Front grill burger
07-21-2009, 05:55 PM
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Front grill burger
finally i can post a thread..anyway did the 07 bumper swap, got the cmod grill from china, and just needed your thoughts, in particular about the burger in the middle...does it look better with or without. IMO they both look good, but i kinda like the finish with the emblem ...by a hair though!
07-22-2009, 07:26 AM
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i kind of like it on there because it kind if hides the rad/hood latch (or whatever it is) that you can see when looking through the grill...
I know someone on here changed the mesh with a more smaller pattern from home depot...
I know someone on here changed the mesh with a more smaller pattern from home depot...
07-22-2009, 11:13 AM
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i like it without but maybe you guys can help me ... what do you need to change to converse..i see you have 04-06 headlights still i on the other hand want to go from 08 to the 04-06 (going to buy the carbon fiber hood + gtr body kit) do i also need to buy 04-06 headlights .? your set up is currently full 07-08 but without headlights does that mean headlights have no influence?
07-22-2009, 03:07 PM
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07-22-2009, 03:14 PM
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I've kept it in good condition. The hazing is most probably swirls caused from washing/drying improperly (sorry to say) or polished incorrectly. Get your self a Porter cable PC7424 polisher and some polish and appropriate pads and take the day massaging your car
check out eshine.ca
07-22-2009, 03:19 PM
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i like it without but maybe you guys can help me ... what do you need to change to converse..i see you have 04-06 headlights still i on the other hand want to go from 08 to the 04-06 (going to buy the carbon fiber hood + gtr body kit) do i also need to buy 04-06 headlights .? your set up is currently full 07-08 but without headlights does that mean headlights have no influence?
07-22-2009, 03:39 PM
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shots were pretty much after i washed it. the bumper is freshly painted and i buffed the hood to try to match the bumper. I detailed properly last year.
I've kept it in good condition. The hazing is most probably swirls caused from washing/drying improperly (sorry to say) or polished incorrectly. Get your self a Porter cable PC7424 polisher and some polish and appropriate pads and take the day massaging your car
check out eshine.ca
I've kept it in good condition. The hazing is most probably swirls caused from washing/drying improperly (sorry to say) or polished incorrectly. Get your self a Porter cable PC7424 polisher and some polish and appropriate pads and take the day massaging your car
check out eshine.ca
07-22-2009, 03:42 PM
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thanks for the comments folks
man...i should of started a poll...its neck and neck here....i'm starting to like the idea of painting the emblem...I have the oem emblem from 04 grill..will test on that.
man...i should of started a poll...its neck and neck here....i'm starting to like the idea of painting the emblem...I have the oem emblem from 04 grill..will test on that.
07-22-2009, 03:46 PM
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looks nice hawai50, no doubt the flex 3401 (i believe is what u may be referring to) is a sweet machine, kinda pricey though...
its alright though, i like taking my time when detailing..wash, clay, polish, wax...i like menzerna and chemical guys stuff myself/
its alright though, i like taking my time when detailing..wash, clay, polish, wax...i like menzerna and chemical guys stuff myself/
07-22-2009, 04:07 PM
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i like it without but maybe you guys can help me ... what do you need to change to converse..i see you have 04-06 headlights still i on the other hand want to go from 08 to the 04-06 (going to buy the carbon fiber hood + gtr body kit) do i also need to buy 04-06 headlights .? your set up is currently full 07-08 but without headlights does that mean headlights have no influence?
his setup is not a full conversion because he still has the 04-06 hood if you look at the body lines on the hood it doesnt match the bumper and when you change the hood I believe there is abit of a gap or overlay im not sure though....but im sure someone can chime in and take it from there also search it ive found it somewhere on this site b4..........................and no hamburger looks fine without it get some smaller mesh and some fogs.....looks good my friend +1 for you
07-22-2009, 08:17 PM
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this link may help you...just think the opposite of what you want to do and you'll get a better idea of how it comes together (or doesnt for that matter)
http://www.vqpower.com/v2/articles.php?article_id=124
http://www.vqpower.com/v2/articles.php?article_id=124
07-23-2009, 02:43 PM
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The FLEX is a great machine. To save a few bucks, my site (carcaredepot.com) is running a 15% off FLEX buffer's sale. Coupon code is FLEX15. I also noticed a bunch of Ontario plates, we can ship to Canada USPS to save on customs/duties ... or if you are in the Vaughn area I can drop orders off (will be in town early August and around CAD Thanksgiving).
07-26-2009, 06:18 AM
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I like it with the chrome emblem. It draws attention away from the fact the lines of the hood and bumper don't line up and it ties the front together with the headlights and forms a nice contrast to the dark color. A classier look. As noted above it also hides the latch.
I like it without because it is a bit more aggressive and with the dark color the mismatch lines aren't too noticeable anyway, so I think it works.
Do not smoke or darken the emblem. In your case, I'd just leave it off or go chrome.
Either way you can't loose, the cars great. I love the 07 bumper but just couldn't seem to pull it off myself.
I like it without because it is a bit more aggressive and with the dark color the mismatch lines aren't too noticeable anyway, so I think it works.
Do not smoke or darken the emblem. In your case, I'd just leave it off or go chrome.
Either way you can't loose, the cars great. I love the 07 bumper but just couldn't seem to pull it off myself.
