Fesler Billet Hood Hinges BRAND NEW PARTS

[fesler]

Fesler Billet parts are finally ready and will begin shipping in a week or two. We have decided to get into the billet world and make some very high quality parts for cars that we see fit to improve or just to make parts that no one else has.

I know a lot of you are very picky about your car and the parts you put on them. Well, we here at Fesler think the very same thing and I for one am tired of spending money on parts that just don’t really look or operate the way they should. We will have a full line of parts for a very broad spectrum of cars. Obviously we are going to start with parts for cars that we are building in our shop right now.

So yes these parts will be tested and tested again before we ship anything. We are also open to suggestions from you and/or our clients regarding new parts.

Our first parts available will be Fesler Billet Hood hinges for the following cars

Available Now!
1967-1969 Chevy Camaro
1970-1972 Chevy Chevelle
1964.5-1966 Ford Mustang

In addition to what you see available now, we are currently working on prototypes of 10 additional hood hinge applications. They will be available by SEMA. Not only will we have the hinges but we will also have full under hood kits available as well.

Why buy our hinges? Well the pictures should speak for themselves but for those of you that don’t know. . . here is what you get for your hard earned money. . .

1. T6061T6 Billet Aluminum
2. Weather Resistant Bearings
3. Stainless Steel Button Head Hardware
4. Stainless Steel Struts! Much more appealing than the less than impressive black struts.

These are bolt in replacement hinges and will need about an hour to install for alignment and fitment to your stock or after market hoods. Notice the design and smooth shape that we put into these, increasing the aesthetic appearance.

Retail pricing starts at $600 (this price includes shipping to the continental US) and come standard with all items listed above. These are also available brushed, polished and anodized (black is standard, custom colors are available) for a small fee.

We are looking for hardcore dealers as well so please feel free to PM me regarding order quantities and pricing.

Your comments are welcome and encouraged. . .let me know what you think!

Group purchases available for Lateral-G members only!

The pictures are of the Chevelle hinges that are ready to ship so email today for your order.

[wiedemab]

Very Nice!

[syborg tt]

very nice work

[andrewmp6]

looks like someone copy the ring brothers hinges

[mazspeed]

Those look really nice, but it's almost a direct copy of what the ring bros makes and sells though DSE. I cannot imagine either would be happy about it.

[Datsbad]

I LIKE THEM and will take a few sets.
Everything can be improved these days!

Pm sent.

[4mm]

Is there an introductory price being offered?

[zbugger]

looks like someone copy the ring brothers hinges
Compare pictures of the two and there are differences. Enough for me to say they're different enough to be competitive.

[TravisB]

Those look really nice, but it's almost a direct copy of what the ring bros makes and sells though DSE. I cannot imagine either would be happy about it.


except they look better than the ring brothers.......IMO. Everything gets copied to some extent lets not all start crying.

[68protouring454]

except they look better than the ring brothers.......IMO. Everything gets copied to some extent lets not all start crying.
lol,well said:D

[Steve1968LS2]

Those look really nice, but it's almost a direct copy of what the ring bros makes and sells though DSE. I cannot imagine either would be happy about it.

To be fair there's only so many ways to build a hinge. I see one big difference (won't say if it's a good one or bad one)

Look close.

Now someone needs to make some for second gen Camaros.. :yes:

[Datsbad]

Fesler if your listening,
Chevelle, GTO, Cutlass etc...
Fbodys 1st gen and 2nd
Mustangs etc...

I would buy them now !!

[skatinjay27]

To be fair there's only so many ways to build a hinge. I see one big difference (won't say if it's a good one or bad one)

Look close.

Now someone needs to make some for second gen Camaros.. :yes:yea! but im pretty optomistic that the 2nd gens will be one of those 10 more they are making... why are you conserned with the 2nd gen steve??you working on one?:unibrow:
yea all we have is those super cool chrome ones...

[HotRod68Camaro]

Very nice product guys. Do you have different "shocks" for hoods of different material? Not a huge deal just wondering.

