kpg Posted November 7, 2016 Author Share Posted November 7, 2016 I'll be sticking with reputable brands for anything as important as this. It'll be H&R or Eibach. On another note, regarding the exhaust tips, I didn't realise I was saying 40mm lol that's far too small. It'll be 90mm at least yea. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScorpionSX Posted November 7, 2016 Share Posted November 7, 2016 Ok, so I made some pictures of the car with spacers installed - I have already winter tires on, so it's a bit difference between 17" and 16" there, but you get the spirit :) ... it's mostly visible on the back, but also a bit on the front Before: After: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainydays Posted November 7, 2016 Share Posted November 7, 2016 I think 90 mm is a good choice in terms of size and impact. You may get a completely different effect with the diffuser. 100 might work better however do not fall into the classic big tail pipe mucho macho :). They weld the damn pipes so if it goes bad in terms of aspect you will pay extra for them to change stuff . You know size does matter but do not go overkill as your car looks very nice. Don't ruin your balance by adding some freak pipes that do not suit the car. Plenty of cars out there with tail pipes half their bumper. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 7, 2016 Author Share Posted November 7, 2016 I think 90 mm is a good choice in terms of size and impact. You may get a completely different effect with the diffuser. 100 might work better however do not fall into the classic big tail pipe mucho macho :). They weld the damn pipes so if it goes bad in terms of aspect you will pay extra for them to change stuff . You know size does matter but do not go overkill as your car looks very nice. Don't ruin your balance by adding some freak pipes that do not suit the car. Plenty of cars out there with tail pipes half their bumper. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Some good advice there pal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 10, 2016 Author Share Posted November 10, 2016 I did a thing. Not sure how I feel yet, the light output whilst reversing has definitely decreased, especially on the reverse camera but it looks kinda cool. I may try a slightly light tint if I can't get used to it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoney871 Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 Fit some Cree/LED hybrid bulbs- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/172078850989 I have some on my car and they're super bright. Sent from my SM-G930F Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 10, 2016 Author Share Posted November 10, 2016 Fit some Cree/LED hybrid bulbs- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/172078850989 I have some on my car and they're super bright. Sent from my SM-G930F I actually do have some very bright Cree bulbs. I think the tint is just a bit thick. Time to rethink. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScorpionSX Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 Looks veeery nice. Personally, I perhaps never used reversing light as a primary light source for me when reversing, it sure helps, but I see it mostly as a signal for others to know that I'm reversing, so I would be ok with lowered intensity - I suppose you're still visible with this tint, so...but it depends on your preference :) anyway, for me, thumbs up, it really nicely "divides" the lights...and on the black car...nice! :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 10, 2016 Author Share Posted November 10, 2016 Looks veeery nice. Personally, I perhaps never used reversing light as a primary light source for me when reversing, it sure helps, but I see it mostly as a signal for others to know that I'm reversing, so I would be ok with lowered intensity - I suppose you're still visible with this tint, so...but it depends on your preference :) anyway, for me, thumbs up, it really nicely "divides" the lights...and on the black car...nice! :) Thanks bud. The only thing I have a problem with is reverse visibility through my camera but everything else I actually like about it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 11, 2016 Author Share Posted November 11, 2016 Re: reverse visibility, I noticed this morning that the lens was quite dirty on the camera. Even in the daylight it was difficult to distinguish anything past a blur of colour. I'll give it a wipe and try reversing in the dark later on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b4zz Posted November 11, 2016 Share Posted November 11, 2016 i like that a lot fits in well with the black paint work. can I ask where/ what seller you bought the film from? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 11, 2016 Author Share Posted November 11, 2016 i like that a lot fits in well with the black paint work. can I ask where/ what seller you bought the film from? Thanks bud. I actually just 'borrowed' a scrap piece of film from work lol There's a guy works for us that tints at night so he kindly donated without knowing lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b4zz Posted November 12, 2016 Share Posted November 12, 2016 15 hours ago, kpg said: Thanks bud. I actually just 'borrowed' a scrap piece of film from work lol There's a guy works for us that tints at night so he kindly donated without knowing lol Ha Ha perks of the job. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 12, 2016 Author Share Posted November 12, 2016 I meant to take better pics during the tinting of the rear lights but forgot so this is them after: Excuse the dirt. Haven't had a chance with this weather to get out and clean the car :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzman600 Posted November 12, 2016 Share Posted November 12, 2016 Sorry kpg but those rear lights now look naff. If you want to tint the lenses then do all of it not just a middle bit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 12, 2016 Author Share Posted November 12, 2016 Sorry kpg but those rear lights now look naff. If you want to tint the lenses then do all of it not just a middle bit. Fair enough :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 14, 2016 Author Share Posted November 14, 2016 Left the car out with the body shop guy this morning. Car is now back and those small lacquer marks have been sorted. Now I can get polishing :) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b4zz Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 I think the lights look good my self with just the indicator tinted out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 15, 2016 Author Share Posted November 15, 2016 Ok. I've had a good look over the bumper now and I can say that yes the scratches are fixed. The only thing is now I can see some uneven lacquer covered near the affected area. It's a bit difficult to see but in the sunlight I can see it and now that I have seen it, can't unsee it. You can clearly see it in the first pic: I tried doing a very quick clean/polish/wax and that seems to have disguised it a bit: It's just frustrating. As far I can see the colour match seems spot on and now scratches anywhere. Now it's just this blemish. I'm not wasting anymore time with the guy, I'll not be going back to him. Serves me right I spose for switching body shop when the first one always looked after me price wise. I'll polish and compound it a bit more to see if I can dull it further but I'll have to live with it at the minute. Sent from my HTC 10 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 18, 2016 Author Share Posted November 18, 2016 I did another thing: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b4zz Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 liking the gear knob very ncie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 liking the gear knob very ncie Cheers bud. It's darn ice cold these mornings lol gear shifts are a challenge ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 21, 2016 Author Share Posted November 21, 2016 List of things still to do: Paint rear drums black Redo side vinyling Pinstripe rear splitter Things I want to get: Coilovers Wheel spacers (don't know which to do first) Dual exit exhaust Android touchscreen Wheels refurbed (don't know what colour) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b4zz Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 On 19/11/2016 at 8:43 PM, kpg said: Cheers bud. It's darn ice cold these mornings lol gear shifts are a challenge ! ha ha bet its cold lol . like the sound of your other plans 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpg Posted November 24, 2016 Author Share Posted November 24, 2016 Saw a Mustang down the local Ford dealer today. Haven't seen this colour yet: Looks like it would match my blue bits I've wrapped. I wonder what the name/paint code is for that colour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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