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Old 03-17-2008, 08:13 PM   #16
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Default Re: Custom WHEEL CENTER CAPS idea

It seems like a lot of wheels have differing caps. The STi ones shown in Post1 have a separate piece with the STi logo removable from the casing. Other BBS wheels have a single piece cap with the BBS logo on it...

I have to do quite a bit of research and get some people to let me measure a wheel or centercap in person.


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Old 03-17-2008, 08:32 PM   #17
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How 'bout a plain black center cap with the STI logo engraved/machined in it? You wouldn't have to buy the expensive STI ones and people can paint the recessed area if they want it colored.
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Old 03-17-2008, 09:51 PM   #18
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I cant do that machining anyway. Its either CNC or with a laser engraver machine, both of which are more than $20k for a good one. Either way, Ill have to outsource the logos
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Old 03-17-2008, 11:38 PM   #19
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very nice how can i order? if im from overseas?
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Old 03-18-2008, 06:47 AM   #20
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very nice how can i order? if im from overseas?
I can ship internationally. Paypal is usually best for int. orders. I'll have to get measurements for the wheels you have over here to make the parts. What wheels are they?
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Old 03-18-2008, 07:01 AM   #21
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How 'bout a plain black center cap with the STI logo engraved/machined in it? You wouldn't have to buy the expensive STI ones and people can paint the recessed area if they want it colored.
That is a cool idea! Is there problems selling something with the STI logo on it though?!

Edit: what about making the caps and simply putting a vinyl STI sticker on it and then having a seperate clear piece to place over top of the sticker.

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Old 03-18-2008, 08:10 AM   #22
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That is a cool idea! Is there problems selling something with the STI logo on it though?!

Edit: what about making the caps and simply putting a vinyl STI sticker on it and then having a seperate clear piece to place over top of the sticker.
Thats what I plan to do. If I can buy pre-made STi stickers, I can just include them in the package with the clean plastic cap and the centercap and the customer can put it on or put on any other sticker they choose. That way there is not illegal branding of my parts as STi pieces. I'll just sell a legitament sticker with the parts.
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Old 03-18-2008, 08:22 AM   #23
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I can ship internationally. Paypal is usually best for int. orders. I'll have to get measurements for the wheels you have over here to make the parts. What wheels are they?
i dont have paypal but ill just ask friends if they have My wheels are 18x9 RS advan wheels... can you pm me a bigger pic. thanks
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There are venders on ebay that sell such stickers. You could manufacture the cap and clear piece and let others find their own stickers. I picked up a set with a printed CF background for about $14.

GraphicSTI might be able to help you out as well. Might be worth it to PM him.




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Old 03-18-2008, 12:01 PM   #25
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^GREAT! Thanks!
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Old 03-18-2008, 12:05 PM   #26
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There are venders on ebay that sell such stickers. You could manufacture the cap and clear piece and let others find their own stickers. I picked up a set with a printed CF background for about $14.
ooo I like!
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Old 04-03-2008, 04:32 PM   #27
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bump.

Chris, any news on these?
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Old 04-04-2008, 10:22 AM   #28
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I have my first order for these right now (for Enkei RPF1 wheels). I will post pics when they are done, and should be able to supply at least this type of wheel. This set is going to be engraved. Still haven't found a supplier for stickers or clear plastic covers yet.

I have to get the dimensions from my friend still, so I am not taking orders for other ones yet.
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Old 04-04-2008, 10:25 AM   #29
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I have my first order for these right now (for Enkei RPF1 wheels). I will post pics when they are done, and should be able to supply at least this type of wheel. This set is going to be engraved. Still haven't found a supplier for stickers or clear plastic covers yet.

I have to get the dimensions from my friend still, so I am not taking orders for other ones yet.
please PM or post price of regular plain black face center caps for Enkei RPF1. ready to order if price is right. thanks!
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Old 04-04-2008, 12:40 PM   #30
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please PM or post price of regular plain black face center caps for Enkei RPF1. ready to order if price is right. thanks!
Please give me a few days to quote you a price. I have something in mind right now, but I really have to get the dimensions from the wheels to size the copolymer material and o-rings and do a price chart before I relase them.
Thanks!


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