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Poll:Customizing my start button

Old Nov 9, 2016 | 10:53 PM
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Hi guys, I have been wanting to replace my OEM start button but the options on the market is very limited. We have the TRD start button which is a complete replacement of the start button itself with GREEN LED light which I do not like as it doesn't match with the 3IS background light at all. It fits 2IS perfectly though.


Second choice would be the TOM's start button cover replacement which I do not like either as I do not have any TOM's part on the car and I think it looks kinda plain. Like this one,


Until recently I have found a company in Japan that can actually customize start button for my car, I decided to give them a shot and try out their work and product. So tonight I have come up with several designs here and wanting to share with you guys, hopefully you can help me to pick the best looking design as the printing service and the part itself are not cheap. Anyways, let's look at some pictures and vote for the one that you think looks the best.

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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 12:57 AM
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ill buy one for sure if u make #2 available in US
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 02:00 AM
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I'd go with #2, but at the end of the day, its what you want.
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 05:39 AM
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What color is your interior?
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Rudiculous
What color is your interior?
My interior color is black. I'm leaning towards #2 or #3.
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 09:03 AM
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I like 2 and 3 as well, but I would love one in white/black
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 09:07 AM
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Originally Posted by sandiegoer
ill buy one for sure if u make #2 available in US
​​​​​​The printing service and the part itself is not cheap so I wanna give it a shot to see the product quality and printing quality. However a group buy should bring down the cost of each unit. I will chat with the printing company see if it is possible. Thanks for the input, I like the #2 and #3.
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted by MasonGrey
I like 2 and 3 as well, but I would love one in white/black
I have black interiors I don't think black background would stand out. I did think about black background at the beginning.
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 09:42 AM
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#3 get's my vote!
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 10:54 AM
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#2 and #3 look good!
Voted for 2.
Can we do a group buy? lol
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 11:22 AM
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probably #5. "Engine start" is unnecessary. we all know what the button does.. lol. Red is a bit tacky. This might be better in black with white lettering. Subtle is ALWAYS the best. Always. no r1ce.
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Rebirthing
#2 and #3 look good!
Voted for 2.
Can we do a group buy? lol
I will bite the bullet and see what kind of quality of product we can get first. If product quality looks good let's host a group buy. I will get you guys posted once I place my order but need to figure out which one to order first lol.
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 11:36 AM
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Originally Posted by E46CT
probably #5. "Engine start" is unnecessary. we all know what the button does.. lol. Red is a bit tacky. This might be better in black with white lettering. Subtle is ALWAYS the best. Always. no r1ce.
Yeah simplicity is always the way to go but I think it's a little bit too plain with just F-sport logo
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 01:44 PM
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I voted for #3 but I'd take #2 too. 2 and 3 look real good.
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Old Nov 10, 2016 | 03:37 PM
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So I asked for a pic for their work last night, I got a reply from them with a pic attached. This will be the finished product of the start button itself. Looks like OEM quality but not 100% sure until I actual get the product. I am thinking of placing the order tonight. what do you think???

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