NSX-R mesh engine cover measurements

[GBL1]

Does anyone here have a Type-R mesh engine cover (authentic or reproduction) that would not mind taking and reporting some measurements off it for me?

I acquired a rear engine cover that had already been modified with all the fuzz sanded off, a trapezoid opening cut, and then painted bright red (see attached pic). I want to cut it out EXACTLY like a Type-R cover, add the wire mesh, then paint it flat black to put on my car. I want to make it authentic as possible (see other pic) so I need the measurements...or better yet, a paper pattern template of the cut-out opening that I could use to mark the opening to enlarge this one to.

Thanks in advance...

 

[tof]

To make it a true "authentic" reproduction you will need the Type-R prop rod assembly. If you cut the oem cover to Type-R measurements you will not be able to remount the oem prop rod. Also you will find it difficult to keep the mesh from sagging over time in such a large opening.

I like your general idea though and you may be able to overcome these issues. Please keep us posted on your progress.

 

[Honcho]

Use metal, not plastic, mesh to avoid sagging. Make sure you use a good adhesive to fix the mesh to the cover- one that can withstand heat cycles and weather/moisture. Maybe a black window caulk? SOS can probably send you a paper trace. As tof said, you will need to order the NSX-R prop bar from Honda- it is available.

 

[GBL1]

To make it a true "authentic" reproduction you will need the Type-R prop rod assembly. If you cut the oem cover to Type-R measurements you will not be able to remount the oem prop rod. Also you will find it difficult to keep the mesh from sagging over time in such a large opening.

I like your general idea though and you may be able to overcome these issues. Please keep us posted on your progress.

Oh yeah, I'll end up with a prop rod like that...or some other similar idea.

And I plan on making sure the mesh is so secure that it won't sag...I'm thinking holding it in place with fiberglass resin instead of some type of silicone seal / epoxy / glue.

I'll post pics...


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[synergy004]

Oh yeah, I'll end up with a prop rod like that...or some other similar idea.

And I plan on making sure the mesh is so secure that it won't sag...I'm thinking holding it in place with fiberglass resin instead of some type of silicone seal / epoxy / glue.

I'll post pics...


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George,

I will give you a call today.

Gil

 

[ENT]

FWIW - I've used high temp silicone on engine covers in the past without any issues.

 

[GBL1]

Use metal, not plastic, mesh to avoid sagging. Make sure you use a good adhesive to fix the mesh to the cover- one that can withstand heat cycles and weather/moisture. Maybe a black window caulk? SOS can probably send you a paper trace. As tof said, you will need to order the NSX-R prop bar from Honda- it is available.

What's that prop rod from Honda running now-a-days?

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George,

I will give you a call today.

Gil

Sure...if I'm not in, or it's after hours, my cell is 214.629.1299.

Got a spare prop rod laying around?

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