SSR Hood Emblem Stud Protection/Dress-Up:

Alex05SSR · 12-14-2008, 05:00 PM

I don't know about the rest of you, but I grew weary of banging my head

on the 3 exposed threaded studs on the back side of the SSR "Chevrolet" hood emblem. Plus, I've always disliked the looks of the threaded studs themselves. (See post #18 of this thread for before and after photos.)

We'll I've come up with a solution that works for me on both counts. First, while this solution can't prevent you from hitting them with you head, nevertheless the blow and potential damage to your scalp should be substantailly minimized. Second, I believe that this solution dresses things up nicely.

If any of you are interested, I'm selling the set of 3 stud protectors for $12.00 to fanatics. The price includes shipping. What you will get is as follows:

1. Three (3) @ 1/2" long pieces of 3/8" diameter Taylor "Sho-Tuff" chrome split conduit.....the good stuff that doesn't flake or chip.
2. Three (3) chrome steel bolt caps with pre-glued in inserts forming a flush outer surface so that they are ready to be pushed on and screwed into place.

I've attached a close up photo of one of the installed assemblies. I've had mine on for about 1-1/2 months.

Send me a PM if interested.

Alex

jiro43 · 12-16-2008, 12:16 PM

Alex I just PM you regarding your reply thanks jiro 43

Beach potato · 12-16-2008, 01:35 PM

Please include me...Great idea..

PM sent

Alex05SSR · 12-16-2008, 08:03 PM

Thanks, guys!

Your sets of "studly protectors"

will be mailed out to you both tomorrow.

Jgrden · 12-16-2008, 09:50 PM

I am going to check mine tomorrow. If they look bad, I'l PM you. Sounds good to me though.

jiro43 · 12-20-2008, 05:34 PM

Alex
Got the stud protectors install and they look great. better then having 3 screws hanging down over your head... GREAT job alex.. thanks again
jiro 43

Alex05SSR · 12-21-2008, 09:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jiro43

Alex
Got the stud protectors install and they look great. better then having 3 screws hanging down over your head... GREAT job alex.. thanks again
jiro 43

Thanks! Glad you like them.

Jgrden · 12-21-2008, 11:36 AM

Thank you for contacting me in quick manner. I sent the money PayPal and you have my address.

Alex05SSR · 12-21-2008, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jgrden

Thank you for contacting me in quick manner. I sent the money PayPal and you have my address.

You're welcome, John! Your set will be mailed out to you tomorrow.

OP · 12-23-2008, 02:32 PM

Thank you and as your FIRST OFFICIAL CUSTOMER, I want to say it was a pleasure doing business with you. Received the product today and am very pleased.
Have a great Christmas!!!

Beach potato · 12-23-2008, 03:50 PM

Fast mail even during Christmas...I got them 4 days ago and put them on in just minutes as your instructions are perfect. Actually these are the PERFECT touch Alex as I just replaced everything upfront exterior from satin to shiny chrome/StainlessSteel. I got the "Chevrolet" chrome grille piece and the spear covers with chromed 'billet' grille from Gary, vetteman69 and now have the best looking 06 Aqua Blur 6speed in the state of FLORIDA.
Great dress-up item but it really helps me already with the back of my head. I have torn off pieces of scalp/hair as I am 6'2"+ and not much room for a tall guy bending over...as you know so well

Alex...

All Fanatics should get this item from Alex
You are now Officially in the 'SSR Anonymous' Membership! Welcome.

Beach potato · 12-23-2008, 04:11 PM

Alex by designing and making this item for others of the SSR Forum Family to use and enjoy...I have the Honor of announcing that you are a member of SSR ANONYMOUS - "I have a problem". You have publicly shown and admitted that you have earned the privilege of being able to: Provide understanding and comfort to those SSR FANATICS who have also come to the same realization or need support through their "Awakening".

As a member of SSR ANONYMOUS - you are Honor Bound by 'The Code' to listen knowingly while others share their Love, problems, descriptions of newly installed parts, bling and performance upgrades and any other shared topics of the SSR Roadster Truck.

...The Code: When it is time to share their own, A Member of SSR ANONYMOUS may explain, share and embellish His/Her problem to the extent that it helps other Fanatics understand their own. God Bless America.

Welcome to the Membership....

Regards, George

XSELER8 · 12-23-2008, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beach potato

Alex by designing and making this item for others of the SSR Forum Family to use and enjoy...I have the Honor of announcing that you are a member of SSR ANONYMOUS - "I have a problem". You have publicly shown and admitted that you have earned the privilege of being able to: Provide understanding and comfort to those SSR FANATCS who have also come to the same realization or need support through their "Awakening".

As a member of SSR ANONYMOUS - you are Honor Bound by 'The Code' to listen knowingly while others share their Love, problems, descriptions of newly installed parts, bling and performance upgrades and any other shared topics of the SSR Roadster Truck.

