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10-03-2014, 03:03 AM
#3511
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10-03-2014, 03:51 AM
#3512
Yeah probably will next year as it doesn't really bother me anymore, at first I hated the chrome window trim but honestly as the car has progressed as much as I hate chrome I kinda started liking it. if that makes sense but yeah since the headlights are blacked out and there is more black accents , it will make sense to black the window trim too.
10-03-2014, 08:25 AM
#3513
Costs about $20 and maybe an hour and a half
https://www.myg37.com/forums/d-i-y-i...-g-sedans.html
10-03-2014, 01:22 PM
#3514
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^used you writeup (very helpful). But I averaged about 1hr per window if you factor in the prep work (making the templates) and taking ample time to place the vinyl on the trim, tucking, cutting, etc.
First timer though and I'm sure everyone works at their own pace. But the $200+ install cost is easily avoidable.
First timer though and I'm sure everyone works at their own pace. But the $200+ install cost is easily avoidable.
10-03-2014, 01:32 PM
#3515
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Vinyl is an imperfect material for cars. Never 100%, but you can get close with skills that I don't have, slightly less close otherwise. Modding cars is all about compromise, and deciding when to stop at Good Enough.
10-03-2014, 08:31 PM
#3517
I did my own vinyl using blnewt's guide, and it was surprisingly easier than i thought. By no means is it perfect, but for about an hour and half of my time, it saved me a couple hundred bucks!
The 3M air release technology in their wrap makes the install a lot easier!
The 3M air release technology in their wrap makes the install a lot easier!
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10-04-2014, 09:06 AM
#3520
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I'm staring at this pic, wondering why your 20" CVT setup on Swift Springs looks so different than my 19" CVT setup on Swift Springs... then I saw the little brakes, and I realized your car is a xS. And there it is right in your sig line. My bad.
AWD Swifts lower the rear to a more perfect height. They just do.
Looking good, lilsix. Beautiful wheels, good drop.
AWD Swifts lower the rear to a more perfect height. They just do.
Looking good, lilsix. Beautiful wheels, good drop.
Last edited by Rochester; 10-04-2014 at 09:15 AM.
10-04-2014, 12:17 PM
#3521
C'mon man, just DIY it
Costs about $20 and maybe an hour and a half
https://www.myg37.com/forums/d-i-y-i...-g-sedans.html
Costs about $20 and maybe an hour and a half
https://www.myg37.com/forums/d-i-y-i...-g-sedans.html
10-04-2014, 07:06 PM
#3522
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Staggered Vossen's
20x9 with 245/35/20
20x10.5 with 285/30/20
Swift awd springs. No rubbing at all
The ride quality.... very harsh. Going over bumps makes me feel like something is going to break.
I've had many lowered cars. Springs, coilovers, ..... this is harsh
20x9 with 245/35/20
20x10.5 with 285/30/20
Swift awd springs. No rubbing at all
The ride quality.... very harsh. Going over bumps makes me feel like something is going to break.
I've had many lowered cars. Springs, coilovers, ..... this is harsh
10-05-2014, 12:47 AM
#3525
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