it
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Old 06-02-2014, 06:39 PM   #104
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

are there any seconds?? or are they the $150 ones??
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Old 06-02-2014, 07:16 PM   #105
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

No 2nds . I guess that means I'm getting better at making these.
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Old 06-04-2014, 08:39 AM   #106
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

i have one more face plate left for sale. until i make more.

also i have a set of vent ball housings . one is a 2nd so i will sell the set for $15 with free shipping.
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Old 06-04-2014, 06:08 PM   #107
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Old 06-08-2014, 12:23 AM   #108
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

the center vent turned out great.




now i need to make 12 sets of vents send them off to get chromed thats a 5 week turn around and then i can sell the complete assembly.
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Old 06-08-2014, 02:02 AM   #109
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

I'm ready for a complete assembly once you have them. Are you planning to make any sort on plenum with a duct connection for the back side? I would want one as my application is custom, not using the factory AC system.
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Old 06-08-2014, 02:34 AM   #110
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

After the first wave of complete units. my intention is to replicate the ductwork behind the vent inside the dash.
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Old 06-08-2014, 09:54 AM   #111
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corvettejim1968, these things are works of art. You are doing a great job and I sincerely hope you make a lot of money filling this void in the 60-66 Chevy truck market.
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Old 06-08-2014, 11:22 AM   #112
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

i had no intention of selling the vents raw (not chromed) but if for some reason you wanted them i can sell them at $25 each. or you can wait a couple months for the chromed ones at $50 each.

some seller on ebay said he is spending $75 per vent to have them stripped and rechromed. that sounds like alot to me.
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Old 06-08-2014, 03:35 PM   #113
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so nice!!!
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Old 06-08-2014, 08:32 PM   #114
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

I am in for two ball vents and the center vent as soon as ready
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Old 06-08-2014, 09:42 PM   #115
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

i ordered a set of these vents this morning. when the come in i will cut out the center and add in our "correct" truck vent ball center and then cast that part and offer 2 1/2in vent balls for the sides of the dash for that custom but yet look like it came factory look. this is what im doing to my truck someday.
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Old 06-08-2014, 10:10 PM   #116
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looks like things are moving rite along just wonted to let you know im looking forward to receiving my complete unit DOUG
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Old 06-09-2014, 11:51 AM   #117
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After the first wave of complete units. my intention is to replicate the ductwork behind the vent inside the dash.
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If you need an original duct to use as a pattern to make your new one, PM me.
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Old 06-09-2014, 02:22 PM   #118
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

thank you for the offer. i do have one. this might take some time because its big and im not sure i can even make one yet. the small parts are not so bad.

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Old 06-10-2014, 05:10 PM   #119
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

Just found this thread. Your work is top notch. Seems like a fair investment and the parts look good. Maybe some day I can get a complete set up from you.
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Old 06-10-2014, 11:43 PM   #120
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Nice work! I'll definitely be watching the progress on these!
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

I'm sending off 4 round ball vents and one center vent to be chromed. I was told resin casted parts are harder to Chrome because of the mold release. so I had to soak them in purple power and then spray them off with carburetor cleaner. the chrome guy told me after that then I need to do a test with scotch tape to see how well it sticks. all is good on my end let's see how they turn out. unfortunately it's a five week turnaround but when I get them back I will have one complete ready to sell. after this first test I will make a whole bunch more so everybody gets one I have 11 people on my list so far let me know if you want a complete assembly and I will put you on the list.
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Old 06-11-2014, 11:43 PM   #122
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I kind of like having the corner broken off...adds some style and patina points.

I had to do a double take on the dash as it looks like mine





Anyone know what the knob in the bottom center is for? I have the same one but no wires were hooked up to it when I got the truck.
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Old 06-13-2014, 01:03 AM   #123
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Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent

working on the smaller vent ball conversion now. the small one is 2 1/4 in tall. it will fit fine on the sides of our dash for the 64-66.



cut out and sanded smooth.

inserted the center piece from one of my casted parts.

compair the original to the new smaller side vent.

next i will cast the new part and send it out for chroming and it will look like a factory 64-66 truck vent but for the side of the dash.
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That smaller vent looks good.

I did a little online research on resin casting, just a question for you, what material are you using for the parts and for making the molds?
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That smaller vent looks good.

I did a little online research on resin casting, just a question for you, what material are you using for the parts and for making the molds?
to make the part its a 2 part resin. i dont know the brand

and the silicone is a 2 part also.
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