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Old 09-12-2012, 03:34 PM   #1501
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Ordered my Perrin sway bar kit yesterday!
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Old 09-12-2012, 04:06 PM   #1502
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First time on gravel (a few months ago)



Realized that the button to turn off traction control is also the "Fun" button.
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Old 09-12-2012, 07:28 PM   #1503
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These were just quick pictures from my iphone. No photo filtering either... Pure picture..



Tint 20% by jmaiden91184, on Flickr



Tint 20% 2 by jmaiden91184, on Flickr
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Old 09-12-2012, 07:32 PM   #1504
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First time on gravel (a few months ago)



Realized that the button to turn off traction control is also the "Fun" button.
Reverend, is that a GOPRO camera attached to the car? How fast were you going? BTW, cool shot!
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Old 09-12-2012, 09:50 PM   #1505
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These were just quick pictures from my iphone. No photo filtering either... Pure picture..



Tint 20% by jmaiden91184, on Flickr



Tint 20% 2 by jmaiden91184, on Flickr

Awesome tint man! What kind of film did you use?
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Old 09-12-2012, 09:59 PM   #1506
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Thanks for the input about the percent on the tint guys I think I'll do 35% all around... As far as the type of film to use, what do you think is the darkest, the best and looks coolest? I'm thinking about going for Suntek CXP... but I'm also considering other films like 3M, Llumar or Huper Optik?

Recommendations? Thanks Much appreciated...
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Old 09-12-2012, 11:45 PM   #1507
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Thanks for the input about the percent on the tint guys I think I'll do 35% all around... As far as the type of film to use, what do you think is the darkest, the best and looks coolest? I'm thinking about going for Suntek CXP... but I'm also considering other films like 3M, Llumar or Huper Optik?

Recommendations? Thanks Much appreciated...
I have Suntek CXP on my '12 Impreza and Llumar on my STI. Both are great films and have good clarity. I like both, but I would probably choose the CXP if I had the option.
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Old 09-12-2012, 11:59 PM   #1508
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Reverend, is that a GOPRO camera attached to the car? How fast were you going? BTW, cool shot!
I don't actually have a GOPRO camera. That's just my hand out the window with my camera hanging on for dear life whilst taking that corner. Not exactly the safest method, but it did make for a cool picture!

I was probably taking that turn around 40. Stock wheels, no rear sway bar (yet) and on gravel for the first time... yeah I was taking a lot of risks that day!
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Old 09-13-2012, 12:28 PM   #1509
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Awesome tint man! What kind of film did you use?

SunTek High Performance
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Old 09-13-2012, 12:47 PM   #1510
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Thanks for the input about the percent on the tint guys I think I'll do 35% all around... As far as the type of film to use, what do you think is the darkest, the best and looks coolest? I'm thinking about going for Suntek CXP... but I'm also considering other films like 3M, Llumar or Huper Optik?

Recommendations? Thanks Much appreciated...
I have 3m, it is hazy when looking towards the sun. Perfectly clear all other times. Supposed to maintain its color for lifetime. Not my first choice for film, but really my only option without driving hours.
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Old 09-13-2012, 01:26 PM   #1511
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Thanks for the input about the percent on the tint guys I think I'll do 35% all around... As far as the type of film to use, what do you think is the darkest, the best and looks coolest? I'm thinking about going for Suntek CXP... but I'm also considering other films like 3M, Llumar or Huper Optik?

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I am very happy with SunTek..

The quality is legit.
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Old 09-17-2012, 01:29 AM   #1512
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Just finished installing my spoiler and I couldn't wait till morning to take pictures.

Since plasti dipping my wheels I have added the roof rack, splash guards and the spoiler. Here's the pictures:





Next upgrades: Plasti dip the grill, tint the tail lights
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Old 09-17-2012, 03:32 AM   #1513
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Looks great Mitch!
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Old 09-17-2012, 12:49 PM   #1514
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Looks good! I'm just wondering, why do a lot of people go with plasti dipping and not buy a new set of wheels?
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Old 09-17-2012, 12:55 PM   #1515
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It's simply a matter of costs. $50 for paint supplies, or ~$1000 for quality new wheels.

