Opinions Needed! Wiper motor cover.

[riprodder]

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Hey everyone,
I've been trying to dress up my engine bay for a while now like I know a lot of you have and there's one part that is just ugly and there's not a lot that can be done with it. That is the wiper motor. It just hangs up on the firewall with all it's jumbled wire mess and just generally pulls that corner of the bay down. So I was thinking of making an ABS plastic cover to hide the body of it. It would go over the red outlined area in the pic.
Anyway, what I was wondering is that if I were to make some of these would anyone else be interested too. I think I could make them for about $35 shipped. Please let me know what you think. Thanks.

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/riprodder/Wipermotor240sx.jpg

[harrypotter]

I have been thinking of fully deleting my wiper system. Just would suck to rain-x windshield constantly and have to worry about getting a ticket.

So I am interested, make it and let's see pics!

[chiboy002]

why not paint it all black and be done with it lol

i, for one, never notice wiper motors in engine bays

or paint it black and extend the wires/plug away from it

[leung]

word, if the rest of the bay looks good no one really notices the wiper motor. But the idea does seem nice though.

[kalypso123]

you could fab a cover and screw it back on with the same screws that attach it to the fire wall.

...or paint it black

[Drift_86]

I wouldn't worry about that your engine bay looks way to dirty anyways

[Om1kron]

I'll eventually just have a carbon or fiberglass cover to put over that thing.

[SupaDoopa]

Heat tape after you dress up your engine bay. Be a baller.

[chiboy002]

unless you're running a jz there is no heat on that side
thus making you look like a retard

[G35_S13_Coupe]

delete it, fill the hole and run aqua-pel. shit works great on the windows

[SupaDoopa]

Wow, br0. You're good at picking up sarcasm.

[riprodder]

Thanks for the input.

Kalypso123, that was what I was thinking of too, using the existing bolts to mount the cover. And as for my dirty engine bay, That's not the one on my project car, I just needed a pic real quick last night. Actually I just powder coated the motor case a custom chrome / black chrome blend so it's looking better already but the body still needs help.

The "Paint it black" idea is probably the easiest way to help hide it but it doesn't really have that finished look and the wiring connector is still exposed.

If I make this, I will get a spare motor and vacuum form the cover over the body so it should fit really well. It will be made of black ABS plastic with either a smooth or textured finish.

I suppose if someone wanted to they could get some of that carbon fiber vinyl wrap and wrap it. That would look good too.

[riprodder]

Here's a pic of mine. I just slid the motor case back on for the pic but haven't bolted it all back down yet.

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/riprodder/Wipermotor240sxChrome.jpg

[Matej]

It seems it would attract even more attention painted chrome, especially in a black engine bay.

The wiring to the connector can be extended thus allowing one to hide the connector in the windshield motor tray, and run the harness to it behind the firewall.

[Walperstyle]

Rain X. I don't get how you guys buy that stuff. Its basically a light Oil you are spraying on your windshield. I'd rather not have oil streaks on my car.

[riprodder]

I never thought of extending the connector. Now that you mention it, the rivets could be drilled out and the wires extended without much trouble.

Either way, whether connector tuck or plastic cover, it will look a lot better than it does now.

[harrypotter]

What's the status of your prototype?

[riprodder]

I haven't started it yet, but it's on my list of things to do. I recently got distracted in powder coating lots of stuff in my engine bay, thus my interest in making the wiper motor look good too. I'll post up here once I get something going.

[ThatGuy]

General consensus:

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[Walperstyle]

^ha, perfect

[blueshark123]

i would buy one for a s14

[riprodder]

"Paint it black" I like that. Tiz funny. But painting it and tucking the connector involves more effort that a bolt on cover I think. At least its more effort once the prototype one has been perfected.

[Bubba]

If you think there is a possible market, make it. Hell, I may even get one for the S13 depending on how it turns out.

Glad to see there are more innovative people still walking around these days instead of a trail full of followers.

[KiLLeR2001]

I have a spare s13 wiper motor laying around that I just spray bombed gloss black. We'll see how it looks in a couple months when I yank my engine out and clean up my entire engine bay.

[kalypso123]

Thanks for the input.

Kalypso123, that was what I was thinking of too, using the existing bolts to mount the cover.

yea... pretty much

but ideally tho, you should just tuck everything else and leave the wiper motor.

motor heads don't mind. Its really the harness, fuse boxes, PS resevoir, and ect that come first.

