67/68 Camaro billet tail light sneak peak!

[XcYZ]

Here they are guys, a few pictures of the Marquez Design (http://www.marquezdesign.com/) 67/68 billet tail lights. More info to follow. :thumbsup:

http://www.lateral-g.net/temp/marqueztail1.jpg

http://www.lateral-g.net/temp/marqueztail2.jpg

http://www.lateral-g.net/temp/marqueztail3.jpg

[camcojb]

Thanks Scott! Now there is also a second aluminum piece that fits from behind to hold the lense. There will also be 3-4 different lense designs; wide open for the RS plus some that split the lense, narrow/shorten the size. etc. for those that would like a bit smaller lense, more along the lines of the 69's.


No pricing yet, but at least wanted people to know that we are making progress.

Jody

[Musclerodz]

About time! :thumbsup: How much smaller in profile are these than the original? They looked complicated to layout.

Mike

[BC69]

Did you put those on the hood of the MULE!!! You could have scratched the paint! ;)


Tim

[camcojb]

Did you put those on the hood of the MULE!!! You could have scratched the paint! ;)
Tim


Actually, the owner of the Mule put those on the hood of his car to take pics!:eek: Then again, he's a nutball! His son does our CNC machining.

Jody

[ViperBlue68]

Looks sweet! where do i send my money??!!

[camcojb]

About time! :thumbsup: How much smaller in profile are these than the original? They looked complicated to layout.

Mike

These definitely are much more difficult and much longer to machine than the 69's. These are thinner and much cleaner looking than the originals, but stay true to the original shape. They also fit much better than the stock ones.

Jody

[Musclerodz]

Cool. How about a pic next to the original for comparison? Since they are more complicated to machine, I won't ask on price since I will guess more than the '69's.

Mike

[Steve1968LS2]

Are mine on the way yet?? I need them for a photo shoot.. yea.. that's it.. a photo shoot with cameras.. yea cameras...

:unibrow:

[jack67rs]

OH MY GOD!!!!!! Those are incredible, Now I really can't wait to get my hands on a pair of those. :unibrow: Jody, please keep us posted.

[mdprovee]

Good looking item, as always from you guys. Keep us posted.. I am looking for a set also.

Mike

[LIL QIK]

SHWEEEETT :D :hail: :hail:

[JimM]

Thanks Scott! Now there is also a second aluminum piece that fits from behind to hold the lense. There will also be 3-4 different lense designs; wide open for the RS plus some that split the lense, narrow/shorten the size. etc. for those that would like a bit smaller lense, more along the lines of the 69's.Jody

Very nice, Jody. Any chance of a 3 light version, perhaps with a small backup light in the center?

[mazspeed]

Are these available yet? I'm having the car painted and would love to have a set for them

Thanks
Mike

[camcojb]

Are these available yet? I'm having the car painted and would love to have a set for them

Thanks
Mike

Hopefully pretty soon. He has only machined one set for final fitting. There is another option that goes with it that isn't in the pics too. Good news is it fits better than the original so there's no more tweaking to do.



Jody

[camcojb]

Very nice, Jody. Any chance of a 3 light version, perhaps with a small backup light in the center?

Very possible.

Jody

[61Bubbletop]

Wow, Those are awesome!...I can assure anyone on the fence of the high quality and craftsmanship of these parts, I LOVE my 69 lights, and apparently so does everyone who sees the car, lots of great compliments on the RS tails....Good Work.

[TA219]

That .... Is .... Awesome

[rockdogz]

You will have a buyer here when they're available... hopefully I will need them in the next month... :_paranoid

[mazspeed]

Hopefully pretty soon. He has only machined one set for final fitting. There is another option that goes with it that isn't in the pics too. Good news is it fits better than the original so there's no more tweaking to do.



Jody

This would be great. Do you think there is any chance of getting a set within a month?
Thanks for your response :-)
Mike

[mazspeed]

Ok, just got off the phone with them and I'm going to try and have them design a set for my 67 with the modern look like the 69 they made for the blue camaro on their contact page. They said it's about a month out, so I think I can wait but my car goes in for major body work in 2 to 3 weeks. By then I may go down there and see if they can cut me out a custom set if possible. Very nice people over the phone by the way.

