Walnut Accessories - new colour pics/and order details - Page 14

trebor · 10th November 2009, 18:05

just to pick up the last few questions:

the e bay price is not for our members, e mail Simon direct tell him you are a member of this club and a set is £50 plus £10 postage from Bulgaria

he will do individual pieces you need to e mail him for a price, again tell him you are a member here to get a better deal

the colour is a much much better match than the walnut dash, although its your money so you takes your choice, traditional walnut is browner in colour wheras the Rover walnut has a hint of red in it which is what Simon has been working on, i have been delighted with mine

the unit i have fitted in the car is an Xtrons face off with satnav, on e bay from seller Silvertech, i am about to get a freeview box for mine also from the same seller.

I have just sent over a front light unit for Simon to design a walnut cover for
and have received some samples of his chrome switch surrounds today, thay look really good, will get them fitted asap and take some pics when i will also confirm what they cost.

As i have said before i have nothing to do with Simons business in a commercial sense, but he has been a great find because he is semi retired and therefore by his own admission has the time to design new items, his service is excellent

ALPACA · 10th November 2009, 18:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by trebor

I have just sent over a front light unit for Simon to design a walnut cover for

That's the baby I am waiting for. Wondered if Simon could make some walnut hoops to cover the two light switches on the rear interior light?

It would look so much nicer with the hoops walnut covered

Departed · 10th November 2009, 19:40

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Originally Posted by tariq

Is the Walnut Dash Company kit one to avoid? (it is temptingly cheap)

IMO, the fit is a freshwater fish (Carp).

I have the Walnut dash one, and have ordered a new symphony plate from Simon. He has more than one 'no holes' version requested.

Someone asked about removing the symphony by removing the ATC first. I actually start by opening the cupholder or cigar lighter and remove the switch panel or blank. Then I can remove the ATC cover and then the ATC unit. Means I'm OK having no slots in the walnut, and I don't need to obtain the tools.

Teflon · 11th November 2009, 07:54

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Originally Posted by lowedb

Someone asked about removing the symphony by removing the ATC first. I actually start by opening the cupholder or cigar lighter and remove the switch panel or blank. Then I can remove the ATC cover and then the ATC unit. Means I'm OK having no slots in the walnut, and I don't need to obtain the tools.

It was me that asked. I tried the approach described above, and the ATC cover seemed to need a scarily strong pull to release the bottom clips, so I chickened out for fear of breaking it. Probably just pulling in the wrong place I guess.

Simon has now aded the release holes, so it's no longer an issue for me - I made my own set of release tools from an old Barclaycard!

Cliff

ALPACA · 12th November 2009, 19:06

:lol: I contacted Simon who is looking into making up walnut hoops for the rear interior light unit switches, which I think would finish the kit off nicely.

Can't wait for the front interior light pieces, should look ace

Teflon · 20th November 2009, 11:21

I've just received (and fitted) my new Symphony cover from Simon - very pleased with both the fit and finish (pics don't really do it justice):

Cliff

tony_fry · 20th November 2009, 11:27

That looks like a very colour match & a perfect fit

Parker · 20th November 2009, 11:29

Very good gear from Simon. Looking forward to the front light surrounds.

ALPACA · 20th November 2009, 12:02

:lol: Just Like Teflon, my new Symphony piece arrived this morning via recorded delivery. Here's a before and after shot as a comparison.....

I was never particularly happy with the mass of black plastic on show and the thin walnut borders on the original kit.....

The new piece from Simon looks so much better in my opinion, and I'm a happy bunny. The original piece took a lot of work to remove, so good was the glue, and the resin actually separated from the walnut, which was a shame as I hope to use it for other places :lol:

trebor · 20th November 2009, 16:39

Update for all you walnut fans !

I have some chrome surrounds, will fit tomorroe and post up some pics

Simon now has the front light switch i sent over and is redesigning some walnut for it, i say redesign because he already had a first attempt done from pictures which he is not happy with - so watch this space

Rear light button surrounds - he will be onto those next.

For anyone that has a double din with BMW E46 facia, please note that myself Eamonn and Raistlin have the E46 and they are all slightly different in size, Simon has made one for me and Eamonn and is currently making one for Paul, so there will be 3 alternatives. I will be getting some templates which i can send members for a test fit but if you cannot wait that long make sure you send the exact measurements of your facia when ordering one of this type

The above pics of the new facias look great by the way

10th November 2009, 18:05	#131
trebor This is my second home Rover 75 CDTi Connoisseur SE & MG ZT Saloon 190 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coven Posts: 12,530 Thanks: 526 Thanked 1,877 Times in 885 Posts	just to pick up the last few questions: the e bay price is not for our members, e mail Simon direct tell him you are a member of this club and a set is £50 plus £10 postage from Bulgaria he will do individual pieces you need to e mail him for a price, again tell him you are a member here to get a better deal the colour is a much much better match than the walnut dash, although its your money so you takes your choice, traditional walnut is browner in colour wheras the Rover walnut has a hint of red in it which is what Simon has been working on, i have been delighted with mine the unit i have fitted in the car is an Xtrons face off with satnav, on e bay from seller Silvertech, i am about to get a freeview box for mine also from the same seller. I have just sent over a front light unit for Simon to design a walnut cover for and have received some samples of his chrome switch surrounds today, thay look really good, will get them fitted asap and take some pics when i will also confirm what they cost. As i have said before i have nothing to do with Simons business in a commercial sense, but he has been a great find because he is semi retired and therefore by his own admission has the time to design new items, his service is excellent __________________ www.midlandsnanomeets.co.uk Robs Car Gallery Coven near Wolverhampton WV9 2000 Cowley Built Rover 75 2.0 V6 Club SE/ Atlantic Blue/ Sandstone/Walnut (daily driver) 2003 Land Rover Freelander 1 TD4 HSE Helsinki Blue/Black Leather (swmbo daily driver)

