NEW 86/87 WIDE footpegs going into production, Who's interested???

[JoePA]

OK here's the deal. pdxbigfoot(Jason from trx250r.net) and I are talking to Lew at www.chassisincfab.com about making WIDE footpegs for the 86/87 quads. We are still in the process of getting a frame for mock-up and a set of pegs to him. I recieved an e-mail from him and he mentioned that maybe he'll make an initial run of like 40 sets and offer them at an introductory price of 125 bucks shipped. This is not set in stone as of yet but want to get the word out and post here if you are interested in purchasing a set. Let me know what you think and when I hear more info I'll update then.

[DnB_racing]

Im interested.... keep me posted thanks

how wide and any kick-up??and what type of finish

[JoePA]

As of right now they are going to be Non-kickup. We didin't discuss width or finish. It may just come in raw steel but I'll see what he says about finishing them.

AS soon as I hear more I'll pst it but wanted to get the owrd out as many people were asking about them and now is your chance ot get them.

[pdxbigfoot]

Ok guys and gals I was at Lew's shop today and talked pegs with him.
Here's what he's thinking. He has a 86/87 frame and my 89 so he would be able to make them for both generations.
They will be like the ones on his site and linked above. He will make 20 pair to start, half and half. They are plasma cut from 4130 and use the same for the support tubes. They also will have the kick ups.
Here's the really cool part. Raw: $100.00
Basic powder:$125.00

I have custom stuff being built by Lew and I have to say he thinks outside of the box, has vision, lays great beads and most importantly is willing to work with guys like US!
I myself feel really lucky to have ran into him and its a good step in the right direction for our long lost ancient quads (that still slay!)
Give him a buzz

[DnB_racing]

kickups yes put me down for a set for 86 definatly dibs on one set!!!!!

[pdxbigfoot]

The best way to get a set is to call or email Lew directly. I might try to get a set for my new build and post up some pics real soon.

[Jonny B]

So when I go to the site and click "components" , I scroll down, and I see some kickup style pegs. Are they going to be like those? I am looking for a 88-89 style of kickup...

[pdxbigfoot]

Yes and no.
Those are off a Shee or Raptor. The 250R ones will be in the same style as that picture.

[troybilt]

Here so you don't have to scroll on that strangely formated site :D

[pdxbigfoot]

Ok I just placed an order for the 1st set.
Hoping to have them done ASAP so everyone can see fit and finish.
I will shoot pics up here as soon as I can.

[TLR-Online]

Are they gonna have a mounting plate welded to them so they are solid mount? Or are they gonna be like the Roll pegs where you have to use the stock peg mount?

[pdxbigfoot]

I will see Lew again tomorrow and I will find out.

[Big Roost R]

Would be really awesome if he fabbed up some heelgaurds to go with them. Definitely interested

[pdxbigfoot]

Those will be in the works as well.
Lew made some pegs and heel guards for a 450R and is trying to find the pics.
As soon as I get them I will post up some pics.

[troybilt]

If he did that count me in. I'd just need to find some nerfs to work with those pegs. So it would be a similar setup to like IMS? nerfs, pegs, and heel guards all seperate correct? I'm ready do pull the trigger so let me know, on the heel guards!!! :D I tried to get Rath to do something and after some smoke blown my way saying they would, they won't return emails, probably too busy right now... haha...

Thanks Jason!!

Troy

[pdxbigfoot]

Yes its really good to see someone that really wants to help and design "new" things for the R
A soon as I can sit down with him and get some ideas flowing I will post up.

This is a great thing guys and his fab skills are off the chart so at this point the only limit is our imagination.

[troybilt]

Originally posted by pdxbigfoot
Yes its really good to see someone that really wants to help and design "new" things for the R
A soon as I can sit down with him and get some ideas flowing I will post up.

This is a great thing guys and his fab skills are off the chart so at this point the only limit is our imagination.

Well if he needs any CAD/Design work to get these done let me know, I'd be glad to help.