[fesler]

They are just around the corner should have a set very soon for testing then they will be ready to go. We test fit them and improve any fitment issues we can before they are ready to go. I will post pics soon


To be fair there's only so many ways to build a hinge. I see one big difference (won't say if it's a good one or bad one)

Look close.

Now someone needs to make some for second gen Camaros.. :yes:

[fesler]

Very nice product guys. Do you have different "shocks" for hoods of different material? Not a huge deal just wondering.

Yes we will offer any lbs adj you need for your hood. We are working on all the details for that now.

[fesler]

Fesler if your listening,
Chevelle, GTO, Cutlass etc...
Fbodys 1st gen and 2nd
Mustangs etc...

I would buy them now !!

We are on it now what do you need the soonest?

[Steve1968LS2]

yea! but im pretty optomistic that the 2nd gens will be one of those 10 more they are making... why are you conserned with the 2nd gen steve??you working on one?:unibrow:
yea all we have is those super cool chrome ones...

No, but I know people that are :)

Besides, Second gen hinges would sell like hotcakes and the first ones out with them will have zero competition.

[Blake Foster]

looks good and should be no issue on the first gen of hitting the inner fender well.
can you confirm if the 67-69 camaro hinges are the same as 66-67 chevy II i have been told by a relaible source that the 2 hinges are the same so if that is the case send me a set too. and don't worry about the added 100,00 potential customers. ..............if they trully are the same

[Bowtieracing]

Nice work Fesler!!

Whats nexts ? :thumbsup:

[Sales@Dutchboys]

I have a set on my Chevy II , Ring Brothers ones that is.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o191/bridgestone4life/IMG_01025B15D.jpg

[rocketrod]

Very Nice!!! :thumbsup:
I have a set on my Chevy II , Ring Brothers ones that is.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o191/bridgestone4life/IMG_01025B15D.jpg

[Bowtieracing]

I have a set on my Chevy II , Ring Brothers ones that is.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o191/bridgestone4life/IMG_01025B15D.jpg


That is a super clean engine bay!!! Just what i like the most.:thumbsup:

[Musclerodz]

PM sent

Mike

[Musclerodz]

I have a set on my Chevy II , Ring Brothers ones that is.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o191/bridgestone4life/IMG_01025B15D.jpg
What paint is your engine compartment? that is just SICK!

[jonny51]

Looks really nice Paul :thumbsup:

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o191/bridgestone4life/IMG_01025B15D.jpg[/QUOTE]

[61Bubbletop]

I have a set on my Chevy II , Ring Brothers ones that is.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o191/bridgestone4life/IMG_01025B15D.jpg


VERY nice man..Industrial is where its at....:thumbsup:

[Ummgawa]

I am very upset. Those hinges work just like the hinges that GM has put on millions of cars, but, nicer materials and much nicer design. Lot nicer looking than the ones on my Camaro.

Ha ha. Very schweet.:thumbsup:

[BThibodeaux]

To be fair there's only so many ways to build a hinge. I see one big difference (won't say if it's a good one or bad one)

Look close.

Now someone needs to make some for second gen Camaros.. :yes:


Non-adjustable??

[Stuart Adams]

I have a set on my Chevy II , Ring Brothers ones that is.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o191/bridgestone4life/IMG_01025B15D.jpg

Very nice engine bay.

[ZZ3ElCamino]

We are on it now what do you need the soonest?

How about '67 Chevelle :D

[fesler]

How about '67 Chevelle :D

If we get enough for them we will do them. So if anyone else is looking at getting some let me know

[zbugger]

Man... They look awesome, really. These would fit my ideas for my '77 Camaro so well it's not even funny. I just wish I could afford the price. Well, time to go get more lottery tickets!!!

[mazspeed]

Man... They look awesome, really. These would fit my ideas for my '77 Camaro so well it's not even funny. I just wish I could afford the price. Well, time to go get more lottery tickets!!!

Didn't you get that new job?

[Datsbad]

PM sent , and post made . Could you respond?