...The Code: When it is time to share their own, A Member of SSR ANONYMOUS may explain, share and embellish His/Her problem to the extent that it helps other Fanatics understand their own. God Bless America. Welcome to the Membership....

Regards, George

How bout a talk show?..........for members with issues. I swore and took an oath stating I'm finished with my R other than wash & polishing. Thing is...I won't put that in writing.

Alex05SSR · 12-23-2008, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OP

Thank you and as your FIRST OFFICIAL CUSTOMER, I want to say it was a pleasure doing business with you. Received the product today and am very pleased.
Have a great Christmas!!!

Owen,

Man, I guess you Texans really do still get your mail delivered locally via "pony express".

Your set was the very first one that was mailed Monday of last week.....Christmas mail traffic or not, that's SLOW!

I'm glad that you like them. Thanks for being my "First Official Customer".

Alex

Alex05SSR · 12-23-2008, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beach potato

Alex by designing and making this item for others of the SSR Forum Family to use and enjoy...I have the Honor of announcing that you are a member of SSR ANONYMOUS - "I have a problem". You have publicly shown and admitted that you have earned the privilege of being able to: Provide understanding and comfort to those SSR FANATCS who have also come to the same realization or need support through their "Awakening".

As a member of SSR ANONYMOUS - you are Honor Bound by 'The Code' to listen knowingly while others share their Love, problems, descriptions of newly installed parts, bling and performance upgrades and any other shared topics of the SSR Roadster Truck.

...The Code: When it is time to share their own, A Member of SSR ANONYMOUS may explain, share and embellish His/Her problem to the extent that it helps other Fanatics understand their own. God Bless America. Welcome to the Membership....

Regards, George

George,

I'm glad that you are happy with them, both in "form and function".

Thanks for the "honorary membership" to the "SSR ANONYMOUS" CLAN. Since we now live in an acronym crazed world, I'm either a member "of SAC" or a "SAC of" ......

Man, as of tonight, I'm off on vacation for the rest of the year.....and feelin' good about it.

Alex

SLAMMER · 12-26-2008, 05:08 PM

Just got my stud head protectors and they look great under the hood. I have the chrome package so they are extra cool.

The hood liner also has the SSR in matching slingshot and red for the indentations from Doc.

JT

Alex05SSR · 12-26-2008, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JTSSR

Just got my stud head protectors and they look great under the hood. I have the chrome package so they are extra cool.

The hood liner also has the SSR in matching slingshot and red for the indentations from Doc.

JT

JT,

I'm glad you're happy with them.

Don't be bashful now, about showing them off.

Thanks,

Alex

Dicktator · 12-27-2008, 11:40 AM

I got mine the other day and installed them this morning.

Before and after pictures.

Should win another trophy.

Dicktator

abadssr · 12-27-2008, 12:48 PM

you know guys the girls are gonna get mad if you cover up all the studs

Alex05SSR · 12-27-2008, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dick Bellville

I got mine the other day and installed them this morning.

Before and after pictures.

Should win another trophy.

Dicktator

Dick,

THANKS so much for posting the "before" and "after" photos. They're GREAT! That's what I should have done, but you've done it quite nicely for me.

I edited my initial post in this thread to reference your post #18.

Alex

Jgrden · 12-27-2008, 05:54 PM

Got mine today. I might install them tomorrow.

XSELER8 · 12-29-2008, 05:51 PM

Mine are on and looking good. Thanks Alex. And thanks for always finding a new level of improving & upgrading the coolest looking ride on the planet. Our SSR's.

Jgrden · 12-29-2008, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jgrden

Got mine today. I might install them tomorrow.

Installed in five minutes. Look good and should be permanent. Thanks.

PapaWalker · 12-31-2008, 05:07 PM

Alex - Received Stud Protectors 2-days ago as promised. Just took time to install and the instructions actually took longer. They add to one's SSR whether you have chrome or satin finishes. As others have said they look great and for the price can't be beat. Thanks!

AC Rob · 12-31-2008, 05:32 PM

Got mine last week, and they look great.

Thank you Alex

Alex05SSR · 01-04-2009, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C1Trob

Got mine last week, and they look great.

Thank you Alex

Rob,

Glad you like 'em.

Thanks for posting the photo. It's another good shot of how they look installed.

Alex

dolenz · 01-04-2009, 03:28 PM

You Must Have A Big Head,have You Tried A Helmet

waysouth6speed · 01-04-2009, 05:39 PM

Hmmm... I don't think Alex has a big head. It looks pretty much about the right size for his body. He is tall afterall.

So... where did you get that impression?

Not having a happy new year?

Dicktator · 01-04-2009, 06:17 PM

Annie,

That may not be the "Big Head" they are talking about.

Dicktator

mike radovic · 01-04-2009, 06:48 PM

It's better to have a big head then someone with a big mouth who talks out the rear.