CNC Cam Covers with Extras

[arz]

I know there are a ton of pages to look through but I will try to cover the quick details here in this first post. These are ultra rare and I only have a few of these left, if you wanted a one of a kind look and the ultimate in 7M performance and looks. then you need to get these before they are gone.

THE PRICES:
1. Cam Covers, $695.00 (includes all required fasteners) you will need a donor 7MGTE cam covers to steal the internal baffles from.
2. Coil Pack Relocation Kit (CPRK), $75.00 (includes all required fasteners) this will allow you to install the factory Coil Packs in the Valley between the Billet Cam Covers. (they do not work with the factory Cam Covers)
3. Center Cover $275.00 (requires the installation of the CPRK) these will not work with the factory Cam Covers.
4. AN fittings for all 3 locations $67.00 the to top PCV locations are a -10 port o-ring size and the Crank Case Vent (side vent up front) is a -12 port o-ring. We can supply -8 or -10 AN male fittings for the top (PCV) and -12 or -16 for the side (Crank Case vent).

Please visit our website for more details and to contact us directly.
http://www.ArizonaPerformance.com


Bear with me as I am in the process of updating this page and the website over the next few days. (10-19-08)


Edit: 7-18-07 Here are the pages with the latest photos, I added these to the first post for now, so people don't have to surf 55+ pages of chatter. More Videos and photos will be added soon so check back often.

http://www.supramania.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41974&page=12

http://www.supramania.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41974&page=14

Edit: 7-26-07
Heres the price http://www.supramania.com/forums/showpost.php?p=695958&postcount=180

Edit: 12-04-07
more photos http://www.supramania.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41974&page=33

Edit: 01-02-08
Latest photos http://www.supramania.com/forums/showpost.php?p=871703&postcount=356

Edit: 02-18-08
Latest photos http://www.supramania.com/forums/showpost.php?p=926665&postcount=440

Edit: 02-21-08
http://www.supramania.com/forums/showpost.php?p=930617&postcount=465

Edit: 01-08-10 Installed on customers cars
http://www.supramania.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1438508&postcount=548

Duane's car
http://www.supramania.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1486252&postcount=560

[Idealsupra]

im assuming you mean valve covers?

[pimptrizkit]

i've already relocated my throttle cable and coil packs but I am interested in getting some valve covers with some sort of style to them.

[arz]

Ideal: Yea I will have to get that title edited, I am so used to calling them "Rocker covers" in the old school Nissan world.

I have models for completely CNC'd ones and had been toying with the idea of sheet metal ones too but figured I would ask your guys opinion before I started cutting chips.

If you guys want to chime in and have a photo of something you just love then please shoot me photo.

[GrimJack]

Hells yes! I've been dying to see someone come up with something sexy for this ugly problem for years, and I've had my fingers crossed that it was going to be you ever since I got your CPS cover.

[Justin]

Lets see some designs or something!!!! I just got word I may be getting my FFIM sooner than expected!!

[arz]

I have a lot of details that look like a mess in the model but are not shown here. This Kit is very well thought out in functionality and features. I will release these details when I have REAL valve covers in a few weeks. For now these virtual photos will have to do. Rest assured if I can cover all the details of complete bolt-on racing brakes front and rear, I think you will be surprised at all the things this complete kit does.

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/Valve_covers/7m_rockercover_bottom-00x_resize.jpg

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/Valve_covers/7m_rockercover_top_00x_resize.jpg

Dont worry I didnt forget the crank case breathers, Also notice the Gasket groove. This design retains the factory Valve cover gasket, but ditches those stupid ugly washers for the fasteners. I realize those were for insulation not sealing, dont worry I have it covered.

I have thought of every possible angle with this product. If your curious please ask.

Heres a few to get you started:

What about the Coilpacks? Covered!!! Wait and see on the real covers.

What about Spark plug valley covers? Same answer!

Oh wait what about the Throttle cable? JUST WAIT!!!

Oh what about the internal valve cover baffles? Done!!!

Fasteners? Included!!!

Price? Im working on that, but it will probably be a tiered deal because of all the different options.

I have spent months and months gathering all the parts and modeling every possible detail and having the head measured in a CMM.

Hope you like it, please let me know what you think.

[yannis-supras]

Hmm very interesting!!! Looking forward to see the actual samples as well as how the above tasks are tackled. I'd be definately in depending on pricing also of course!

[pimptrizkit]

I hope I can afford this when you make them!

[empera]

lol the mk3 community (including myself) will be the first to say
"i hope i can afford these"
But yea ARZ from those cads, they look great, cant wait to see the final product.

[Justin]

What is a ballpark price range? 1 months salary? 3 months? ;)

j/p


now for those of us with the tooquik mod, and ffi, are you going to make something to cover it totally?

[arz]

What is a ballpark price range? 1 months salary? 3 months?
That depends on whos salary! JUST KIDDING!!!!

I believe that this mod will be very worth while when all the features are added up.



....and ffi, are you going to make something to cover it totally?You have no IDEA!!! I dont want to toot my own horn, but the whole final product looks so cool. I only show this cad model to prove how much work I have already put into this. The final product will blow you away.

Short answer is YES.

[empera]

the suspense is killin' me softly...;)

[Justin]

YES! I WANT IT I WANT IT!





That depends on whos salary! JUST KIDDING!!!!

I believe that this mod will be very worth while when all the features are added up.


You have no IDEA!!! I dont want to toot my own horn, but the whole final product looks so cool. I only show this cad model to prove how much work I have already put into this. The final product will blow you away.

Short answer is YES.

[jmanbball]

Would it be possible to put something on top. say like lettering or designs.

This is just a suggestion, because I wont be able to afford them for a while.

[turbogate]

I guess I need to put my NA valve cover project on hold:biglaugh: I'm also running the tookwik COP mod. I hope one of the option will be -10an breather fittings. I'm tired of blowing seals.

[arz]

....I hope one of the option will be -10 AN breather fittings. I'm tired of blowing seals.Seriously? If you have the PCV system going to a catch can plumbed to vacuum or the front of the turbo you should be fine. -10 is about .5 inch inside dia which is quite a bit bigger than the factory breathers. Which seals are you blowing? I would suspect you have a blow by issue or you dont have it plumbed to vacuum properly (you could use a check valve if it is after the turbo).

The short answer is: IT WILL have a threaded vent in each cover and be supplied AN ready. It will be your responsability to plumb your PCV but I can supply a tube to fit the bill if necessairy.

Like I said before this kit will have a lot of options, so I will have to break each piece out. Quoting this kit before I have parts in hand will be impossible.

[Fahaka]

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/Valve_covers/7m_rockercover_bottom-00x_resize.jpg

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/Valve_covers/7m_rockercover_top_00x_resize.jpg


That is fuggin sick...can't wait to see the finished product.

[Enraged]

i was thinking of trying to make a set of these on the Haas at school, but since your making them, it wouldn't be worth the time. these look great, can't wait to see an actual part!

[upgradedsupra]

Funny how people are making these now. I have had mine for over a year now. (Just not finished) Design is different than mine though but looks great! I am a machinist and I can tell you that these will be pricy but worth it IMO. Good job!