[riprodder]

Here's an update on the progress. I vacuum molded the first cover today but the plastic I used is a little too thick and it didn't pull in tight enough around the bolt holes. I'm going to try again once I get some more plastic in a couple of days. But at least you can get an idea of what it will look like

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/riprodder/Vacuumformeds13wipercover1stattempt007.jpg

[Drifting-pedobear]

while the idea might be silly, you actually doing something, making something yourself is very commendable. and for that i wish to say awesome job, keep it up.

[chiboy002]

that looks reallly good compared to what i imagined
good luck

[RandallSharp]

Cool idea. Props for actually doing rather than only talking.

[silviaks2nr]

can you make it out of black nontextured styrene? would be much cheaper and easier to form. and I will buy one

[riprodder]

I got some white non textured high impact styrene today. Sorry but the black was special order and I'm too anxious to perfect this, but I'll probably paint it black for the finished product. I'll post a pick when I form one later.

[nismoracingsx]

Put me down for a purchase once you get it right.

[blueshark123]

any for s14. i have a extra motor for a s14 you can keep if you make me one

[riprodder]

Not yet but If you want to mail me your motor I'll make you the first one. Just let me finish up with this one first.

[nismoracingsx]

Any suggestions on doing a vacuum molding setup? I looked this up and looks like something I might use more than once = ).

[blueshark123]

ok just let me know

[riprodder]

It's a little more involved then the 30 sec. you tube videos show. After you build a vacuum plate or box the size of the part you want to make, you have to build a "from scratch" model of something you want to make or in this case you have to go through the ever long process of removing any under cuts on part (wiper motor) you want to copy so that the plastic will release from it after it cools. I used clay and card stock to reshape the wiper motor into something that could be molded. Now I've made a plaster copy of it out of the plastic part I pulled off of the motor. The plaster will let me tweek the final shape just right so that when I make the finished product it won't have the waviness of the clay in it or any other imperfections I find. Then I can either keep using the plaster one to make parts or I can cast a fiberglass copy if I need something a little more durable.

[Flicktitty]

looking forward to seeing the finished product.

[Big Zee]

Rain X. I don't get how you guys buy that stuff. Its basically a light Oil you are spraying on your windshield. I'd rather not have oil streaks on my car.

no oil streaks, a bit of hazing if its not properly buffed off right, but the first rain washes it off.
It's a glass polish, fills in the pores of the windsheild, so its a more smooth surface the water can't "cling" to it. works great in the showers also if you don't want to clean them a lot haha

[riprodder]

I've used rain x before too. You have to clean the glass exceptionally well. I recommend using Windex and wiping it off with newspaper before you apply it or else it will trap in anything on the glass. It does work really well for anywhere between three to six months.

But back to the main topic. I got to work on cleaning up my plaster model today. So far it's coming along nicely. I did have to add some to it because I wanted to clean up the connector area a little more but hopefully I'll be able to finish sculpting it tomorrow. I'll try to post a pic before I pull the first part off of it.

[riprodder]

I finally finished the plaster model. Here's a pic of it. I will try to form a part tomorrow if I have time after work.

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/riprodder/Vacuumformeds13wipercover005.jpg

[r33silvia]

lemme when you get the prototype right, i'll definately buy one man

[badbob2121]

Hm, i would probably be interested in buying a black one as well.

Cool idea

[scottie]

Cool idea. Never seen anyone do one like this. Interested in finished product.

[Trap Star]

I have been thinking of fully deleting my wiper system. Just would suck to rain-x windshield constantly and have to worry about getting a ticket.

So I am interested, make it and let's see pics!

It's not as bad as you would think. I did it in Tampa for a year without any major issues.

[pogstar]

any progress on this? Really cool idea!

[riprodder]

Sorry for not posting anything sooner but I got sick last week. Anyway, I formed two parts this weekend and they came out really nice. I'll post the pictures tomorrow once I have some better light.

[s13panic]

Not sure if it was in ur plans, but you may want to make some small vents on top of it so it doesnt overheat and prematurely wipe out the motor under constant duty. Nice work, def appreciate the solid effort.

[Jus Skott]

If you end up making these for people, PM this guy.

[riprodder]

OK folks. Here's the real deal. In these pics, first you'll see a couple of the loose covers, next you'll see the before and last is one with the cover installed. It's made from white styrene plastic and coated in Rustolium bed-liner coating for a nice slightly textured finish. Also as far as heat, the round (or chrome in this case) section of the motor is the part that would get hot if it even generates that much heat. It is not covered so additional ventilation is not needed. But thanks for the suggestion s13panic.