[zbugger]

Didn't you get that new job?
Yeah, but that's not something that pays the best right now. Maybe later though. In the meantime, I'm still playing the lottery.:yes:

[mazspeed]

Yeah, but that's not something that pays the best right now. Maybe later though. In the meantime, I'm still playing the lottery.:yes:

Cool, I'm coming over and getting some parts. Employee discount of course. :unibrow:

[Travis77]

Any chance you guys will be building any for mustangs (67-69)? It would be great to have options. BTW they look amazing.

[fakesnake.com]

After doing your 10+ initial applications, any interest in making them for early 60's full size Fords? I can send you a pair of stock ones for mock up. These are heavy/big hoods.

[Tony@AirRideTech]

Chris.... you really need to forget about these other applications and really focus on those 61 full size chev....... :)

[61Bubbletop]

Chris.... you really need to forget about these other applications and really focus on those 61 full size chev....... :)


You mean 61 full size Buicks....;) :lol:

[BretB]

Will the chevelle hinges fit other a-body cars of those years? How about a '69 GTO?

[HRBS]

How about '67 Chevelle :D

According to the Chevrolet Parts Interchange Manual:

The 1965-67 Chevelle hinges are the same and are interchangable with 1965-67 Impalas, 1967-69 F-body's and 1966/67 Chevy II's.

We have a '65 and a '70 Chevelle right now I'd be interested in a few sets for.

[Tony@AirRideTech]

You mean 61 full size Buicks....;) :lol:


Heck... I dont mind you throwing a set on my Buick for me:beavis:

[ZZ3ElCamino]

According to the Chevrolet Parts Interchange Manual:

The 1965-67 Chevelle hinges are the same and are interchangable with 1965-67 Impalas, 1967-69 F-body's and 1966/67 Chevy II's.

We have a '65 and a '70 Chevelle right now I'd be interested in a few sets for.


Cool....I learn something new on this forum everyday! :thumbsup:

[TravisB]

According to the Chevrolet Parts Interchange Manual:

The 1965-67 Chevelle hinges are the same and are interchangable with 1965-67 Impalas, 1967-69 F-body's and 1966/67 Chevy II's.

We have a '65 and a '70 Chevelle right now I'd be interested in a few sets for.


those hinges wont fit my chevelle 64 model nor do they fit the 72 that is in the shop.....not saying they couldnt work but they dont bolt up.

[Sales@Dutchboys]

Sorry Travis,

I tought your car was a 65' for some reason, is there really that much difference between the two as far as the hinges?

Paul

[HRBS]

those hinges wont fit my chevelle 64 model nor do they fit the 72 that is in the shop.....not saying they couldnt work but they dont bolt up.

Travis.... you and i said the same thing.
Re-read my post... i never mentioned '64 or '72 anywhere in the post.

[TravisB]

Travis.... you and i said the same thing.
Re-read my post... i never mentioned '64 or '72 anywhere in the post.
..thats true but i doubt they will fit 65 either there is not that much difference in the FE. I have a 66 I could check as well.

[HRBS]

Hey I didnt write the book :lol:
I could let you know soon... or you, me.
I think am going to bite it and buy a set for our '65.
I'll see exactly what needs to be modified.... good thing i have access to a CNC.
Worst case, I'll save them for another up coming project.

[TravisB]

Hey I didnt write the book :lol:
I could let you know soon... or you, me.
I think am going to bite it and buy a set for our '65.
I'll see exactly what needs to be modified.... good thing i have access to a CNC.
Worst case, I'll save them for another up coming project.


I can tell you they can be modified to fit if they dont with no problem. Even on my 64 one of the fender holes would come forward and enlarge the slots in the hood by about 1/4 of in. closer together and they will work. I can check a 65 or give you the measurements on the hinges if you need them.

[HRBS]

So basically the center to center on the hood is "closer" and the hinge is "wider" . So I'll "oblong" the slots on the hinges with the lathe so that they are closer ?

[camcojb]

I can tell you they can be modified to fit if they dont with no problem. Even on my 64 one of the fender holes would come forward and enlarge the slots in the hood by about 1/4 of in. closer together and they will work. I can check a 65 or give you the measurements on the hinges if you need them.