[pdxbigfoot]

Ill see.
We are going to make this happen guys!!!!
In my opinion we shouldnt have to beg companies to make stuff for our quads.
They need to remember what quad got them to where they are now.

[troybilt]

Originally posted by pdxbigfoot
Ill see.
We are going to make this happen guys!!!!
In my opinion we shouldnt have to beg companies to make stuff for our quads.
They need to remember what quad got them to where they are now.

I agree wholeheartedly, however, those companies that dropped the R are only doing it because they couldn't make any money on them, and there was very little advertising, since none of the Pros run 250rs anymore... that is until recently. What I don't get is why take the 250r stuff off the books? The designs/fixtures/capital was all done/spent, they weren't costing anything and didn't need to carry inventory... etc... I don't mind waiting an extra couple weeks to have something made to order... asinine if you ask me...

[hawaiiysr]

I totally agree. Why toss the plans, the blue prints for a part if the R&D was already spent one it?

A good example of this is Roll Design pegs for the R. They use to have a great product that is still in demand today. The don't make the pegs anymore because they don't have the molds. if they just hung onto the molds we would have pegs and roll would be making money.

[Big Roost R]

Im keeping an eye on this thread and roll design pegs were great pegs too bad.

[trx250r 88]

yea,i want a set of these!

[pdxbigfoot]

Ok guys and gals.....
Spent the afternoon at Lew's shop and heres what we came up with.
I brought my Roll peg's and stock 86 peg mounting plates.
He designed the 86 first. If memory serves me correct he lowered it by 1/2" and moved it back to 88/89 distance.
The 88/89 were a little more difficult but he knocked it out of the park. They will basically have the same geometry as my Roll but will be 1/2" lower as well.
They will both have 3 rows of teeth and a kick up. They are going to be 1/4 wider than the Rolls and will have three 1 inch support tubes instead of his usual 4.
The mounting plates will be 3/8 4130 chromoly as well as the tubes.
There will be 2 tunnels running through them for nerfs and future heel guard mounting.

These are going to be kick *****!!!
So design is done and now he will order matierial then cut them out. Im guessing production will start next week.
As soon as my set is done I will mount them and get pics up.

Heres the spy photo's......

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff145/pdxbigfoot/Chassisincfab/IMG02059-20110309-1324.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff145/pdxbigfoot/Chassisincfab/IMG02055-20110309-1245.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff145/pdxbigfoot/Chassisincfab/IMG02056-20110309-1254.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff145/pdxbigfoot/Chassisincfab/IMG02058-20110309-1312.jpg

[pdxbigfoot]

Keep in mind that these have yet to be plasma cut. If anyone has any suggestions please let me know.

[troybilt]

Originally posted by pdxbigfoot
Keep in mind that these have yet to be plasma cut. If anyone has any suggestions please let me know.


These are going to be sweet! Keep the updates coming!!

[latheboy]

PDX--

I just picked up a set of the motosport nerf bars. they seem ok so far. I would like a set of these pegs also. The motosport bars bolt to the front face of the stock '87 peg. (kinda dumb)
Do you know if these wide pegs are wider at an equal distace about centerline?
Another way of asking this would be..... Is the front face of the wide peg at the same postion as the stock peg?

[pdxbigfoot]

Im fairly certain that he moved everything back and the front of the peg is at stock location.
I will also double check the bolt holes for mounting nerfs and heel guards as well. Im pretty sure those holes are Roll width.
Ill let him know guys.

[Prime Target]

I just got the motorsport nerfs and haven't mounted them yet. I would DEFINITELY buy a set of these pegs but would like to be able to use the new nerfs with these new pegs. Also, I'd get the heel savers with the new pegs if he's gonna fab them too. These pegs are badass! I'll be keeping an eye on this thread.:D

[pdxbigfoot]

It might end up being a per order semi-custom fit.
You send in your nerf bar mounting hole dimensions and he would build the front plate to accept your favorite nerfs......I dont know for sure, these are just thoughts but I will be keeping him updated and ask him as many questions as possible.

