Morning all,
This is my first post by way of an introduction. For the last 8 years or so, I have been making a growing range of clear(and red) lenses most of which are unavailable elsewhere...
These are for the Porsche 924 and early 944s
The reason for my post is because I have been in conversation with a Norwegian 412 owner who has approached me with regard to making clear front indicators, and I'm currently trying to assess the viability of this project. The above lenses are a similar shape but a bit smaller than the 412's.
I understand that these were originally made for the Italian market and are as rare as hen's teeth.
So my question is - would they be of any interest to owners here?
All feedback would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks,
Richard
Clear 412 front indicators........
Clear 412 front indicators........
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Re: Clear 412 front indicators........
I'd most likely buy a pair.
If you're making them, I think offering red and amber options would be a good idea too, indeed, why not the rear clusters as well, since no-one else is re-manufacturing them at the moment.
I think keeping or obtaining spares is always going to be an issue with the Type 4.
If you're making them, I think offering red and amber options would be a good idea too, indeed, why not the rear clusters as well, since no-one else is re-manufacturing them at the moment.
I think keeping or obtaining spares is always going to be an issue with the Type 4.
73 de Wayne M5WJF
'73 Type 4 412 LS Variant (UK Reg '74)
'73 Type 4 412 LS Variant (UK Reg '74)
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Re: Clear 412 front indicators........
Whilst I personally wouldn't be interested in clear indicators, I agree that having a source for front & rear lenses in original colours would be great, as they can make a surprising change to the look of a car .
David
1974 412LS Variant
1973 412LE 4 door Fastback / Saloon
1974 412LS Variant
1973 412LE 4 door Fastback / Saloon
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Re: Clear 412 front indicators........
I am very interested in a set for my 74 412. Are you up for creating another pair?
Re: Clear 412 front indicators........
I never made them due to a lack of interest, but I'm happy to revisit if there is. If the moulds were made, I could then make the lenses in smoke, red or amber. Amber would need a bit of trialling to achieve the right tint/shade, but easily achievable.
Re: Clear 412 front indicators........
I understood this Norwegian guy needed at least ten people to make the idea of clear lenses viable, and even then the pair of lenses might be £110, he couldn't find the ten people.
Certainly clear lenses would be attractive, although as I'm going down the route of having running lights within these indicators, I might have trouble sourcing amber 21/5W dual element bulbs to suit, although clearly £110 a pair isn't going to attract many, if they were something like £40 or less for a pair, then owners might be more inclined.
All depends on how big the market would be, cheers.
Certainly clear lenses would be attractive, although as I'm going down the route of having running lights within these indicators, I might have trouble sourcing amber 21/5W dual element bulbs to suit, although clearly £110 a pair isn't going to attract many, if they were something like £40 or less for a pair, then owners might be more inclined.
All depends on how big the market would be, cheers.
73 de Wayne M5WJF
'73 Type 4 412 LS Variant (UK Reg '74)
'73 Type 4 412 LS Variant (UK Reg '74)
Re: Clear 412 front indicators........
It was me who was checking this opportunity out, I would be in for 2 sets if anyone else will be interested in joining me. I have a mate who would also buy two sets...