On the 64 Chevelle the fender mounting section and pivot points appears identical to 67-69 Camaro. But the top piece that bolts to the hood is completely different and would need it's own designated piece. In addition to the holes being closer the shape of the hood mounting area is not flat, it's offset, so the piece would need to conform to that.

Jody

[DriverzInc]

Like I said in Columbus, good stuff Fesler! Looking forward to a set for our 67 Chevelle.

[fesler]

We have the dealer application ready to go so if you are intersted in becoming a dealer please email me your email address and I will forward it over to you. thanks

[yell01]

I didn't see the 69 Camaro one's on your site. Are they available now. I need a set quickly.:thumbsup:

[fesler]

Yes they are available now

[ProTouring442]

Wow, so cool! Anyone know if the Chevelle hinge can be made to work on an Olds Cutlass/442? :unibrow:

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

[TEDDYS CAMARO]

I Think A Pair Of Polished Or Chrome Hood Hinges Would Look Really Good On My 2nd Gen!!!

[buickfunnycar.com]

I Think A Pair Of Polished Or Chrome Hood Hinges Would Look Really Good On My 2nd Gen!!!

hard to make that car anymore perfect Teddy....:thumbsup:

[Musclerodz]

I Think A Pair Of Polished Or Chrome Hood Hinges Would Look Really Good On My 2nd Gen!!!
Chris told me 2-3 weeks. I will be posting on the NastyZ/28 board when they are available.

Mike

[TEDDYS CAMARO]

I Can't Wait!!! The Only Thing That Looks Out Of Place Are The Hinges!

[trapin]

What paint is your engine compartment? that is just SICK!
If I had to guess I would say it is Hot Hues "Hot Rod Black".

I used it for my engine bay, dash, and core support. It has that satin black finish. Great looking paint.

[Cread01]

those hinges are bad ass... I think they look better than the ring bros. ones. I am savin my pennies for the second gen set. Will they work with fiberglass hoods???

[L8ONBRAKE]

Chris told me 2-3 weeks. I will be posting on the NastyZ/28 board when they are available.

Mike
Any chance there will be some kind of laterl-g discount from your website? An introductory discounted price would guarantee a set for me ;)

[Speedster]

I would like to order a set. PM sent. Thanks.

[Musclerodz]

those hinges are bad ass... I think they look better than the ring bros. ones. I am savin my pennies for the second gen set. Will they work with fiberglass hoods???
Yes, different strength struts are used to accomodate the different weight.

Mike

[fesler]

I didn't see the 69 Camaro one's on your site. Are they available now. I need a set quickly.:thumbsup:

You can buy from our online store now its open and ready to go and we are taking orders for the GEN II Camaros they will be ready any time now.

[fesler]

Wow, so cool! Anyone know if the Chevelle hinge can be made to work on an Olds Cutlass/442? :unibrow:

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

I have one in the shop now and will know something soon and will update once we have an answer on this.

[fesler]

those hinges are bad ass... I think they look better than the ring bros. ones. I am savin my pennies for the second gen set. Will they work with fiberglass hoods???

The Second Gen is very close and we are taking orders now we have struts for both hoods. Check out online store for updates to when the will be done, testing them now.

[TEDDYS CAMARO]

I will be ordering mine today. I can't wait! I will post pics. as soon as I
get them. What finish do they come in? THANKS!!!:bow:

[Speedster]

Thanks for the help Chris and getting your pay site up. Ordered a set earlier this morning. Can't wait to see them...

[ProTouring442]

I have one in the shop now and will know something soon and will update once we have an answer on this.


Thank you very much! :yes:

Now, if they'll work, all I need is a way to explain them to the wife! :P

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

[DHARROD]

How about '67 Chevelle :D

If we get enough for them we will do them. So if anyone else is looking at getting some let me know

I'd be interested in purchasing a set for a 1969 Chevelle (Dec/January time) if the price point doesn't change (assuming) you'll do a production run.