Duane

[Silvermk2]

Wooh awesome. Would it be possible to get the ribs on the top like the factory covers as an option? Either way unless there are insanely expensive I'm in.

[Poodles]

I thought I was the only one that liked the ribs...

The only issue I'm seeing is that the front is squared off when it needs to fit with the timing cover. I know you'll make sure they fit, but there is no way I'm ditching my timing cover...

Will the throttle cable retain cruise control as well? That's the one big issue I have with going to a FFIM...

[arz]

The timing cover has no interface with the cam covers. Look closely again. You can keep all that same stuff up front with no issues.

All of the throttle cable details havent been worked out yet. I will keep you posted when they are, I will try like hell to keep Criuse Control, I like mine as well.

Upgraded: got any models or photos yet? They wont be too pricey, dont scare everybody away:icon_bigg

I will keep you all posted.

[mk3 bamf]

Have you thought about a valley cover like the 1jz?

[arz]

Its even cooler than the 1JZ

[MDCmotorsports]

...And only if I could get them with MDC Motorsports etched in them....

[Justin]

...And only if I could get them with MDC Motorsports etched in them....


NOPE

They're going to say 7M-GTE on them.... ....RRRRIIIGGHHTTT....? :)

[arz]

They might even say ArizonaPerformance.com in them!!! LOL.

[upgradedsupra]

I am not about to give my design away just yet as I have had them almost 2 years.. :aigo: (I thought it was a little over a year) Man, time goes by so quick! I am picking up a spare head to make sure the fitment on the timing cover side is good where it fits over the cam. Mine would be pricy if I was to make them but if you are ding a GB on them, then it will drop the price of course.

Duane

[Supraboostin]

I am not about to give my design away just yet as I have had them almost 2 years.. :aigo: (I thought it was a little over a year) Man, time goes by so quick! I am picking up a spare head to make sure the fitment on the timing cover side is good where it fits over the cam. Mine would be pricy if I was to make them but if you are ding a GB on them, then it will drop the price of course.

Duane
and who asked for your design?

[upgradedsupra]

and who asked for your design?

Please refrain from making comments if you don't know how to read. (posted below is something you missed)



Upgraded: got any models or photos yet?


Arz: Great job in doing this and I will look for updates. :)

Duane

[arz]

Yea... I didnt mean, send me your .igs or .x_t file, I was just curious if you had any images you wanted to share with us.

I completely understand you wanting to keep it under wraps until its finished.

I hope there was no offence taken.

[supramic]

im not trying to be a pain in the ass but
aaaaaahhhhhh where are the pics of the finish product and how much are they generaly going to be. you got me going crazy with the new idea, in a good way i cant wait

[arz]

Sorry no finished picts yet, but there is so much more detail in the part than that model shows the real parts will blow you away, (when they are finished of course).

[yannis-supras]

Hey arz any updates at all? I'm getting real anxious about this product of yours, especially with all the possible extras that you mentioned!

[Boost Lee]

^Most definatly agreed.

With a front facing intake manifold, I've got a visualization right now of popping the hood and throwing people off by thinking its a JZ series motor of something or another just from a more *updated* and stylish valve cover.

The way he's talking up this design sounds like one hell of a concept he's pulling off. I cannot wait! :)

-Jeff

[fstoy]

I am in for a set regardles the price!

[89Turbo]

I am in for a set regardles the price!


$1,000,000,000 cash.

[Boost Lee]

^Group buy @ 999,999,999? :icon_conf

[927mgtepat]

If the price is right im in.

[starscream5000]

I've got the CPS cover, and if the quality is anywhere near the same as that, this should look awesome (kinda wish I don't have Chrome ceramic coated NA covers just to give me a reason to get these ;)).

[buckshotglass]

arz they done yet?:)

[upgradedsupra]

arz they done yet?:)

I too work with CNC machines and can tell you that machine time,and programming are not cut and dry as some people may think.
I am sure they will be done in due time and will be worth the wait.

Duane

[yannis-supras]

Sweet anticipation!!!:yumyum: :naughty:

[Clip]

arz, i hate to ask such a stupid question...but what about us NAs that want to look good?

[fstoy]

I would like mine anodized red.

[buckshotglass]

I too work with CNC machines and can tell you that machine time,and programming are not cut and dry as some people may think.
I am sure they will be done in due time and will be worth the wait.

Duane

Duane,
I know, I was just bustin' on Andy. He knows.:)
Andy, did you get my pm a few days ago?
Thanks.
Dave

[Idealsupra]

arz, i hate to ask such a stupid question...but what about us NAs that want to look good?

no turbo, no care :biglaugh:

[Clip]

lol, true. i guess ill have to stick to my awesome painted valve covers.

[arz]

Sorry for the delay GUYS, I was out of town for a long weekend, I just got back tonight.

These are first for me to deticate 100% of my free time to. Yes if you can think of an add-on I will bet I have already modeled it and prototype ideas are in the works.

You will see real parts soon.

[Justin]

Are the PCV outlets going to be set for AN fittings already? Is there going to be one, or two outlets for PCV?

[CNCDude]

Dude,

Where are the baffles going to mount? Don't see them on your solid models... I have been working on some of these for a while as well. I sure hope you aren't thinking of production runs with no place to mount baffles.

???

I am making these for older Toyota trucks as well.

[Justin]

Dude,

Where are the baffles going to mount? Don't see them on your solid models... I have been working on some of these for a while as well. I sure hope you aren't thinking of production runs with no place to mount baffles.

???

I am making these for older Toyota trucks as well.


Baffles?

[upgradedsupra]

Baffles?

The OEM valve covers have baffles. Look under and you will see ;) I am sure he has a plan for them as they are needed.

Duane

[Justin]

The OEM valve covers have baffles. Look under and you will see ;) I am sure he has a plan for them as they are needed.

Duane

Why are they needed? I remember seeing them now, but what's the point? Are the baffles just under where the PCV system is? If so that makes sense......

[IJ.]

Stop the PCV system sucking raw Oil into the intake.

[Doward]

What's the latest? Pics yet? :D Definitely interested in a set of these...

[Justin]

Stop the PCV system sucking raw Oil into the intake.


Good deal, that's kind of what I was thinking. I'm sure he's got that covered :)

I can't wait to see these!

[arz]

Dude,

Where are the baffles going to mount? Don't see them on your solid models... I have been working on some of these for a while as well. I sure hope you aren't thinking of production runs with no place to mount baffles.

You obviously did not pay attention to the very first sentence in the post with the cad image. Here it is for you again.


I have a lot of details that look like a mess in the model but are not shown here.

Rest assured the baffles are already modeled and the PCV ports are going to be AN style. With all the other extras this kit covers I would be very surprised if you guys mention something I havent thought of.


arz, i hate to ask such a stupid question...but what about us NAs that want to look good?Im not sure how much clearance there is to the top of your N/A throttle body assembly, but I cant imagine its too hard to put a turbo upper intake manifold on your N/A motor. I never looked into that but I would search for info in that direction.