Mike

[camcojb]

Thanks Mike, you probably spoke with Pascuals brother. We have 4 designs for changing the trim on the lense, and there may be a similar one to the modern 69 already drawn up. I'll talk to Pascual Friday when he gets back in town and let you know.Jody

[mazspeed]

Thanks Mike, you probably spoke with Pascuals brother. We have 4 designs for changing the trim on the lense, and there may be a similar one to the modern 69 already drawn up. I'll talk to Pascual Friday when he gets back in town and let you know.Jody

Thanks again Jody. I'm a huge fan of your cars and your work. It's a pleasure to talk to you.

Thanks again
Mike

[Musclerodz]

Jody, did you mention an even smaller profile one awhile back? I like these and would settle for these if there won't be any real design changes, but would like something still less bulky.

Mike

edit: nevermind, I did not pay attn the posts above. I think I am losing it.

[rockdogz]

Any updates on availability? :D

Maybe I missed it, but will these bezels work with the stock lenses/lights/etc? I'm actually not running the stock ones - got the LED setup from Technostalgia, so I'm hoping that will fit.

[camcojb]

Any updates on availability? :D

Maybe I missed it, but will these bezels work with the stock lenses/lights/etc? I'm actually not running the stock ones - got the LED setup from Technostalgia, so I'm hoping that will fit.

They're coming is all I can say. They come with a lense, but use the stock housings or any that bolt up the same as stock.

Jody

[chicane]

........Available with the single, one color lens (with LEDS)....... like on the 67 RS ??

And not to be too intrusive, will the lens (with LEDS) be available by themselves to fit the factory bezels ??

Put me on the list for either........ :D

[Chingonrides]

The 67-68 taillight is going to offered in a few trim options. We currently have three designs of the filler trim that we will be offering to fit in the inside perimeter of the billet housing. 1. Small trim around the outer perimiter of the red lens to make the lens about 1/4 inch smaller, 2. A trim that will split the lens in half, similar to the 68 design and, 3. One that has a small back up light in the center of the lens. We will post pictures of the lights with all three options when we have them done.

I would have made more agressive changes to the light housing itself, but we had some design limitations that we needed to work around. In additon we will be offering a matching billet gas cap, and a set of rally sport back-up lights with the taillights.

I believe our light improved the rear look of 67-68 Camaros. However, the lights can appear stock if one was willing to have them plated in chrome and paint the center of the billet black.


We still need to have new gaskets made and have the billet trim inserts laser cut before we release them to the public, but a certain few will be getting the first few for feedback. The light fits very nice and it will accept the factory stamped sheet metal light housing. We will try very hard to release them to the Market before SEMA.

We are in the process of developing a new look with LED's. It is very unique from what is currently available on the market. We have many ideas for 67-68 Camaros and will pursue them all in time.

pascual
marquez design

[awr68]

Thanks or the update, remember I have a stock tail panel if you are looking for feedback!?! ;)

[Jerebus67]

I would be very interested in these as well. IF available I will purchase.
[email protected]

[mazspeed]

Hi Pascual I spoke to you a few weeks ago about trying, well hoping to get a set of these soon. My car goes to body work and paint in 2 weeks and would hope to have this set by then if possible. If I can pre pay for it please let me know. Thanks and sorry for putting you on the spot.

Mike

[mazspeed]

I was curious if there was anything new on when we can get a set? :P

[Jerebus67]

Any new news on when these will be available?

[camcojb]

Any new news on when these will be available?

Very close. I know it's been said before but it's true.

Jody

[mazspeed]

Very close. I know it's been said before but it's true.

Jody
I can't wait, I can't wait :)

[JimM]

Close is good... I even shopped the website and found that, as long as the $$$ is in line with the 69 tail lights, I could do it!!

You mentioned before that a triplle light, with a small backup light lens between 2 larger red lens is on the list. Just what I need for my 68 non rs currently sporting 67 RS tailights and zero backup lights. I also read that your billet bezels can use the stock lampholders... which only have 2 sockets... how's this gonna work?

[camcojb]

Close is good... I even shopped the website and found that, as long as the $$$ is in line with the 69 tail lights, I could do it!!

You mentioned before that a triplle light, with a small backup light lens between 2 larger red lens is on the list. Just what I need for my 68 non rs currently sporting 67 RS tailights and zero backup lights. I also read that your billet bezels can use the stock lampholders... which only have 2 sockets... how's this gonna work?

The 67/8 tails will definitely be more than the 69's. There's more parts involved and machining time is at least twice as long. We'll keep them as low as possible, but will not be in line with the 69's.

All our lenses use the stock lampholders. The triple light is a possible option for the 69's which have three sockets.

Jody

[mazspeed]

The 67/8 tails will definitely be more than the 69's. There's more parts involved and machining time is at least twice as long. We'll keep them as low as possible, but will not be in line with the 69's.

