Hi Guys,
running a small production run of these for the North American AAN community.
I have outlined the options on FB but here they are again.
I have 4 options here and would like feedback on which is the best course of action.
OPTION 1: Similar to what I do for the 1.8T’s
Using the OEM dipstick.
I could provide you with a 2 piece construction that uses 2 set screws and pinches the metal part of your dipstick.
Pros :
- Rough cost = $50
- 1 piece design for the dip stick handle
Cons: it will retain some of the OEM plastic , specifically where the oring sits. If you pull too hard , you could pull the handle right off the dipstick unless you use JB weld (hack)
OPTION 2:
An extension of Option 1 , but we make the whole lower portion that the dipstick handle will screw into.
Pros :
- Rough cost = $60
- 1 piece design for the dip stick handle
Cons: Still uses set screws to hold onto a flat piece of steel (your oem dipstick) so again you could pull the handle right off if you pull too hard.
OPTION 3:
Using the design shown below , 1 half is machined with pegs and 1 half is machined with a bore . When pressed together they sandwhich the metal part of the dipstick between the 2 halves.
Pros : uses your OEM dipstick entirely.
Cons :
For those that want powder coated orange , it requires a core.
It is 2 halves so if you don’t press fit them properly , there will be an overhang.
Rough Cost = $65 or $80 for those who want an orange dipstick.
For the guys who want anodized / raw . I can send you the machined pieces and you press them together but without a mold , you might damage the finish of the aluminum.
OPTION 4:
Making a whole new dipstick.
This would be a whole new construction similar to what I make for the 1.8T community.
i.e.cable with a pressed aluminum indicator and handle glued to the cable.
Pros : Cheap - $40
Cons : Minimum 100 people to make it worth while.
Rough cost
let me know what you guys think.
running a small production run of these for the North American AAN community.
I have outlined the options on FB but here they are again.
I have 4 options here and would like feedback on which is the best course of action.
OPTION 1: Similar to what I do for the 1.8T’s
Using the OEM dipstick.
I could provide you with a 2 piece construction that uses 2 set screws and pinches the metal part of your dipstick.
Pros :
- Rough cost = $50
- 1 piece design for the dip stick handle
Cons: it will retain some of the OEM plastic , specifically where the oring sits. If you pull too hard , you could pull the handle right off the dipstick unless you use JB weld (hack)
OPTION 2:
An extension of Option 1 , but we make the whole lower portion that the dipstick handle will screw into.
Pros :
- Rough cost = $60
- 1 piece design for the dip stick handle
Cons: Still uses set screws to hold onto a flat piece of steel (your oem dipstick) so again you could pull the handle right off if you pull too hard.
OPTION 3:
Using the design shown below , 1 half is machined with pegs and 1 half is machined with a bore . When pressed together they sandwhich the metal part of the dipstick between the 2 halves.
Pros : uses your OEM dipstick entirely.
Cons :
For those that want powder coated orange , it requires a core.
It is 2 halves so if you don’t press fit them properly , there will be an overhang.
Rough Cost = $65 or $80 for those who want an orange dipstick.
For the guys who want anodized / raw . I can send you the machined pieces and you press them together but without a mold , you might damage the finish of the aluminum.
OPTION 4:
Making a whole new dipstick.
This would be a whole new construction similar to what I make for the 1.8T community.
i.e.cable with a pressed aluminum indicator and handle glued to the cable.
Pros : Cheap - $40
Cons : Minimum 100 people to make it worth while.
Rough cost
let me know what you guys think.
Comment