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Old 07-21-11, 07:12 PM
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Wow that's a rip off. Id rather DIY and save the money for other mods.
Old 07-21-11, 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by SD.IS
FXauto has it for I forget how much + core swap. Hes a vendor here.
Thanks for the heads up SD! I have been looking for the real thing for a while now, and $500 is not too bad. I currently have mine wrapped, but the cup holder just isn't working out along the edges...
Old 07-21-11, 07:35 PM
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Here are my buddies REAL carbon fiber interior from FX Auto. First is Brociouz and the second is Hoovey2411.
It's worth the money if you want a quality product and not see any lines from vinyl.
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Old 07-22-11, 02:11 PM
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^ Aside from not having lines/exposed areas like with vinyl wraps, you get that nice shiny look of the real CF, which was the biggest deal for me. There are some nice overlays out there too that can get you the shiny look, but you still have the exposed edges. (The second pic Mariano posted is actually one of those real CF overlay kits, but Jared/Hoovey2411 has since upgraded to the real deal .)

For those interested in real CF overlays: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is2...-overlays.html

OP: You might find some interesting info in this thread too: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...for-isx50.html
Old 07-22-11, 02:17 PM
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I love carbon grill sorround!
Old 07-22-11, 02:56 PM
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I'm in the process of doing my own carbon fiber wrap, it's a pain in the ***.
Old 07-22-11, 03:03 PM
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Anyone else notice the interior pieces for a JDM car? The four switch panel is located on the passenger side...
Old 07-22-11, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by brociouz
^ Aside from not having lines/exposed areas like with vinyl wraps, you get that nice shiny look of the real CF, which was the biggest deal for me. There are some nice overlays out there too that can get you the shiny look, but you still have the exposed edges. (The second pic Mariano posted is actually one of those real CF overlay kits, but Jared/Hoovey2411 has since upgraded to the real deal .)

For those interested in real CF overlays: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is2...-overlays.html

OP: You might find some interesting info in this thread too: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...for-isx50.html

Brociouz, yeah I noticed that too....inside the cup holder, the red part of the OEM bezel is showing. That is what I'm worried about. My current CF wrap is done pretty good by me, but....the edges get loose around the cup holder when the interior get hot. I have to constantly be re-applying the edges to make it look presentable. Does the FXAuto's Carbon Fiber fit nice, and not show the edges?
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^ Yes, looks perfect.
Old 07-22-11, 05:26 PM
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I like the CF ISF replica spoiler - I wish I could find that at a more affordable price.
Old 07-22-11, 08:10 PM
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Originally Posted by montgb
I like the CF ISF replica spoiler - I wish I could find that at a more affordable price.
What about this? I'm thinking of getting one painted instead for $200 but $245 for a carbon fiber IS-F rep spoiler is a good deal.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CARBO...item3f0bdf9dd9
Old 07-22-11, 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Sffd103
Here are my buddies REAL carbon fiber interior from FX Auto. First is Brociouz and the second is Hoovey2411.
It's worth the money if you want a quality product and not see any lines from vinyl.
Originally Posted by brociouz
^ Aside from not having lines/exposed areas like with vinyl wraps, you get that nice shiny look of the real CF, which was the biggest deal for me. There are some nice overlays out there too that can get you the shiny look, but you still have the exposed edges. (The second pic Mariano posted is actually one of those real CF overlay kits, but Jared/Hoovey2411 has since upgraded to the real deal .)

For those interested in real CF overlays: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is2...-overlays.html

OP: You might find some interesting info in this thread too: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...for-isx50.html
Brian's right Mariano, here's my real deal

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carbon fiber the **** too
Old 07-23-11, 06:25 AM
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Originally Posted by chi123
What about this? I'm thinking of getting one painted instead for $200 but $245 for a carbon fiber IS-F rep spoiler is a good deal.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CARBO...item3f0bdf9dd9
Thanks chi123 - just what I was looking for!
Old 09-27-11, 04:17 AM
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I just wrapped mine in newer glossy carbon fiber wraps. Not as glossy as real carbon fiber but not dull or matte as the regular ones. No way would I pay $800+ for "real ones."

As for the exposed edges, you can take a hair dryer to it and the wraps will conform moar. For the corners, I used a lighter to make the wrap softer and it forms/melts into shape under the flame. Only light it for 1 or 2 seconds tho or it will completely melt and catch fire. Took me a total of 8 hours cuz I was super **** getting all the center console pieces lined up right with the pattern, and no exposed wood what so ever.

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