I know the owner of the Hustler molds and I spoke with him earlier today. I may consider making a small run of Hustler bodies (as of now 5 top and 5 bottom) because I can build them into racers. I would mold them in all black as of now. Is anyone else interested in Hustler shells?
CORRECTION: THE HUSTLER 950 LOWER BODY WILL ACCEPT UP TO 25" TIRES.
Last edited by AndyL; 10-20-2009 at 02:43 PM.
What Hustler model tubs are you going to make? 900, 950 ,or 980? Whats the price for the upper and lower tubs going to cost? What are the tubs made of?
I don't know the difference between the 900 and 950, but it's the latest body. I'm trying to decide if I want to make the 950 tub for 21" tires or 980 tub for 26" tires. i want to make a racer but i know the 980 is unstoppable in mud. bodies would be HDPE plastic, constructed just like original, but would be black. Not exactly sure about price but in the neighborhood of $250-300 per upper or lower body before shipping...
andylmusic76 ,
I would only want the 980 Bigfoot style tub. This would be the regular style980 tub, not the extra deep tub. For the price of $250-300 per upper and lower tub, count me in.I,ll take a black one.
cool. i know richard clark has NOS ones if you wanted the original color...but idk how much he charges. do all the 980 bodies accept 26" tires? and whats the difference between the 900 and 950?
i wish there was a way to not have the front seat molded in so i wouldn't have to have it cut out, but that's ok too i guess...
Last edited by AndyL; 10-19-2009 at 02:08 PM.
andylmusic76 ,
Yes,, the 980,s will all take a 26 inch tire , and even a 27 inch tire on the extra deep tub 980,s. With the 900 you are limited to a 22 inch tire ,and the 950 will take up to a 25 inch tire.
Here is the official poll to see how much interest there is in purchasing reproduced Hustler bodies (in all black for low cost).
I cannot give a direct price, but an upper or lower body should cost somewhere around $250-$350 not including shipping. Engine covers should be less. Also the option of purchasing an engine cover as well. Select each piece you would like to purchase:
1. Upper Body
2. Lower Body for 950 (up to 22" tires)
3. Lower Body for 980 (up to 26" tires)
4. Engine Cover
You may select more than one by clicking the checkbox in the poll. Remember these will be molded in black HDPE, and prices do NOT include shipping.
Unless I can see if there is another plan I can go with from the molding company, the lower body with more interest will be the one molded. As of now I will make 5 uppers and lowers and we can go from there.
If there is enough interest, I will get the project organized and request a down payment to know you are interested.
Okay let's see what happens...
Last edited by AndyL; 10-19-2009 at 06:20 PM.
haha i meant to put a vote in for the engine cover too but didn't click it and it won't let me anymore... anyway +1 for an engine cover
gentleman,
we already have enough interest in an upper body and 980 lower body to get some made. the minimum was 5 for each. the only thing i see now is that those of you who voted on a 950 lower tub and upper body may not want to purchase the upper body if the tub is not made, correct?
if we can generate enough interest in the 950 lower body (5 minimum) and same with the engine cover, se can get all bodies reproduced.
i am not sure if the engine cover is any cheaper from the molding company, but i will check as soon as they call me back.
The 950 top will fit the 980 bigfoot lower. what thickness material are you planning to use?
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