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10-09-2002, 01:02 PM
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good news for those who lust for CARBON-FIBER airboxes, etc
Everyone:
I am VERY happy to say that Mr. Thomas Queen, of Feather Carbon (VA), has completed a mold of the upper half of a large-volume airbox (to replace the OEM/smaller-volume, upper half) - for all V8 (1992-1995) Mercedes-Benz automobiles - and (in my opinion) it is CLEANER/NICER LOOKING THAN the versions offered by Precision Auto Designs/Performance Products (cheesily-finished plastic/flaky paint) and RENNtech (carbon-fiber + badge). - Precision Auto Designs/Performance Products (plastic) : $549 + $400 core charge - RENNtech: $950 + (TBD core charge) *** Feather carbon's carbon-fiber airbox offering will available for a FRACTION OF THE COST OF CURRENT, MARKET OFFERINGS !!! Currently, I am having my fuse-box lid, control module lid, and many other engine-bay plastic parts re-made in carbon fiber. Since Mr. Queen will keep all molds, thereof, this represents an EXCELLENT opportunity for all V8 (1992-1995) Mercedes-Benz owners to update their engine bays and squeeze out extra performance for a fraction of other vendors' prices! For the skeptics in the crowd, I will show the final results @ the 01DEC02 Mercedes-only event in San Jose, CA, in addition to posting images to my website; I believe Mr. Queen will update his website, too, ASAP. In summary, Mr. Queen can fabricate almost ANY part (for ANY application/ANY vehicle/ANY climate) in carbon-fiber. All interested parties should contact him, directly, per his contact data (see below) to inquire about pricing, et cetera: Feather Carbon 6940 Corinth Chapel Road Suffolk, VA 23437 voice: (757) 986-4544 e-mail: queenjr@mindspring.com WWW: http://www.feathercarbon.com I am very excited to see and enjoy the results of Feather Carbon's highly recommended work. Thanks to Kühl Carbon for the referral! Get psyched !!! Last edited by run.exe; 10-09-2002 at 08:04 PM. 
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10-09-2002, 07:59 PM
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I never quit getting amazed by what all of our MEMBERS find! I will probably use them for some custom stuff I am working on.
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Benzmac: Donnie Drummonds ASE CERTIFIED MASTER AUTO TECHNICIAN MERCEDES SPECIALIST 11 YRS
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10-09-2002, 09:48 PM
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Thanks run.exe for the info. I've emailed Mr. Queen and asked him about supplying me with Carbon Fiber goodies for my C43.
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Marc C55: Evosport headers & UDP's; AMS crank; TVT thermo; phenolic spacers; Denso IK16's; EuroTech ECU; RennTech cf airbox w/ Green filters; Z06 catch can; Sprintbooster; Optima RedTop; Quaife LSD; AMG: shift paddles, 030 rear calipers & rotors; Rotera brake lines; Euroteck CF lip; "C63" rear diffuser; 18" SLK AMG Turbines (summer); 18" OZ Superleggera's (winter); K40 dual f&r radar w/ laser jammers; MB: digital climate control, iPod kit & mp3 CD changer; iTronic B/T for MOST.
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10-09-2002, 10:24 PM
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Thomas Queen
I have invited Thomas Queen to join ///benzsport.com; if he does (he's pretty busy making all our parts, we must realize), he can answer our questions, directly...
my $0.02: i wish that benzsport.com would ENABLE E-MAIL NOTIFICATION, like mercedesshop.com - since it makes staying up-to-date SO MUCH EASIER for those of us who don't have time to review every single thread to which we have contributed!!! (just some food for thought... mmmmm.... TASTY!) ; )
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#7
10-10-2002, 12:17 AM
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1992-1995 V8 Mercedes-Benz carbon-fiber airbox pricing
All:
Thomas Queen (Feather Carbon) has just informed me that he will make large-volume, carbon-fiber airboxes for V8 Mercedes-Benz vehicles, per the pricing schedule, below: - $450, outright, plus any/all shipping charges (NO core charge*) * customer is responsible for providing OEM airbox Please note that this is approximately $100 CHEAPER than the >>cheapest, *PLASTIC*<< airbox for V8 Mercedes-Benz vehicles!!! This is a NO-BRAINER: GO FOR IT!!!
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#8
10-10-2002, 12:52 AM
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No question !!! Neeeed one of those for my V8. Thanks Scott for sharing with all mercedesshop.com members
 I'll be sending Thomas an e-mail with my request.
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Ernesto Molina 1993 500E Pearl Black / Alpaca Grey 2001 E55 AMG Brilliant Silver/ Anthracite 2007 SL55 AMG Black / Anthracite
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10-10-2002, 09:16 AM
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Sounds cool...I'd like to get a quote on a custom hood with NACA ducts or something.
BTW, how does his/the carbon fibre hold up with all the underhood temps in a 500E...all the RennTech airboxes I've seen (3) turn brown and brittle after a few months?
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10-10-2002, 12:24 PM
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discoloration
Jim:
I believe Mr. Queen uses a thick clear-coat and pure C-F, so discoloration will not be an issue. I suggest you e-mail him, directly, with any/all questions. Feather Carbon 6940 Corinth Chapel Road Suffolk, VA 23437 (757) 986-4544 queenjr@mindspring.com http://www.feathercarbon.com Thank you,
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10-10-2002, 01:52 PM
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update
I just called Thoams Queen; in a nutshell, he is PSYCHED to help out with ANY projects involving carbon-fiber. That's his whole raison d'etre!
Other options currently on the market are ALL the same volume (cubic inches) - just different materials/prices. Up until now, RENNtech hasn't had any carbon-fiber competition, hence their almost $1000 price-tag. YOU be the judge; wait until you see my results and then decide if you want one. I am thinking you DEFINITELY WILL... Less money for a better product... sounds like a no-brainer to me! ; ) Thomas is one of the coolest, most ethical individuals I have worked with in YEARS. Decide for yourself: I am certain you will agree...
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#12
10-11-2002, 12:31 AM
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I NEED TO SEE A PICTURE, PLEASE!!
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Dean Albrecht "Lead, follow, or better yet, get out of the way!"E500 owners motto
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#13
10-11-2002, 08:21 AM
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Maybe one of our Va members like Mark K or Jim K can check out the deal and place in person (?). Thanx for the contact...I'll call him up for the answers to my questions.
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#15
10-17-2002, 10:30 PM
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update @ 1930 hrs PDT THU 17OCT02
All:
Due to inclement weather in Virginia, the past few days, my airbox and valve-cover end pieces will arrive at my office NLT WED 23OCT02. THE MINUTE THEY ARRRIVE, I will install them, take pictures, and post them to my website. I PROMISE to keep everyone updated! Stay tuned,
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