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Old 11-09-13, 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by abcsoup
Got my car Opti Coated and had a clear bra installed. Opti Coat definitely helps rainwater fly off the surface, which is great. Easy to clean, too. The detailer also Opti Coated the wheels, which may help keep the notorious F-Sport brake dust from sticking as easily. I'm hoping the clear bra (Xpel Ultimate) will also keep everything unscratched!

Still waiting on my tags, though.
What is the cost to get the car Opti coated and how long will that last?
Old 11-09-13, 04:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Bass Mech
what size wheels and tires are those and what rims, offsets and sizes are they? i like the dark color is that gray or matte black?
Thanks. The wheels are Vossen CV5's in matte graphite: 20x9 | 20x10.5 Offsets: 45 in the rear and 38 front. The tires are Hankook V12's: Front: 225/30/20. Rear: 255/30/20. A little stretched but I didn't want to risk any rubbing.

Originally Posted by SonyHome
Looking sharp! Love the way Obsidian gives that striking look! What size wheels do you have? What are the specs?
Thanks Sony! They're Vossen CV5's: 20x9 | 20x10.5. Offsets are 45 in the rear and 38 front.

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Old 11-09-13, 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by bruteshot2
Springs all settled in now

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What a total look of power waiting to be unleashed!
Old 11-09-13, 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by SonyHome
What is the cost to get the car Opti coated and how long will that last?
My detailer charged $600 for it, which included paint correction to remove any dealer swirls and such. It will vary depending on who you go to, however, and if you're handy you can apply it yourself (albeit non-pro version of Opti Coat) for well under $100. It should last a long time, probably upwards of 5-10 years if taken care of and washed properly.
Old 11-09-13, 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by CtSFox
What a total look of power waiting to be unleashed!
Haha thanks! It's always ready to tear up those streets
Old 11-10-13, 01:54 PM
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Question What y'all think?

What do you guys think? Should I lower it?
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Old 11-10-13, 02:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Jrive24
What do you guys think? Should I lower it?
Definitely not! lowered cars look stupid!
Old 11-10-13, 04:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Jrive24
What do you guys think? Should I lower it?
Def lower it.
Old 11-10-13, 05:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Jrive24
What do you guys think? Should I lower it?
Looks nice. NO to the lowering!
Old 11-11-13, 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Jrive24
What do you guys think? Should I lower it?
Yes def. lower it, it will make a huge difference.

Check out RSR lowering springs
Old 11-11-13, 07:40 AM
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What kinda wheels are those?
Old 11-11-13, 09:48 AM
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Stock ride height looks so ridiculous to me. And it handles very poorly.
Old 11-11-13, 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by aTeAse
Stock ride height looks so ridiculous to me. And it handles very poorly.
Stock ride handles poorly? Then why buy it? If you have to mod it for it to ride correctly, it needs to stay on the lot. My opinion of course.

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Old 11-11-13, 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by moose66
Stock ride handles poorly? Then when buy it? If you have to mod it for it to ride correctly, it needs to stay on the lot. My opinion of course.
agreed.. especially with the AVS on Sport+ mode.
Old 11-12-13, 09:46 AM
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Time to refill the tank!
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