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RichSS2006 · 01-31-2016, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by chevy 3

That came out great Rich. Very clean looking.

Thanks, Hope to see you soon!

FunkedOut · 02-01-2016, 03:07 AM

thanks for the info.

clarkkent · 02-01-2016, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by RichSS2006

I actually need to tweek the location of the various holes. I have to draw it up in my CAD system and let him program and cut a test piece. He's always busy restoring his 1st Gen and building dirt track engines, so I doubt it would happen.

I'm also considering using small plastic threaded knobs and well nuts to mount the rain tray.

I would be interested as well if it does get made. Group buy? lol

BTW I think the part # for your hood insulation should be 23152819

RichSS2006 · 02-01-2016, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by clarkkent

I would be interested as well if it does get made. Group buy? lol

BTW I think the part # for your hood insulation should be 23152819

Thanks, you're right. Duly noted and revised. Fat fingers...

jacksaigon · 02-09-2016, 06:13 AM

Found your post finally

. Wicked creation!
Time consuming? Yeah! It's well worth it for your personal tast and impressive touch. Congrat Rich!

RichSS2006 · 02-09-2016, 06:50 AM

Thanks. I added these to make it easier to remove.

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gmooney72 · 02-09-2016, 12:36 PM

Hi Rich, If you decide to make more of the trays to hold the extractor and dip tray, I will gladly buy one from you

olblue75 · 02-09-2016, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by gmooney72

Hi Rich, If you decide to make more of the trays to hold the extractor and dip tray, I will gladly buy one from you

I'd buy an redo mine!!!! Sick engineering there.

olblue75 · 02-09-2016, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by RichSS2006

Thanks. I added these to make it easier to remove.

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Are these something that can be picked up from Lowes/Home Depot or Autozone???

RichSS2006 · 02-09-2016, 06:26 PM

I picked up the knobs from Lowe's. They are 5/16-18 thread. Found the plastic inserts in a local hardware store. Same thread. They are intended for furniture legs so that you can install feet or casters. On my mounting plate I had to open up (drill) the 6 holes larger. I then heated the area around he hole and pushed them in. The ribs on the plastic insert deform slightly and take a set once cooled. This insures they won't rattle out and fall. I originally used plastic push pins. But proved harder to insert when reinstalling the tray.

Synner · 02-09-2016, 06:55 PM

You should really use a rivnut for that application. Those plastic ones aren't designed for applications with vibration and will eventually fall out.

RichSS2006 · 02-09-2016, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Synner

You should really use a rivnut for that application. Those plastic ones aren't designed for applications with vibration and will eventually fall out.

Maybe. But I can tell you they were hard to insert. The heat helped the ribs distort enough that they created an undercut on the topside. I really think they are secure. But yes rivnuts would be the ultimate. I'll let everyone know if they fall out.

MCSarge · 02-15-2016, 04:54 PM

Can you make a tracing of your sheet metal template and mail it to me?... really want to use this method when I install my extractor next week. I can pm you my address.

UNDRFTD · 02-19-2016, 05:14 PM

Thats Dope!

I have a '15 1LE Hood just sitting in the Garage if anyone wants it.

02-09-2016, 06:50 AM	#20
RichSS2006 Drives: 2010 2SSRS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: South Carolina Posts: 506 View My Garage	Thanks. I added these to make it easier to remove. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ No longer stock, but oooh so much more fun!

02-09-2016, 12:36 PM	#21
gmooney72 Drives: 2014 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Bronx New York Posts: 50 View My Garage	Heat extractor holding Tray Hi Rich, If you decide to make more of the trays to hold the extractor and dip tray, I will gladly buy one from you

02-09-2016, 06:26 PM	#24
RichSS2006 Drives: 2010 2SSRS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: South Carolina Posts: 506 View My Garage	I picked up the knobs from Lowe's. They are 5/16-18 thread. Found the plastic inserts in a local hardware store. Same thread. They are intended for furniture legs so that you can install feet or casters. On my mounting plate I had to open up (drill) the 6 holes larger. I then heated the area around he hole and pushed them in. The ribs on the plastic insert deform slightly and take a set once cooled. This insures they won't rattle out and fall. I originally used plastic push pins. But proved harder to insert when reinstalling the tray. __________________ No longer stock, but oooh so much more fun!

02-15-2016, 04:54 PM	#27
MCSarge USMC 1980-1990 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: MI Posts: 478	Can you make a tracing of your sheet metal template and mail it to me?... really want to use this method when I install my extractor next week. I can pm you my address. __________________ USMC 1980-1990 My other toys are Harleys

02-01-2016, 03:07 AM	#16
FunkedOut Drives: Black 2010 SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: FL Posts: 447 View My Garage	thanks for the info.

02-09-2016, 06:13 AM	#19
jacksaigon Drives: Black Camaro Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 150	Found your post finally . Wicked creation! Time consuming? Yeah! It's well worth it for your personal tast and impressive touch. Congrat Rich!

02-09-2016, 06:55 PM	#25
Synner Drives: cars Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oversneeze Posts: 4,542	You should really use a rivnut for that application. Those plastic ones aren't designed for applications with vibration and will eventually fall out.

02-19-2016, 05:14 PM	#28
UNDRFTD Banned Drives: Deep Matte Black 2015 2SS1LE Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 197 View My Garage	Thats Dope! I have a '15 1LE Hood just sitting in the Garage if anyone wants it.