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Old 09-21-10, 08:56 AM
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Default GFX kit and lip spolier

What is the level of difficulty for installing these parts yourself?
Old 09-21-10, 09:23 AM
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It depends on YOUR skill level. If you are a total newbie to body work, it's going to take you a long time. Conversely, if you have some experience, then it'll be quicker.

I never installed any kits, but I figure that it's going to take some drilling and 3m taping... and alot of patience to get the alignment. It's basically remove and replace.
Old 09-21-10, 09:27 AM
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really easy do a search there are some DIY post.
Old 09-21-10, 09:51 AM
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I have never done lip kits before but it was pretty straight forward, just follow the instructions. The rear took long bc there was drilling and cutting involved.
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Front lip is easy, rear is what will give you some challenges for the novice
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Like everyone says, the rear is the most difficult to put on since there is drilling and cutting of the bumper. Take your time with this and make sure you have everything right.
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Front, - jack up car, replace stock lip with gfx using the same screw. - 15 Minutes

Rear is taped on over stock rear is 3M tape only (use extra tape), no, drilling needed, this thing isn't going anywhere. - 15 Minutes

Sides - replace original skirt - 5 min.
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What about the spoiler? Can you tape that on? Or need to drill?
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Originally Posted by xcantuaj
What about the spoiler? Can you tape that on? Or need to drill?
I tape mine on and so has many people, and it's holding up very strong.

Note: Add extra 3M tape, clean surface with rubbing alcohol before applying. Probably should get two people to center the spoiler on the trunk.

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Old 09-21-10, 06:31 PM
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Great write up just posted today on the skirts:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...t-removal.html
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