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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 04:24 PM
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Contrasting hood scoops

I have a Black eyed purple MCS and I am thinking of adding a contrasting colour hood scoop. Maybe carbon fibre or black.

Any one got any pics so I can get an idea of the contrasting hood scoopes?

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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 05:06 PM
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What color is your roof? I've got a silver roof and my scoop is silver, which looks great with my U stripe.

 
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 05:46 PM
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Looks pretty cool!
Ive got a white roof
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...1/ppuser/45923
 
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 06:07 PM
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in my gallery is the jcw carbon fiber hood scoop on a pure silver car. personally i think it looks great and it is my car. i say do it, too much of the same out there already, if you dont like it, carbon fiber is pretty hot right now, you should have no problem re-selling it. ------------------------------post a pic if you get it
 
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 06:15 PM
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I think either would look good on your car. I forgot how nice your car is!
 
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 06:19 PM
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Primer black on electric blue (sorry, not a great pic). I am probably having this done gloss black when I get some body work done soon.

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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 07:02 PM
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Any color?
 
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 07:06 PM
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 07:37 AM
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I have since added orcini scoops also in white
 
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 09:46 AM
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This is for the paint experts....
ive been wanting to paint my scoop black also, do i have to sand the scoop down and get rid of the paint/clear coat or can i just prime it and paint it?
 
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 10:46 AM
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sand with 200 grit to roughen the surface, prime, paint
 
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Old Apr 24, 2008 | 04:49 PM
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Its AB, but I like the look
 
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Old Apr 24, 2008 | 05:19 PM
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that is a hot car
 
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Old Apr 24, 2008 | 08:47 PM
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Thanks PGT
Its undergoing reconstruction right now, just put a CF hood on...having some difficulty deciding which grill to go with...


heres where Im at now and Im wondering about the piloRacing Stainless steel set


however Im unsure how breathable this set is...any suggestions?

Also, I have a WTT out there for an M7 Extreme scoop in JB or PS for the CF one...if ya know anyone
 

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Finally did it...


 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 06:30 PM
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I need to file some of the underside of the scoop off so it doesn't rub.
What is the best thing to use to file fibreglass?
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 06:42 PM
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I need to file some of the underside of the scoop off so it doesn't rub.
What is the best thing to use to file fibreglass?
what brand is it?
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 07:20 PM
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Finally did it...
Looks great!
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 07:20 PM
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what brand is it?
M7 DFIC scoop...
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 07:22 PM
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and it doesn't fit the DFIC properly? or, have you added something else to it?
 
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 07:28 PM
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Haven't added anything else to it.
It is actually rubbing on the air diverter....
 
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if it were me, I'd get them to swap it. if you decide to DIY a fix, a dremel cutting disc and a right angle to the fibers is the best way. be sure to wear a mask, eye protection and maybe some gloves.
 
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if it were me, I'd get them to swap it. if you decide to DIY a fix, a dremel cutting disc and a right angle to the fibers is the best way. be sure to wear a mask, eye protection and maybe some gloves.
Thanks!
I am still waiting for M7 to get back to me about getting a new air diverter, or some way to fix the problem.
As I had the scoop professionally painted I want to hang on to it so I don't have to pay getting it sprayed again!
 
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Looks great!
Thanks - the car is finally getting there!
 
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