I say production run because you really don’t/shouldn’t have to wait for people to sign up (i.e. ensure you have demand before building) ... rather it seams once you have the product, it will readily be bought up. Look at this site – this is a product that will sell – sure the price made me cringe and I ignored consideration for a month now – but I kept coming back. I’ve seen a lot of price comments posted (and my wife has given me an ear full) but look at everything else - - I never thought brakes, radiators, rims etc would cost what they cost but when you move to stainless, billet aluminum, carbon fiber it isn’t cheep and when you compare the price to other things it isn’t to bad …. I can’t make’m

I can’ see why you couldn’t/shouldn’t do a production run for 69 chevelles, 67 chevelles and other popular models where there were high production numbers. My guess is if you made 100 pairs of 69 and a 100 pairs 67 you'd sell them all. Its hard for me to round up or bank on a bunch of 69 chevelle owners/builders committing upfront. Its also a type of product that if available you just suck it up because its available and there cool (on a 20-50K build what’s 600 bucks) .. if its not readily available many people will end up powder coating the ones they have and not circling back to see if the’re now avail.

Either way put a notch for the 69 chevelle count - if there not available by January I'll probably powder coat mine and call it good. I'll try and monitor your web-site and this forum to see if they ever come about.

[tjbruning]

voicemail and PM sent...

:thumbsup:

[Steve1968LS2]

Non-adjustable??

Yea, the cam on the DSE/Ring units is very handy for adjustment. I don't see one on these.

Or am I just missing something?

In any event Fesler makes these for more applications. If you have a Chevelle then the Ring hinges arn't an option.. :shrug:

[COYBILT]

so is there going to be a set ready for the early A bodies 64-67?

[DriverzInc]

If we get enough for them we will do them. So if anyone else is looking at getting some let me know

Like I've already asked for, I need two sets for 67 chevelle/el camino. Thanks!
Great product, as always Chris.

[Musclerodz]

so is there going to be a set ready for the early A bodies 64-67?
They are available now. I have them listed in our store. http://musclerodzstore.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=547

[camcojb]

They are available now. I have them listed in our store. http://musclerodzstore.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=547


if that's the correct pic on your site for the 65's they won't fit. The early Chevelles (at least 64/5 cannot have the arm sticking down like that one has, it hits the inner wheelwell and the hood will barely open before contacting it.

I just called Fesler. Those hinges will work, but they will also require a fair amount of inner fenderwell cutting due to that arm hanging down. I'm not going to do that at this point.

They may be redesigning them at some point. If they'd make them like their 70-72 Chevelle hinges they'd work, no arms hanging down.

Jody

[Musclerodz]

Fesler called me this morning and let me know that the inner fenders will have to be modified to clear. They may get redesigned later, but I doubt it at this point.

[deuce_454]

To be fair there's only so many ways to build a hinge. I see one big difference (won't say if it's a good one or bad one)

Look close.

Now someone needs to make some for second gen Camaros.. :yes:

i see one big difference too, the ring bros appear to be adjustable, the fensler doesnt... but seing that the stock one isnt it propably isnt a biggie, somone chime in on this
http://www.ringbrothers.com/images/early-mustang-hinges.jpg
http://www.shop.feslerbuilt.com/images/11871987979872038323611.jpeg

[camcojb]

also, the ones pictured on their site will not fit a 64, and I thought 65 was the same as 64. The piece that bolts to the hood is completely different, and they're going on the assumption that the 67-69 Camaros are the same as early Chevelles, which is not true. Well, at least not true in regards to 64, and in fairness they list them for 65-67, but I'm almost positive the 65 has the same hood pattern as the 64.

Jody

[fesler]

We have had the test fitting on the 69 and will have something very soon, we have finally fit one on the car and just need to get it into production.

As for your other comments its great to hear what everyone thinks and I would love to make them for every car and one day we will have all applications but as you can imagine they are very very expensive to design and manufacure. I am sure most of the people on this site have not even considered what it takes to design and build these hinges.

I will give the manufacures huge credit for the designs they have done. It take 3 or 4 times just to get it to fit the different cars and one change messes everything up. These have to be perfect and open and close nice for people to buy them.

