subtle front lip options?
07-17-12, 03:31 PM
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OK im sold on the GFX. So when i remove the OEM lip, will the GFX just bolt on using the same scews, or do i need additional hardware and supplies such as double sided tape? Is it pretty easy to install on your own, or do most people get a shop to do it?
07-17-12, 03:58 PM
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You use the same OEM screws and mounting tabs, no double sided tape required or needed. The fitment for the authentic GFX front lip is perfect, not sure about replicas/fakes though. The install takes about 30 minutes, 2/10 on the difficulty scale. If you buy a fake one and it isn't drilled properly or the tabs don't line up, the install will obviously be that much more difficult.
07-17-12, 08:15 PM
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Cool. Anyone here buy the GFX replica that can comment? Or does anyone know a place I can get the OEM gfx for a good price? I checked SWELLS and they only have the unpainted one for about $350. I thought they used to have them already painted, but I guess not, so I'd end up paying around $150-200 for a good paint job, and all together that's a bit much, maybe ill just try this one on ebay and see how it goes.
08-12-12, 05:07 PM
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Another front lip I found that looks to subtle:
http://vipautosalon.com/store/index....-350-front-lip
AERO WORKZ IS250/350 FRONT LIP
http://vipautosalon.com/store/index....-350-front-lip
AERO WORKZ IS250/350 FRONT LIP
08-13-12, 05:45 PM
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Cool. Anyone here buy the GFX replica that can comment? Or does anyone know a place I can get the OEM gfx for a good price? I checked SWELLS and they only have the unpainted one for about $350. I thought they used to have them already painted, but I guess not, so I'd end up paying around $150-200 for a good paint job, and all together that's a bit much, maybe ill just try this one on ebay and see how it goes.
i'd go with fabulous if you want subtle aftermarket
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08-13-12, 10:51 PM
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A word from experience, just because your piece is "authentic" JDM, it doesn't mean it will fit correctly. Ask anyone with a Tom's body kit on North American car. Expect to do some modification to the installation instructions to make it fit perfectly. My JUN roof spoiler doesn't quite fit right either. Replica fitment isn't perfect, nor is original/authentic.
Sewell's GFX front lips are more or less discontinued. You might not be able to get the colours your want.
Sewell's GFX front lips are more or less discontinued. You might not be able to get the colours your want.
08-20-12, 07:20 PM
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I ended up getting a gfx rep. The lip was folded in half when I got I and I had instructions to heat it up with a blow dryer to shape it back to its original shape LOL so ghetto. Well see how it fits....its PU so hopefully it returns to its original shape.