12th November 2009, 19:06	#135
ALPACA Gets stuck in MG HS EXCLUSIVE DCT Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: KENT Posts: 730 Thanks: 51 Thanked 108 Times in 25 Posts	:lol: I contacted Simon who is looking into making up walnut hoops for the rear interior light unit switches, which I think would finish the kit off nicely. Can't wait for the front interior light pieces, should look ace __________________ MG HS EXCLUSIVE DCT - Dynamic Red Tri-Coat with Sardana red Bader leather interior. K&N filter.Weathershields.Mudflaps.Sundshades.Slot mats.Quilted rear seat protector.Latch guards.Fabric & rubber mats.Fabric & rubber Loadliners.Full alloy spare.MG seatbelt covers.Aussie chrome tailgate strip & bumper protector.Autoglymn lifeshine.Indonesian tailgate badge.Chrome steering wheel cover.

20th November 2009, 11:21	#136
Teflon This is my second home Lagoon 2.0 V6 75 Conn SE Saloon Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chertsey Posts: 5,219 Thanks: 2,825 Thanked 2,920 Times in 1,570 Posts	I've just received (and fitted) my new Symphony cover from Simon - very pleased with both the fit and finish (pics don't really do it justice): Cliff __________________ No. 4 of 6

20th November 2009, 11:27	#137
tony_fry I really should get out more....... BMW I3 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South East London Posts: 2,224 Thanks: 31 Thanked 77 Times in 61 Posts	That looks like a very colour match & a perfect fit __________________ Regards Tony Membership No 135 Last edited by tony_fry; 20th November 2009 at 11:33..

20th November 2009, 11:29	#138
Parker This is my second home Jaguar XJ 3.0 V6 Auto (X350) & Hyundai Tuscon 2020 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bridgend Posts: 10,342 Thanks: 69 Thanked 559 Times in 356 Posts	Very good gear from Simon. Looking forward to the front light surrounds. __________________ http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...a585a72d1c.jpg "The only thing to do with good advice is pass it on. It is never any use to oneself" SOME VERY USEFUL LINKS SIMPLE DOOR MIRROR REPAIR FITTING CROFT DOOR FINISHERS FORUM RULES CLUB SHOP

20th November 2009, 12:02	#139
ALPACA Gets stuck in MG HS EXCLUSIVE DCT Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: KENT Posts: 730 Thanks: 51 Thanked 108 Times in 25 Posts	:lol: Just Like *Teflon*, my new Symphony piece arrived this morning via recorded delivery. Here's a before and after shot as a comparison..... I was never particularly happy with the mass of black plastic on show and the thin walnut borders on the original kit..... The new piece from Simon looks so much better in my opinion, and I'm a happy bunny. The original piece took a lot of work to remove, so good was the glue, and the resin actually separated from the walnut, which was a shame as I hope to use it for other places :lol: __________________ MG HS EXCLUSIVE DCT - Dynamic Red Tri-Coat with Sardana red Bader leather interior. K&N filter.Weathershields.Mudflaps.Sundshades.Slot mats.Quilted rear seat protector.Latch guards.Fabric & rubber mats.Fabric & rubber Loadliners.Full alloy spare.MG seatbelt covers.Aussie chrome tailgate strip & bumper protector.Autoglymn lifeshine.Indonesian tailgate badge.Chrome steering wheel cover.

20th November 2009, 16:39	#140
trebor This is my second home Rover 75 CDTi Connoisseur SE & MG ZT Saloon 190 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coven Posts: 12,530 Thanks: 526 Thanked 1,877 Times in 885 Posts	Update for all you walnut fans ! I have some chrome surrounds, will fit tomorroe and post up some pics Simon now has the front light switch i sent over and is redesigning some walnut for it, i say redesign because he already had a first attempt done from pictures which he is not happy with - so watch this space Rear light button surrounds - he will be onto those next. For anyone that has a double din with BMW E46 facia, please note that myself Eamonn and Raistlin have the E46 and they are all slightly different in size, Simon has made one for me and Eamonn and is currently making one for Paul, so there will be 3 alternatives. I will be getting some templates which i can send members for a test fit but if you cannot wait that long make sure you send the exact measurements of your facia when ordering one of this type The above pics of the new facias look great by the way __________________ www.midlandsnanomeets.co.uk Robs Car Gallery Coven near Wolverhampton WV9 2000 Cowley Built Rover 75 2.0 V6 Club SE/ Atlantic Blue/ Sandstone/Walnut (daily driver) 2003 Land Rover Freelander 1 TD4 HSE Helsinki Blue/Black Leather (swmbo daily driver) Last edited by trebor; 20th November 2009 at 16:46..