Any machinists out there ?

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    Since I'm on the verge of buying a set of GC coilovers for my car, and have to replace the front Koni inserts (one's blown), I'd like to add a spacer to the bottom of the struts to help with stroke. The spacers look like this...

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    ... and fit like this...

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    More info about the theory behind these and why I want them can be found on NASIOC... http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=602326.

    Does anyone here know of anybody locally with the aptitude and inclination to whip up a couple of sets of these ? I know I'm not the only one looking for them.

    Thanks,
    Stuart.
     
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    Can you get me dimensions? They look pretty simple.
     
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    I think so. D_REX seemed willing to talk, and was very apologetic that he had none left. I'll see what I can do.

    Larry is looking for a set of these, too, so we need at least two sets.

    Stuart.
     
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    my dad owns a machine shop and I'm positive he could make that within a couple of hours.
     
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    Just use a lathe to make that. Looks pretty easy to make. If I still had access to the machine shop at Dunwoody I'd be happy to. I can make a model on Solidworks for you though, haha...
     
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    if your still looking to get some made i know a guy who owns a shop right off 62 in Eden Prairie
     
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    No need now. I was looking to have a set made since they apparently couldn't be had for love nor money. Now they are available, I just ordered a set. I'm so happy, I almost shed a tear.

    Stuart.
     
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    herrmmm, i could use a local machinst shop too.

    go buy a bunch of stuff from TiC...they guys over there are great
     
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    another grimmspeed product on the horizon?
     
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    we always have tons of stuff in the works...i just wouldnt mind working with a local supplier for once
     
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    well i could use a skid plate ;) lol
     
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    we have a couple sitting on the shelf i believe
     
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    how much, serious, i need one soon :)