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Title: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 18:21
Anyone dealt with this company as I'm thinking of buying the "sporty" spoiler.

 m http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... =p3907.m29 (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=310030190926&Category=72207&_trksid=p3907.m29) m

Heres the bodykit they offer:
(http://www.jdltuning.com/gallery/toyota/610/1_540.jpg)

And the spoiler I may get:
(http://jdltuning.com/gallery/toyota/616/1_540.jpg)
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Post by: Jaik on March 9, 2008, 18:25
That rear bumper is *vomit*
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 18:26
Quote from: "Jaik"That rear bumper is *vomit*

agreed but I do like the front bumper and the "sporty" spoiler.
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Post by: Jaik on March 9, 2008, 18:36
Yep, front and sides aren't bad and the lip spoiler's quite nice  s:) :) s:)
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Post by: uktotty on March 9, 2008, 19:10
Does look very good from the front and side but dodgy from the rear.
Sounds a bit like me  s:) :) s:)
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 19:26
I quite like that   s:oops: :oops: s:oops:
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Post by: TJK on March 9, 2008, 19:28
Quote from: "Ekona"I quite like that   s:oops: :oops: s:oops:

Agreed!   s:oops: :oops: s:oops:  With the more subtle of the two spoilers though! The wheels look good.
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Post by: chalced on March 9, 2008, 19:32
I prefer the GT spoiler...like the way it overhangs the lights. Not seen anything like that before.
Agree with all else tho...but i'm still looking for a 'sniper' bodykit, I like the flared wheel arches that come with the full kit   s:) :) s:)  

Mel.
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Post by: TJK on March 9, 2008, 19:35
Quote from: "chalced"I prefer the GT spoiler...like the way it overhangs the lights.

Mel.

(http://www.jdltuning.com/gallery/toyota/610/4_540.jpg)

I think this it a bit too much of an overhang though!!
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 20:18
Okay, that bit IS bloody horrible!
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Post by: kanujunkie on March 9, 2008, 20:29
i like that kit as well, not the spoiler, cant help thinking the rest of it would look good with the TRC rear end that Nige has got.
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 20:37
I like that, am i right in thinking that both bumpers simply bolt on and replace the orignals?
So its a case of getting it painted then fit yourself?
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 20:37
Yup, looks that way.
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 20:39
God im tempted!
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 20:39
me too!
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Post by: alancdavis on March 9, 2008, 20:39
sorry to say that I quite like it all,,,,,its definitly somthing different   s:lol: :lol: s:lol:
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 20:44
Quote from: "jeb"me too!

Buy one and give feedback.  s:D :D s:D
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 20:50
Quote from: "nelix"
Quote from: "jeb"me too!

Buy one and give feedback.  s:D :D s:D

lol, ok just send me a cheque and i'll buy and i'll even leave feedback!   s:) :) s:)
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Post by: aaronjb on March 9, 2008, 20:56
Quote from: "nelix"I like that, am i right in thinking that both bumpers simply bolt on and replace the orignals?
So its a case of getting it painted then fit yourself?

I'd hazard a guess that like rather a lot of fibreglass kits it will require quite a bit of fettling and adjusting before it fits 'right' - so best to get the whole thing fitted by a bodyshop unless you're happy with doing the fitment & prep work first yourself..
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 21:03
Ihave emailed jdl, had a reply from Dan, he is quoting £260 painted and £50 delivery, 3 week turnaround, i have asked if he will do a discount for say 5 kits if we get interest.
He has a link nowe to this thread.
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Post by: aaronjb on March 9, 2008, 21:08
Holy carp that's cheap.. *checks CC balance*
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Post by: northernalex on March 9, 2008, 21:10
FOR THE FULL KIT PAINTED????

I'm after some painted air intakes and the front diffuser too.  Wonder if we couuld get that into a group buy.

Cheers,

Alex
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 21:11
£260 for the painting Alex.
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 21:13
Now saying will only paint spoiler, not kit, but will do gb on kit.
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Post by: northernalex on March 9, 2008, 21:13
Edit, removed after nelix's last post.
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Post by: aaronjb on March 9, 2008, 21:14
I'd probably go for the kit without the spoiler (already have the ducktail one to go on).

I really need to find out if I can spray  s;) ;) s;)
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Post by: loadswine on March 9, 2008, 21:36
That front bumper looks great but will collide with so may things at that clearance above thee ground. I know, as mine is similar in that respect and its often taking hits from the ground. Level crossings, (hardly ever level)  s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  can cause grief particularly.
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Post by: Jaik on March 9, 2008, 22:09
I think the half-decent photography and paint job helps it to look good. The front and sides I could take or leave, but that rear would look more at home on a Corsa in a McDonald's carpark IMHO.
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Post by: Anonymous on March 9, 2008, 22:55
Don't the low slung bodykits on the front, sides and rear catch on speedbumps?

