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Old 11-30-2004, 09:13 PM
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Sarona body kit install

I just bought a Sarona body kit off ebay for $710 bucks for my black 05 Max. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...hippingPayment

Anyone know how to install that kit?
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Old 12-01-2004, 05:01 AM
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rivits......


j/k I would assume there is some kind of fasteners... maybe rivits is the way to go
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I would guess that the mounting points for your bumpers match the kit... then it should just be a matter of removing the stock and mounting the kit. Not sure about the side skirts though... probably the front splash guard... not sure about the rear at all.

At $700 I would hope that a) it survives shipping and b) you get it professionally installed, just in case.
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Old 12-01-2004, 09:56 AM
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Ah its used, hopefully there isn't anything wrong with it. But that is a good price being they go for like 1500
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Old 12-01-2004, 10:00 AM
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Thats a crazy lookin kit. Good luck.
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Old 12-01-2004, 10:25 AM
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Hope you bought some aftermarket fogs
 
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Kit looks good, but he didn't show the front skin removed. I was confused at first because he showed 2 pics of the back one.
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I was confused too, but he indicates they are not damaged and its only 2 months old. Always a risk on ebay, but I figure if its damaged it can be fixed. Im glad Im very handy with cars. I was wondering if the turning lights can be used somehow. Any thoughts?
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the kit isnt blocking the fogs. so why the need to get aftermarket fogs?

also, why would you need to ask if the turning lights can be used. arent the cut out holes on bumper where the turning lights are?

nice looking kit. this dude was parked in a gas station, (looking at the ebay location its the same guy from my area). I didnt get close up to look for any scratches but from a short distance away, it looked really good.

good luck with it!
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The whole for the fog lights are placed more towards the middle of the bumper as opposed to being on the "corners". I believe that is why the question was raised.
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Yes, the holes appear to be centered more rather than on the sides for turning. I suppose I could angle them toward the sides if it doesnt look ridiculous. I paid for it today, so I should get it in about 2 weeks. I will probably know more then. I like the Sarona grill too. I plan on buying that as well. Im not really into the
'billet look" although I like that look on the silver Maxs. I like the mesh look of the Sarona grill and Street scene. Gives it more of a sports car look in my opinion.
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Old 12-01-2004, 08:33 PM
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oh ok, thanks for clarifying that for me. i would have taught the kit would be properly lined up with the max. what the hell do i know..lol

the street scene grille is what I have.

take pics once you get it rolling.
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Old 12-01-2004, 10:37 PM
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Pics will be in abundance when I get the body kit and install it. End of Dec is my guess. I still need advice on installing, if someone has done it on this or other similaer body kits

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DeusExMaxima... does the person who sold you the grille, have the body kit in boxes? I remember you saying he's having a problem shipping you the kit. I think hes from Brooklyn as well. If he has them boxed and ready to ship, he can ship it from my work. I have an account with UPS, tell him to bring it in and you'll get to pay actually shipping costs. Tell him you have a friend in Bklyn and to box it up and send it my way.

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Also, when I removed the front bumper on my max, I saw that its being held on with 2 screws on each side.
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Old 01-12-2005, 07:52 PM
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PaL379: I guess he is still having problems finding a reasonable shipper because of the size. He is kind of hard to get a hold of, but eventually he does seem to call me back. I wonder if I could put you guys in touch with each other to make arrangements to ship it for a reasonable price so that I can FINALLY have my body kit.
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Old 01-13-2005, 09:10 AM
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Hope you end up getting the kit - seems like it has been an ordeal for ya.
Best of luck!
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The latest update in my Sarona Body kit is that seller from ebay called me today and told me shipping going out tomorrow. Im keeping my figners crossed that a) it arrives sometime soon, and b) it arrives undamaged. Ill keep ya'll posted.
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Old 01-16-2005, 04:34 PM
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Well, most kits in general install fairly easily. In this case, I can only image that the front and rear a complete factory replacements. If the kit is painted it should be easy as pie. The side skirts on most cars install with double side tape on the sides and then use screws in the factory door sill holes. Outside there should only be screws on the ends inside the wheel wells. This allows for a clean look from the side. I can’t speak for this kit but I’m sure it won’t be hard with an extra pair of hands.
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mr. b: It is painted the Onyx which is my color. SO it saves an expensive and time consuming step. Should be here in about 7-10 days, I hope. Thanks for the advice in advance.
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Old 01-16-2005, 06:52 PM
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If you have digital cable there is a show on the DIY network called Tricked Out. ( http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/shows_dtrk ). If you can TIVO the show, the did a kit on an Integra a bit back. ( http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/shows_..._33678,00.html ) It seemed easy. They show how to do everything for this install at that link. Shouldn't be to different. Just make sure you clean the thing with some good stuff.
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U mean clean the sideskirt before installing the double sticky backing? I will do for sure. Maybe with water/alcohol mix?
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BTW, the kit was used for a couple months so it has holes pre-drilled
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Old 01-17-2005, 06:19 AM
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No the car. The kit should have the tape on it. If it's a used kit then yeah both items need to be really cleaned. You may want to consult some local shops and ask what the best tape to use is. I think everyone is going to say something with "3M" in the title.
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Old 01-25-2005, 04:48 PM
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Any updates?
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I talked to seller last week and he said it would be shipped last Monday. Ill follow up will a call tomorrow to determine if it was shipped and when it was shipped.
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Old 01-26-2005, 08:00 AM
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I really can't wait to see it. I have a bonus coming up and I'm selling my bike
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I left a message with seller last night after I made that last post. Keep ur fingers crossed.
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