I will be making Reproduction Sun Visors

Discussion in 'General Maverick/Comet' started by Lzoesch, Jan 27, 2012.

  1. Lzoesch

    Lzoesch Levi Zoesch

    Joined:
    Jan 10, 2011
    Messages:
    1,102
    Likes Received:
    6
    Trophy Points:
    111
    Location:
    Spokane, WA
    Vehicle:
    1969 Maverick & 1972 Chevy El Camino SS
    Hello guys,

    I am going to be doing reproduction sun visors in two different formats. They are used with top quality materials, and can be made with real leather, or any material you wish. Same with colors etc. Everything will be new, and just as good or better than NOS.

    I will be using same hardware as stock visors to ensure they fit, and standard look.

    There will be two options.

    First option is the standard size, and width of the stock sun visor.
    The Second option will be the standard width with a one inch added to the size. Below is a picture both options.

    I am looking to see if people are interested before I go ahead and start making these. I can have each one made within a few hours in-spite that I have the hardware. There are a few mavericks in town at the local junk yard which I will be going today to get the visor hardware to get a few made.

    The only stipulation I have is -- I get your old visors as a core to help other members. I will if needed have them polished, and cleaned professionally to ensure everyone has a near brand new item.

    Edit; Price for a set will run about 40-60$ per set. That is 100% complete set, hardware polished, new screws, and top quality visors. *price can vary depending upon the materials you request -- price above is for vinyl - any color*

    Also in the works is a reproduction kit for back seat covers. And possibly foam as well. That will come in near future.

    If you have any questions, concerns, or idea's please feel free to post.

    Thank you,

    Levi Zoesch

    P.S. The above visor is a "Standard" size, the below visor is the new visor with a 1" to the bottom end to give more width on visor.

    My question to you is the following;

    What color (standard is black)
    What material ie; Ostrich, leather, vinyl
    How many sets if more than 1
    How thick of patting would you like (standard is 8th inch for a total of 1/4 inch thickness for both sides combined)


    1000% 30 day money back guaranteed - 100% satisfaction guaranteed
     
    Last edited: Jan 28, 2012
  2. Resto

    Resto Benders Evil Twin

    Joined:
    Sep 2, 2010
    Messages:
    1,293
    Likes Received:
    5
    Trophy Points:
    147
    Location:
    Yuma AZ
    Vehicle:
    73 Mav Buckets(69 351W, soon to be 408) Floorshift FXBDY AOD ,07 Glide,06 E250HA,01 Silverado
    Id buy a set of the big ones. I have 2 sets of cores. :bowdown:
     
  3. Lzoesch

    Lzoesch Levi Zoesch

    Joined:
    Jan 10, 2011
    Messages:
    1,102
    Likes Received:
    6
    Trophy Points:
    111
    Location:
    Spokane, WA
    Vehicle:
    1969 Maverick & 1972 Chevy El Camino SS
    Great! I will get back to you this afternoon on a price. I would like to see if others are interested as it will be cheaper for all parties if I buy in bulk.

    My question to you is the following;

    What color (standard is black)
    What material ie; Ostrich, leather, vinyl
    How many sets if more than 1
    How thick of patting would you like (standard is 8th inch for a total of 1/4 inch thickness for both sides combined)

    Edit; Price for a set will run about 40-60$ per set. That is 100% complete set, hardware polished, new screws, and top quality visors.
     
    Last edited: Jan 27, 2012
  4. Ryan

    Ryan Ford Addict

    Joined:
    Mar 9, 2002
    Messages:
    3,185
    Likes Received:
    104
    Trophy Points:
    182
    Location:
    Phoenix Az.
    Vehicle:
    73 Maverick, 70 F-100, 68 F-100, 02 Crown Vicoria
    Thats a nice idea. I would have been in for some but I found some original nice black ones already out of Wisconsin. I'll have some cores if you need them though when I swap mine out.

    Are you using cardboard for the inside of the visors or is that just a template and will be using some kind of fiber board?
     
  5. mercgt73

    mercgt73 Member

    Joined:
    Sep 6, 2003
    Messages:
    3,829
    Likes Received:
    354
    Trophy Points:
    223
    Location:
    Eastern Shore, Maryland
    Vehicle:
    1973 Comet GT (clone), 1974 Mustang II, 1980 Bobcat Wagon
    Got some finished set pictures?
     
  6. Lzoesch

    Lzoesch Levi Zoesch

    Joined:
    Jan 10, 2011
    Messages:
    1,102
    Likes Received:
    6
    Trophy Points:
    111
    Location:
    Spokane, WA
    Vehicle:
    1969 Maverick & 1972 Chevy El Camino SS
    It will be made out of 1/8th inch fiber board. It is sturdy and hard to bend. Wont wrinkle - its strong material unless you're purposly trying to bend them.

    Also the picture i provided is actual press board.

    I will have a finished set with pictures this afternoon roughly 4-5ish pm PST.



    Below I have attached some pictures of the material I will be using.
     