Personally, this plasti dip is my solution to a temporary problem. I'm saving up for wheels, but wanted the look right away.
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Old 09-17-2012, 01:04 PM   #1516
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That makes sense. I was just wondering because I see a lot of guys doing it. And yes money is hard for a lot including me.
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Old 09-17-2012, 01:26 PM   #1517
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Plastidip is awesome. Its cheap, super easy, but best part is easily reversible!

Cost me about $30, took an hour or two, fixed small issues easy, can remove it whenever i want without chemicals or tools.
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Old 09-18-2012, 06:29 AM   #1518
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Wow, that plastic dip is amazing. Looking for some input. I own a 2012 DMG Sport Limited with 50 / 20 tint and a 3M Paint Protection Bra (clear) and was wondering what a single black or anthracite stripe about 7 - 8 inch wide strip running from the front bumper, over the hood, roof and down the back bumper would look like. I realize this isn't a 300 hp WRX, so it may be over the top, but looking for some input from you guys. My thinking is that it may be able to be accomplished with the plastic dip, or have the guy that did my 3M bra do it in some type of vinyl.
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Old 09-18-2012, 06:30 AM   #1519
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Wow, that plastic dip is amazing. Looking for some input. I own a 2012 DMG Sport Limited with 50 / 20 tint and a 3M Paint Protection Bra (clear) and was wondering what a single black or anthracite stripe about 7 - 8 inch wide strip running from the front bumper, over the hood, roof and down the back bumper would look like. I realize this isn't a 300 hp WRX, so it may be over the top, but looking for some input from you guys. My thinking is that it may be able to be accomplished with the plastic dip, or have the guy that did my 3M bra do it in some type of vinyl.
Yuck.
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Old 09-18-2012, 09:44 AM   #1520
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Wow, that plastic dip is amazing. Looking for some input. I own a 2012 DMG Sport Limited with 50 / 20 tint and a 3M Paint Protection Bra (clear) and was wondering what a single black or anthracite stripe about 7 - 8 inch wide strip running from the front bumper, over the hood, roof and down the back bumper would look like. I realize this isn't a 300 hp WRX, so it may be over the top, but looking for some input from you guys. My thinking is that it may be able to be accomplished with the plastic dip, or have the guy that did my 3M bra do it in some type of vinyl.
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Yuck.
^ Haha.

Try it with plastidip & diy so its cheap. Cuz im sure youll hear s**t about it until you peel it off.

Plastidip wont hurt paint or anything. just make sure you put enough coats so its thick and peels off easy. And protect rest of car. its a pita to remove if its in thin layers or overspray.
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Old 09-18-2012, 01:18 PM   #1521
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Wes, love the grill. Did you modify that yourself?
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Old 09-18-2012, 01:22 PM   #1522
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Just finished installing my spoiler and I couldn't wait till morning to take pictures.

Since plasti dipping my wheels I have added the roof rack, splash guards and the spoiler. Here's the pictures:





Next upgrades: Plasti dip the grill, tint the tail lights
Plasti Dip the grill?

Isn't your grill already black?

How does it look during the day?
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Old 09-18-2012, 02:26 PM   #1523
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Nope, it's the stock grill. I would like the sport grill, but I'm cheap. lol. It currently looks like this:
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Old 09-18-2012, 02:46 PM   #1524
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Yea looks black in that one pic. Looks good black. I plastidipped the grey trim around the grill but left crossbars chrome because limited comes with so much of it.
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Old 09-18-2012, 02:55 PM   #1525
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Yea looks black in that one pic. Looks good black. I plastidipped the grey trim around the grill but left crossbars chrome because limited comes with so much of it.
Ya, that's the same thing I plan on doing. I've thought about plasti dipping all the chrome, but decided against it. Do you have a pic of your grill, myrt?
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