Hi sorry for the delay. I am actually going to re-make the mold. Since I lost the backing, I cant get it square enough for my liking. I can get them close, but you know how it is. I will throw the current mold on ebay, and see what it fetches, and I have already started the plans for mold #2, and this time it will be an exact grill, both front and back. So basically, I am going to make the next mold an exact replica. I have learned from my mistakes, and this time the mold will have re-inforcements to keep it square. -Jon
Nice to hear you are still determined to make these. If you need money for the project, please put my name on top of the list to buy your convertible "project" car!:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Just had to get that one in Jon! :Brow: Oh yes, my price still stand at $500! You don't have to start it or put it back together! What a deal!ou:
I tell you what George, hold your breath, and I will get back to you. I should have the car done before my newborns 16th B-day. At which time, I will tell him no way are you driving it, do you realize it took me 16 years to put it back togehter????? I am almost at the painting stage..... -Jon
Jon, Any updates on the new mold? Please let us know if you are still planning on making another one.
Yeah, I still plan on doing it, if I can get away from hurricane preparedness long enough to prep the master again..... I do have another grill I just repaired from the mold, if anyone needs any parts made to do the same, I can work something out with ya. I have to admit, its nice being able to pour the parts needed for the repair..... I will get to it soon. -Jon
All I really need is an outer piece located on the bottom of the passenger side. I can send you a pic of the missing piece of mine if it would help.
Yeah, send me the pic. I can give you soemthing to start with...... I have to sand them down sometimes, but its better to have too much material, than not enough. Send the pic to jhecht@tampabay.rr.com. depending on teh size, the cost will be negligible.... -Jon
i would definitley be interested in a grille so when you get one done let me know,my father lives in clearwater so i would have him pick it up!!!...................ed dreeesh@aol.com
The mold is actually on ebay right now, so I cant make any pieces from it. I have actually begun the process to make mold #2. The master grille is ready, and it just needs to be molded against now. This time I wont let ya'll rush me! Just kidding..... This mol dwill be a 2 piece mold, and will be injected instead of poured. This WILL come to fruition. Lots of design went into this one. I will update you as I progress.. Thanks, -Jon
Cool, I would love to see some use come out of it. I posted it here, but noone seemed interested in it, so it went on ebay. -Jon
Hi,I was curious to what your mold is made out of and what material is the grille made out of let me know Thanks!!!
Hey didn't you just buy some hood scoops from me? :laugh: the mold is made out of rubber, and I was pouring a resin material in them, but I think I am going to use a composite plastic this time. Got a couple things to look in to. This is a lot of work making this mold, and I made an injection sytem for it also. -Jon
Wow ! There Is Hope !! You Rule !gs Grille Looks.. AWESOME !! I HAVE HAD MY '71 GS STAGE 1 CONVERTIBLE FOR 9 YEARS NOW ,,COLLECTING PARTS WHEN AND WHERE I CAN,,AND NOW THAT MY CAR HAS FINALLY GONE INTO THE SHOP FOR COMPLETE ,BODY OFF ,RESTORATION THE ONLY TWO THINGS I AM STILL IN NEED OF ARE ,,,1 IN DASH TACHOMETER (I personally don't care for the hood tach on a ragtop ,just preference) and THE GRILLE !!! NOW I HAVE HOPE !! PLEASE LET ME KNOW AS SOON AS THEY ARE READY ,,I'LL WANT 2 !! (Hey ,the way i drive ,i may need another one day !) it looks like you've really done your homework on the grille ,and thanks for giving guys like me some hope ! BUICK GS (GO SMART !) #1.........................THANKS ,,,CRUISIN' LOU
Hey Lou,It was nice to meet and talk to you at Carlisle. Yes,there is hope for the '71 GS's and thank God someone is going to make the grilles sometime soon. Take care and good luck! :TU:
I lov ethe enthusiasm! I sprayed the master with epoxy primer last night, so its ready. All I have left to do now is soem prep work for the pour. If this turns out as expected, you will see 68 and 69 GS grilles following. I do have an extra 71 GS grille currently if anyone is interested. Its on ebay right now, but I will end it for what it closed at before. It ended at $677 plus ship. It has been repaired, but very respectable grille. The guy got mad cause I wouldn't accept a credit card. He is still sending me emails stating how much of a loser I am..... He needs a hobby! :rant: Let me know... -Jon
you rule ,bro !...how do i join your fine organization ?? I want (and need) to stay in the loop,make sure i get these parts before i miss the boat again.....appreciate the numbers you gave me ,as well......Cruisin' Lou
just checkin' in,see how the grille's comin' HEY ,,,HOW ARE YOU ...? JUST SAYIN' HELLO ,,,SEEING HOW THE GRILLE'S ARE COMING.(the grilles are coming !the grilles are coming !!).....Just wanted to check in,,let you know I am ,and will be ,interested whenever you have it..........Thanks ,,,Cruisin'Lou
