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: Wind Restrictor (A History and Introduction) by King Penn Industries Inc.


Windrestrictor
07-29-2008, 02:44 PM
I just wanted to take the time to let this forum know a little bit about us. This is not a thread to sell our products, as there are many more for that. :) We've had the opportunity to speak with many of you and this has been a popular request. We appreciate the opportunity that was given us to become supporting vendors to this fine XLR forum and hope that we can continue to support it as time passes. I've included a few video links for any of you that like watching videos.

The laser etched and illuminated wind deflector was invented by Robert King Pennington just after the turn of the century. The first roadster that it was designed for was the Mercedes SLK (his personal vehicle). Young Robert was an entrepreneur from the very beginning and was as creative as they come. Back porch projects were becoming almost a daily thing as Robert grew older and became more and more interested in cars and “fixing them up”. It was very normal for my grandfather not to be able to find his power tools because Robert had them scattered about the back porch, the back yard or at his apartment. Fast forward a little bit and he started testing the market with private dealers getting all of the feedback that he could. Eventually he became convinced that the product would be in big demand and made the decision to start producing "Windrestrictors" as he called them. Here's a clip off of the about us section on our website.

VIDEO: http://myspacetv.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=19732361


About Us
Wind Restrictor , a division of King Penn Industries, was founded by Robert King Pennington who in 1997 went through a liver transplant and battled to save the remainder of his life. Robert felt his ideas and talents were inspired by God and money never came first in his business. The prices of Wind Restrictor products are reasonable and the quality is superb according to thousands of satisfied customers. Unfortunately Robert lost his battle with his health and was called away on April 24th of 2007. Just before his passing he was approached by many dealerships and other automotive companies, to expand his product line and business, and he realized this could no longer be a small home based business that he could handle just on his own. Upon his passing his amazing God-loving family, who have stood by him, and believed in him have chosen to continue his legacy by taking the business to the next level. Wind Restrictor is growing, bringing out new products and carrying on business in a way that we know Robert would be proud. He is still with us in spirit.

It is Robert's vision and desire to offer the best wind blockers (Wind Restrictor ) on the market today that not ONLY offer the deflection of wind turbulence but at the same time offer the patent pending features of illumination and high-end laser etchings to promote your roadster, business or car club.

Robert was known for talking to customers for literally hours at a time like he had known them all his life. He had a kind heart and was very generous. He made many friends in many parts of the world before he passed away and those friends we are still in contact with today.

VIDEO: http://myspacetv.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=39033150

As we began to see Robert getting sick and at the same time working harder and harder to satisfy customers we knew that something had to change. He would hire all of his friends and would always end up getting more and more in debt. Somehow God saw fit for us to make time to begin helping him and we were incorporated in no time at all. Our first building which Robert picked out was near downtown Dallas and we stayed there for over a year. We’re now located in Garland which is a lot closer to home for most of the staff. We strive to always provide the top quality product that our founder created and nothing less. Much time and effort goes into each project order that is received. We have lots of fun helping people personalize their roadsters and could not wish for anything else to do in the world! Below you will see some of our photos growing Roberts legacy.



Our first wall in the new office. = )
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/Compliationphotos2082.jpg
Our President! (white hat) = )
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/Compliationphotos2079.jpg
not sure about this one... lol
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/Compliationphotos2058.jpg
This was a bunch of fun!
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/Compliationphotos2066.jpg
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/Compliationphotos2085.jpg
GETTING ORGANIZED... I think? :eek
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/Compliationphotos2063.jpg

More coming in a few minutes)
:)

Windrestrictor
07-29-2008, 02:50 PM
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/kingpennbanner.jpg
Roberts SKY, now a marketing vehicle. I hope we can do a run with you guys one day! ?
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/ROBZRED.jpg
And our other marketing vehicle! lol (gosh these are nice) owned by Pam and Ashli.
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/156_156.jpg
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/013_13.jpg
Us set up in Vegas with about 150 roadsters! yaaaa!
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/110_110.jpg
This is one of our sponsored cars. (it will be seen in the FAST and FURIOUS part 4 with Vin Deisel and ALSO Night Rider to be seen this fall on NBC.
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/102_102.jpg
Some of the staff in Vegas!
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/196_196.jpg

