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Rear GFX lip installed without screw or cutting bumper

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Old 01-31-11, 02:36 AM
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wish i found this thread before i did my lip....i did the hack and chop method. it was a nail biter for sure, but came out well. im happy with it. makes the rear look so much better and the tanabes tuck nicely underneath.


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Old 02-19-11, 03:46 PM
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Just tried to install today but having a few problems. How do you get the sides of the rear to stick with just tape? I put extra 3m tape and it still won't stick. Is there any other tape that will stick better besides the red 3m?
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Originally Posted by unccballa
Just tried to install today but having a few problems. How do you get the sides of the rear to stick with just tape? I put extra 3m tape and it still won't stick. Is there any other tape that will stick better besides the red 3m?
Red 3M tape is the best stuff. I just got mine installed today too, having issues as well with the sides sticking. I know it will stick if i can get it to heat up (sun) and then hold it down...but its pouring here in Socal right now so i'll try again after the rain stops. You could try heating it up (hairdryer) and then pressing it down. Adhesive promoter helps too.
Old 02-19-11, 05:19 PM
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Found the GFX rear lip for $99 + tax brand new. Will be picking one up soon and attempt this no cut install method.
Old 02-19-11, 06:23 PM
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if youre not in the warmer states, i suggest using a heat gun or blow dryer. i kinda regret putting mine on in the freezing cold but i was so desperate =X

also make sure not to heat it too long because then it will lose its adhesiveness.
Old 02-19-11, 09:53 PM
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Originally Posted by MrBBQ
Found the GFX rear lip for $99 + tax brand new. Will be picking one up soon and attempt this no cut install method.
Where? link please
Old 02-19-11, 11:52 PM
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Originally Posted by onilink
Where? link please
It's gonna be ordered through my friends shop from a local Lexus dealer.
Old 02-20-11, 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by MrBBQ
It's gonna be ordered through my friends shop from a local Lexus dealer.
Which Lexus dealer?
Old 02-20-11, 11:26 AM
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westminster. check ebay. its $99 bucks + shipping.
Old 02-20-11, 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by pli
westminster. check ebay. its $99 bucks + shipping.
searched, didnt find. link?
Old 02-20-11, 12:30 PM
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ohh k I've seen it on ebay before then, they just didn't have my color

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Groun...item27b7f6bc9a
Old 02-20-11, 01:09 PM
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I'd say go with the gfx
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Here's my 3M tape-only install

Old 02-20-11, 03:40 PM
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^^ looks clean fitment looks good. i really need to get the gfx rear lip soon. huge difference.
Old 02-20-11, 03:52 PM
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I just bought my rear lip, don't know if I should chop or not..


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