Ultimate Roadster Mod...
Vic,
I'm not sure if it would be practical from a business standpoint to provide such a package. I would need to design and manufacture a fairly large number of different solutions, one for each vehicle type, and that would be too costly. This was my main reason for not pushing this particular project after the first 50 or so hit the streets. I provided a large number to the S2000 crowd as they're fellow S2000 enthusiasts... the R&D was done once I modified my own windscreen, so continuing to offer the solution wasn't nearly as bad. Even so, it was enough trouble for me to sub-contract out the actual assembly work to someone else for any further S2000 requests.
The PCB I mentioned in my last post contains everything you need... processor, inputs, LEDs, etc. all in one convenient and tiny little package. One of these boards should be adequate to light up the entire screen, and they only cost $65 shipped. For that price, there's no way I could afford to do anything other than make some suggestions.
The boards are covered in silicone for protection from the environment, plated in 99.99% pure gold for corrosion resistance, and small enough to hide just about anywhere. It may make sense to pick up some plastic pieces to surround the bottom and sides of the screen edge, and simply hide the board inside.
The great thing I like about the screens is you can change your sticker from week to week, go for a different look by changing the LED color, or just disconnect the whole thing with a minimum of fuss.
Dan
I'm not sure if it would be practical from a business standpoint to provide such a package. I would need to design and manufacture a fairly large number of different solutions, one for each vehicle type, and that would be too costly. This was my main reason for not pushing this particular project after the first 50 or so hit the streets. I provided a large number to the S2000 crowd as they're fellow S2000 enthusiasts... the R&D was done once I modified my own windscreen, so continuing to offer the solution wasn't nearly as bad. Even so, it was enough trouble for me to sub-contract out the actual assembly work to someone else for any further S2000 requests.
The PCB I mentioned in my last post contains everything you need... processor, inputs, LEDs, etc. all in one convenient and tiny little package. One of these boards should be adequate to light up the entire screen, and they only cost $65 shipped. For that price, there's no way I could afford to do anything other than make some suggestions.
The boards are covered in silicone for protection from the environment, plated in 99.99% pure gold for corrosion resistance, and small enough to hide just about anywhere. It may make sense to pick up some plastic pieces to surround the bottom and sides of the screen edge, and simply hide the board inside.
The great thing I like about the screens is you can change your sticker from week to week, go for a different look by changing the LED color, or just disconnect the whole thing with a minimum of fuss.
Dan
Originally Posted by Flyingvee
MacGyver,
I not sure about the other guys, but I was looking for the complete package to easily install the lights onto the pexiglass windscreen. I was hoping all the fabrication would be included in the price...al we would need to do is install it on the windscreen and wire it up!
The enclosure would be part of your complete package.
Vic
I not sure about the other guys, but I was looking for the complete package to easily install the lights onto the pexiglass windscreen. I was hoping all the fabrication would be included in the price...al we would need to do is install it on the windscreen and wire it up!
The enclosure would be part of your complete package.
Vic
Originally Posted by Dan Root
My ultimate topless Mod.A So.Cal sunset.
My Chrysler Parts Manager has a picture of the new Crossfire Roadster Windscreen in his parts manual (Mopar Part # 82209107AB) for $ 175. It fastens in place using the 2 Umbrella Hook screws. It is plain without lights or lettering, but possibly it could be modified. I am just curious to know how hard it would be to clean the inside of the convertible rear glass window with the windscreen in place.
Oh, and don't forget guys... I sell more than just windscreen lights. I also have InfiniColor Maplight replacements, Footwell Tubes (with fadeout options), Brakelight Tubes (for lighting up your license plate), among others.
I didn't see the picture myself. The Parts Manager described the picture to me over the phone. It was just the central, trapezoidal windscreen without the extensions that sometimes reach across the roll bars. He has more than just the Star Parts Catalog (which I have for the Crossfire Coupe and Roadster). The optional accessories are listed in something else that I'm sure all Chrysler Parts Departments have. He can print the picture out the next time that I'm at the dealership. However, he wasn't sure how to order the windscreen.
Last edited by ror0; Nov 20, 2004 at 10:41 PM.
I should also add... I just looked at the pic of the Mopar windscreen listed earlier for $145. Difficult to say for certain given the small size, but it looks like the base has enough room to stuff a couple of my LED boards in there.
I wanted to continue with the lighted windscreen thread. Has anyone actually did this on a xfire? If not could you explain (picture and/or instructions) of an S2000 installation, which I could use as general guidance to install on my xfire? I'm not visualizing how the led attaches to the windscreen. Do you drill a hole or something? Do you need more than one? I really want to try this, but need some assistance getting started.
Thanks,
Jim
Thanks,
Jim
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