All our lenses use the stock lampholders. The triple light is a possible option for the 69's which have three sockets.

Jody
I don't care about the cost, I just need them ASAP. Car is going in this week for paint. :hail:

[expat_dude]

Man, More for the Gotta have list!!! :drive:

[Jerebus67]

Any chance to get my hands on a set of these rear lights for my 67?

[camcojb]

Any chance to get my hands on a set of these rear lights for my 67?

They are just being finalized for SEMA. They should be selling by the end of this month. We do not have finalized pricing yet. I will post when that's all done.

Jody

[mazspeed]

They are just being finalized for SEMA. They should be selling by the end of this month. We do not have finalized pricing yet. I will post when that's all done.

Jody
Thanks Jody. I will need a pair as soon as possible. Can I make an order ahead of time? We have had some body and paint work delays, but the body on my car will be going on this week and next week. Also could I use this kit on the car? http://www.cool-leds.com/pages/737505/index.htm

Thanks in advance
Mike

[camcojb]

Thanks Jody. I will need a pair as soon as possible. Can I make an order ahead of time? We have had some body and paint work delays, but the body on my car will be going on this week and next week. Also could I use this kit on the car? http://www.cool-leds.com/pages/737505/index.htm

Thanks in advance
Mike

It should work. We'll probably get a set to verify. We're gone this week for SEMA, but if you call the shop the following Monday we'll get you on the list and call you when we have pricing.

(209) 744-9917

Jody

[mazspeed]

Thanks again Jody. Hope you guys have fun down there. It's Vegas, I'm sure you will. Ill call next Monday.

Thanks
Mike

[mazspeed]

Thanks to the guys at Marquez. I won't say how much I paid, but I wanted to thank you guys for helping me out on my project and sending the shop that is doing my car the billet rear tail light package. You guys are top notch and have a customer for life. It's always nice to deal with people that have a top notch Customer Service and people who are passionate about their products and customer base. I wish more businesses where like you guys. I cannot wait to see what you guys come up with next.

Thanks again
Mike Bassi

[camcojb]

Thanks to the guys at Marquez. I won't say how much I paid, but I wanted to thank you guys for helping me out on my project and sending the shop that is doing my car the billet rear tail light package. You guys are top notch and have a customer for life. It's always nice to deal with people that have a top notch Customer Service and people who are passionate about their products and customer base. I wish more businesses where like you guys. I cannot wait to see what you guys come up with next.

Thanks again
Mike Bassi

Thanks Mike. Customer service is a big deal with us.

Jody

[mazspeed]

Thanks Mike. Customer service is a big deal with us.

Jody

I can tell and I'm not easily impressed. But I am today.

[camcojb]

I can tell and I'm not easily impressed. But I am today.

Thanks Mike! :thumbsup:

Jody

[awr68]

Does this mean we have pricing now!?! :thumbsup:

[mazspeed]

Does this mean we have pricing now!?! :thumbsup:
Not as far as I know.

[mazspeed]

Hey guys, thanks for the tail lights. The shop that has the car says that they look killer, and were VERY impressed. They also wanted to know if you had the back up lights, and front light besels. (I don't know the spelling). They wanted to know if I could buy those for the rest of the car? Almost forgot, it's for a now 67RS

Thanks again guys.
Mike

[camcojb]

Hey guys, thanks for the tail lights. The shop that has the car says that they look killer, and were VERY impressed. They also wanted to know if you had the back up lights, and front light besels. (I don't know the spelling). They wanted to know if I could buy those for the rest of the car? Almost forgot, it's for a now 67RS

Thanks again guys.
Mike

You are welcome Mike. At the moment that's all we have for the 67/8's but plan more things in the future.

Jody

[Jerebus67]

My 67 went in for paint lastweek and would love to get a set of these. I am on the "list" how long do you think it will take before I can place an order for some and have them shipped to me??

[rockdogz]

Are these available yet? Last I heard a few weeks ago they were ready except for the gaskets.

[camcojb]

Are these available yet? Last I heard a few weeks ago they were ready except for the gaskets.

Well, we got the gaskets in and they were cut wrong, so they're re-doing them now. Pascuals out of town right now so I'll have to get back to you.

Jody

[comp-spec]

I emailed u about tail lights never herd back

[camcojb]

I emailed u about tail lights never herd back

When did you e-mail? For which lights? I answer all e-mails, but some are forwarded to Pascual depending on what the question is. He has been out this week.

