First IS-C on Air
10-13-09 | 04:15 PM
#16
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DIY FTW!!!
I just added a quick OEM pic for you...
The coils are TBA @ SEMA.
or just before in the press kit..
Joe Z
10-13-09 | 04:35 PM
#18
Oh, I see... secret secret! nice!
uh oh, Spoiled? lol
10-13-09 | 04:59 PM
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I would say a 7 out of 10...
If you can use One of these precisely with a carbon cutting wheel.. You are golden!!
Some supplies..
I really wanted to see if I can do it myself and I did..
It was time consuming, but at the same time it was mistake FREE & CLEAN!!
Joe Z
If you can use One of these precisely with a carbon cutting wheel.. You are golden!!
Some supplies..
I really wanted to see if I can do it myself and I did..
It was time consuming, but at the same time it was mistake FREE & CLEAN!!
Joe Z
Last edited by Joe Z; 10-13-09 at 05:03 PM.
10-13-09 | 05:05 PM
#20
Good JOB! got any pics of the finished product? im going to cut before i have the AR kit installed.
10-13-09 | 06:14 PM
#23
IIRC, it's just like the ISF predicament: different fenders + different grille + different hood = WON'T FIT
edit: don't quote me....it may only be 2 of the 3 posted. IIRC the vert only shares 2 exterior items with the sedan, and one of them is the headlights. Actually, another are the exterior mirrors, so maybe it is all three
10-13-09 | 07:57 PM
#25
. lol
10-13-09 | 09:20 PM
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Right now I can show you some "in process" pics..
But honestly you are doing more grinding & shaving with the face of the cutting wheel.
The 4.5" disc gives you more of a grinding area to ensure your line is smooth & straight.
Just follow the blue tape....
I spent more time in the prep & finishing touches, than actual grinding.
The actual grinding process goes quicker as you get the hang of it!!!
After your done, you hit it with 2-3 coats of touch up paint and it will look just like oem..
_
Joe Z
10-13-09 | 09:55 PM
#28
I used a dremel for small finishing touches....
Right now I can show you some "in process" pics..
But honestly you are doing more grinding & shaving with the face of the cutting wheel.
The 4.5" disc gives you more of a grinding area to ensure your line is smooth & straight.
Just follow the blue tape....
I spent more time in the prep & finishing touches, than actual grinding.
The actual grinding process goes quicker as you get the hang of it!!!
After your done, you hit it with 2-3 coats of touch up paint and it will look just like oem..
_
Joe Z
Right now I can show you some "in process" pics..
But honestly you are doing more grinding & shaving with the face of the cutting wheel.
The 4.5" disc gives you more of a grinding area to ensure your line is smooth & straight.
Just follow the blue tape....
I spent more time in the prep & finishing touches, than actual grinding.
The actual grinding process goes quicker as you get the hang of it!!!
After your done, you hit it with 2-3 coats of touch up paint and it will look just like oem..
_Joe Z
I cut/grind/sand down my rear fender and one of the smallest little piece got into my eyes even though I was wearing an eye protection glass..now I prefer GOGGLEs
and I agree with Joe,,,prepping take a lot longer than actual grinding
