Group 44 xjs street clone
#42
John,
How are the molds coming along?
I've been thinking about your hood, and I was wondering if you have more photos of it, namely a low-angle side view of it on the car, to see how it looks in profile, and a view of the underside.
Will it be a lightweight, lift-off unit, or, will it be reinforced enough that the hydraulic struts, and stock hood latch can be used?
Thanks.
How are the molds coming along?
I've been thinking about your hood, and I was wondering if you have more photos of it, namely a low-angle side view of it on the car, to see how it looks in profile, and a view of the underside.
Will it be a lightweight, lift-off unit, or, will it be reinforced enough that the hydraulic struts, and stock hood latch can be used?
Thanks.
#43
Here is a rough 1st sketch of what I am planning for JagZilla. Although many of the fine details are absent from the sketch (such as the later Group44 style side pipes), I think it pretty well conveys the look and attitude I'm going for.
Attachment 114267
I hope to see many future posts from you.
Attachment 114267
I hope to see many future posts from you.
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JagZilla (08-13-2015)
#44
Forgive me if this has already been mentioned, but do you plan to recreate the front lower panels with an integrated front spoiler as the original had?
#45
#46
I do love body work, and I'm following this thread with great interest. I've never learned or been taught all of the mechanical intricacies of cars, but I can sculpt and sand with the best of 'em, so Jaguar body kits and possible body modifications are of real interest to me.
It's hard to say which body kit is the "best" to me. The Lister kits are functional and do look nice enough from certain angles to give the car a classy sportiness, but also can make the car look boxy from other angles. The Arden kits are beautiful to me, not too outrageous, and blend well with the car. But as rare as they are, a Group 44 kit has never been offered before, and it's really nice that it's now available as an option. The flares don't pretend to blend in with the car's existing lines, but instead fulfill a functional role and give the car a very muscular look. It's great to have options.
#47
John,
Any updates on this project?
Have you made any more progress on producing these pieces, or, developed a pricing structure for individual pieces, as well as a full kit? I know how hard it must be to find time to work on your own project when your business is to maintain and modify other people's cars.
Any updates on this project?
Have you made any more progress on producing these pieces, or, developed a pricing structure for individual pieces, as well as a full kit? I know how hard it must be to find time to work on your own project when your business is to maintain and modify other people's cars.
#48
Jaguar XJ-S Group44 bodykit wanted
Hello guys
My name is David and I'm from Czech Republic (Europe). I'm racing XJ-S TWR replica here in Europe and want to build a replica of Group44 XJ-S (DBRC team | company).
I learned from PPC magazine (08/2015) that a man called John Lyster is able to supply it. Could you help me to locate him? Could it be you SBL Specialities?
Best,
David
My name is David and I'm from Czech Republic (Europe). I'm racing XJ-S TWR replica here in Europe and want to build a replica of Group44 XJ-S (DBRC team | company).
I learned from PPC magazine (08/2015) that a man called John Lyster is able to supply it. Could you help me to locate him? Could it be you SBL Specialities?
Best,
David
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Flint Ironstag (05-23-2018)
#49
Hello guys
My name is David and I'm from Czech Republic (Europe). I'm racing XJ-S TWR replica here in Europe and want to build a replica of Group44 XJ-S (DBRC team | company)Attachment 135460.
I learned from PPC magazine (08/2015) that a man called John Lyster is able to supply it. Could you help me to locate him? Could it be you SBL Specialities?
Best,
David
My name is David and I'm from Czech Republic (Europe). I'm racing XJ-S TWR replica here in Europe and want to build a replica of Group44 XJ-S (DBRC team | company)Attachment 135460.
I learned from PPC magazine (08/2015) that a man called John Lyster is able to supply it. Could you help me to locate him? Could it be you SBL Specialities?
Best,
David
Welcome to the forum.
That is the correct John. The name of his business is JBL Specialty Automotive in Dulles, Virginia. He now has a website with contact information, but, he doesn't mention anything about Jags on it. The phone number on the website matches the phone number I have for him in my cell phone, so, I know it is correct. I had a long telephone conversation with him in 2015, but, I haven't heard from him since then. He is the man who created the original famous Group44 flares, so he is definitely the man you want to have making the flares for your replica.
Good luck, and, please post photos and details of your replica. I'm sure that I am not the only person here who would like to follow your progress.
Last edited by JagZilla; 09-04-2016 at 06:34 PM.
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