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Old Nov 3, 2008 | 08:08 PM
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curious tho..in that picture it looks like its using double sided tape?
is there two long pieces to be used to screw a bolt on it? or is it in fact double sided tape?
i'd maybe end up gettin just the front ones
3M automotive tape. It isn't going anywhere. This same tape holds my CF scoop lip. It's been tested and held at over 140mph .

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Old Nov 3, 2008 | 08:20 PM
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Ill be getting mine installed this thursday
 
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Old Nov 3, 2008 | 08:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Longboard Mini
3M automotive tape. It isn't going anywhere. This same tape holds my CF scoop lip. It's been tested and held at over 140mph .

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well that gives me some reassurance..(not supposed to be sarcastic )
i was thinkin that it might fall off but if it holds at over 140mph then i can't complain
 
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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 05:57 AM
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oooh, I like!
 
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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by minjae
well that gives me some reassurance..(not supposed to be sarcastic )
i was thinkin that it might fall off but if it holds at over 140mph then i can't complain
Make sure you clean the area REALLY WELL first or it WILL fall off

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very cool little mod! I don't think it's for me though. I want to eliminate the orange, but the way they stick out I'm not sure if it flows very well. To me the Euro arches without the reflector look better. That's just me though.
I'm with you, sometimes less is more.
 
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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 11:09 AM
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I agree to a point but what I really like about this is that its really subtle (even more so if its all black) that you wont notice it right away....just the way I like it. Its a solid alternative to the euro arches.

+ I like the fact that Dale is coming up with stuff that hasnt been thought of before.
 
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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 04:12 PM
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Interesting. More carbon is always nice.
 
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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Trip024
I agree to a point but what I really like about this is that its really subtle (even more so if its all black) that you wont notice it right away....just the way I like it. Its a solid alternative to the euro arches.

+ I like the fact that Dale is coming up with stuff that hasnt been thought of before.

If you like this you will love the other little new item he showed me over the weekend. I can't say what it is as Dale will never show an item until it's 100% ready but already my order in for the first "set".

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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 07:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Longboard Mini
If you like this you will love the other little new item he showed me over the weekend. I can't say what it is as Dale will never show an item until it's 100% ready but already my order in for the first "set".

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When is Dale going to do more carbon fiber exterior items?
 
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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:30 PM
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Neateo...I JUST got my tint for those pieces, but I do like these. I'll have to see more pics from different angles to see how they look, but I can definitely see myself getting a set of the flat black ones after I build my front splitter/underbody
 
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Old Nov 4, 2008 | 10:35 PM
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Hmm you should hook us up with a buy both front and back discount.
 
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 07:44 AM
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just in case for those who order..know that the black is texturized black not just black..its to match the factory black arches..

right?

im pretty sure it is..
but im trying to decide whether or not to get just the front ones and leave the back alone..or get all new white reflectors..(my arches will be pw to match)
hmmm...decisions decisions..
 
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 05:05 PM
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You can also paint then to match your painted arches.

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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 05:20 PM
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I like how the rear ones don't stick out much. Would it be possible to put the left rear onto the right front, and right rear on the left front, or are the dimensions different?
 
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 06:34 PM
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I like how the rear ones don't stick out much. Would it be possible to put the left rear onto the right front, and right rear on the left front, or are the dimensions different?
I thought the same thing. Maybe you have to see them in person to appreciate them. Though I really like the idea I can't decide whether or not I'd want them...
 
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by duvinclunk
I thought the same thing. Maybe you have to see them in person to appreciate them. Though I really like the idea I can't decide whether or not I'd want them...

The thing I like best is that they are subtle. When Dale first told me about them I was a little worried. I had those big CF canards you see on time attack cars in my head. I like things that look like it could have come from the factory. Think 3 series VS M3. It looks cool and different but not in your face or boy racer looking.

These look very cool but you have to look for them to notice them. It adds just the right look.

They are shaped as front and rears so no the rears will not work on the front.

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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 09:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Longboard Mini
I like things that look like it could have come from the factory.
I don't know, I think that in order to look factory fitment you'd really have to mold these in. Otherwise they give off a very aftermarket stuck-on feel like those 3M scoops etc.
Innovative idea though, and props on what looks like good quality
 

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Old Nov 6, 2008 | 12:49 AM
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I was wondering if they have any aerodynamic effect for real or not...anyway, they look cool, especially in carbon although black make them look more integrated with the arch so they look even more OEM
 
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Old Nov 7, 2008 | 12:29 PM
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I was wondering if they have any aerodynamic effect for real or not...anyway, they look cool, especially in carbon although black make them look more integrated with the arch so they look even more OEM
Yes, you see a 3mph increase in your trap speed at the strip .

Just kidding, I'm sure they catch some air but I doubt they do a thing. I just think they look really cool and are unique.

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Old Nov 7, 2008 | 03:00 PM
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Just kidding, I'm sure they catch some air but I doubt they do a thing. I just think they look really cool and are unique.
This can't be debated
 
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Old Nov 7, 2008 | 03:05 PM
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How close to the factory texture are the black ones?

I think I might get these this time instead of just texture painting my marker lenses.
 
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Old Nov 7, 2008 | 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by MINIdriver85
This can't be debated
And it's honesty, unlike some vendors who claim their stuff does stuff without even testing it...
 
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Old Nov 8, 2008 | 01:02 AM
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I just wanted to say that these things are the sickest things Ive ever seen.
 
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Old Nov 10, 2008 | 06:45 PM
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They look very.....Bavarian

Like what you would see on any respectable "Black Forrest" Car...
 
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Old Nov 14, 2008 | 09:18 PM
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These things are great! I love new, out of the ordinary stuff like this.just got my set yesterday and plan to put them on this weekend.Keep up the good work Voltage!
 
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