Finally, custom paint is finished. w/ kit - Page 5

Ajaxus · 07-07-2007, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by cardude007617

oh my god, this guy is good people. he is actually right. why would u ask for opinions if you can't handle what other people think?

what mark said has been said many times on here..it just seems people never catch on, when you ask for opinions you get BOTH good and bad...and when you go over the top, expect more bad.

PhantomLover007 · 07-07-2007, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by WeibSunder

Plus I think "Fast and the Furious" hyped up the civic and other imports, so I believe that made an even BIGGER market for after market parts for them even though there was already a large one to begin with.

Anyone else think that if the GA was on the same movie there would be a larger demand for parts?

Didn't Lethal Weapon 4 help with sales of the new GA with the silver '99 SE2 they use to go hauling ass around in. True, it wasn't anything souped up and stuff, but it probably helped a bit in sales as product placement for the strength of the unibody construction and stuff.

cardude007617 · 07-07-2007, 05:44 PM

obviously not.........

or there would again be a bigger parts catologue for us

WeibSunder · 07-07-2007, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by cardude007617

obviously not.........

or there would again be a bigger parts catologue for us

I'm pretty sure in Lethal Weapon 4 they didn't have a SC'ed GA and body kit and all that good stuff. What he is saying is that they were just driving it which brought attention to the car, and in turn everyone went out and bought it. Which is true, and I think besides the Civic, I think the GA was one of the largest selling cars.

lvemy3100 · 07-07-2007, 05:56 PM

there would be more parts if there were more demand from those actually willing AND able to spend the money... i can think of 3 threads off the top of my head in which vendors were gauging interest in new products but the lack of positive response resulted in the thread dying or the vendor declaring they were no longer interested in making such parts for this platform...

in any case I am now WAY off topic and will shut up now...

PhantomLover007 · 07-07-2007, 05:57 PM

The biggest issue I have with the kit is the rear valance. The large area where it has the mesh grill is a bit too much to me. The paint job is very unique and I'm digging the colors, especially since I like blue and I'm thinking of adding to the rear portions of my SC/T kit when I get home to put it on. Personally, if Iwasn't able to get the SC/T kit, I more than likely would have chose to go with the SOS kit. It has the same front and side skirts as yours, but a different rear. Here is a pic of it. Anyways. Don't take anything that we say personally. We razz the hell out of each other and sometimes piss each other off, but I haven't seen any other GA site like this one where we can just talk bull**** about almost anything. The folks on here have alot of experience with mods and I respect them for that since I am a newbie too for the most part. Once again, damn good job on the painting.

PhantomLover007 · 07-07-2007, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by lvemy3100

there would be more parts if there were more demand from those actually willing AND able to spend the money... i can think of 3 threads off the top of my head in which vendors were gauging interest in new products but the lack of poositive response resulted in the thread dying or the vendor declaring they were no longer interested in making such parts for this platform...

in any case I am now WAY off topic and will shut up now...

SO VERY TRUE!!!

in anycase, thank you for your support.

elementdrummer · 07-07-2007, 07:29 PM

well, now that ive gotten some sleep im taking the constructive criticism to point. this wasnt supposed to be my american muscle car...camaro is coming soon. it was supposed to be a project car of mine to develop my skills.

im a fan of vents, but not big wings or huge ricer tips. i was just soo surprised that out of 15 people, only 1 said "good job" kinda sucked after alot of hours of work.

as for tailights and headlights, wat r some good prices for some that would look good on this car??? got any links? cuz im clueless in that area. as for lowering what can i buy to lower it about an inch?

PhantomLover007 · 07-07-2007, 07:40 PM

Ebay would have slightly cheaper prices. PFYC and CustomGrandAm would have some others.

GrandAmGT1996 · 07-07-2007, 07:57 PM

I dont think anybody is hating on your work, they just dont like the style body kit you chose. The work you did looks really good, just some dont like the body kit and others dont like the design of the paint scheme.

pyro · 07-07-2007, 09:15 PM

definately go for the TYC tails, found on ebay the cheapest. they are by far the most attractive. i would either stick with the OEM headlights or go with the chrome w/ clear reflector, also found on ebay for cheap.

