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What is the difference between stock and "GFX" sides

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Old 02-25-12, 08:38 PM
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Default What is the difference between stock and "GFX" sides

Sorry for the lame question, I can't figure it out and it's bothering me enough to ask.
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GFX sides complete the GFX lip kit, if you buy an X package 2IS it came with the GFX front lip. There is also a rear. Alot of members here will tell you they cant tell the difference between a GFX side and OEM however I think its noticable as a package. What I mean by that is you can do the front and the rear and it wont look BAD but add the sides and I think it pops more. The sides stick out futher they dont go lower. They are very subtle. If you do a search I think a few people did some comparisons. In the morning I can post pics of my car with them on. Some colors are only 110 for GFX sides at that price its a no brainer.
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Can you tell if my car has them or not? I can't see the difference. lol

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Only difference on the side is that it stick out just a bit more. Im say no you dont. But not worth buying either for the same look.
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Wow. Car looks clean. Props.
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MISTER T posted a good comparison, it really looks its best with a drop at stock height its less noticable.
Attached Thumbnails What is the difference between stock and "GFX" sides-before.jpg   What is the difference between stock and "GFX" sides-after.jpg  
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I was on the fence or a long time about adding the sides. I picked them up for $180 at Sewell over the holidays and couldn't be happier. They really add to the aggressive look of the car.
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One of the main differences for me was that I stepped on it more when I first get out of the car. They do add a nice final touch, albeit subtle.
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Originally Posted by Individual
One of the main differences for me was that I stepped on it more when I first get out of the car. They do add a nice final touch, albeit subtle.
I stepped on mine a few times too when I first installed it. I got used to the extra flare pretty quickly though.
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Ha glad I searched this before asking the same question, sure did help. Definitely getting the sides now
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Yeah if you even have the front lip, getting them completes the look more. I personally decided for awhile and I picked them up from Sewell for $60 + shipping and had my body shop paint it for me for $150. Looks great. It makes the door "suck in" a bit. I will add this is more of a "you" mod rather than for others to see.
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How long ago did you get your sides? I'm ready to get mine from Sewell and they're definitely not $60 bucks lol
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only the last pic has GFX side.
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Originally Posted by robertrios
MISTER T posted a good comparison, it really looks its best with a drop at stock height its less noticeable.

Great comparison pics

subtle but noticeable
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