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Fiddlebog 02-10-2020 06:03 AM

I like the 996 bumper best.

tommy583 02-10-2020 11:22 AM

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1581366095.jpg

I think this bumper looks good.

9864ever 02-11-2020 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by tommy583 (Post 611543)

That does look great. Any idea what brand? I'd need the center slot open though as I have the S.

9864ever 02-11-2020 09:35 AM

Just posted this in another thread - if anyone is looking for OEM sideskirts and rear spoiler let me know!

http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-cayman-parts-sale-wanted/77175-brand-new-oem-side-skirts-rear-spoiler-aerokit.html#post611583

9864ever 02-11-2020 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by itsnotanova (Post 611526)
There's some in this thread, but you're not going to be able to see any difference from a picture on a computer screen. You notice the difference when you go to install it. I had to modify the side marker light area so that the light would slide into the front mount of the light. The slot was too thick for it to slide into. I also had to adjust the front top mounting bracket slightly. Both took 10 minutes.
http://986forum.com/forums/show-tell-gallery/59449-woodys-build-thread.html

Damn that does look good and if that's all you had to do to get it to fit it doesnt seem intimidating at all.
How is the fit in person where the bumper meets the hood? In the photo's it looks slightly raised on one side but then again like you said hard to tell with pictures.

tommy583 02-11-2020 10:55 AM

It is the Aero kit I. Porsche factory part. Same deal as the one you are looking to buy only different model. The kit came with bumper, side skirts and trunk lid. The trunk lid has a wing on it.

tommy583 02-11-2020 10:59 AM

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1581451136.jpg

They made it in S model as well. Not sure of the part number.

Dubaday 02-11-2020 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Fiddlebog (Post 611534)
I like the 996 bumper best.

100% agree with you

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1581452082.jpg

tommy583 02-11-2020 02:15 PM

Yes the turbo look bumper is my next favorite, maybe my most favorite. I just don't feel like paying for one :cheers:

9864ever 02-11-2020 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by TTGator (Post 611532)
I followed Jan's lead and went KBD. Made this install video so you can see exactly what you're getting and the process involved in installing it. Just got it back from my painter and it looks great!

https://youtu.be/lyVFm4E8A1A

If the info in the video helps you decide to buy one, please use the link in the description as I'll get a small kickback from Amazon ;)

I actually saw your video on Youtube a while ago. Great job on the install. I'm dead set on the GT3 style though.

TTGator 02-11-2020 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 9864ever (Post 611604)
I actually saw your video on Youtube a while ago. Great job on the install. I'm dead set on the GT3 style though.

That IS the GT3 style so you’re in luck ;) And thanks!

9864ever 02-11-2020 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by TTGator (Post 611607)
That IS the GT3 style so you’re in luck ;) And thanks!

This is the one I am interested in. Yours looks different. Is this not the GT3?http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1581472070.jpg

TTGator 02-11-2020 05:40 PM

Mine is called a “GT3 style” bumper but it’s definitely different than that one. Maybe different year GT3.

itsnotanova 02-12-2020 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by TTGator (Post 611614)
Mine is called a “GT3 style” bumper but it’s definitely different than that one. Maybe different year GT3.

That style is taken from the 2012-16 991 GT3
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Originally Posted by 9864ever (Post 611586)
Damn that does look good and if that's all you had to do to get it to fit it doesnt seem intimidating at all.
How is the fit in person where the bumper meets the hood? In the photo's it looks slightly raised on one side but then again like you said hard to tell with pictures.

Thanks. You are correct in what you see. The spot where the hood meets the bumper was not aligned correctly. I had to remove the bumper and lower the mounting bracket at those two spots. I never downloaded pictures after i fixed it

9864ever 02-12-2020 01:48 PM

Thanks. You are correct in what you see. The spot where the hood meets the bumper was not aligned correctly. I had to remove the bumper and lower the mounting bracket at those two spots. I never downloaded pictures after i fixed it[/QUOTE]

That's positive news then because apart from that it looks great. I'm still chasing after OEM but these pics are very convincing that it could be an option. I wonder if you are the only one that had success with Duraflex unless people ONLY post negative reviews?

Kboggs 02-15-2020 01:55 AM

I was wondering why the vent grills I ordered wouldnt fit? Of all the things everyone has noticed on my car, noone mentioned it had the wrong bumper. After searching looks like prior owner put a 911 carrera bumper of the same year on mine.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...d574a5cc37.jpg


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JBauer 02-15-2020 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 9864ever (Post 611669)
Thanks. You are correct in what you see. The spot where the hood meets the bumper was not aligned correctly. I had to remove the bumper and lower the mounting bracket at those two spots. I never downloaded pictures after i fixed it

That's positive news then because apart from that it looks great. I'm still chasing after OEM but these pics are very convincing that it could be an option. I wonder if you are the only one that had success with Duraflex unless people ONLY post negative reviews?[/QUOTE]

I bought one, was impossible to fit, not even close. Body shops wouldn't touch it. Car id wouldn't take it back. Threw in away. Duraflex is junk and they are aware of it and don't care.


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