New Roof Wing for the G-Sedan - HappyBuyItNow Extreme3
12-09-2014, 03:24 PM
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You've got a lot of close-ups...how about a whole profile shot of the car...or a couple more with a little wider angle so we can take the car in as a whole.
12-09-2014, 04:12 PM
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In OEM trim, the rear window makes a very unremarkable line with the roof. This little piece adds a component of depth to that transition, without going crazy with an upswept lip that actually runs counter to the lines of the car.
He answers to both AJ and PeterX.
Actually, I think your first instincts were right, and it looks better butted up tight to the roof-line, rather than allowing for the gap between the glass and the roof.
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12-09-2014, 04:20 PM
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IDK. Since most cars have a curvature to the roofline where it meets up with the rear window glass, it only makes sense that the adhesive tape is stronger than the roof-wing material's tendency to go back to form. Otherwise HappyBuyItNow wouldn't be able to actually sell these things... right?
12-10-2014, 08:14 AM
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Like I said, it's a keeper. And now I'm going to keep it in my attic for about 4 more months.
Come Springtime, I'll have the Vossens back on the car, this roof wing fully installed, and new exhaust tips with FI's catback... so I'll be sure to bump this thread with some whole-car photos.
12-10-2014, 07:06 PM
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The sun is setting, so I took some more pictures without direct sunlight. IMO, these actually showcase the roof wing better than the morning pics did.
You know what? I'm calling it. This is a keeper.
(Sorry, Pedro.)
I'm still not going to install it for real until Spring 2015, though. Until then, I've got these pics to look at.
You know what? I'm calling it. This is a keeper.
(Sorry, Pedro.)I'm still not going to install it for real until Spring 2015, though. Until then, I've got these pics to look at.
Last edited by blnewt; 12-10-2014 at 11:15 PM.
12-10-2014, 09:10 PM
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Loooks pretty good, oddly enough the subtlety of the design makes it stand out amongst the rest. Not sure how well it would coordinate with the OEM decklid spoiler, designs may clash, tough to tell.
But ouch on the brake light cutout on the rear window, hate when installers do that
But ouch on the brake light cutout on the rear window, hate when installers do that
12-10-2014, 09:21 PM
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12-10-2014, 10:50 PM
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I'm particularly interested because MW.
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12-12-2014, 02:53 PM
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Looks awesome Rochester! Thanks for going out on a limb for us all. It looks better than the shadowspeed one I bought a couple years ago; it looks less angled up and more flat. Are these not available to buy on ebay yet? Did the one you receive come pre-painted? I'm ready to order
12-12-2014, 03:23 PM
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Looks awesome Rochester! Thanks for going out on a limb for us all. It looks better than the shadowspeed one I bought a couple years ago; it looks less angled up and more flat. Are these not available to buy on ebay yet? Did the one you receive come pre-painted? I'm ready to order
Agreed on the design... exactly what I had in mind.
IDK how to order one. Haven't a clue. I was expecting at this point HBIT would bump their screen name and get involved in the discussion.
Yes, mine came pre-painted, with the KH3 Paint Code (Obsidian Black) written on the backside.
Good luck with ordering. If you do it, come on back here and let people know the details.