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Old 04-17-12 | 07:28 PM
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Thanks Ancient - much appreciated!
Old 08-05-12 | 12:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Ancient
Makakio, here is the link

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Painted-2005...&vxp=mtr&hash=

It was spoiler central on ebay, $119.00, painted
Looks pretty tedious. How was the paint job? Thanks so much for this install post.
Old 08-05-12 | 02:56 AM
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i think if you go to spoilercentral? their paint job is right on... from experience of 2 different spoilers and two different cars... service is good too
Old 08-05-12 | 03:37 AM
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Originally Posted by clubsport
i think if you go to spoilercentral? their paint job is right on... from experience of 2 different spoilers and two different cars... service is good too
Thanks. I messaged them via ebay about the color code ect. ect. How long did they wait to send it after the paint? I am in no rush and paint never should be either. $120 is ridiculous compared to the $450 from seawell OEM.

Actually just ordered it from spoilercentral. I hope it does not sit in the hallway too long cause of how crazy this install is lol!

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Old 08-06-12 | 10:04 AM
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I bought mine from spoilercentral and the paint on it was perfect and perfect match. Best $119 I've spent on the car hands-down. Paid another $100 to a local auto body guy to mount it. Usually not a big spoiler / effects guy - but that thing really finishes the hatch.
Old 08-06-12 | 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Makakio
I bought mine from spoilercentral and the paint on it was perfect and perfect match. Best $119 I've spent on the car hands-down. Paid another $100 to a local auto body guy to mount it. Usually not a big spoiler / effects guy - but that thing really finishes the hatch.
Good to hear. I was really not sure for that price. gotta ask. I am definitely feeling that it's a missing part.
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You'll be stoked - pull the trigger.
Old 08-13-12 | 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Makakio
You'll be stoked - pull the trigger.
It's already sitting in my hallway in the wrapper lol! Just waiting to the opportunity to see get it installed. I am really not skilled at this.
Old 08-15-12 | 07:36 AM
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Check the corners of the spoiler, they get dented a little in shipment. If the corners are bent a little, it doesn't show when the spoiler is on the car. Best to have someone help you with the installation. It is a scarying thing drilling holes. Do it when you have help and plenty of time.
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Originally Posted by Ancient
Check the corners of the spoiler, they get dented a little in shipment. If the corners are bent a little, it doesn't show when the spoiler is on the car. Best to have someone help you with the installation. It is a scarying thing drilling holes. Do it when you have help and plenty of time.
Nope mine are good. I checked and there is extra protection there.

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Old 08-18-12 | 04:57 PM
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Very impressive kit over all. I am a little worried about going through the car wash with this though. Anyone have any experiences?

Before:


After:


Before:


After (not as impressive from the sites:


Really makes a difference. Gives the illusion that the height is lower. Slick. Love that the light is clear and not red. Brings out all the chrome. Time to wash the car.
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Looks great, good job.

To answer some previous questions. It is missing a part, I left my original brake light in under the spoiler. It doesn't bother me and it is not really visible under the spoiler from a distance. I left both lights work, although you can disconnect the original light.

Never take my car through a car wash with brushes. Not sure how the light weight abs spoiler will hold up and you see the warning signs, that aftermarket parts are not covered for any damage by the car wash. However, I have taken my car through the touchless, high pressure spray only car washes a couple of times. I prefer to hand wash my car, even in winter.
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Looks great man......I had mine from spoilercentral 3yrs ago, paid little extra for blizzard pearl but very satisfied with it, didn't either covering the original brake light.

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...el-year-2.html
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Originally Posted by Ancient
Looks great, good job.

To answer some previous questions. It is missing a part, I left my original brake light in under the spoiler. It doesn't bother me and it is not really visible under the spoiler from a distance. I left both lights work, although you can disconnect the original light.

Never take my car through a car wash with brushes. Not sure how the light weight abs spoiler will hold up and you see the warning signs, that aftermarket parts are not covered for any damage by the car wash. However, I have taken my car through the touchless, high pressure spray only car washes a couple of times. I prefer to hand wash my car, even in winter.
Yeah hand wash it is....
Old 08-19-12 | 01:52 PM
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Originally Posted by vince22
Looks great man......I had mine from spoilercentral 3yrs ago, paid little extra for blizzard pearl but very satisfied with it, didn't either covering the original brake light.

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...el-year-2.html
omg I really want the sport tails now....



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