***In search of Body shop for CUSTOM work***

Exclusivs · 06-28-2010, 04:16 PM

Hey guys-

Yet another "Looking for body shop thread." However- I have had an extremely difficult time hunting down a body shop here in NYC willing to do any custom work. Right now- I want my rear spoiler-molded into my trunk so that it is seamless. Many who have seen/ and heard what I want- have declined and said they fear the mold cracking over time...

What am I suppose to do? I know 2 different friends one in Florida- and one in CA who have had this spoiler molded into their trunks and body shop gave them no problem.

Can anyone recommend me or point me in the direction of some high quality skilled painters here willing to delve into some custom body work and molding.

Thanks in advance guy's! Really appreciate it.

Bobby_LeMans · 06-28-2010, 04:28 PM

Molding work...I would suggest M.A.C
they are local sponsors on this forum..
contact Derek....

here is the their website:
http://www.martinoautoconcepts.com/

LeMans335xiE90 · 06-28-2010, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ExclusivSTS

Hey guys-

Yet another "Looking for body shop thread." However- I have had an extremely difficult time hunting down a body shop here in NYC willing to do any custom work. Right now- I want my rear spoiler-molded into my trunk so that it is seamless. Many who have seen/ and heard what I want- have declined and said they fear the mold cracking over time...

What am I suppose to do? I know 2 different friends one in Florida- and one in CA who have had this spoiler molded into their trunks and body shop gave them no problem.

Can anyone recommend me or point me in the direction of some high quality skilled painters here willing to delve into some custom body work and molding.

Thanks in advance guy's! Really appreciate it.

+1 on what bobby said!!! Hit up MAC!!! I already spoke to Derek about possibly molding a spoiler to the trunk and he said they can do it no problem! Good luck and PLEASE lots of pics of the finished product!!!

Exclusivs · 06-28-2010, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Bobby_LeMans

Molding work...I would suggest M.A.C
they are local sponsors on this forum..
contact Derek....

here is the their website:
http://www.martinoautoconcepts.com/

Unfortunately I went to MAC- They were my first stop, as I thought they would be my best bet....but unfortunately they declined the job- saying that they couldn't guarantee the mold...and it may crack over time.

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Originally Posted by LeMans335xiE90

+1 on what bobby said!!! Hit up MAC!!! I already spoke to Derek about possibly molding a spoiler to the trunk and he said they can do it no problem! Good luck and PLEASE lots of pics of the finished product!!!

That's funny....

Had been there and spoke to JOE about the work-and he didn't want to get involved with it. Said they couldn't guarantee it- and also said they' are extremely busy right now...

LeMans335xiE90 · 06-28-2010, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ExclusivSTS

Unfortunately I went to MAC- They were my first stop, as I thought they would be my best bet....but unfortunately they declined the job- saying that they couldn't guarantee the mold...and it may crack over time.

That's funny....

Had been there and spoke to JOE about the work-and he didn't want to get involved with it. Said they couldn't guarantee it- and also said they' are extremely busy right now...

hmm well this was like a month ago about and i had spoke to derek about it briefly... i also didnt question if it wouldnt crack or anything so maybe they cant guarantee that

good luck finding someone to do this and please post some details about it

Exclusivs · 06-28-2010, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by LeMans335xiE90

hmm well this was like a month ago about and i had spoke to derek about it briefly... i also didnt question if it wouldnt crack or anything so maybe they cant guarantee that

good luck finding someone to do this and please post some details about it

Curious to see if any body's gotten custom work done by MAC.

Still in search guys- any one's recommendations would be great!

Thanks!

Bogo Shipyo · 06-28-2010, 05:14 PM

^ it actually require a lot of work to get it done right. A little pressure from leaning on it or a bump can easily push the mold out. You might not see the crack but you can definitely see in from the paint at times.

Good luck with your quest

Point N Shoot · 06-28-2010, 05:28 PM

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Spotted ur car there like a few weeks ago

Bogo Shipyo · 06-28-2010, 05:30 PM

hahah really ? where ? hows everything with you ? your photos are looking good as always

Dmitriy@AUTOcouture · 06-28-2010, 05:30 PM

The last thing you or any of us here would want to see is your paint cracking...

Just my $.02

infinitigor · 06-28-2010, 05:33 PM

AMS Autowerks in Linden. Simply the best

Exclusivs · 06-28-2010, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bogoshipyo

^ it actually require a lot of work to get it done right. A little pressure from leaning on it or a bump can easily push the mold out. You might not see the crack but you can definitely see in from the paint at times.

Good luck with your quest

As I have heard...

Have heard "closing of your trunk" will cause stress or cracking. Have heard "vibrations from the road" will cause stress or cracking.... However..

this seems all to be repairable if it happens no?

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Originally Posted by Dmitriy@AUTOcouture

The last thing you or any of us here would want to see is your paint cracking...

Just my $.02

Absolutely-which is why I am trying to find the right guys for it. My friend in FL has got his trunk mold done for over a year or more now-no signs of cracking or anything.

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Originally Posted by infinitigor

AMS Autowerks in Linden. Simply the best

Hmmm. Never heard of them. Mind posting any pictures of work done by them? Thanks!

Point N Shoot · 06-28-2010, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by bogoshipyo

hahah really ? where ? hows everything with you ? your photos are looking good as always

I could be wrong, it had ur wheels, ur roof rack,
with an mtech bumper dropped, if thats u,
I came by a few weeks ago to MAC,
to discuss a few things and I believe one of the BMWS
in front was urs..

Thank you sir,
Ive been good, shooting and shooting, working and working,
wait till you see my new shit Ill be posting today..
From Formula Drift

06-29-2010, 07:30 AM

Just a little clarification-
When we spoke I did not decline the job, but I did bring up the possibility of it cracking over time. We stand by all of our work 100%- so we are always up front with our thoughts and any issues that may come into play later. We've done 1000's of moldings and know what to look out for when trying to join two different materials (ie- steel and fiber or poly).
Good luck with your project!

Bogo Shipyo · 06-29-2010, 10:05 AM

Yea its probably me , left my car at mac to finish up some work

Great pics btw xD

Quote:

Originally Posted by Point N Shoot

I could be wrong, it had ur wheels, ur roof rack,
with an mtech bumper dropped, if thats u,
I came by a few weeks ago to MAC,
to discuss a few things and I believe one of the BMWS
in front was urs..

Thank you sir,
Ive been good, shooting and shooting, working and working,
wait till you see my new shit Ill be posting today..
From Formula Drift

Exclusivs · 06-29-2010, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Derek@MAC Auto Couture

Just a little clarification-
When we spoke I did not decline the job, but I did bring up the possibility of it cracking over time. We stand by all of our work 100%- so we are always up front with our thoughts and any issues that may come into play later. We've done 1000's of moldings and know what to look out for when trying to join two different materials (ie- steel and fiber or poly).
Good luck with your project!

Thanks again! I appreciate you taking the time out to show me around your shop and facility. Top notch would be an understatement in that category. All high end cars, great machines, all around great looking place. Even copped some T-shirts for free too that Joe hooked me up with!

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