Windrestrictor
07-29-2008, 03:02 PM
Behind the scenes photo of Paul Walker with the solstice/ferrari we sponsor with our product on another car.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/IMG_0941.jpg

And here is the one we made for FREESOL that will be in the movies also.
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/electricblue1.jpg


So far, Roberts company has shipped to roadster owners in over 15 different countries. Aside from windscreen production we have recently got into designing edge lit art for homes and businesses.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/Slideshowphotos4045.jpg
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/Monroe.jpg
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/mallett-1.jpg


Thank you for your support so far on this forum. It was an honor assisting many of you with the recent XLR windscreen projects. We look forward to working with many more of you in the future! Please, give us a call if you ever need anything at all or simply want to talk! :)

Wishing all of you good health, wealth and hapiness. :thumbs

Stephen Pennington
Director of Sales
www.windrestrictor.com
972-487-5987
"Roberts elder brother"

Windrestrictor
07-29-2008, 03:15 PM
And finally, giving credit to where credit is due. Here's young Robert working away as always to build his business and satisfy his customers no matter what. He would want you to know that the credit is due to his creator.


Enjoy your week everyone :thumbs

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/xl_Robert_Hospital_2.jpg

Roberts recent release that he began working on at the beginning of 07.

VIDEO: http://youtube.com/watch?v=oZQJGFArqAg

Lola's mom
07-29-2008, 04:35 PM
Congratulations on your success ..... and my heart is filled with the sorrow of your loss....

Ruth Ann

Windrestrictor
07-29-2008, 04:46 PM
Thank you so much. It's brought our familty together and given me a whole new perspective on life. for that I am truly greatful. He definately wanted us to pick up where he left off. I have a photo of us on my office wall that is far better than any motivational poster I've ever owned. It simply says, "Counting on you Big Bro".

standby
07-29-2008, 07:57 PM
Thank you Steven and thanks for putting this up, we have real good people here on the forum and I knew if you did this it would be welcomed with open arms.
I think Robert is looking down with a big smile on his face. Keep up the good work It was my pleasure and honor to introduce this wonderful product to the Bowling Green XLR's this last June.
Bob

Windrestrictor
08-09-2008, 12:34 PM
It's been a pleasure working with all of you. I hope one day to meet some of you in person. :)

Have a great weekend everyone!

cadillac tech
08-09-2008, 01:04 PM
Thanks for sharing your story...I'm sure Robert is very proud of all of you. Keep up the great work. :thumbs

Maybe you guys can come join us in San Antonio next May.

Bruce :flag

Lola's mom
08-09-2008, 01:04 PM
YOU SAID you would try to be in San Antonio ..... :party

I'm sure you'd want to see the fruit of your labors there .... :yesnod

Lola's Mom

Windrestrictor
08-11-2008, 02:38 PM
We do plan on being there. Or at least I do! Sounds like alot of fun! :party

Windrestrictor
02-05-2009, 01:40 PM
One of our founders goals was to produce our products for all of the GM roadsters. We're moving forward with this currently. Congratulations staff! :cheers

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff258/Windrestrictor/WRcorvetteConcept.png

Windrestrictor
08-31-2010, 11:55 AM
Hello, David from Windrestrtrictor.com! I would like to let you all know that we will be launching our brand new website in approximately one month. We are looking for beautiful photos so if you have any please send them to sales@kingpennindustries.com if you would like your Windrestrictor to be featured on our new website.

All questions and inquiries should be directed to sales@kingpennindustries.com. All forum members interested in our products will receive a discount when you enter the forum discount code. The forum member discount code this month is Preferred10.

By the way, if you have any Corvette owners on your block please let them know we have a brand new WindRestrictor that will be released next month for their roadster!
Help us get some views on this promo video here! >>
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAkjX957gXg
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