[supra90mkiii]

I don't mean to rush you or anything, just wondering if you think that these will be available by the time the horsepowerfreaks/Brian Crower camshaft groupbuy ship out? They are supposed to be shipping out mid-may.

[arz]

I will never quote exactly when a brand new product will be released, I have been stung so many times, there are just way too many variables. Im shooting for that but you just cant predict what will go wrong or where you will get resistance.

Besides, these are right on top, they will be easy to replace when the time comes.

[upgradedsupra]

With all the other extras this kit covers I would be very surprised if you guys mention something I havent thought of.

I may know something but I will see your finish product first ;)

Duane

[CNCDude]

You obviously did not pay attention to the very first sentence in the post with the cad image. Here it is for you again.


Quote:
Originally Posted by arz
I have a lot of details that look like a mess in the model but are not shown here.

Sorry, guess looking like a mess and not being shown together at the same time confused my simple machinist mind. Then again if you mean you edited the model to not show the messy details then I think I gotcha. ;)

If I were spending the type of cash invloved in billet valve covers I might like to see some details though, no matter how messy.

Cheers

[Zach]

If I were spending the type of cash invloved in billet valve covers I might like to see some details though, no matter how messy.


I'm sure he'll post appropriate and accurate pictures before he takes any money for product. I'm sure he's just protecting his interest by not divulging all the details and work he's done at this point. It would be silly to expect people to pay for a product they haven't seen.

[arz]

Then again if you mean you edited the model to not show the messy details then I think I gotcha.
Thats exactly the case. Its just a matter of unchecking a few boxes and the messy stuff gets supressed. If it was like framing a house and showed the true quality and workmanship I would show it but theres no benifit to confusing people with an un clear model. Its a virtual model, nothing counts but the final product. Im confident you will all be pleased with the results.


It would be silly to expect people to pay for a product they haven't seen.I think your 100% correct!!!

[Doward]

Time frame of completion and approx price range?

[Reign_Maker]

CNC... Dude... Have you seen ANY of Andy's stuff? *in real life, not just pics* The guy's quality is top notch... I'm 100% confident in his work and professionalism or else I wouldnt have vouched for him to be a vendor here... Hang tight, let the man get everything in line and Im certain you'll be impressed...

[YakuzaKirby]

dayumnnnn, cnc covers... thats something i never thought of... Arz- what kind of machine are you using? brand i mean, and vertical or horizontal? i do cnc myself, and by the looks of it, those bad boys are gonna be VERY nice items- whenever you get them done i will be VERY interested in purchasing a set for my (top secret...) build im starting this summer...

[arz]

Arz- what kind of machine are you using? brand i mean, and vertical or horizontal?
There are several shops that make my prototype and production parts, most of my machinists use Haas machines. All are vertical and some have 5th axis. except the Haas CNC lathe, thats obviously horizontal. I have a very close relationship with all of them.

I made excellent progress on them this weekend, sorry no photos yet, I know Im teasing. Just want to let you all know this is my #1 priority.

Thanks Reign, for the vote of confidence.

[Doward]

Time frame of completion and approx price range? :)

[arz]

I always jinx myself by saying, but I understand your need for wanting to know.

For price range I am shooting for the $400-$500 price range. If I can get it cheaper I will, but realize I this mod will cover much more than replacing the Cam covers. The complete solution will include lots of items which will all be optional. Below are just a few of the items that this mod will support.

1. Coilpack relocation
2. Valley cover or Coilpack cover
3. Throttle cable relocation
4. PCV attachment of stock or -10 AN bulkhead fittings.
5. AN fittings for an attachment to the throttle body
6. Completely custom Oil Fill Cap
7. Separate designs for FFIM and stock/aftermarket crossover tube.

The Covers with Coilpack Relocation hardware and Cover I anticipate having done in a few weeks. The complete solutions stated above done by mid June.

Remember there are many things out of my control, so dont get all up tight, if the schedule slips. Nobody has paid for anything yet, so I guess I dont have any real risk of pissing anyone off.

[Doward]

This is a one piece setup, or flange + welded top?

These also won't include the cover, then?

Just trying to get it all straight :) I think that price is extremely reasonable.

[arz]

This is a one piece setup, or flange + welded top?

These also won't include the cover, then?

Just trying to get it all straight :) I think that price is extremely reasonable.No, each cam cover is machined from one piece of billet aluminum.

I will offer at least 3 different covers.

1. Covering the relocated coilpacks (that I have already created a mounting for in between the cam covers). Looks kinda like a 2JZ cover to suit the FFIM guys best.
2. Covering the valley flat like on the 1JZ motor (for those that want to hide their coilpacks elsewhere, that will be up to you).
3. Cover same as the 1st one with a dip in it to accomidate for those that are not doing a FFIM.

Just wait, you will be blown away by the looks and the options.

[IJ.]

4. Loaf of bread for the minimalists ;)

[arz]

Dont worry IJ you will like it. Should I just make yours black ANO right off the bat? LOL.

[IJ.]

Dont worry IJ you will like it. Should I just make yours black ANO right off the bat? LOL.
Of course :)

[t4boost]

Im down for the 2JZ style. I cant wait, wish I could swing by and take a sneak peak.

[Poodles]

man, now you're gonna make me go to a FFIM... I wouldn't mind, I just want to keep my cruise control! If you could do that you might help a lot of other people too (I love long roadtrips, it's what these cars are made for)

[t4boost]

ARZ, We need to get together sometime, I need some turbo fittings, EGR block off plate and more. Got a number or address so I can stop by, I used to work on alma school and broadway at Big Two before we moved to Chandler, are you around there?

[arz]

ARZ, We need to get together sometime, I need some turbo fittings, EGR block off plate and more. Got a number or address so I can stop by, I used to work on alma school and broadway at Big Two before we moved to Chandler, are you around there?

PM sent

[upgradedsupra]

man, now you're gonna make me go to a FFIM... I wouldn't mind, I just want to keep my cruise control! If you could do that you might help a lot of other people too (I love long roadtrips, it's what these cars are made for)

Keep us updated ARZ! :)

Duane

[YakuzaKirby]

There are several shops that make my prototype and production parts, most of my machinists use Haas machines. All are vertical and some have 5th axis. except the Haas CNC lathe, thats obviously horizontal. I have a very close relationship with all of them.

I made excellent progress on them this weekend, sorry no photos yet, I know Im teasing. Just want to let you all know this is my #1 priority.

Thanks Reign, for the vote of confidence.

cool cool, I do some work on a Haas VF4 vertical mill, nice machines... perhaps in a few years I'll get to do some work for you since I'll be starting a small CNC shop of my own after I get out of the Marines.
I sure hope these covers turn out as nice as I think they will, and hopefully theyre in production by mid summer, cause I'll be wanting to buy a set :)

[pimptrizkit]

im down 100% for the 2jz style =D.

[CampbellsChunkySoupra]

amen to that! ^

2jz-wannabe-gte

[buckshotglass]

:squint:

[arz]

^^^I see you lookin^^^:biglaugh:

Hey Im giving you another excuse to have to take your cam covers off at the end of the month.::dead horse::

Sorry I couldnt pass up the cam comment, you gotta be laughing at this point.

