Convertible 69 Project...(no name)

[214Chevy]

In continuing with my custom grill design, I had a few setbacks with having it 3D printed for test fitting. I was trying to save money and be cost effective by doing it out of foam at first, but that didn't work. They could never get the foam thick enough. So, I went ahead and opted for the 3D printed version. Here is the initial design. Still working on the mesh part. I'm pretty much locked in on the hex shapes. But the most important part are the dimensions and fit before sending the file to EVOD for CNC'ing. The mesh design can always be changed. Per Shaun at EVOD, the overall CNC cost will be significantly cheaper if the grill is made in two-halves and will bolt together in the center. Two billet blocks will be cheaper than one huge block to make the grill a one piece. Also, I picked up a NOS Caprice license plate holder from Ebay after Stielow posted it in his thread. I really needed this as I have the Ring Brothers battery charging ports where the fuel filler used to be. I had already been worried about how I'd charge the battery when the connections are in and the pressure from the Camaro license plate holder would be applied to them. The "flip down and stay" option of the Caprice plate frame holder was right on time.

[dhutton]

I’m a hack but I’d run it with the plastic printed grille…

Don

[214Chevy]

Originally Posted by dhutton

I’m a hack but I’d run it with the plastic printed grille…

Don

You might be on to something there Don. It's something I might need to reconsider.

[Cheveezy]

Originally Posted by dhutton

I’m a hack but I’d run it with the plastic printed grille…

Don

😁 especially for what you'd pay for that billet version 😬, looks great though!

[WSSix]

It came out great even if it's just a test fit piece. Great work, Marcus.

[TechNova]

Originally Posted by 214Chevy

You might be on to something there Don. It's something I might need to reconsider.

could they 3D print it in one piece to get rid of the odd shaped hexes in the middle of the grille? I like the details of the hexes.

[Che70velle]

I can’t wait for the internet to see updates of this car!!!! Sick!! Coming soon…

[dmc69]

Any updates? Such a nice project.. can’t wait to see updates on this one!

[214Chevy]

Originally Posted by dmc69

Any updates? Such a nice project.. can’t wait to see updates on this one!

Thanks for asking. Well, I'm at the stage of beginning to do the interior. So, let me go back some months to Hurricane Helene, I think it was. Whichever one tore up Florida real good towards the end of summer to the latter part of last year. I ordered the material for my convertible top and the factory that makes it is in Florida. So, that put the production of it and me receiving it several months behind. I'm using real glass in the back as an option instead of the plastic. Fast forward to today...I finally received it near the end of 2024, but Christmas and property taxes took priority. I've gotten that out of the way and now I'm just waiting on the shop to get me in to do my top and carpet. Will update with pics when something gets done.

[AB69Z]

Who’s the supplier for the top