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Vintage Windmills · 01-19-2013, 01:30 PM

This would be for 3/4 tons big hub Dana 44 only at this point and blue in color. I'm thinking about making several sets. Please post responses in this thread and not via PM.

Price depends on how many are ordered so i'm trying to figure out what the interest level would be. Expect pricing to be more than $175 a pair. These won't be the cheapest way to get a dial, but they will be much more durable and a way to get a blue dial without painting. These will be made from 6061 aluminum so will not be prone to the cracking issue around the drive pin that the original plastic units are.

I modeled these up on the computer to match dimensions exactly with a NOS unit. I am ready to get machine shop and anodizing quotes, just need to know what type of quantities for the quote and if there's enough interest to pursue further.

You could make and apply an original style label or paint the arrow I'm having recessed into the tab.

**DeadheadNM** · 01-19-2013, 01:38 PM

Jud - I'd be interested if the color is a good match. Would powdercoating the face achieve that color better vs. anodizing? Also, what about etching/engraving "SPICER" so as to forgo the sticker (just a thought)? May look funky though I don't know....

Vintage Windmills · 01-19-2013, 01:59 PM

Pete,

I will photograph some blue anodizing. It looks nice and I don't think it would be significantly different unless you held it side by side with a NOS unit. Powdercoating may be an option but I'd have to dimensionally change the part to account for the thickness of that.

May be able to machine in the word Spicer but that would add cost and you'd have to detail paint it for it to standout. I'll see if they'll quote it both ways. Here is a mockup that would show unpainted and painted lettering:

Littletony · 01-19-2013, 02:15 PM

Jud I would like a set.

**DeadheadNM** · 01-19-2013, 02:39 PM

Thanks Jud - keep us posted. It would be fun to have a 3D printer to make pieces such as this...

Vintage Windmills · 01-20-2013, 10:41 AM

ttt

ryanroo · 01-20-2013, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Thanks Jud - keep us posted. It would be fun to have a 3D printer to make pieces such as this...

a guy i work with built his own! its slower than molasses in winter (here, not there)

the idea is cool as heck. i dont have a truck for them right now, but if i did i would be interested!

Ryan

**D.PASSMORE** · 01-21-2013, 09:23 AM

Count me in...

**DeadheadNM** · 01-21-2013, 09:42 AM

Re-subscribed!

**72k5zl1** · 05-12-2013, 01:49 PM

any luck yet?

Vintage Windmills · 05-12-2013, 02:33 PM

Yep, I just reviewed the quote and figured it all out.

If we can find owners for 9 sets, I can get the price down to $190 each per set or approximately $210 each anodized. Otherwise, the price is quite a bit higher per set since there is a one time programming and setup charge.

Jud

**D.PASSMORE** · 05-13-2013, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by D.PASSMORE

Count me in...

still in! How about some 1/2 ton dials too...

**Ol Blue K20** · 05-13-2013, 07:56 PM

I'm interested

Vintage Windmills · 06-04-2013, 10:38 AM

Tell your friends about these, so far there is not enough interest to go forward. We'll need a few more people to make the cost affordable.

mo · 06-04-2013, 12:37 PM

1/2 ton comes up and I'm in...
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Littletony · 06-27-2014, 08:12 AM

Jud did you ever move forward with this? I am finally starting on my truck and would like a set of these.

Vintage Windmills · 06-27-2014, 10:27 AM

Hi Tony, I still need to get more guys to indicate they will buy. Then if I can get 10 to commit with a nominal down payment, I will get a batch made. The more people we get, the better the price.

Hope to see pics of the truck, are you doing a build thread?
Jud

Daddy'O · 06-27-2014, 10:53 AM

Interested! Count me in.

Littletony · 06-27-2014, 11:04 AM

Jud just let me know what the down payment will be. I will send it off to you so we can keep the ball rolling.

I will send you a pm about the truck to keep this thread clean.

1972K20 · 02-02-2016, 12:45 AM

Did this ever happen?

**Ol Blue K20** · 02-02-2016, 12:59 AM

Not yet but I'm still hopeful it does

72 Copper C-10 · 02-02-2016, 01:08 AM

I Know this is an old thread, but I think it would be very neat and interesting to get them 3-D printed. I do have access to a professional grade printer... Good idea!

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Thanks Jud - keep us posted. It would be fun to have a 3D printer to make pieces such as this...

BigBlockNuts · 02-02-2016, 06:13 AM

I have a pair of pretty clean used hubs and blue dials plus springs $165 shipped

doo142 · 02-02-2016, 09:06 AM

I don't want to step on toes here but gmcgrim is offering these in the 4x4 section.

**Ol Blue K20** · 02-02-2016, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doo142

I don't want to step on toes here but gmcgrim is offering these in the 4x4 section.