[Prime Target]

If he made these pegs with heel guards i'm thinking i'd probably just ditch the nerfs. I haven't put the nerfs on yet and i'd honestly rather have those monster looking pegs with guards instead. If the nerfs bolt up, bonus. I need the pegs for an 87 frame.

[redrider419]

Any chance there will be a design for the 88-89 frame?

[redrider419]

Nevermind, on the droid and didn't see the other pages, I would like an 88 style please!

[pdxbigfoot]

I think the best plan of attack is to focus on one thing at a time.
So pegs for both generations should come first.
I will not be "taking orders" I will mainly just be keeping everyone up to date with the progress.

When they are done and there are a few sets on the shelf then I will give the green light to call Lew directly.

Lets get the pegs done 1st then move onto heel guards.

I will update this thread as info come's in.

Jason

[Prime Target]

PDX, I sent Lew an e-mail just letting him know of my interest in purchasing a set for my 87. In no way am I trying to step on any toes or jump the line. I just figured an e-mail from me would let him know of my interest in his product and that if he makes a few sets I would be interested once available. I'll keep an eye on this thread and when you give the OK, I'll place an order with him.

[pdxbigfoot]

As much as I hate this saying...."its all good"

[DnB_racing]

any time line on these!!!

Ive allready sent an email expressing my interest and to put me on the list for a set for a 86,

but im just wondering about when they will start to sell to public??

[pdxbigfoot]

I'm meeting with him right now. I will know more and post tonight guys.

[DnB_racing]

Originally posted by pdxbigfoot
I'm meeting with him right now. I will know more and post tonight guys. please tell him thank you!!!!! for not giving up on a classic!!!

[pdxbigfoot]

Here's the current update.
Lew will be grabbing the chromoly tomorrow and then it will go to a laser cutter, hopefully by tomorrow as well.
He's hoping to get them back in his hands by Friday.
Realistically Im guessing actual fab will start by this time next week.
He stated that laser cut is a much better way to go for his peg design as far as the clean cut that a laser provides. He has done them with a plasma plotter before and it works but takes quite abit of work to get them to look as clean as the laser.

Be patient guys and gals....these are going to go into production! Its in the 3rd stage out of 5.
Stay tuned!!!

[dlunn]

Jason, thanks again for going to all the work to get these built. I am waiting patiently to put in an order for 86 and 88 pegs.

[Skyman]

I ordered mine today. Lew's Waitin till Wednesday to get em back from powder coat. Cain wait.. Been great dealin with him.

[socal]

I would love to see these mounted.That we be the selling point for most!

[pdxbigfoot]

I will get some pics this week of them mounted.

[Prime Target]

Anyone get their footpegs yet? I'm still waiting on mine.

[pdxbigfoot]

Hello once again guys and gals.
I was at the shop today and was able to get some pics of them mounted.
I will also be back out there working on my subframe tomorrow so I will see whats going on with shipping.
I can tell you this much....sitting on the seat with these give you a really good feeling of being secure. I have lost a foot off the pegs on more than one occasion and as you all know it really sucks. They feel very "natural" and the craftmanship is incredible.

We talked heel guards today as well and needless to say the wheels are turning.

Updates as I get them on all fronts.

[pdxbigfoot]

Sorry everyone...Photobucket is down so theres going to be alot of big pics here. I appologize.

[pdxbigfoot]

86/87
I love the placement on these....they feel "just right"

[pdxbigfoot]

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[Jonny B]

Is that a laeger frame for the cr500 engine that the 89 pegs are on?

[pdxbigfoot]

Yes it is!






***EVIL GRIN***

[Jonny B]

Also curious if it has a hand coned pipe by paul turner? I once had a laeger framed cr500 and that looks like my old frame. I call her the one that got away...

[pdxbigfoot]

I picked it up from dquarton here on the forum. I just got the frame and subframe from him, no pipe.

I promise she has found a good home.

[troybilt]

Originally posted by pdxbigfoot
I picked it up from dquarton here on the forum. I just got the frame and subframe from him, no pipe.

I promise she has found a good home.

