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Old 08-10-2011, 09:18 AM   #1
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Hah! Ok, glad I got it right.

Be sure to post up some photos: a few before, many while in-work, and some after pics.

Everyone here loves a good project thread!
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Old 08-15-2011, 05:52 PM   #2
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A little update... The Aero Kit is still in the corner of the garage, however, I did pick up my rear diffuser at the paint shop. They did a pretty good job on them. I'm not sure when I'll get around to installing them as the kids are going back to school soon and our free time is booked!




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Old 08-16-2011, 06:36 AM   #3
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They look good, Mark! I'm looking forward to seeing all of the new pieces on the car.
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Old 08-16-2011, 07:29 AM   #4
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Appleguy -
It looks like you are doing a white version of my car, but I did it over a few years. I can't wait to see it done,,, I am sure it will look great!
I bought those rear diffusers about 3 years go and then found the Aero Kit 2 side skirts 2 years ago. This year I found the front bumper to match.
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Old 08-19-2011, 01:30 PM   #5
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Got another box delivered today!! :dance:

Hmmm what could it be this time?!?!?

WOOT! Its my painted bumperettes from Bumperplugs.com


Color match looks pretty darn good!


Hopefully I'll get some free time this weekend to start installing this stuff!!

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Old 08-20-2011, 05:13 PM   #6
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you have to install the bumperettes right away. it makes a huge difference in the look of the car...
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Old 08-20-2011, 07:23 PM   #7
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I installed both bumperettes and the diffuser today.

Bumperettes from Bumperplugs.com: A+
Perfect color match and they look great.

Diffusers from ebay: D-
After going through the whole process of removing my bumper and installing the diffusers, I ran into a couple of issues.
1. the provided hardware was too short.
2. once I got everything tightened up, the inserts in the fiberglass pulled out.
3. I'm not too happy with the overall look of them as they look like they are added onto the car.
Needless to say, I'm not too thrilled with them and I removed them.

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With Bumperettes and Diffusers (before I noticed that the diffuser inserts were pulling)


Without the diffusers

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