I haven't seen them in the classified section. Which 4x4 forum, I'm interested

01-19-2013, 01:30 PM	#1
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials This would be for 3/4 tons big hub Dana 44 only at this point and blue in color. I'm thinking about making several sets. Please post responses in this thread and not via PM. Price depends on how many are ordered so i'm trying to figure out what the interest level would be. Expect pricing to be more than $175 a pair. These won't be the cheapest way to get a dial, but they will be much more durable and a way to get a blue dial without painting. These will be made from 6061 aluminum so will not be prone to the cracking issue around the drive pin that the original plastic units are. I modeled these up on the computer to match dimensions exactly with a NOS unit. I am ready to get machine shop and anodizing quotes, just need to know what type of quantities for the quote and if there's enough interest to pursue further. You could make and apply an original style label or paint the arrow I'm having recessed into the tab. Attached Images __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

01-19-2013, 01:38 PM	#2
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,311	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Jud - I'd be interested if the color is a good match. Would powdercoating the face achieve that color better vs. anodizing? Also, what about etching/engraving "SPICER" so as to forgo the sticker (just a thought)? May look funky though I don't know.... __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

01-19-2013, 01:59 PM	#3
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Pete, I will photograph some blue anodizing. It looks nice and I don't think it would be significantly different unless you held it side by side with a NOS unit. Powdercoating may be an option but I'd have to dimensionally change the part to account for the thickness of that. May be able to machine in the word Spicer but that would add cost and you'd have to detail paint it for it to standout. I'll see if they'll quote it both ways. Here is a mockup that would show unpainted and painted lettering: Attached Images __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

01-19-2013, 02:15 PM	#4
Littletony Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Jacksonville, NC Posts: 596	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Jud I would like a set. __________________ "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they've made a difference. The Marines don't have that problem." President Ronald Reagan,1985 "The Marines I have seen around the world have the cleanest bodies, the filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank God for the United States Marine Corps!" ..............Eleanor Roosevelt, 1945

01-19-2013, 02:39 PM	#5
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,311	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Thanks Jud - keep us posted. It would be fun to have a 3D printer to make pieces such as this... __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

01-20-2013, 10:41 AM	#6
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials ttt __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

01-21-2013, 09:23 AM	#8
D.PASSMORE One of the First Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: St. Augustine,FL. Posts: 4,049	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Count me in... __________________ DAVID PASSMORE ST AUGUSTINE ,FL ZIP 32084 '71 SWB K/10 CUSTOM DELUXE (Chili) '72 BLAZER K/5 Muscle Truck (Mule) '72 LWB K/20 CHEYENNE (Blackie)

01-21-2013, 09:42 AM	#9
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,311	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Re-subscribed! __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

05-12-2013, 01:49 PM	#10
72k5zl1 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: bennington, vt Posts: 1,609	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials any luck yet? __________________ my build threads, 68 pro touring, auto cross c10 (mid life crisis) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=464109 website http://www.sauersgarage.com/

05-12-2013, 02:33 PM	#11
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Yep, I just reviewed the quote and figured it all out. If we can find owners for 9 sets, I can get the price down to $190 each per set or approximately $210 each anodized. Otherwise, the price is quite a bit higher per set since there is a one time programming and setup charge. Jud __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

05-13-2013, 07:56 PM	#13
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,871	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials I'm interested __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

06-04-2013, 10:38 AM	#14
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Tell your friends about these, so far there is not enough interest to go forward. We'll need a few more people to make the cost affordable. __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

06-04-2013, 12:37 PM	#15
mo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: santa barbara, ca Posts: 829	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials 1/2 ton comes up and I'm in... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 Cheyenne super swb 4x4 68 CST swb anniversary gold 67 custom swb 4x4

06-27-2014, 08:12 AM	#16
Littletony Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Jacksonville, NC Posts: 596	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Jud did you ever move forward with this? I am finally starting on my truck and would like a set of these. __________________ "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they've made a difference. The Marines don't have that problem." President Ronald Reagan,1985 "The Marines I have seen around the world have the cleanest bodies, the filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank God for the United States Marine Corps!" ..............Eleanor Roosevelt, 1945

06-27-2014, 10:27 AM	#17
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Hi Tony, I still need to get more guys to indicate they will buy. Then if I can get 10 to commit with a nominal down payment, I will get a batch made. The more people we get, the better the price. Hope to see pics of the truck, are you doing a build thread? Jud __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6 Last edited by Vintage Windmills; 06-27-2014 at 10:39 AM.



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06-27-2014, 10:53 AM	#18
Daddy'O Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Whitesboro, Texas Posts: 932	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Interested! Count me in. __________________ Cheers - Wayne Our Shop Build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=620966 '55 Wagon Build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=689157 1971 Cheyenne Super Ochre/White LWB 350 Auto - my son's truck "Nancy" 1972 GMC K2500 Custom 4X4 Olive LWB 400 SB 4-speed -"Greenie" - Restoration to begin after the '55 Nothing sucks more than that moment during an argument when you realize you're wrong.

06-27-2014, 11:04 AM	#19
Littletony Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Jacksonville, NC Posts: 596	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Jud just let me know what the down payment will be. I will send it off to you so we can keep the ball rolling. I will send you a pm about the truck to keep this thread clean. __________________ "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they've made a difference. The Marines don't have that problem." President Ronald Reagan,1985 "The Marines I have seen around the world have the cleanest bodies, the filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank God for the United States Marine Corps!" ..............Eleanor Roosevelt, 1945

02-02-2016, 12:45 AM	#20
1972K20 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Alabama Posts: 739	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Did this ever happen?

02-02-2016, 12:59 AM	#21
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,871	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials Not yet but I'm still hopeful it does __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

02-02-2016, 06:13 AM	#23
BigBlockNuts Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fullerton CA Posts: 1,176	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials I have a pair of pretty clean used hubs and blue dials plus springs $165 shipped

02-02-2016, 09:06 AM	#24
doo142 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bristol,In. Posts: 1,115	Re: Gauging Interest- Aluminum Spicer Lockout Dials I don't want to step on toes here but gmcgrim is offering these in the 4x4 section.

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