WeibSunder · 07-08-2007, 01:30 AM

Get the chrome TYC's, pull off the lenses, tape up the brake lenses, paint to match the blue at the back of the car. I think it would look VERY good w/ your theme. IMO anyway.

DrFabulous · 07-08-2007, 08:31 AM

Branden-

No need to get worked up. The paint is cool, it's just the kit that doesn't work with the car well.

Ripping on other peoples cars is NOT the way to defend yourself. Many people choose to focus on other things besides body work, and for a lot of people, this is the car they have to drive to work daily and haul their family around- not really the perfect situation to have a body kit. I personally would love to do some body work to my car, but I am not able to have my car parked for more than one day- and plus, we live in Minnesota. The winters kill cars.

I am interested in seeing it in person, however. I live just outside of Minnetonka.... so if you're ever out in my area of the woods at all, I'd be game for just meeting up for a second to check out the paint.

DrFabulous · 07-08-2007, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by elementdrummer

as for tailights and headlights, wat r some good prices for some that would look good on this car??? got any links? cuz im clueless in that area. as for lowering what can i buy to lower it about an inch?

Eibach springs.

And I have the black TYC's and tinted SE tails- you can look at them before you go buy something.

cardude007617 · 07-08-2007, 07:25 PM

oh by the way, thanks for giving a lot of us rep points elementdrummer.......

Ajaxus · 07-08-2007, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by cardude007617

oh by the way, thanks for giving a lot of us rep points elementdrummer.......

i think i set him straight (in a kind manner) on this via pm, just give somebody else good advice in the future and the pos rep points will balance this out.

cardude007617 · 07-08-2007, 07:43 PM

its a little hard when im -15 in the hole man..... and i STILL dont know how that freaking happened

GrandAmGT1996 · 07-08-2007, 08:44 PM

Well its obvious you are just a straight up as$hole and thats why you got so many negative rep points.

just kididng

cardude007617 · 07-08-2007, 08:57 PM

i actually provide a lotta good information.....honestly i do. i just dont get why i have -15 points. its like WAYYY beyond me.
and wen i noticed it jumped DOWNNNN....i only had nuetral points in my CP. so i dont know, i wouldnt mind it being fixed cuz its gonna take FOREVER to get back to 0 even.

Jake · 07-08-2007, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by GrandAmGT1996

Well its obvious you are just a straight up as$hole and thats why you got so many negative rep points.

just kididng

ROFL

07-07-2007, 05:44 PM	#83
cardude007617 mmm turbo boost AKA: Paul Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milwaukee WI Age: 31 Posts: 4,870 Vehicle: 2005 WRX Sedan 5 Speed	obviously not......... or there would again be a bigger parts catologue for us __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2565053 -2005 World Rally Blue Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan: Tanabe Touring 3in catback, ERZ bellmouth catted downpipe, catless uppipe, SPT Pink springs, SPT short shifter, SPT intake, stereo, Cobb Accessport stage II, Prosport boost/oil temp/volt gauges, 35%, 17x8 Rota Torques, F/R strut braces It's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

07-07-2007, 05:56 PM	#85
lvemy3100 Im President Charley AKA: mp Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: place Posts: 2,040 Vehicle: 01 car	there would be more parts if there were more demand from those actually willing AND able to spend the money... i can think of 3 threads off the top of my head in which vendors were gauging interest in new products but the lack of positive response resulted in the thread dying or the vendor declaring they were no longer interested in making such parts for this platform... in any case I am now WAY off topic and will shut up now... __________________ -Mark You want more power? You need MP Racing! ------ Now drink with me deeply of the bourbon, scotch, and rye until such time as we are fighting drunk. Then we shall find, and beat the a*es of, the nonbelievers who ruined my feast. Last edited by lvemy3100; 07-07-2007 at 06:08 PM.*

07-07-2007, 09:15 PM	#91
pyro mAUDIrator AKA: Jeremy Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL Age: 34 Posts: 3,837 Vehicle: '05 A4 1.8T	definately go for the TYC tails, found on ebay the cheapest. they are by far the most attractive. i would either stick with the OEM headlights or go with the chrome w/ clear reflector, also found on ebay for cheap. __________________ They can come closer than close, yeah...original they never will be. Florida Members...CLICK HERE

07-08-2007, 01:30 AM	#92
WeibSunder Got Airway? AKA: Matt Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Evergreen,NC Age: 36 Posts: 1,337 Vehicle: 06 Dodge Magnum	Get the chrome TYC's, pull off the lenses, tape up the brake lenses, paint to match the blue at the back of the car. I think it would look VERY good w/ your theme. IMO anyway. __________________ Kenntnis ist Kraft Air goes in and out, blood goes round and round. Any variation in this, is a bad thing!