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/riprodder/Wipermotorcover009.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/riprodder/Wipermotorcover014.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/riprodder/Wipermotorcover024.jpg

[riprodder]

I will make some more this week and will post an ad this weekend. I will be charging $35 shipped for these. So look for my ad if you are interested. Thanks.

[Flicktitty]

fucking do want! Expect a PM from me shortly...

[dopplganger1]

well I'm pretty sure I'm sold on this, I'll be looking for the ad

[jbretz]

pm me details once you make more. count me in for one shipped.

[harrypotter]

Looks nice! I want to see a full engine bay pic of your car also.

[bejota180sx]

add me to the list for one of these, i thought i would look stupid but that last product looks nice...

[sidewayz240]

Good work man, that looks great. I'll be keeping an eye out for your ad.

[leung]

Very nice, down to buy one of these as well. Maybe you could also think about selling these unpainted, since I'm sure some people might want to color match the cover with their engine bays.

[Zenki_516]

Very nice work dude!!!

[projectblak]

I want one can u do them in other colors ?? PayPal ready for u Brutha good work, I like little detailed things like this ...

[Irresistible]

Looks nice, but not something I'd buy... I like my bay looking as shitty as possible with random stuff here and there for some reason... Hahaha.

[Razi]

Looks nice. Great work!
I'm down to buy one.

[riprodder]

I've been gearing up to make a run of parts tomorrow. I'm planning on making enough for everyone that said they wanted one plus a few more for anyone else that might be interested. I got some more plastic yesterday so I should have plenty.
Also, harrypotter, here's a pic of my bay. The sun was really bright so it's hard to tell, but my intake pipe and air filter case are painted gold similar to my valve cover. It's a custom ram air setup that I fabbed last year. The air intake come in from the K's scoop in the front bumper. It really made a difference, especially anything over 60mph.

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/riprodder/WipermotorcoverBo40engine006.jpg

[ILoveJDM]

good work!

[projectblak]

Are you offering these in other colors other than black or white? Would like a red one I possible lmk plz

[2iv0 sx]

Freakin sweet! I'll take one as well.

Clean engine bay too

[Project S13]

You sir are a genius. I'm down to also get one in gun metal if possible.

[riprodder]

These will be offered in black only but you are more than welcome to paint them whatever color you want. Gunmetal would be a nice look too.

[LOUD240]

Ok I will take one ,PM me when available and for payment!!!!!

[riprodder]

After working all day I now have the first run of wiper motor covers finished. Here's the link to my for sale ad:
http://zilvia.net/f/sale-items/440645-s13-wiper-motor-cover.html#post4570831

[bejota180sx]

Money sent

[Drifting-pedobear]

i am impressed. really awesome, more so because you are actually making stuff for our cars; the cover is really silly, but just awesome at the same time

ill be watching you to see what you come up with (stuff for s14s......... aka people with money ;) )

[Flicktitty]

Money sent, cannot wait to get this!

[s13 loverr]

Put me down for when you make an s14 cover.

[blueshark123]

i have the s14 motor I can send you for free as long as i get a cover for it =)

[badbob2121]

Just got my cover in yesterday. Very legit! Thanks

[Flicktitty]

Got mine saturday? and put it on. Looks great and fits very well. Just need to find that little black rubber boot over the connector. Forgive the rest of the engine bay mess.

Before:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y47/flicktitty/IMG_0853-1.jpg

After:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y47/flicktitty/IMG_0916.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y47/flicktitty/IMG_0933.jpg

[bejota180sx]

got mine today and love the quality! might just order some more as spares for the future!

[dopplganger1]

Finally got mine installed very impressed with how good the fitment is, looks great with my black wringle motor cover
(ignore all the crapy surrounding, its a work in progress and doesn't drive around like that)

Sent from my Bat-phone

[Razi]

I love mine as well.

You should see if you can make a copy of the fragile defrost vent at the back of the dashboard, by the windshield.

All the ones I've seen are either broken, or super fragile.

[Nissansota240]

You should see if you can make a copy of the fragile defrost vent at the back of the dashboard, by the windshield.

All the ones I've seen are either broken, or super fragile.

^ THIS would be A W E S O M E

[riprodder]

That defroster vent would be difficult for me to make, being it's injection molded plastic and I currently only have the set up for making vacuum formed plastic parts right now. I know what you mean about how brittle those vents are. I broke my first set when I installed my new dash and had a real hard time finding another pair.

Also If anyone is interested in S14 wiper motor covers I have those available now too:
http://zilvia.net/f/sale-items/454376-s14-s13-wiper-motor-covers-silvia-headlight-finish-panels-too.html

[niSm095]

I like this a lot! I'm in to buy one this week. I'll PM you asap