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Glass flattie tubs

Discussion in 'Flat Fender Tech' started by sasquatch, Aug 4, 2005.

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  1. sasquatch

    sasquatch I'm big in Japan.

    Do they make 'em? Just curious, as all I've seen are glass 5's, the only glass flattie I've seen so far was a custom one-off.
     
    sasquatch, Aug 4, 2005
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  2. BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's

    Saw one that was a kit car based on a VW bug. :D
    Called a Veepster.:)
     
    BlueFlu, Aug 4, 2005
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  3. Gump

    Gump Old Timer

    There's always stainless

    [​IMG]
     
    Gump, Aug 4, 2005
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  4. timgr

    timgr We stand on the shoulders of giants. 2022 Sponsor

    Used to, maybe not any more. Thought I saw a used one at Scotty's in Fontana last time I was there.
     
    timgr, Aug 4, 2005
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  5. sasquatch

    sasquatch I'm big in Japan.

    Somewhere on the 3b page it says nobody in the US is making them. :(
     
    sasquatch, Aug 4, 2005
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  6. sasquatch

    sasquatch I'm big in Japan.

    sasquatch, Aug 4, 2005
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  7. wingtime

    wingtime Member

    Someone must make them. They are listed on Jc Witneys web site as one sale for $815.00.
     
    wingtime, Aug 4, 2005
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  8. sasquatch

    sasquatch I'm big in Japan.

    Interesting..... I'm gonna see if I can find pictures or reviews.... the only pic they show is the generic "glass tub" picture, which isn't even a 2A..... :rofl: but the price is great.
     
    sasquatch, Aug 4, 2005
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  9. Mcruff

    Mcruff Earlycj5 Machinist

    Joel sent me this link today for something else unrelated, but they carry flat fender bodies in fiberglass.
    http://www.malotmfg.com/
    Oh, and there made in Lincoln, CA
    [​IMG]
     
    Mcruff, Aug 5, 2005
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  10. w3srl

    w3srl All-around swell dude Staff Member

    I bought a set of 'glass front fenders and a hood from J.C. Witless about 5-6 years ago. They were ok in quality, but the fit wasn't really great. I messed around with them for awhile, before deciding that I really wanted steel. The outer finish was pretty good, but the backside was really rough fiberglass that took a LOT of sanding to get knocked down.
    IMHO, I'd go with steel.
     
    w3srl, Aug 5, 2005
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  11. sasquatch

    sasquatch I'm big in Japan.

    Surprised nobody has noticed that I don't actually have a flattie.... ;)

    Lets just say fit is not a huge issue, as the frame will be built to fit the tub. Molded tailgate is also a big plus for me. Really wish JC had more info, I wouldn't dare send them any money without a lot more information on what they were actually selling.
     
    sasquatch, Aug 5, 2005
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  12. BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's


    Brian we noticed, we all just thought you were gonna build a Barbie Jeep. :D
     
    BlueFlu, Aug 5, 2005
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  13. sasquatch

    sasquatch I'm big in Japan.

    lol.

    You know I see places selling these "mini-mb" bodies..... *evil grin*
     
    sasquatch, Aug 5, 2005
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  14. BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's

    Ya I can see you sitting in one of those. :rofl:
     
    BlueFlu, Aug 5, 2005
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  15. sasquatch

    sasquatch I'm big in Japan.

    Sitting? Naw. I'd buy two and make a killer pair of rollerskates.
     
    sasquatch, Aug 5, 2005
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  16. BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's


    R) Y'all aint right in the head. R)
     
    BlueFlu, Aug 5, 2005
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  17. jd7

    jd7 Sponsor

    Just put road pegs on the front bumper and i'd work. ;)
     
    jd7, Aug 5, 2005
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  18. sasquatch

    sasquatch I'm big in Japan.

    I SERIOUSLY hope you aren't JUST figuring this out......
     
    sasquatch, Aug 5, 2005
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  19. w3srl

    w3srl All-around swell dude Staff Member

    Heck fire. He's spending a big chunk of his time on this earth learning to defy the laws of physics by becoming a pilot. 'Nuff said? :rofl:

    Not that I haven't been eternally grateful for the skills of a good pilot on occasion, but I'll stay planted nicely on terra firma, thak you verrry much!

    Go Brian! :beer:
     
    w3srl, Aug 5, 2005
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  20. BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's



    Heck no. :D
     
    BlueFlu, Aug 5, 2005
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