[buckshotglass]

Laughter has turned to tears at this point.

I did get my package from you yesterday. Thanks Andy.:)

[arz]

Laughter has turned to tears at this point. Im sorry I hope I didnt turn the screws to much.


I did get my package from you yesterday. Thanks Andy.:)Sorry for the delay in shipping I hope I didnt hold you up any. I had a horribly busy last week, again, SORRY.

[Justin727]

i'm studyin this thread sir hmmmm don't cobb us up!
;)

[Doward]

Eagerly awaiting pics :)

[7MsuprO]

Eagerly awaiting pics :)

ditto

[buckshotglass]

ok, I'm ready.

[Doward]

Pics! Hurry! Now! :D

[t4boost]

You cant rush perfection guys, But I am also very excited to see how these turn out

[Doward]

A week comes and goes :D

[supramike7m]

lets see those pics already. cant wait

[arz]

Sorry Guys nothing to see yet my CNC guy is completely tied up.

Dont worry I havent forgotten about you guys.

[bigaaron]

Andy's stuff will, in his words, "totally blow you away!" :aigo: :biglaugh:
Looking at his other parts he has already designed and built, I know these valve covers are going to be soooo kick ass!

[Justin]

I know these valve covers are going to be soooo kick ass!


Which is why I can't wait to see these!!!!!!

[MKIIINA]

any ballpark on price or anything yet?

[suprahero]

any ballpark on price or anything yet?


I always jinx myself by saying, but I understand your need for wanting to know.

For price range I am shooting for the $400-$500 price range. If I can get it cheaper I will, but realize I this mod will cover much more than replacing the Cam covers. The complete solution will include lots of items which will all be optional. Below are just a few of the items that this mod will support.

1. Coilpack relocation
2. Valley cover or Coilpack cover
3. Throttle cable relocation
4. PCV attachment of stock or -10 AN bulkhead fittings.
5. AN fittings for an attachment to the throttle body
6. Completely custom Oil Fill Cap
7. Separate designs for FFIM and stock/aftermarket crossover tube.

The Covers with Coilpack Relocation hardware and Cover I anticipate having done in a few weeks. The complete solutions stated above done by mid June.

Remember there are many things out of my control, so dont get all up tight, if the schedule slips. Nobody has paid for anything yet, so I guess I dont have any real risk of pissing anyone off.



Only because no one else has did it................
:ttiwwp:

[Mk3runner]

I agree, how about some progress pics.

[pimptrizkit]

as this gets closer to becoming real, i'll be in for 2 sets sometime this summer. FFIM/2jz style with all the goodies :D

[bigaaron]

Stop making so much cool stuff I gotta have ARZ, my 7m build already cost enough as it is! :biglaugh:

[yannis-supras]

Let me make an original request: "Can we have some pictures please, pretty please!!! :)

[sao1]

Can't wait to see some pics!!!!

[suprahero]

lets see those pics already. cant wait


Pics! Hurry! Now! :D


I agree, how about some progress pics.


Can't wait to see some pics!!!!


Let me make an original request: "Can we have some pictures please, pretty please!!! :)

Your fans await some uh, what's the word I"m looking for................PICTURES

Just keeping the thread alive until you actually have some pictures to post.

[canadianbacon]

Wow....this is a hot thread! I am eager as well!:icon_razz

[yannis-supras]

Any news at all?

[arz]

My CNC guy has been totally swamped. Sorry for the delay, but there's nothing I can do about it. I will post photos as soon as I have them.

[Silvermk2]

Take your time with them. Its not like my BC cams will be here anytime soon :icon_wink

[pimptrizkit]

any updates? :icon_bigg

[arz]

Sorry Dude Still waiting on my CNC dude.

[Mk3runner]

ahhh dammit. just bitch slap the guy already!

[arz]

What did you guys do with your Saturday!!!! UHHH and Saturday night!!!

I still have to machine the seal groove in and tap some holes for the vent and coil pack stuff. What do you guys think?
http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3786_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3787_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3788_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3789_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3791_resize.JPG

[bigaaron]

:aigo: Do I send money now.....or tomorrow?

[GrimJack]

How about yesterday? Those are sick looking. Love it!

[Supraholics]

PAID! :aigo:

[1jzMoe]

Damn good job that thing looks real nice Too bad i don't have a 7m or i would have to buy one.

[Mk3runner]

see thats the shit I'm talking about, clean looking valve covers.

[pimptrizkit]

looks very good,

it's going to seal like a stock one right?


looks really good tho

lmk when it goes into production.

[Red '88T]

Andy,
Looks great! Any word on 'official' options for the valve covers?
Talk to you later,
Jason

[arz]

looks very good,
it's going to seal like a stock one right?
looks really good tho
lmk when it goes into production.
Yes, I will make it seal with the Factory Gasket. And will do!!!


Andy,
Looks great! Any word on 'official' options for the valve covers?
Talk to you later,
Jason
Here are just a few options:

1. On the top breathers they will be changable so you can have AN ports of any size or the stock breather.
2. The Side breather will be changeable also, from a stock style port to an AN fitting.
3. Your stock cap will fit.
4. And the coilpacks will be relocated to the valley with my custom mounts.
5. You can buy the optional cover or you can leave them uncovered.

When I say changable I mean it will have an O-ring and YOU can change it any time you want.

Throttle cable stuff is still in the works.

[suprahero]

Those are gorgeous. I'll take one set for the 1jz please..............:biglaugh:

[buckshotglass]

How much RWHP do they add?:)

Andy, they look great. I'm making my coil bracket right now, hopefully your covers will work with it.

[empera]

wow thats nice.

[turbotrev]

DAMN Andy those are baller! cant wait to see them in person

and will there be an option to have them anodized?

also could we have the breather ports relocated if requested?

trev

[Ckanderson]

PIMPIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[arz]

Andy, they look great. I'm making my coil bracket right now, hopefully your covers will work with it. Probably not but you will be able to sell yours, when you see mine you will know what I mean. My coilpack design is amazingly clean.



DAMN Andy those are baller! cant wait to see them in person
and will there be an option to have them anodized?
also could we have the breather ports relocated if requested?
trev
Anodized? Possibly, but once you see how shinney these are and how easy they polish you will probably go that route. They look amazing in person!!!

Breathers will go in the stock location for now, if I get a lot of requests I might do pre-paid orders with custom PCV port locations.

As it is designed right now there will be 4 different options for the PCV exit ports. The pcv vents will come out the top like stock, with an AN-straight thread, with AN O-ring land, it will support a stock size and style fitting (I will make that and offer it optional) and you will be able to use AN-8, AN-10 and AN-12.

Also the side port up by the oil cap will be retrofitable with a stock style fitting and, the ability to make it an AN fitting also.

[mattsplat72]

Umm price please . I am interested I would like to see what they MIGHT look like with the coil pack relocation thanks

[Mk3runner]

really now, how many beans is this gonna cost me?

[arz]

Umm price please . I am interested I would like to see what they MIGHT look like with the coil pack relocation thanksImagine 3 of those (loafs of bread) next to each other with the middle one about 3/4" higher and no fasteners showing.

