Click here to return to the home page.
Morgan Aero 8
Who's Online Now
6 members (DCH, RichardV6, jejemek, sezznowt, High Hamster, ScottMellor), 244 guests, and 78 robots.
Key: Admin, Global Mod, Mod
Top Posters(30 Days)
+8Rich 94
Newest Members
Scot_SJI, Jimmers, Breen60, Davidmog, Stevecarr
9,596 Registered Users
Newest Topics
3.7 Roadster Greasing Q
by ScottMellor - 26/08/26 05:31 PM
Goodbye Dolly
by Clipper - 25/08/26 09:57 PM
Hot start .... vapour lock
by Pittsartist - 25/08/26 08:00 PM
Immobiliser
by Clipper - 25/08/26 12:42 PM
Monza style fuel cap
by Lionel Mandrake - 25/08/26 09:01 AM
UK car tax on CX Plus Four - bit of a rant
by Neil A - 25/08/26 07:33 AM
tow bar
by G Walker - 24/08/26 06:52 PM
Latest Photos
tow bar
tow bar
by G Walker, August 24
Prescott double anniversary
Prescott double anniversary
by CooperMan, August 18
Air Crash Sites: Cairngorms
Air Crash Sites: Cairngorms
by RedThree, August 13
Four-seater luggage rack
Four-seater luggage rack
by Soleng, August 9
New M3W orange 2012
New M3W orange 2012
by jejemek, August 7
Forum Statistics
Forums39
Topics49,836
Posts837,274
Members9,596
Most Online1,063
Jun 14th, 2026
Today's Birthdays
FitFourfour
Previous Thread
Next Thread
Print Thread
Page 4 of 6 1 2 3 4 5 6
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 2,033
Likes: 23
Talk Morgan Expert
Offline
Talk Morgan Expert
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 2,033
Likes: 23
Originally Posted by James B W
wrapping the complicated curves of the console would be tricky and probably best left to a pro.;I'm still not convinced it would look 'right' when/if completed .....

I investigated hydrographic dipping a while back as I think this would solve some of the issues with curves, etc.-

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_transfer_printing

Sadly, at the time, an 'engine turned' pattern was not available.

Kevin, having re-ignited my interest in this,I have found this guy in the States who does custom graphics for dipping -

https://www.fractalcamo.com/store/p201/Turned_Silver_Leaf_Pattern.html

You would still need to either buy a dipping kit or (probably more realistic) supply the custom film to a local dip specialist.

As the console gets a lot of wear/abuse, the 'dip' could then be 2K lacquered to give it a bit more resilience

Still a lot cheaper than a new console (if they were even available confused2 )

James



Funnily enough I was just about to recommend hydrographic dipping, took the words out of my mouth! thumbs

Personally thought I would still have it returned by an aluminium specialist, there will be someone who can do it.. and keeps it original then.


Aero 8 GTN #11

"What we do in life.. echoes in eternity."
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 1,767
Likes: 21
Talk Morgan Enthusiast
Offline
Talk Morgan Enthusiast
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 1,767
Likes: 21
Originally Posted by KevinMcR
Forget that I see they do provide custom services so have contacted them and will let you know when I hear back from them.


- yes, I spotted it first because he can/will match any design.I then noticed he had an engine turned pattern already available.....

If the cost is not exorbitant,I would be inclined to get him to match the dash panel exactly (or as near as the process allows).

I have several versions of engine turned 'wrap' (one bought from the States at great expense!) and none of them look 'right' swear

Let me know how you get on with your query and I'll probably chip in for some of the film too - help split the costs.... thumbs

James


Aero8 , Series 1 - Boston Green
RR Evoque P300E Autobiography
Smart Brabus Convertible
Monkey Z125
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
L - Learner Plates On
OP Offline
L - Learner Plates On
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
Can anyone tell me if their S1 rubber door seals have a small gap mid centre bottom under the door drainage hole? New seals working very well but noticed after washing lots more water when opening door so it must be getting trapped.

Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 5,945
Likes: 28
H
Charter Member
Offline
Charter Member
H
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 5,945
Likes: 28
When we produced polished or matt finish stainless steel sheet for pressworking we used to apply a plastic film to the surface. Cant remember what it was called - too many years ago, but the point is that you can form metal with fancy surfaces and not destroy them by plastic coating.before forming and removing the film afterwards.

Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
L - Learner Plates On
OP Offline
L - Learner Plates On
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
Hello Howard. I think the issue with the forming of the console is that the press isn't available to form the console and the price would be high to produce one with possibly very little return so even if we could form it from flat turned panels using the method you described what would the cost be and would anyone take on the initial expense?

Cain did explain to me the reason for the cost was that producing the turned metal was time consuming skilled work but I was still gobsmacked by the price at nearly a thousand pounds if one were available. Also if I did bite the bullet and spend the cash and as James has said the console takes a lot of abuse and ends up in a scruffy scratched state very quickly with no chance of polishing defects out without destroying the turned finish.

Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 1,415
Has a lot to Say!
Offline
Has a lot to Say!
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 1,415
A grand? Seriously?

I’m happy to do one offs at dramatically less than that

Simon@sifab.co.uk
Sifabtemporary @gmail.com


Simon @ Sifab.co.uk

Sifabtemporary@gmail.com
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
L - Learner Plates On
OP Offline
L - Learner Plates On
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
Price I was quoted was 795 plus VAT Simon. Is a replacement with same form possible then?

Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 1,415
Has a lot to Say!
Offline
Has a lot to Say!
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 1,415
Originally Posted by KevinMcR
Price I was quoted was 795 plus VAT Simon. Is a replacement with same form possible then?


I’m on daddy duties today but I’m back in the workshop tomorrow, give me a buzz to discuss...

Simon @ SiFab.co.uk
Sifabtemporary @gmail.com


Simon @ Sifab.co.uk

Sifabtemporary@gmail.com
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
L - Learner Plates On
OP Offline
L - Learner Plates On
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
Cheers Simon. Will call tomorrow.

Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
L - Learner Plates On
OP Offline
L - Learner Plates On
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 198
Likes: 1
Have had chat with Simon and if I send him my console he is willing to use it to make a mould and form a new turned console for me. He has said it will be around the £300 mark and we can cover it with ppf for more durability.

James if you are interested he is happy to make 2 from my mould as is as easy as 1. He is busy getting everything in shape at the moment so I've to call him in a couple of weeks to agree a date to send the console to him.

My car doesn't have the tpms any more so he can convert the hole to a trinket tray or something else more useful at the same time so big result I think.

Page 4 of 6 1 2 3 4 5 6

Moderated by  TalkMorgan 

Link Copied to Clipboard
Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.5