Speaking of which when ya starting a build thread? I want to see what you got instore for that sick frame!!

[pdxbigfoot]

Just getting back from visiting Lew today and working on my chassis.
There was a delay with powdercoating and they should of been done on wednesday. He got the call today and is going to get them all tomorrow. I appologize kids and appreciate your patience.

As far as my Laeger CR500 chassis....Im going to get it all done then write a book on here. I have been documenting every step of this "transformation" and I will release it all at once.

All I can say is.......this will be the quad Honda wishes they would of made!!

Hang in there footpeg guys...they will get too ya.

As we all know theres always "something"

[JoePA]

I sure hope they get here by next week....I'm getting antsy!!!

[Prime Target]

I got my raw finish pegs today and they are amazing. They look indestructable and the build quality is incredible. They exceeded my expectations and I will definitely be buying the heel guards from Lew once he fabs them. Thanks to Lew and PDX for making these a reality.:muscle:

[DnB_racing]

I got my black P/Ced pegs today OHHHH YA!!!! look nice cant wait to stick my feet on these

[JoePA]

I'm still waiting and it's almost a month!!!!

I sure hope they get here this week.....it's racing season!

[pdxbigfoot]

Joe im sorry about the hold up.
I do know they all shipped the same day so they have to be getting close.
They will be worth the wait but I do appologize.


:mad:

[JoePA]

All is good Jason as the R is still in pieces. I know this is the first run and getting everything in order can be a pain. It will be well worth the wait I'm sure. Just getting excited I guess!!

How about some pics there boys of these pegs mounted on your R????

[pdxbigfoot]

They were 1st run and he was welding to order. Then the ones that went to powder were running late. Its one of those things as with anything custom...sometimes it takes a bit.

I just had about 30 hours of work on a hood prototype go south on me in the blink of an eye and was left with litterally nothing to show for it but a big frown and the feeling of defeat.

[redrider419]

Anyone have a pic of these mounted yet??

[pdxbigfoot]

Go back to page 5 of this thread.

[trx750gsxr]

not trying to step on anyones toes but i have a similar design. Except i have removable kick-ups and the peg its self will be universal between different model mount plates

[pdxbigfoot]

I really date myself with sayings such as "awesome"..... dont I??

Those really look good. Have you made any sets yet?? I have been following your swingarm thread and that looks good as well.

I encourage anyone to make what they can, its good for our quads and good for the moral of the R community.

[Skyman]

Damn Lew!!!
Thanks so much for these pegs. Was jammin with them at Silver Lake Sand Dunes this weekend. Killer grip. Although I did need to modify the height of my existing AC Nerf Bars in order for these to fit. Wicked and Bad A!!. Highly recommended. The black powder coat turned out nice also.

[JoePA]

I got my pegs today and all I can say is HOLY CHIT BATMAN!! The pegs looks just amazing! I bolted them up fot a fit test and PERFECT!! I'll try and get them in powder this weekend but probably Monday. I'll post a pic then.

I also got to give Lew a HUGE kudos for fixing what UPS's goof up! Somewhere between here and Lew's my pegs got lost. I statyed in contact with Lew and we gave it a while to make sure they would show up and they didn't. So Lew contacted me and said he is going to weld up another set and got them out to me ASAP! Well when he said ASAP I didn't think it would be that quick be he wasn't kidding. 2 days later there is a box at the house with pegs and a few other goodies. His customer service is TOP NOTCH! Glad to have him on board the 250R crew!!! Thanks Lew.....""beers""

I'll be sporting the Chassis FAB Inc logo on the R and I have got to say it looks GREAT!
http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t182/1BAD400/Photo04222248.jpg

[askmd]

I managed to miss this posting, the pegs look awesome is there a chance more of these will be available in the near future,raw or coated?

[pdxbigfoot]

There are 6 pair left. I think! I can get a solid count this week.

[maryland450r]

Still no pics from anyone of these powder coated pegs mounted yet????hahaha I'm dying to see some in black, mounted on an '88-89. Hopefully Lew still has some available when I can order some soon...