    Last edited: Jan 28, 2012
  7. Bryant

    Bryant forgot more than learned

    Joined:
    Aug 7, 2007
    Messages:
    6,538
    Likes Received:
    153
    Trophy Points:
    203
    Garage:
    1
    Location:
    San Diego
    Vehicle:
    71 Maverick
    will you be providing the center piece of plastic that they lock into? i usually see those broken.
     
  8. Lzoesch

    Lzoesch Levi Zoesch

    Joined:
    Jan 10, 2011
    Messages:
    1,102
    Likes Received:
    6
    Trophy Points:
    111
    Location:
    Spokane, WA
    Vehicle:
    1969 Maverick & 1972 Chevy El Camino SS
    Possible, given I can find a oem reproduction of them, or a similar one. I believe I can use the mustang pieces. I will have to do some homework on those.

    edit;

    I have found one that I believe would work.

    http://johnsmustang.com/Parts/details-12877.html center bracket
    or
    http://restorationpartssource.com/store/product40942.html center bracket
    or
    http://www.parts123.com/parts123/yb...50000081b~Z5Z5Z5AAECL~P14.95~~~~~~0000081c~F# I think is best center bracket.

    http://johnsmustang.com/Parts/details-12878.html anchor pin

    Total would be roughly twenty dollars more.

    For a complete kit with anchor, visors (complete), and center visor bracket would be about 75$

    I would be able to do a set with them - if wanted or a set without the bracket and anchor pin.
     
    Last edited: Jan 27, 2012
  9. Lzoesch

    Lzoesch Levi Zoesch

    Joined:
    Jan 10, 2011
    Messages:
    1,102
    Likes Received:
    6
    Trophy Points:
    111
    Location:
    Spokane, WA
    Vehicle:
    1969 Maverick & 1972 Chevy El Camino SS
    I also would like to note that I am trying to gather information as to what you guys would want, or would like to see in the kit. I also would like feed back on prices if to much or to less. I don't want to under shoot myself as I will be doing a lot of leg work to get the items prepared to start making, but at the same time I don't want to charge to much and get a sour taste in your mouths.

    So please give feed back and ideas.

    Once I have worked out the kinks I will be posting a ad on the selling section of the forums for buyers with detailed list of information.

    I also will have two sets of each -- total of 4 sets

    1.) Visor - Standard size with black vinyl - complete with hardware etc
    1a.) Visor - New size (add 1" to bottom) with black vinyl - complete with hardware etc
    2.) Visor - Standard size with black vinyl - complete with hardware etc + center bracket and anchor pin
    2.) New size (add 1" to bottom) with black vinyl - complete with hardware etc + center bracket and anchor pin
     
  10. darren

    darren Member

    Joined:
    Jan 5, 2009
    Messages:
    4,852
    Likes Received:
    45
    Trophy Points:
    113
    Location:
    East of Dave
    Vehicle:
    72 302 Maverick

    Thats the problem with this type of venture. Dont forget your time is valuable. You will invest more time than you think by the time you ship. ITs a tough decision on your part.

    Anyone with half a brain will realize this when you post your price. Dont worry.
     
  11. maverick75

    maverick75 Gotta Love Mavs!

    Joined:
    Mar 31, 2005
    Messages:
    9,014
    Likes Received:
    14
    Trophy Points:
    172
    Location:
    Riverside, California
    Vehicle:
    The mav is gone but i'm still here!
    When you buy a headliner it usually includes extra vinyl to cover the visors, members can send that in along with their core to save more money for you. Plus that way they'll know the color matches the headliner.
     
    Last edited: Jan 27, 2012
  12. Resto

    Resto Benders Evil Twin

    Joined:
    Sep 2, 2010
    Messages:
    1,293
    Likes Received:
    5
    Trophy Points:
    147
    Location:
    Yuma AZ
    Vehicle:
    73 Mav Buckets(69 351W, soon to be 408) Floorshift FXBDY AOD ,07 Glide,06 E250HA,01 Silverado
    I never thought of that. It would suck if they didnt match.:(
     
  13. Craig Selvey

    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

    Joined:
    Mar 9, 2002
    Messages:
    18,299
    Likes Received:
    1,362
    Trophy Points:
    878
    Location:
    Albany, Indiana
    Vehicle:
    1972 Maverick Grabber - Color: Orange Also, 1976 Ford Maverick 4-door, 1977 Mercury Comet 2-door.

    I have never found a broken one in any of the cars I have parted out. I have a box full of them.
     
  14. maverick75

    maverick75 Gotta Love Mavs!

    Joined:
    Mar 31, 2005
    Messages:
    9,014
    Likes Received:
    14
    Trophy Points:
    172
    Location:
    Riverside, California
    Vehicle:
    The mav is gone but i'm still here!
    It's the California sun, it wrecks havoc on anything plastic :(
     
  15. Resto

    Resto Benders Evil Twin

    Joined:
    Sep 2, 2010
    Messages:
    1,293
    Likes Received:
    5
    Trophy Points:
    147
    Location:
    Yuma AZ
    Vehicle:
    73 Mav Buckets(69 351W, soon to be 408) Floorshift FXBDY AOD ,07 Glide,06 E250HA,01 Silverado
    Southern AZ is even worse.:cry:
     

Share This Page