This page is to provide updates on the first production casting for the C7 longer intake tube that goes from 90mm to 80mm.
As of Friday August 1st
Molds have been completed, and all issues have been corrected to allow the casting to take place. We experienced significant setbacks due to design changes, unmet needs, and unexpected delays, as some factories were unable to produce the product despite initial assurances. This added tremendous pressure and delays to the estimated timelines.
August 4th update:
This week, casting tests are being conducted and quality checks are being performed on the process. If all goes well, the production of the units will commence.
August 22 Update:
Casting company has finally completed the casting of the product and now working out the finalization of the parts. The factory asked for additional time as they had a temporary delay and also had safety inspections cause delays at their factory.
They sent me a photo showing the first casting and informed me that they are now working on the quality and CNC programming for the units. I asked for an approximate new ETA and am waiting for that update/ response.
Update August 29th
Production Castings have been completed. Now we wait for the processing and clean up of the castings, then on to CNC.
September 5th Update
Castings have been processed and cleaned off the extra molding process parts. The The factory was closed for a few days to observe a holiday period and is back in business this week. Waiting now for the CNC process and surface cleanup.
September 15th Update
Currently waiting in line for the the factory to process the CNC – Send message asking for possible ETA.
Septtember 29th Update
The current factory has been unable to perform the CNC work accurately. I had to decide to have them send the casts to a different factory that has the necessary skill set and equipment to handle the project’s requirements. In the photo below, you can see that they are having problems keeping the hole centered. This is totally unacceptable and cannot be utilized.
The factory that will be doing this work next has done other work for me that is more intricate and complex. They should be able to sort this out perfectly.
Initially, they are requesting permission to test one part first, and then they can provide a more accurate timeline for the CNC work completion.