Jody

[comp-spec]

When I first e-mailed you about the lights for the 68 camaro I e-mailed from my house and put my shop e-mail address at the bottom. I've been checking that for a reply. My e-mail was answered at my home address. Sorry for the mix up. If any way the lights are available by January 6--I'd like a pair. Gaskets or not.

Thanks and sorry again

[rockdogz]

Any update?
Thanks,
Tom

[rockdogz]

Still a problem with the gaskets?

[4mm]

We are in the process of developing a new look with LED's. It is very unique from what is currently available on the market. We have many ideas for 67-68 Camaros and will pursue them all in time.

pascual
marquez design

What exactly is the new look with LEDS? Will it be adaptable to the billet rears I have already purchased for my 69? When will they reach market?

[camcojb]

What exactly is the new look with LEDS? Will it be adaptable to the billet rears I have already purchased for my 69? When will they reach market?

We use American Autowire for our systems. They fit the 69 billet tails and we're checking the fit with the 67/8 tails.

http://www.americanautowire.com

Jody

[camcojb]

Still a problem with the gaskets?

Yes. Evidently when the gasket maker said 5 he did not mean 500 like we thought; he meant 5000! :willy:

I'm on a mission to find these immediately. I think the factory gaskets would work, although not as clean as what we want to do.

Jody

[rockdogz]

Yes. Evidently when the gasket maker said 5 he did not mean 500 like we thought; he meant 5000! I'm on a mission to find these immediately. I think the factory gaskets would work, although not as clean as what we want to do.

Thanks Jody... So doesn't that mean you have too many gaskets??

Paint getting closer, next couple weeks so I wanted to get these in - they wanted to fit them on the body before paint.

[camcojb]

Thanks Jody... So doesn't that mean you have too many gaskets??

Paint getting closer, next couple weeks so I wanted to get these in - they wanted to fit them on the body before paint.

No. They made us a set for testing the fit, and they were way off. They used mm instead of inches like the plans were drawn up. So it was at this point that he mentioned needing at least 5000.

I'm looking locally for gasket material today; we have a shop that can laser cut them if we find a material we like.

Jody

[mazspeed]

They clean up real well. :thumbsup:

http://www.tri-phase-electric.com/IMG_01501.jpg

[rockdogz]

They clean up real well.

Hey!! No teasing.... :(

Looks good though :thumbsup:

[mazspeed]

Hey!! No teasing.... :(

Looks good though :thumbsup:


Sorry :dance:

[ArisESQ]

so when can i send you my money.

[maro2nv]

Just wondering are there going to be any 68 taillights with the split on them?

[Van B]

Any word on when the 67 Taillights will be available and how much?

[camcojb]

We finally have a gasket coming and bought our own die to make them. The taillights look like they're going to be in the $465/pair range with an introductory special price when they're available. These literally cost twice as much to machine and put together as the 69's.

Probably 3-4 weeks.


Jody

[J-Rod]

We finally have a gasket coming and bought our own die to make them. The taillights look like they're going to be in the $450/pair range with an introductory special price when they're available. These literally cost twice as much to machine and put together as the 69's.

Probably 3-4 weeks.


Jody

Think the 67-68 side markers will be available around the same time Jody? Or are those coming later down the road?

[James OLC]

Have you given any thought to 67-68 RS backup lights?
Thanks
Reboot04

[rockdogz]

Any update?? :unibrow:

[camcojb]

Any update?? :unibrow:

Guys,

I am not working with Marquez Design anymore, so I do not know, I cannot answer your questions. He is not online often, too busy. I suggest you call Pascual for info. I think the 67/8 lights are done or very close.

Marquez Design (916) 373-9783

Jody

[clill]

This sucks....

[1970cuda]

now that you left them what do you have cooking now?

[rsk68]

Are you a CNC programmer?

RSK68
Rick Klein

[camcojb]

I've been self-employed for 16 years, so I have enough to do keeping my normal business going. I am not a cnc programmer; we have a friend do that.


Jody

[rsk68]

Cool, i was just wondering
I have been looking for a Mastercam or ProManufacturing guy for a while
to work in my shop.

RSK68
Rick Klein

[rockdogz]

Was able to put my order in today... said they should ship Monday :D

[dinos67's]

Jody I’m looking for a set of 1967 Marquez rs lights please

[camcojb]

PM replied. I don't think he's in business anymore. Website is gone and his FB page hasn't had an update in 6 years. These guys still list them, might check.

https://dreamershotrods.com/product/mrq-103-pa/