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Old Apr 28, 2012 | 02:39 PM
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Talking New CF Hood (UPDATE w/ IPL bumper)

Finally got all the parts in. There is still a small gap with the hood. But minor adjustments here and there its not really bothering me or noticeable in person until you come really close to the car.

IPL Bumper fits PERFECT

AGAIN i know the gap is there. IT DOESNT BOTHER ME.

I plan on blacking out the chrome accents, embelem, and my lights shipped out to 180 for some custom work.

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Old Apr 28, 2012 | 03:27 PM
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Is it a bit short in front? Looks pretty good though, do you know how much lighter than the OEM it is?
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Old Apr 28, 2012 | 03:28 PM
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post pics when you get the ipl bumper cause i havnt seen one with tech package and thats what i want to see then i will pull the trigger on it too
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 05:06 AM
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Originally Posted by A_Palaroan
post pics when you get the ipl bumper cause i havnt seen one with tech package and thats what i want to see then i will pull the trigger on it too

Thers nothing to see... You won't be able to use it only... The IPL sticks out longer
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 05:14 AM
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How's the fit? Looks like there's a gap in the front?
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 10:32 AM
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the front is missing the plastic shroud on the back that holds up the bumper. It was broken due to a fender bender. thats why the front looks gapped. But the fitment is really good and i couldnt be more happier with it,

its noticebaly lighter than oem but i dunno how much
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 10:36 AM
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Fix that atrocious gap and then repost some photos. Right now it looks like it's unlatched with that big gap.
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 12:56 PM
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looks good bro... like the theme your going with btw... nicely done...

looking at the bucket seats... more close pics of them??? seats look good from that pic...
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 01:44 PM
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Originally Posted by frty9rsfn
looks good bro... like the theme your going with btw... nicely done...

looking at the bucket seats... more close pics of them??? seats look good from that pic...
Thank you the hood is not as bad as they are making it sound. Fitment is very good IMO. ill snap pics when i recieve the bumper and all my other parts.

for the seats here you go
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 02:05 PM
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the front gap is common with the TS style. thats why the picky G owners go with the OEM CF hood. although the ts style hood looks amazing, for the pickier owners the gap would bother them.
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted by daren_ipl
the front gap is common with the TS style. thats why the picky G owners go with the OEM CF hood. although the ts style hood looks amazing, for the pickier owners the gap would bother them.
No, picky owners wouldn't buy a knockoff that fits that way, they'd get an authentic Top Secret hood that fits like it's supposed to or stick with OEM that fits like OEM.

It is what it is. - a copy of a copy. It fit won't be even close to perfect, even authentic isn't completely perfect but closer than this one.

OP - Having the front plate displayed in the front windshield like that will NOT prevent you from getting a citation in Texas. It will draw an officer's attention to the fact that it's not displayed on the front bumper where it's supposed to be. Just letting you know in case you are unaware.
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by axelamoe
Thank you the hood is not as bad as they are making it sound. Fitment is very good IMO. ill snap pics when i recieve the bumper and all my other parts.

for the seats here you go
looks good man... i like what youve done... bet it looks even better in person...

remember, be ready for those that will bash when you post pics... not many here, including myself, support replica parts... but as long as you are happy, it is all that matters...
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by frty9rsfn
not many here, including myself, support replica parts...
What? ... The vast majority of members here support replicas and knock-offs (whether they realize it or not).
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 03:30 PM
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what the gap.... LOL sorry but that just doesn't look right...
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Old Apr 30, 2012 | 03:32 PM
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Moe which seats are those?
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