is there anyway to have the doors go straight up? not swing out first. i really, really, REALLY dislike them swinging out and then up. you guys think there would be any way to modify the windows or roof so the doors could just flip straight up? i think that would be the best, and most useful door mod.
is there anyway to have the doors go straight up? not swing out first. i really, really, REALLY dislike them swinging out and then up. you guys think there would be any way to modify the windows or roof so the doors could just flip straight up? i think that would be the best, and most useful door mod.
i'm sure its possible but there is alot of custom work there..
is there anyway to have the doors go straight up? not swing out first. i really, really, REALLY dislike them swinging out and then up. you guys think there would be any way to modify the windows or roof so the doors could just flip straight up? i think that would be the best, and most useful door mod.
That's different VDC set-up similar to the Real Lamborghini doors and will not work with a Fiero w/o major modification due tot he Fiero roof line being in the way. Otherwise.....?
Edit: I forgot. This is a Fiero "only" thread.
[This message has been edited by madcurl (edited 06-04-2006).]
Originally posted by madcurl: That's different VDC set-up similar to the Real Lamborghini doors and will not work with a Fiero w/o major modification due tot he Fiero roof line being in the way. Otherwise.....?
Dihedral-syncro-helix actuation doors is the proper term for them.
weird name... lol
i could actually make a kit to do that... that was one of my designes, to make it come out and up like that..
I've had an opportunity to take look at a stripped koenigsegg and I don't think there's any way you can make a bolt on hinge that works like that on the fiero without cutting up the entire car. The koenigsegg mechanism goes into the front fender and a long way into the frame.... there's gas shocks and aluminum/titanium arms everywhere and I couldn't even figure out how the latch works, it loose and moves a bit, I think the latch has gas shocks inside the door to pull the door down and in into position. The door just twist into closed position in one motion, it's like it's attached to a huge threaded bolt but still not beause the door even moves backwards when closing it. It works so smooth it's ridiculous! If anyone builds a bolt on kit that work like those, I wouldn't hesitate a second to buy a set...or two. As it is know I don't like the lambo kits, to flimsy and most of them has the "open out and lift up" motion. I bought a kit of eBay to put on a c5 Corvette but I ended up selling it to a Honda guy that moded it to fit his car.
I've had an opportunity to take look at a stripped koenigsegg and I don't think there's any way you can make a bolt on hinge that works like that on the fiero without cutting up the entire car. The koenigsegg mechanism goes into the front fender and a long way into the frame.... there's gas shocks and aluminum/titanium arms everywhere and I couldn't even figure out how the latch works, it loose and moves a bit, I think the latch has gas shocks inside the door to pull the door down and in into position. The door just twist into closed position in one motion, it's like it's attached to a huge threaded bolt but still not beause the door even moves backwards when closing it. It works so smooth it's ridiculous! If anyone builds a bolt on kit that work like those, I wouldn't hesitate a second to buy a set...or two. As it is know I don't like the lambo kits, to flimsy and most of them has the "open out and lift up" motion. I bought a kit of eBay to put on a c5 Corvette but I ended up selling it to a Honda guy that moded it to fit his car.
i need a close up view of how it works... video would be nice too heh.. i'm sure its possible.
Who has butterfly Doors? Anyone? I searched I called but nothing, I would be extremely impressed w/ butterflies. ( For example Mercedes McLaren, Mclaren F1 etc...)
Who has butterfly Doors? Anyone? I searched I called but nothing, I would be extremely impressed w/ butterflies. ( For example Mercedes McLaren, Mclaren F1 etc...)
Who has butterfly Doors? Anyone? I searched I called but nothing, I would be extremely impressed w/ butterflies. ( For example Mercedes McLaren, Mclaren F1 etc...)
no aftermarket company makes them yet, i have a design for a kit though should be able to make it yet this year.. since i actually have some money now..
Once you see how they actually work its pretty easy. Try surfin for vertical doors on the net and look for installation instructions. They will give you pic that you could blowup and print then make you own. I have a homemade pair on my probe, they open just far enough to clear the inside door handle and go up almost to 90 degrees. 40 dollars in steel, and regular gas charged door struts (I used 2 150lb on each). placement of the struts is challenging, I had to drill and tap a couple of holes but then just welded them up before painting. Tunerracing or GT factory are also good options, they are simple bolt together components that anyone could make in their home garage.
I hate posting so close to that beautiful car above me, but here is my latest project. I just bought it and I have a lot to learn about Lambo doors. One of the brackets joining the strut to the hinge popped, so the door does not stay up.
The door does not open very wide or high, and I am not sure of what kind of hinge it is. I think he said something about being a Honda kit or something. Any experts out there?
More photos coming when I get her on the road (hopefully next week)
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Who has butterfly Doors? Anyone? I searched I called but nothing, I would be extremely impressed w/ butterflies. ( For example Mercedes McLaren, Mclaren F1 etc...)
The biggest problem is one hinge is on the roof. Kinda hard to do with a car that has no window frame.
i just spent a whoooole lot of time looking at the AMAZING cars on this thread. i have to say, i am very blown away! buuuut it also makes me kind of sad because i have no money
and Saxman, OMG! that is the most beautiful purple car color ive ever seen!!!!! holy crap!
Thanks for the information FieroGTRwideboby. Do you know what year of civic predrilled? Found these on Decah website 1992 - 1995 Honda Civic also Del Sol 1996 - 2000 Honda Civic 2001 - 2005 Honda Civic Could be the same?
I am 90% sure that it is the 92-95 predrilled kit. Although half of the drilled wholes lined up it is not a direct bolt on, there is modification required.
I need a new pair of these:
He should do that forsure... 
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I saw earlier in the thread about the modifications. May have to talk to my body shop guy. 