On the price I cant even guess, I paid for material which is almost $100 per cover, then I need to pay the CNC guy, but he is extremely efficent and will have to route thru the code to take out "dead air" and obslete paths. This is 100% of the reason I dont take money in advance, thats how I roll.

Here's a few videos and some more photos.

Video 1 (http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3772.AVI)
Video 2 (http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3771.AVI)

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3794_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3795_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3796_resize.JPG

[Mk3runner]

well keep us updated on the price.

[arz]

well keep us updated on the price.As soon as I have a price you will know and I will update the first post, or maybe start a new one.

[927mgtepat]

Very Nice

[Mk3runner]

its gonna feel good having to polish those when I buy them. gotta keep the shine on!

[turbotrev]

its gonna feel good having to polish those when I buy them. gotta keep the shine on!


throw a powder coat clear coat on them so the will always be shiny

[buckshotglass]

I have 6 coils... I bet what I'm making will still fit.

[Poodles]

arz: they changed the valve covers over the years, the most important change I've seen is the threads for the oil cap. Putting a newer style oil cap on an older style cover will have the text on the cap at a weird angle (unlike if it's used on the proper cover it will be facing straight and readable). IIRC it's the same if you use an older style cap on a newer cover...

hard to explain, but I'll see if I can get some pics to show you...

[buckshotglass]

^ true. I have a perfect 710 cap.

[arz]

I heard something about that but, don't worry I got it covered. I completely forgot to mention that. The way I have designed the oil cap side will work perfect for either year.

[ippyness]

andys works always top notch, putting my brakes on this weekend. would defently like to get a set made for the 1jz. and my center valley cover.. haha



I heard something about that but, don't worry I got it covered. I completely forgot to mention that. The way I have designed the oil cap side will work perfect for either year.

[starscream5000]

Andy you need to make an oil cap included with the extra slag that has your company logo engraved on it ;).

[arz]

Tons of people make simple oil caps (for cheap) why would I want to compete with them. If I put my name on something its going on a complicated part.

[supra90mkiii]

just curious, don't know if you've answered this already... but how will the cams fit? the stock valve cover has an almost hemispherical opening where the cam seal sits in... right? Looks like yours is flat and straight accross.

sorry if you already know about this.

[IJ.]

Not finished yet ;)

[arz]

just curious, don't know if you've answered this already... but how will the cams fit? the stock valve cover has an almost hemispherical opening where the cam seal sits in... right? Looks like yours is flat and straight accross.

sorry if you already know about this.
LOL!!!!

I was just imagining if, NOW was the actual first time I noticed that.

If you only knew how many hours I have spent modeling every possible part that could interfere.

Thats what I lead the post on page 11 with, "Im not done with the gasket groove!!!!!"

But thanks for the laugh!!!

[starscream5000]

Tons of people make simple oil caps (for cheap) why would I want to compete with them. If I put my name on something its going on a complicated part.

It's not competing per say. It's just an idea I though I'd toss out there that would give a sense on completion to the valve covers, damn :3d_frown:.

[fiyota]

I read all 15 pages of this post... Starting with page 1 i was excited... getting more excited and more excited with each page... Then I went to click the next button on this page with high hopes that BAM staring straight at me would be the finished product on the next page... but there was no next page :(

I WANT A SET!

[arz]

I read all 15 pages of this post... Starting with page 1 i was excited... getting more excited and more excited with each page... Then I went to click the next button on this page with high hopes that BAM staring straight at me would be the finished product on the next page... but there was no next page :(

I WANT A SET!
Sorry to disappoint, but this is an extremely time consuming process the first time around, there is a ton of work in these. Once we have the programing all nailed down we can just pop these out, but the first time always takes the longest.

We worked on the groove last night it looks great, we 3D'd the groove over the #1 cam cap, it looks so awesome. More photos and video will follow when I have it.

Here are the pages with the latest photos, and I will add these to the first post for now, so people dont have to surf 15+ pages of chatter.

http://www.supramania.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41974&page=12

http://www.supramania.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41974&page=14

[fiyota]

No worries arz, it was a good read. I'm really excited for these when they come out (might just pick up your cps cover too, and maybe some brakes when the time comes!)... Take your time, I know these are going to be awesome just like the rest of your products!

[Justin]

I'm axious to see the third cover, when everythign is finished. for us people who need nothing but PCV outlets on the covers.

oil cap question: will my TRD cap, that currently has the logo pointing towards the tire, fit correctly? I don't know if you can even answer that but i figured i'd ask anyway. Its an authentic TRD cap.

[NashMan]

nice

[arz]

I'm axious to see the third cover, when everythign is finished. for us people who need nothing but PCV outlets on the covers.

oil cap question: will my TRD cap, that currently has the logo pointing towards the tire, fit correctly? I don't know if you can even answer that but i figured i'd ask anyway. Its an authentic TRD cap.
Yes it is clockable, you will be happy to know that your cap will point the right way no matter what cap you have. My design covers this!!!

[NashMan]

is it like asprin bottle hehehe

[racerpage]

What did you guys do with your Saturday!!!! UHHH and Saturday night!!!

I still have to machine the seal groove in and tap some holes for the vent and coil pack stuff. What do you guys think?
http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3786_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3787_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3788_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3789_resize.JPG

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3791_resize.JPG
Sweet, I hate the OE cam covers

[starscream5000]

That valve cover isn't done being machined yet where the valve cover gasket ramps up and over the last/first cam hold down is it?

[JustAnotherVictim]

I would assume not. ;)
Hence the missing cap.

[starscream5000]

Your so funny :biglaugh:

[The Evil Twin_7MGE]

I'd normally pick go before show, but this is so damn tempting! I bet you have a whole stack of doodles and drawings from when you were fleshing this thing out. Share any? :D It's always intriguing seeing a creative mind at work. Can't wait to see what comes next!

[arz]

Ok I finally found some time to post photos of the finished gasket groove.

http://img443.imageshack.us/img443/1614/cimg3818uu6.jpg (http://arizonaperformance.com)

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/1816/cimg3811zw7.jpg (http://arizonaperformance.com)

http://img48.imageshack.us/img48/2577/cimg3807bc4.jpg (http://arizonaperformance.com)

[yannis-supras]

This doesn't look so bad :crazy1: :ban:
On a serious note though...flipping heck!!!!!! That looks truly amazing Arz :bling:

[IJ.]

Andy: <golf clap> well done :D

[Justin727]

This doesn't look so bad :crazy1: :ban:
On a serious note though...flipping heck!!!!!! That looks truly amazing Arz :bling:



x2 Well done :love:

[marc3]

wow, just wow. those look so amazing. very nice piece of work!!:bigthumb:

[upgradedsupra]

Looking great! :naughty: PM when you get he final details done.

[NashMan]

are you goign to add oil baffles to them liek the stockers

[Poodles]

Andy: <golf clap> well done :D

means you'll take some....in black

[arz]

Here's a video of the start of that 3D profile for the gasket on the front of the cam cover.