[dlunn]

I'll try and get my pics posted tomorrow on my 88. They are a really good set of pegs and the price is right.

[askmd]

Fantastic Im looking for at least one possibly two sets, thanks for checking

[JoePA]

Here is a pic in powder...isn't the best but gives you an idea.

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t182/1BAD400/Photo04291753.jpg

Also a bump for snacob14

[etccb]

I have a couple of questions. This may be in this thread somwhere but I would like to know exactly how much lower these pegs are then stock and a forward back measurement based on the leading edge of these pegs vs the stock pegs leading edge.
Thanks

[etccb]

Bump

Could someone that has these pegs on an 86-87 pretty please with suger on top take the measurements for me above.
Thank You

[JoePA]

I'll get you the measurements tomorrow.

They are about 1/2 lower than stock. Is there a particular measurement you are looking for with the WIDE pegs installed?

[etccb]

Thank you for your help!
I am looking to confirm how much lower they are and a forward back measurement of the leading edge where the nerfs bolt up. The width also but I am sure that is here on the boards already. How do these relate to the roll pegs. Xfactor has nerfs listed for the trx250r with roll pegs so those might be perfect. I am needing a set of nerfs and pegs this month for this 87 that I am working on and would like to go this route if I can come up with a nerf that will work and if the pegs are relocated from the stock position. With a good peg like this as a starting point really almost any nerf that will fit would be fine so I have some different mounting area options that are on the market to go through to maybe get more clearance then you had with yours. I just don't want to waste a bunch of time and would continue looking elsewhere if these pegs are in the stock location as far as ht and the center of the peg. It is very hard to find something for the 86-87. XFR will make a set of nerfs with 2" wide pegs for me but the pegs are in the stock location.

[JoePA]

I took some measurements and they are pretty darn close to the stock location! I must have frame issues or something!!

The WIDE pegs are about 4 1/4 from the aft bolt hole center to the forward side of the peg and they ar about the same height as stockers...i thoguht they were lower.

The stock peg is about 3 3/4 from center to the of the aft mounting hole to the forward edge of the peg.\\I'll have to look at the x factor nerfs and see what they look like.

[etccb]

Thanks JoePA.
Man, where did all of the down and back stuff go???????
I just don't know what to do and I am running out of time.

[etccb]

The other measurement needed in the search for nerfs that could be used with these pegs would be the mounting area for the nerf on the peg. hole to hole to X= the clearance required around the end area of the peg. Some seem to stay lower then others at the peg end area as well.
I want a setup with pegs that are down and back but that may not be an option any more.

edit: I talked to Lew and a nerf bar manu today. This may all work out. I will update when I have more info.

[JoePA]

That was my next suggestion...talk to Lew in regards to nerfs. I KNOW he can hook you up. That's my next step.

[etccb]

I need 2 measurements from someone with a set of these pegs asap.
#1-What is the distance from the center of the nerf mounting bolt holes on the pegs to the bottom of the frame rail?
#2-How wide are Lews pegs?

Thanks

[JoePA]

#1 The measurement is 2 1/8 from the center of one of the small mounting holes to the bottom of the frame
#2 The pegs are 2 3/4 wide.


I was just going to IM you with the measurements then I saw your post. Sorry it took so long to get them to you...had drill and a small medical emergency!!!! Isn't life fun!!! LOL

Let me know what you find out about nerfs too.

[etccb]

Thanks, and I understand the life stuff for sure. It has been a tuff week for my family as well. Now on to some really unimportant things that help distract our mind a little.
With a 1/2 forward leading edge, 2 3/4 wide, and this stock one in my hand at 1 1/8 these pegs are back 1 1/8.
I will be working on a few things today and I will let you know what I come up with. I will be ordering some things this week.:D

[norcalatver]

Ever get these pegs?

[JoePA]

I believe Lew moved into a bigger shop and trying to get everything set up as well as get orders out the door has pushed orders back some.

I would stay tuned as I think etccb and Lew have been working on something??!!

