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Old 02-16-20, 01:57 PM
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Just got my Morimoto LED fog lights installed on a 2015 gs f sport. But harness and bezel from Jdmtoys in a light set but did not use their lights. The morimotos are short so the no need to replace the reservoir or take out the bumper. I have been researching for the longest time on the electrical but ended up having someone else install it for me and fuse tapping to power. Clean install with switch. Good match on light. Much brighter up close to bumper. Will post some pics later.
Old 02-17-20, 09:46 AM
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Originally Posted by jonathancl
I like the Burnt Copper calipers on Atomic Silver: it matches the turn signal amber.
Where does one find the burnt copper color for a DIY?
Old 02-17-20, 09:56 AM
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Originally Posted by RichKnecht
Where does one find the burnt copper color for a DIY?

This is the paint I used on my calipers. Get a couple cans of clear coat too.

https://m.autozone.com/paint-and-bod...t-11oz/60086_0

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Old 02-17-20, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by jdpdata
This is the paint I used on my calipers. Get a couple cans of clear coat too.

https://m.autozone.com/paint-and-bod...t-11oz/60086_0
I also highly recommend the 2k clear:
https://www.amazon.com/U-S-Chemical-Plastics-4333062164-Spraymax/dp/B0043B7UQY/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=2k+clear&qid=1581962737&sr=8-5 https://www.amazon.com/U-S-Chemical-Plastics-4333062164-Spraymax/dp/B0043B7UQY/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=2k+clear&qid=1581962737&sr=8-5

It's a 2 part clear, high gloss, and really durable.
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I looked at my GS and shook my head in shame at the grime on the sides of the car, left there after a weekend of rain. Why, oh why, didn't I bite the bullet and wash my ride this weekend? I hate myself...

What are the odds that I'll last and won't break down and wash the GS before the weekend?
Old 02-18-20, 07:57 AM
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I have always wanted to try this on my previous car, but never did. I used Vivid epoxy CF, which is only for interior trim, and this is my first time vinyl wrapping anything. The other 3 doors were much easier, as I had to fiddle around trimming around the mirror and lock switches so they wouldn't bind on the wrap. I really like the way they turned out and the glossy CF looks great with the black aluminum trim. I see black chrome trim in my future.

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Old 02-18-20, 07:40 PM
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Originally Posted by RichKnecht
I have always wanted to try this on my previous car, but never did. I used Vivid epoxy CF, which is only for interior trim, and this is my first time vinyl wrapping anything. The other 3 doors were much easier, as I had to fiddle around trimming around the mirror and lock switches so they wouldn't bind on the wrap. I really like the way they turned out and the glossy CF looks great with the black aluminum trim. I see black chrome trim in my future.
You did a nice job on that wrap.
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Originally Posted by RichKnecht
I have always wanted to try this on my previous car, but never did. I used Vivid epoxy CF, which is only for interior trim, and this is my first time vinyl wrapping anything. The other 3 doors were much easier, as I had to fiddle around trimming around the mirror and lock switches so they wouldn't bind on the wrap. I really like the way they turned out and the glossy CF looks great with the black aluminum trim. I see black chrome trim in my future.
Really nice wrap job, especially for the first time, but personally not a fan of fake carbon fiber. Now that you have some skill you could really go all out with the rest of your interior
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Originally Posted by peasodos
Really nice wrap job, especially for the first time, but personally not a fan of fake carbon fiber. Now that you have some skill you could really go all out with the rest of your interior
I know it's fake, but it looks 100% better than seeing all the fine scratches in the black. If I bought the car new, the scratches would have never been there. I am not wrapping any more of the interior as I love the Naguri aluminum trim.
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Old 02-19-20, 04:46 PM
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Painted my calipers burnt copper. Still waiting on the decals to put on the front.

Honest opinion, do they match Atomic Silver?
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Originally Posted by davian112

Painted my calipers burnt copper. Still waiting on the decals to put on the front.

Honest opinion, do they match Atomic Silver?

Honestly they look amazing on the atomic silver. The copper matches perfectly with the amber on your headlights. I did a lot of research and big supercar manufacturer mostly try to match caliper colors to the turn signals or markers on the side of the car.




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Old 02-19-20, 04:57 PM
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I gotta get on this. I have Smokey Granite Mica and am planning to go either orange or yellow.
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Originally Posted by JDR76
I gotta get on this. I have Smokey Granite Mica and am planning to go either orange or yellow.
You guys need to stop with the pics of those wheels... I get all calmed down and forget about buying wheels, and I see pics and get all hyped up again! Fitment Industries probably has my IP address all up and down their servers!

... and JDR, if you paint your calipers, you're going to have to get wheels as well, our FSports wheels hide too much of the caliper for it to look good. Be careful... if you get the itch for wheels, you'll be in trouble...
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Old 02-19-20, 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by davian112
Painted my calipers burnt copper. Still waiting on the decals to put on the front.

Honest opinion, do they match Atomic Silver?
Nice car! What front lip? Wheel type/specs/tires?

I think the brakes look pretty good. I have burnt copper on my Atomic Silver too.


I kinda wished I went with a gold color though, only because I want to get gold wheel hardware and lugnuts.

You should consider the RDX brake cover for the rears, too.

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Old 02-19-20, 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by DuB
Nice car! What front lip? Wheel type/specs/tires?



You should consider the RDX brake cover for the rears, too.
please elaborate, where did you get these.

edit: is it this part number 45218-TX4-A00?

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