3D CNC Video (http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3803.AVI)


are you goign to add oil baffles to them liek the stockersYou drill the upset rivets er... (bosses) out of your stock cam covers and you clean them and install them with fasteners in my cam covers. Look very closely where I drilled out the stock cover, it was very easy.

http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG1745_resize.JPG
Also notice the raised section where I will use a custom port tool to install the AN-10 fitting
http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG3813_resize.JPG
Heres an image of the new gasket installed, it fits perfect.
http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG1743_resize.JPG
Here it is on the head, no fasteners installed.
http://arizonaperformance.com/parts_photos/cam_covers/CIMG1737_resize.JPG

All there is left to do is drill and tap for the baffle and the AN-10 port

It will probably be a few weeks before I can get on the other side. I have a few other irons in the fire.

[empera]

great work man, ur skills are amazing...

[Poodles]

I'm drooling here...

[NashMan]

never noticed it befor these are goig to be pretty neat and hella exp to make

[deranged]

I'll probably grab a set if I have the money for it.

[starscream5000]

The fitment just blows me away, great job Andy! If I had the spare monies I'd throw down.

[Techno Supra]

Amazing craftsmanship! I will definitely be getting a set of these!

[GrimJack]

That gasket is purple / blue... is that an odd camera shot, or odd gaskets, or did you find silicon gaskets somewhere?

[Ckanderson]

Never seen that kind of gasket............

[starscream5000]

Maybe another ARZ special, silicone valve cover gaskets? :dunno:

[arz]

That gasket is purple / blue... is that an odd camera shot, or odd gaskets, or did you find silicon gaskets somewhere?Its blue, it came in a complete engine set I got somewhere. I have yet to use them, but they do seem to be softer than the factory one. It was just a good clean part to install in my new Cam Covers. Definitely photo worthy though.

[arz]

OK, ALL. I finally have an estimate on what its going to take to make JUST the Cam Covers (left and right). I need at least 6 people to participate in these to get the ball rolling. They will include Fasteners and the o-rings that go under the fasteners. They will include threaded holes and the proper fasteners for you to install your baffle from your donor Cam covers. The PCV will be tapped and set up to receive -10 AN PCV ports on top in the stock location. They will be threaded and tapped to accept -16 AN bulkhead connector for Crank case breather up by the oil cap.

If you chose to stick with stock PCV plumbing I will be offering Aluminum parts that replicate the stock size ports that thread into each one of those locations (you can mix and match any combination -6 thru -10 or stock for PCV or -16 or Stock for Crank Case vent). Cad Models will be shown if you are interested in this option. Also to finish off this modification I will offer a cover for the Coilpacks that matches the tops of my Cam Covers. These should be quite a bit cheaper because of the reduction in material and the fact that its just a decorative cover (not air tight Cam Covers). Again a Cad model will have to suffice for now.

These were/are a very difficult item to produce and the fact that they interface with so many items makes their production and design so difficult.

What I need is a head count of all of you that are serious about these and ready to put down your money on these. The reason Im asking up front is these are very costly in materials and machine time. They are so difficult I might not do these again. If you do purchase the cam covers from me now I will promise to finish a center cover for those that get in on this first (and possibly ONLY) lot of parts.

I realize there are a few un-answered questions. I feel my work speaks for itself, I will provide a cad model (3D shaded image) like you saw before to show you what the final product will look like. If you want to see the difference between what I modeled and what came off of the machine, I will show you, the real thing, is exactly like what I modeled. It will still be couple weeks before I have the left side done, but thats only because of machine time limitations (I am the small spender in this shop at the moment) If I get a decent sized order, I/we will quickly become a priority.

I anticipate final products within 6 weeks of the last person to pay. This would give all of you attending SILV 07 enough time to get them installed before the event.

I will offer these for $695.00 for this first batch. Remember I need at least 6 people to commit to these for there to ever be more than one set. The factory Coilpack relocation kit will be an additional $60.00 bucks, and include the fasteners.

For your $695 you will get 2 Cam covers and all associated hardware to install the Baffles and the Oil cap filler neck.

Edit: The price for Cam Covers, is $695. I was loosing my butt on these at original introductory price.

[Doward]

What's the time frame of buy in?

[pimptrizkit]

What's the time frame of buy in?


i'll be waiting too, definitly time to start clearing out paypal

are you still going to be making a center cover like the jz engines?

[yannis-supras]

Andy I'm definately in. Can you show us what the coil pack relocation piece/kit will be like, both for oem coils as well as Tooquik COPs? Also will we be able to customize the center piece (most importantly vent wise)?
And finally, what sort of time frame are we talking about here?

[arz]

Sorry I never gave any thought to how soon I would need any money. I guess we will wait until we have 6 people If we get close I guess I could cover a few on speculation.

YES I will make a center piece for every one of you guys (that wants it) that get in on this first buy.

For the center piece (coilpack covers) if you first guys are willing to commit funds I might let you guys kinda steer my design (IE: I will show you a few ideas and then ask your opinions about which ones you like the best).

As for 2Quicks COP mod, I would advise to wait on purchasing anything until you see what I have already designed.

[buckshotglass]

so tempting.

[toml]

How heavy will they be? (ie, how much is it going to cost me to get them shipped to Australia)

[arz]

How heavy will they be? (ie, how much is it going to cost me to get them shipped to Australia)The un-finished one you saw in the first photos weighed less than 3 lbs, I still have material to remove so I cant imagine they will weigh much more than 6-7 lbs total (3.17 kilos) not too much different from the stock ones, in weight and obviously the exact same shipping size.

Maybe a tiny bit more including a dozen fasteners or more.

OK, this is how its going to work, you guys get on this list as soon as we have 4 people I will request half payment ($300 dollars US) immediately, (this will be non refundable if YOU want to back out, if I cant do it I will refund you the money). If you call me and say you crashed your car I keep the money, if you can find a person to take your slot, thats fine too. You guys will have to work it out and I wont send the product if there is a debate about who get the product.

I really hate being like this but I have seen tons of stupid stuff happen with things like this.

If we get more than 10 I will drop the price even more, but this first time will be the only time for a price reduction, and remember this first time might be the ONLY time. These are crazy complicated!!!!

Here is the list, we already have one to step up to the plate!!!!

Thanks everyone.

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[toml]

Hmm, i'm not sure what the usual shipping company is in the US but I just threw a few details into the calculator on UPS.com for a 8 lb package from AZ to Australia and I'm looking at approx $150 USD... All up I'd need about $720 AUD for the parts + shipping... not sure if I can justify that for cam covers.

I'll have to think about it... :)

[arz]

Hmm, i'm not sure what the usual shipping company is in the US but I just threw a few details into the calculator on UPS.com for a 8 lb package from AZ to Australia and I'm looking at approx $150 USD... All up I'd need about $720 AUD for the parts + shipping... not sure if I can justify that for cam covers.

I'll have to think about it... :)Yea I feel for you guys across the drink, Im allways bummed to see so much money go into shipping when I ship to the UK, Germany, Japan or where ever. Do what is right for you, I have a feeling these things are going to be ultra ultra rare!!!

See if USPS is cheaper, I think they have a "Slow boat to China" option. LOL I almost hesitate to offer that because my distributor had a package take over 6 months to get to Australia, they both thought it was lost and forgot about it for a couple of months, when it finally showed up.