[etccb]

I just recieved them on Thursday. They are now made of stainless and I believe he is going to start making them all to the specs that I hade him make mine. 1/2 lower and 1/4 off of the leading edge from his first version. I might be able to install them and these new xfactor nerfs today to see if they will work out like I have hoped. If not today it will be Thursday night. I will let you guys know how it works out and post some pics.

[pdxbigfoot]

It was a long battle getting his shop moved, having his TIG welder just stop working and spending about a month trying to troubleshoot it, Lew is finally up and going again.

I appreciate Evan's patience in getting his set.....thanx bud for being so understanding through this mess!

Version 2.0......
Better placement (Evans specs) with a better "feel", fit and stance.
100% 316 stainless
4 rows of teeth
lighter than the first version
We are also polishing all the stainless before assembly (this pair is not)
These are parts for life guys and if your R exploded they would survive....they are totally overbuilt and as beefy as they come.

[pdxbigfoot]

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[J250r]

They look awesome. When will version 2 be available for sale?

[pdxbigfoot]

They are ready to go.
Got a drawer full of stainless laser cut parts just waiting to be assembled.

[JoePA]

Looks like I'll be ordering up a set of these too!!!

Lew is the man as his products and Customer service is top notch!!

Jason thank you for everything as without your help these pegs would have been just a dream. Please tell Lew thank you and I may need a set of decals for next years plactics!!!

[Motofool250r]

pdx update me with the way to order a set. and the price contact info for Lew

[KSRRider]

Originally posted by Motofool250r
pdx update me with the way to order a set. and the price contact info for Lew

Me too! I gotta have a set of these. Great work Lew and Jason!

[JoePA]

Here you go! http://www.chassisincfab.com/index1New.html

Trust me you will be very happy with the quality of these pegs. I believe he makes them for the 88-89 as well! be sure to post pics when you get them!!

[Motofool250r]

i know that i will like the pegs i have a set of his pegs already they were for a banshee and had to custom fab the install

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-FXS4C1hYB7Q/TOv_FrEVraI/AAAAAAAABTs/xIkXnk99Ue4/s912/047.JPG

[etccb]

Here you go.
You can see more info here.
http://www.exriders.com/vbb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=473894

[Motofool250r]

mine are being shipped today, wewt

pics after arrival

[norcalatver]

I ordered a pair a week ago. Waiting to hear when they will ship. I ordered them polished stainless. Can't wait to get them!!!!

[norcalatver]

Originally posted by Motofool250r
mine are being shipped today, wewt

pics after arrival

You ever get yours? I'm still waiting!

[Motofool250r]

yea my father installed them last night, ordered mine mild steel and gave him a couple options on powder incase he had a load of parts going in, so maybe the polisher has your pegs for the extra shine =)

[JoePA]

There is a good chance they are still at the polisher. Call him to varifiy as my first set got lost in the mail and after he sent me another pair of pegs the first set showed up at his doorstep..."return to sender"!!??

[norcalatver]

Yeah, they are still at the polisher. I guess he underestimated how long polishing would take

[norcalatver]

These pegs are freaking awesome! When I first got them I thought they were huge. After riding with them now, they are the best pegs I've ever owned. Maybe someone could help me post a pic of these polished bad boys?

[pdxbigfoot]

Email them to me at pdxbigfoot@yahoo.com and ill post them.

[JoePA]

Originally posted by norcalatver
they are the best pegs I've ever owned.


I couldn't agree with you more!!! Best looking, fit and customer service!!!!

[bholzgen]

These pegs are awesome. Cant wait to get a set! Pretty awesome that he is making stainless ones now!

[liverideatv]

I need a set for a roll design chassis with the 88/89 style mount. Send invoice to dflynnmail@aol.com. Thanks, Dallas

[trx250r 88]

any updated pics on these? what finish are they available in now?where do i order them?

[JoePA]

Give Lew a call. You can get his number here www.chassisincfab.com

Look up Etccb poat on pegs and nerfs. i'll see fi I can find the link. I think if you scroll back a page or two they are on this post as well.