White_Comanche Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 That pair from eBay arrived. The caps are just as described... straight, not warped, and not many imperfections. Molding and replicating these should be possible. Believe I'm almost there on how to go about mold making. Unfortunately, what ever pair I use, the studs will need to be sacrificed. I'll need to cut them out, and make that mid plastic spar flat. With that being said I am willing to exchange these with a pair that is equally MINT, but do not have the bolt studs for whatever reason. We both pay shipping, and detailed pictures will be sent of each pair. Administrators and frequent members of Comanche Club only respond please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaglescout526 Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 I might have one side. I know I got a couple that the studs were broken or missing. Not sure where I put them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchamakalit Posted June 12 Share Posted June 12 I have a set but need to check condition. I know at least 1 has broken studs. not sure on the exterior shape. I will check in a couple days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White_Comanche Posted June 12 Author Share Posted June 12 Singles or Doubles will work, just as well. I'll send detailed pictures to anyone who has either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The86manche Posted June 12 Share Posted June 12 I think i have a set in storage but I would have to check on them as i don't remember conditions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White_Comanche Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 This is quite the nice pair I have. The lucky one(s) who might receive these will need to take some descriptive shots. This is one photo of several that I can share for those who think they have some caps. Direct message your pictures please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White_Comanche Posted July 5 Author Share Posted July 5 Been getting help with a molding supply company on fabricating these. We're getting closer to identifying the best method. They're complex parts to mold, but I accept the challenge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertRat1991 Posted July 5 Share Posted July 5 19 hours ago, White_Comanche said: Been getting help with a molding supply company on fabricating these. We're getting closer to identifying the best method. They're complex parts to mold, but I accept the challenge Much respect for looking into this. That embedded metal plate always seemed like overkill for a trim piece to me, but I guess the threaded studs probably made for quicker assembly line installation. One alternative to consider would be to mold that vertical wall a little thicker and sink a t-nut into the outboard side. Then, the end user would just need to run a bolt and washer through from the inboard side to install. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaglescout526 Posted July 5 Share Posted July 5 7 minutes ago, DesertRat1991 said: Much respect for looking into this. That embedded metal plate always seemed like overkill for a trim piece to me, but I guess the threaded studs probably made for quicker assembly line installation. One alternative to consider would be to mold that vertical wall a little thicker and sink a t-nut into the outboard side. Then, the end user would just need to run a bolt and washer through from the inboard side to install. This ↑. Right here is a much better idea honestly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchamakalit Posted July 5 Share Posted July 5 And they could be replaced when the road debris corrodes them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White_Comanche Posted July 7 Author Share Posted July 7 Using t-nuts is probably a great way of mounting these. Thanks for the input guys. Yes, I intend to add some thickness to that bar for more support. The idea is to have that mid support completely flat. End user would ultimately dry-fit, mark and drill holes. This allows for slight variances in hole locations, bumper warp, etc. And gives flexibility on the chosen method of bolting them in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White_Comanche Posted July 20 Author Share Posted July 20 This is going well, and as planned. Sans one seized up Dremel tool, however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salvagedcircuit Posted August 3 Share Posted August 3 Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White_Comanche Posted August 11 Author Share Posted August 11 At first, I was hesitant in showing in-progress shots. Now with this much time into it, I doubt too many would even get to this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatslug87 Posted August 11 Share Posted August 11 13 hours ago, White_Comanche said: Now with this much time into it, I doubt too many would even get to this point. What does this mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White_Comanche Posted August 11 Author Share Posted August 11 On 8/11/2025 at 11:46 AM, fiatslug87 said: What does this mean? It means that I'm creating a product to fill a void, and I don't want to disclose too much of the process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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