[jdub]

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When do you need the funds Andy?

I also might be able to help w/ shipping overseas...I get a very good deal w/ FedEx since I work for the airlines ;)

[Justin]

can you give a ballpark of what the center cover will cost? I have the tooqwik cop mod....

[arz]

I also might be able to help w/ shipping overseas...I get a very good deal w/ FedEx since I work for the airlines ;)Awesome!!!! Thanks for the offer, I might take you up on it.:icon_bigg


When do you need the funds Andy?I am requiring half the funds immediately after we have 4 confirmed buyers and I will cut the PO to my Machinist as soon as we have all 6 that have paid for half. Also remember if we get more than 10 the price will go down.


can you give a ballpark of what the center cover will cost? I have the tooqwik cop mod....
Between $100 -$150 dollars, dont nail me to the cross, because I havent run this by my Machinist, so I dont have actual quotes. But I will try to stick to that.

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[turbotrev]

damn you andy and all your fucking awesome shit that i want lol

i might be in on this but it depends right now(switching jobs)

trev

[Justin727]

^ im in the same boat and i wont get paid till the 30th of next month..

[pimptrizkit]

how much is half payment? I am interested but cant get any funds for 3-4 weeks.

[arz]

Woah woah woah, MAN IM SORRY TO GET YOU GUYS ALL EXCITED ABOUT THIS. I just got off the phone with my Machinist and he saw this thread and called me right away and squared me away on some things. There was some miscommunication about what he was charging me for this and that, and I have to raise the price considerablly. Im VERY VERY sorry!!! I will contact those that have put their names down and see what I can do.

The price is going to have to be $695 for the pair of Cam Covers and fasteners.

All of the previous rules will stand and I will edit the posts.

[pimptrizkit]

$595 for the cam covers, fasteners + the middle cover?

[arz]

Sorry but no, its $695 for just the two covers and related hardware.

For your $695 you will get 2 Cam covers and all associated hardware to install the cam covers on the head and the Oil Baffles and the Oil cap filler neck.

No Oil Cap, No AN fittings, and no Cam Cover Gasket, I am working on the Coil pack cover and will offer those later to all that have purchased a set from me.

Sorry for the confusion.

[toml]

Yeah that puts me out of the running completely. I can't justify around AU$800 straight up.

If this gets pushed back a month or so I'll be in, so I'll keep watching this thread :)

[Justin]

Yeah I'll have to wait and see what my comm. check is :\

So awesome.... So awesome :)

[Red '88T]

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Andy,
Money to be sent when and where? I can drop it off after work?
Jason

[arz]

Andy,
Money to be sent when and where? I can drop it off after work?
JasonHold your money, I want to make sure I have enough people to get this rolling, although it does look good with 3 out of 6 only 2 days in. I will require $300 when we have enough people and I will cut the PO as soon as the last person has paid. I will PM all of you that are "IN" as soon as I want the money.

Official list.

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[Fahaka]

I want these...and I have an SR...

[yannis-supras]

Hey Andy I guess we're stuck at 3 :(...

[arz]

We still have some time, lets give it a little longer. If you guys know anybody that has spared no expense on their 7M and you suspect they havent seen this thread, please send them this way. We are so close.

[GrimJack]

I'll have to run the numbers on the financial end of things, but there's a good chance I can commit to this.

[bluemkiii]

any updates?

[arz]

Its all up to you guys, one more and I will cut a PO to my machinist and you guys will have the trickest rarest coolest cam covers and Coilpack covers on any 7M EVER!!!

Come on guys, we are running out of time, to get these done by SILV 07. Im sure thats not a motivating factor for everyone here, but I would like to have a set or 2 for display at my booth during the event.

[Justin727]

Tell ya what when I get caught up on my bills I'd deff be down to buy some but by that time comes the group buy will be over... :(

[Justin]

Tell ya what when I get caught up on my bills I'd deff be down to buy some but by that time comes the group buy will be over... :(

Exactly

I can't be spending money on new toys till I finish paying for current toys. :(

[GrimJack]

Sorry, I can't commit until I know it's not going to sabotage my current project - a running car is more important than awesome parts.

I should know by sometime next week, though.

Arz, what's the deadline for being able to have them made in time to take to SILV?

[arz]

Tell ya what when I get caught up on my bills I'd deff be down to buy some but by that time comes the group buy will be over... :(This really isnt a Group buy, its more of a launch buy. If you know you want them and you are definitely going to buy I would be willing to hold your parts as much as 3 months after their done.

Remember you will pay $300 up front and then the next half when they ship. If you need me to, I can hold on to these as long a 3 months after they have been machined, this might give some of you on the fence a little nudge. Hope this shakes a few of you guys out of the "waiting tree".

Grim, Justin:
Its all up to you guys, one more and I will cut a PO to my machinist and you guys will have the trickest rarest coolest cam covers and Coilpack covers on any 7M EVER!!!

Come on guys, we are running out of time, to get these done by SILV 07. Im sure thats not a motivating factor for everyone here, but I would like to have a set or 2 for display at my booth during the event.My last post wasnt aimed at anybody, I have a few that have contacted me by phone that have never even posted in this thread, please dont think Im pointing fingers. I want this to happen as much as all of you guys.


Arz, what's the deadline for being able to have them made in time to take to SILV?

Grim: I will look into it and post later this weekend.

[Justin727]

Let me see where im at in 30 days and if all is well I'll get in touch with ya

[GrimJack]

No worries, I wasn't worried about finger pointing. I'm relatively certain I'm going to want these anyway, and three months gives me plenty of time to pay for them. The only thing I'm wondering about is relocating the coilpacks and what the middle cover will look like... Mind you, I've had nothing but admiration for your designs to date, so I'm sure it'll look awesome.

[arz]

.....The only thing I'm wondering about is relocating the coilpacks and what the middle cover will look like... Mind you, I've had nothing but admiration for your designs to date, so I'm sure it'll look awesome.Imagine another one of those loafs of bread in between the two Cam Covers. It will be raised up about 3/4" to 1" higher than the Cam Covers and match the corner radius of the Cam Covers. It will be designed so that the height can be adjusted to clear different design coils or COP designs. If your COP's are lower, theoretically you will be able to lower the cover enough to make the center cover match the height of the Cam Covers.

For those that aren't FFIM the cover will probably split there or drop down to clear the crossover tube. I already have the coil pack mounting finished and the wiring changes sorted out.

I will provide installation instructions for all. As soon as these are on my car I will start to mock up the throttle cable relocation kit so you can all ditch that ugly bell crank and mount.

[Yblegal91t]

damn, i want these but i think my enginebay has enough bling.:icon_bigg
I still want them if there araound still by november and the price drops a bit.

[arz]

^^^Im not getting these out of China.^^^

If anything, the price will go up after this initial launch. This is not your everyday part, look closely every square millimeter is CNC machined. The amount of hours I have in modeling alone would shock you.