07-08-2007, 08:31 AM	#93
DrFabulous FIGJAM AKA: Matt Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: MN Posts: 9,675 Vehicle: Acura\|Chevy\|Porsche	Branden- No need to get worked up. The paint is cool, it's just the kit that doesn't work with the car well. Ripping on other peoples cars is NOT the way to defend yourself. Many people choose to focus on other things besides body work, and for a lot of people, this is the car they have to drive to work daily and haul their family around- not really the perfect situation to have a body kit. I personally would love to do some body work to my car, but I am not able to have my car parked for more than one day- and plus, we live in Minnesota. The winters kill cars. I am interested in seeing it in person, however. I live just outside of Minnetonka.... so if you're ever out in my area of the woods at all, I'd be game for just meeting up for a second to check out the paint. __________________ '18 Acura MDX Kid hauler '15 Chevrolet Tahoe Toy Hauler '01 Porsche Boxster Project

07-07-2007, 07:29 PM	#88
elementdrummer BlueRazor AKA: Branden Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: blaine, minn Age: 32 Posts: 178 Vehicle: 1999 grand am se	well, now that ive gotten some sleep im taking the constructive criticism to point. this wasnt supposed to be my american muscle car...camaro is coming soon. it was supposed to be a project car of mine to develop my skills. im a fan of vents, but not big wings or huge ricer tips. i was just soo surprised that out of 15 people, only 1 said "good job" kinda sucked after alot of hours of work. as for tailights and headlights, wat r some good prices for some that would look good on this car??? got any links? cuz im clueless in that area. as for lowering what can i buy to lower it about an inch?

07-08-2007, 07:25 PM	#95
cardude007617 mmm turbo boost AKA: Paul Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milwaukee WI Age: 31 Posts: 4,870 Vehicle: 2005 WRX Sedan 5 Speed	oh by the way, thanks for giving a lot of us rep points elementdrummer....... __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2565053 -2005 World Rally Blue Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan: Tanabe Touring 3in catback, ERZ bellmouth catted downpipe, catless uppipe, SPT Pink springs, SPT short shifter, SPT intake, stereo, Cobb Accessport stage II, Prosport boost/oil temp/volt gauges, 35%, 17x8 Rota Torques, F/R strut braces It's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

07-08-2007, 07:43 PM	#97
cardude007617 mmm turbo boost AKA: Paul Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milwaukee WI Age: 31 Posts: 4,870 Vehicle: 2005 WRX Sedan 5 Speed	its a little hard when im -15 in the hole man..... and i STILL dont know how that freaking happened __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2565053 -2005 World Rally Blue Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan: Tanabe Touring 3in catback, ERZ bellmouth catted downpipe, catless uppipe, SPT Pink springs, SPT short shifter, SPT intake, stereo, Cobb Accessport stage II, Prosport boost/oil temp/volt gauges, 35%, 17x8 Rota Torques, F/R strut braces It's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

07-08-2007, 08:57 PM	#99
cardude007617 mmm turbo boost AKA: Paul Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milwaukee WI Age: 31 Posts: 4,870 Vehicle: 2005 WRX Sedan 5 Speed	i actually provide a lotta good information.....honestly i do. i just dont get why i have -15 points. its like WAYYY beyond me. and wen i noticed it jumped DOWNNNN....i only had nuetral points in my CP. so i dont know, i wouldnt mind it being fixed cuz its gonna take FOREVER to get back to 0 even. __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2565053 -2005 World Rally Blue Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan: Tanabe Touring 3in catback, ERZ bellmouth catted downpipe, catless uppipe, SPT Pink springs, SPT short shifter, SPT intake, stereo, Cobb Accessport stage II, Prosport boost/oil temp/volt gauges, 35%, 17x8 Rota Torques, F/R strut braces It's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.