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Old 01-31-09, 12:08 PM
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Do you guys think the paint matches?(other then the tow hook cover) btw i got the rear bumper repaired/repainted.


heres another, before i install any of my mods, i want to make sure the rear bumper matches

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Old 01-31-09, 12:13 PM
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i cant tell the difference. (besides the tow hook cover)
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Old 01-31-09, 07:24 PM
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it looks slightly off to me, but that could be attributed to the fact paint is on different material (metal and polyurethane). If the front bumper is still oem, see if the difference is the same, if it is, it's fine. if not i'd ask the shop to see if maybe they'd try blending the paint together instead so it's less noticeable.
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Old 01-31-09, 11:21 PM
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bumper is darker.
similar problem with my car. shop has to try and blend it out.
u will notice is under certain lighting.
i had my bumper resprayed after the accident (from EMC).. and its still a lil off.
Jonny's shop @ EIP Racing can do a pretty good blend work.
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Old 01-31-09, 11:23 PM
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Originally Posted by UberNoob
im flying to fremont tomorrow
wish i could come too
how long u here for
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Old 01-31-09, 11:27 PM
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We'll see... I got a appointment on tuesday for the body shop to try and correct the mismatched paint job
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Old 01-31-09, 11:34 PM
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its a common problem. new paint vs old paint doesn't always match. as long as the shop can blend out the paint, you should be fine.
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Old 01-31-09, 11:41 PM
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I dont want to tell the shop how to do their job, but should i say? "blend the paint and try to match the other panels as close as possible?"

thnks guys!
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Old 02-01-09, 12:00 AM
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Your trunk has a big gap on the side. Unless all are like that. Mines Black so i dont notice.
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Old 02-01-09, 12:56 AM
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you guys, this is the Bay Area Mini Lexus meets thread... lets stay on topic. please post in the IS section if you want to furthermore discuss your paint issues. 1-2 people can respond, but lets end the discussion there.

With that said,
The major meet is Wekfest, coming up 2/8/09. Read more HERE and HERE

As far as vehicles showing at Wekfest, here is the final list:

1. Hermosa - SC4
2. TAMR_GUS98 - GS4
3. GSing430 - GS4
4. Garcia2 - SC4
5. RMMGS4 - GS4
6. lightwave76 - GS4
7. JavyLSU - IS350
8. is350jonny - IS350
9. CthruIS350 - IS350
10. Hellaflush - SC
11. Josephdoc - IS350

Due to Wekfest coming up, there will be no announced minimeets for this week. feel free to continue to meet for shoots or hangout if you wish.

See you all on Sunday.
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Old 02-01-09, 01:20 AM
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cant wait!
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Old 02-01-09, 11:28 AM
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are there no es300's that rep?
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Old 02-01-09, 08:10 PM
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Originally Posted by wed3k
are there no es300's that rep?
As far as vehicles showing at Wekfest, here is the final list:

1. Hermosa - SC4
2. TAMR_GUS98 - GS4
3. GSing430 - GS4
4. Garcia2 - SC4
5. RMMGS4 - GS4
6. lightwave76 - GS4
7. JavyLSU - IS350
8. is350jonny - IS350
9. CthruIS350 - IS350
10. Hellaflush - SC
11. Josephdoc - IS350
Most likely no. I havent seen them around in a while.
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Old 02-02-09, 02:28 PM
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From the weekend!
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Old 02-02-09, 07:27 PM
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no gang signs please....
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