[Yblegal91t]

it would look cool if you had them so you set them down as one. installed at teh same time. just have a 1/4" flat piece designed between them at the top and have a hole at teh back for the spark plugs wires. only thing is that the whole thing would have to be taken off to check/change sparkplugs but thats nothing. It would look like athe 1jz and 2jz but chrome and a hellof a lot nicer.

oh and i wasnt saying your time and work isnt worth it, your work is top notch. if i was rich i would give you the money to have 10 made. Im in debt right now and still buying stuff thats why i said that. sorry

[upgradedsupra]

I do machining and I can tell you that these are a good deal. The design is done and the price is set.


ARZ.. Will PM you later on this week.

Duane

[arz]

^^^Come on Duane you know you want them.^^^:naughty:

As soon as you give me the word, I will cut the PO and you will have more than 3 months to pay for the 2nd half of them.

ALL THE COOL PEOPLE ARE DOIN IT!!! :biglaugh:

Seriously, I hope to talk to you soon. Im very excited to see this become a reality.

[arz]

This page is just dyeing to be edited.



Official list.

1. yannis-supras
2. jdub
3. Red '88T (Jason)
4.
5.
6.

[suprastar90]

Official list.

1. yannis-supras
2. jdub
3. Red '88T (Jason)
4. suprastar90 (sean)
5.
6.

[upgradedsupra]

Official list.

1. yannis-supras
2. jdub
3. Red '88T (Jason)
4. suprastar90 (sean)
5. upgradedsupra (Duane )
6.

[yannis-supras]

:icon_bigg that means that we only need one more then? :naughty:

[arz]

^^^ I think that means its a GO right now!!! ^^^

Remember this post (http://www.supramania.com/forums/showpost.php?p=696232&postcount=187)

I am so excited that these things are a "GO" I will call my machinist and have him order material as soon I get a PP for $300 from each of you. You five are definitely IN!!! You will all receive a PM before the end of this weekend!!! If you want to be proactive my PP is ArizonaPerformance@cox.net make sure to state: Deposit for Billet Cam Covers in the notes, also state your SM alias in the notes too sometimes my wife has a hard time deciphering who's who when she is looking at just, the paperwork.

For those of you just watching a waiting, these things are so complicated and there is such little margin for profit and I have spent so much time getting CMM points and data and modeling them that I will surely loose money if I counted all the hours I have already spent. I am choosing to think of it as making parts I love to make. I probably wont be making many if any extras. If you think that you might want a set of these, you better decide soon, once my CNC guy orders material, it will be too late.

Please, if you think you want these, get in on them as soon as possible!!!

OK Im done begging you, I will call my CNC guy tomorrow (yes he works on Saturday) and we will cut the PO and he will order material next week.

We will work on the left side Cam Cover first so you can see a finished set. As soon as we have a left and right I will present center cover designs and explain and show the details on how they install. These are VERY custom, you will like how it all comes together.

Thanks again to everybody that has agreed to purchase these, you wont be disappointed the complete solution will look awesome.

Official list.

1. yannis-supras
2. jdub
3. Red '88T (Jason)
4. suprastar90 (sean)
5. upgradedsupra (Duane )
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

[yannis-supras]

Totally forgot of that post, I was under the impression that we were aiming for 6.
:love: :drool: Excitement makes me soooo proactive. You got my money sir :bigthumb:.

1. yannis-supras (Yannis)
2. jdub
3. Red '88T (Jason)
4. suprastar90 (sean)
5. upgradedsupra (Duane )
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

[GrimJack]

How about we aim for 6 anyway? I'm in.

1. yannis-supras
2. jdub
3. Red '88T (Jason)
4. suprastar90 (sean)
5. upgradedsupra (Duane )
6. GrimJack (Dave)
7.
8.
9.
10.

[yannis-supras]

That's the spirit!!!

[arz]

SWEET!!! The more the merrier. Yannis, Thanks much for the prompt payment!!!

Im really hoping for 10!!! But I will be fine with whatever we end up with.

[Red '88T]

Andy,
Deposit sent.
Jason

[arz]

Andy,
Deposit sent.
Jason
Got it!!!! Thanks!!!

[suprastar90]

Deposit sent Andy :icon_wink

[jdub]

Ditto ;)

[arz]

Got them guys,

Thanks

[GrimJack]

Yup, sent mine in just now as well.

[starscream5000]

*golf clap for everyone stepping up to the plate fast*

[buckshotglass]

Andy, If you are going to make more than 6 sets, count me in. I will call you.

[BuiltMK3]

It's not to late to get in on this is it?

[arz]

Im not sure how many sets I will make, my Machinist is swamped, he wants to get these off of the machine ASAP. Im not sure how many extra Im getting, there is so little profit on these I dont know how many of these I will want to leave on the shelf.

Its not too late RIGHT NOW, Im waiting for one other before I cut the PO. I have talked to my guy and told him its a "go". He is running thru all the code taking out all the "air time" and increasing the feeds and speeds where he can.

Again, if you think you might want these, you better put your name on the list get me your deposit soon!!!

[yannis-supras]

This is rolling quite nicelly after all :) !!!

[arz]

Had a few last minute people interested, so, lets keep this updated.

1. yannis-supras---------------Deposit paid
2. jdub------------------------Deposit paid
3. Red '88T (Jason)------------Deposit paid
4. suprastar90 (sean)----------Deposit paid
5. upgradedsupra (Duane)------Deposit pending
6. GrimJack (Dave)-------------Deposit paid
7.
8.
9.
10.

[MK3_300]

Just sent in my deposit!

1. yannis-supras
2. jdub
3. Red '88T (Jason)
4. suprastar90 (sean)
5. upgradedsupra (Duane )
6. GrimJack (Dave)
7. MK3_300
8.
9.
10.

[yannis-supras]

Any updates from your machinist Andy?

[arz]

Sorry but no.

Its going to be like last time, nothing and then BAM!!! some really cool CHIT!!!

I will keep you guys up to date on any progress.

[yannis-supras]

No rush here, just really excited/curious to see the total package!!!

[upgradedsupra]

Not to rush you at all Andy but hurry up! :biglaugh:

Just messing..your cash will be on it's way as soon as my paypal clears. Should be this week :)

Duane

[upgradedsupra]

Deposit sent :)

Duane

[arz]

Cool, I have pulled the trigger already on this end, just waiting for the dude to start makin chips.

I will keep you guys posted.

[upgradedsupra]

Cool, I have pulled the trigger already on this end, just waiting for the dude to start makin chips.

I will keep you guys posted.


Although I do have a confirmation on my end...I would like one on yours. (if so then I can be updated to "deposit paid" :))

Duane

[arz]

Although I do have a confirmation on my end...I would like one on yours. (if so then I can be updated to "deposit paid" :))

DuaneDuane
I got it on the 12th, sorry it took me so long to update this list.

Official list of those that have paid the deposit.

1. yannis-supras---------------Deposit paid
2. jdub------------------------Deposit paid
3. Red '88T (Jason)------------Deposit paid
4. suprastar90 (sean)----------Deposit paid
5. upgradedsupra (Duane)------Deposit Paid
6. GrimJack (Dave)-------------Deposit paid
7. MK3_300--------------------Deposit paid
8.
9.
10.