I will post all the new stuff we have coming out very soon, full line of Billet parts for each car to go with our hinges. The design time just takes time to get it right so you have a product you know is right and will last.


I'd be interested in purchasing a set for a 1969 Chevelle (Dec/January time) if the price point doesn't change (assuming) you'll do a production run.

I say production run because you really don’t/shouldn’t have to wait for people to sign up (i.e. ensure you have demand before building) ... rather it seams once you have the product, it will readily be bought up. Look at this site – this is a product that will sell – sure the price made me cringe and I ignored consideration for a month now – but I kept coming back. I’ve seen a lot of price comments posted (and my wife has given me an ear full) but look at everything else - - I never thought brakes, radiators, rims etc would cost what they cost but when you move to stainless, billet aluminum, carbon fiber it isn’t cheep and when you compare the price to other things it isn’t to bad …. I can’t make’m

I can’ see why you couldn’t/shouldn’t do a production run for 69 chevelles, 67 chevelles and other popular models where there were high production numbers. My guess is if you made 100 pairs of 69 and a 100 pairs 67 you'd sell them all. Its hard for me to round up or bank on a bunch of 69 chevelle owners/builders committing upfront. Its also a type of product that if available you just suck it up because its available and there cool (on a 20-50K build what’s 600 bucks) .. if its not readily available many people will end up powder coating the ones they have and not circling back to see if the’re now avail.

Either way put a notch for the 69 chevelle count - if there not available by January I'll probably powder coat mine and call it good. I'll try and monitor your web-site and this forum to see if they ever come about.

[fesler]

They do fit the 65-67 not the 64 as why we posted it that way, the hoods are different and we will have them but it will be awhile. We dont assume much we get cars in and do our research on them before we offer anything for sale.

We do run into snags and that is why sites like this are great it helps us know what fits and what does not fit or what we need to do to make it fit. We have over 20 more applications in the works so they all take time but will be out soon. :cheers:


also, the ones pictured on their site will not fit a 64, and I thought 65 was the same as 64. The piece that bolts to the hood is completely different, and they're going on the assumption that the 67-69 Camaros are the same as early Chevelles, which is not true. Well, at least not true in regards to 64, and in fairness they list them for 65-67, but I'm almost positive the 65 has the same hood pattern as the 64.

Jody

[fesler]

The big defference you are talking about really is not important, not one of the OE manufactured has an adjustment on the hinge and there is no reason for it with the way we have designed these. They bolt up to stock location and align with no problems.

We have put a lot of time into the design and look of these hinges and hopefully it will show in the quality and fitment. :)

i see one big difference too, the ring bros appear to be adjustable, the fensler doesnt... but seing that the stock one isnt it propably isnt a biggie, somone chime in on this
http://www.ringbrothers.com/images/early-mustang-hinges.jpg
http://www.shop.feslerbuilt.com/images/11871987979872038323611.jpeg

[tjbruning]

voicemail and PM sent...

:thumbsup:

never heard back from you....

[fesler]

Just send PM sorry for the delay, missed it
never heard back from you....

[tjbruning]

Just send PM sorry for the delay, missed it

no worries... sent another pm back at ya

:thumbsup:

[Diognes56]

Love the hinges :thumbsup: . I heard on Chevytalk that you guys are working on some '55-'56 hinges. That true? If so, THANK YOU!!! My hinges are junk and I have been hoping somebody would make some billet versions. Any ETA on them? I would buy a set as soon as they are available :yes: , even though I am still far away from actually needing them :( .

David

[fesler]

Yes that is correct, we should have final mock up next week and ship a week or two after that. We are taking pre-orders for them now as we have a ton of people that want them. They are very sick and will really clean up the tri five hinge. I willl post them here as soon as we know for sure on shipping. thanks


Love the hinges :thumbsup: . I heard on Chevytalk that you guys are working on some '55-'56 hinges. That true? If so, THANK YOU!!! My hinges are junk and I have been hoping somebody would make some billet versions. Any ETA on them? I would buy a set as soon as they are available :yes: , even though I am still far away from actually needing them :( .

David