From personal experience, i've seen Impreza's tackle speedbumps at the appropriate speed 10-15MPH and still lose their bodykit or at least scratch or crush it, likewise with a few of those Chav-mobiles.  What's the difference with the MR2 kits ?   s:? :? s:?
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Post by: philster_d on March 10, 2008, 01:12
Aaron you could go down on mine some time if you like. I have the little pot of the black paint for touch up from the bodyshop.   s8) 8) s8)  

/Phillly
Title: spoiler
Post by: Anonymous on March 25, 2008, 20:21
hi a cracking spoiler for the roadster is the trd vm180 which i got from japan i will post a pic as soon as
 comes in at £624.00 but well worth it
 regards
and1
Title: Re: spoiler
Post by: Anonymous on March 25, 2008, 20:25
Quote from: "AND1 DUFF"comes in at £624.00 but well worth it
 

  s:shock: :shock: s:shock:
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Post by: NorthandSouth on March 25, 2008, 20:45
How much???????   s:shock: :shock: s:shock:
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Post by: Anonymous on March 25, 2008, 20:49
This it?

(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c233/nelix1/bits/trdvrm.jpg)

If it is i hope you have a hardtop Andi, will look silly without it imho.
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Post by: carl_evs on March 25, 2008, 21:01
I don't actually think the rear is too bad....only thing that lets it down for me are the vents behind the rear arches. Otherwise I don´t think it is too bad..the spoiler would be ok if it didnt hang as far back - sadly its like an ironing board at that length!!
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Post by: TJK on March 25, 2008, 21:12
Quote from: "nelix"This it?

(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c233/nelix1/bits/trdvrm.jpg)

If it is i hope you have a hardtop Andi, will look silly without it imho.

(http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb108/tomnewquay/272347322_l1.jpg)
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Post by: evileye_wrx on March 25, 2008, 21:37
£624 is really good for a genuine TRD spoiler. I was looking for one a while back and they are rare as hen's teeth and those I found were more expensive than that. I even nearly bought a whole car just to take the spoiler off then sell the car.
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Post by: Anonymous on March 25, 2008, 21:40
Quote from: "evileye_xc"£624 is really good for a genuine TRD spoiler. I was looking for one a while back and they are rare as hen's teeth and those I found were more expensive than that. I even nearly bought a whole car just to take the spoiler off then sell the car.

That sort of money gets you a hardtop with fitting kit, total no brainer.
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Post by: evileye_wrx on March 25, 2008, 21:48
Quote from: "nelix"That sort of money gets you a hardtop with fitting kit, total no brainer.

Yup, I bought a turbo, total no brainer.

Just to keep it on topic I nearly bought that ebay kit today but there's a few other bits and bobs I need to sort out first before going for something like that. I did order some AEM gauges from the States instead tho.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Steven Velocity on March 28, 2008, 20:15
(http://www.jdltuning.com/gallery/toyota/610/1_540.jpg)

I emailed JDL yesterday about this kit and although there site stated a 2 hour turnaround time on replies I've heard nothing from them. I tried again today...  s:? :? s:?
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Post by: spit on March 29, 2008, 01:29
Steve - how's your German? You might want to try these guys to see if they have stock - they claim to have "15 available": Clicky (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310031655787) £568 delivered.
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Post by: enid_b on March 29, 2008, 03:19
i would like the plate, its my initials !!!!!
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Post by: damonlaw88 on March 29, 2008, 04:13
Quote from: "enid_b"i would like the plate, its my initials !!!!!

Hehehe same here dude.
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Post by: heathstimpson on March 29, 2008, 07:45
Quote from: "damonlaw88"
Quote from: "enid_b"i would like the plate, its my initials !!!!!

Hehehe same here dude.
Twins  s8) 8) s8)    s:?: :?: s:?:
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: heathstimpson on March 29, 2008, 07:45
Quote from: "Steven Velocity"(http://www.jdltuning.com/gallery/toyota/610/1_540.jpg)

I emailed JDL yesterday about this kit and although there site stated a 2 hour turnaround time on replies I've heard nothing from them. I tried again today...  s:? :? s:?
Oooooh I like that  s8) 8) s8)
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: edward.carter on March 29, 2008, 10:35
Quote from: "heathstimpson"
Quote from: "Steven Velocity"(http://www.jdltuning.com/gallery/toyota/610/1_540.jpg)

I emailed JDL yesterday about this kit and although there site stated a 2 hour turnaround time on replies I've heard nothing from them. I tried again today...  s:? :? s:?
Oooooh I like that  s8) 8) s8)
I do like that aswell, even the spoiler looks ok from that angle! Still dont like the spoiler from the back, i think the"trd vm180 big sticky up spoiler" (technical term!:)) would look good!
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Post by: spit on March 29, 2008, 10:45
The rear view of the bumper doesn't do anything for me at all. Looks like the designer started from the front and then had an attack of narcolepsy  s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
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Post by: Anonymous on March 29, 2008, 12:28
I like the kit as a whole, but as I stated earlier, won't speedbumps be a major problem?
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Post by: spit on March 29, 2008, 16:29
Quote from: "GroundZero"I like the kit as a whole, but as I stated earlier, won't speedbumps be a major problem?

Judging by the pics, almost certainly ... but at least you'll live up to your username!  s:lol: :lol: s:lol:
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Post by: heathstimpson on March 29, 2008, 17:08
Quote from: "spit"The rear view of the bumper doesn't do anything for me at all. Looks like the designer started from the front and then had an attack of narcolepsy  s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
I agree love the front and sideskirts but not totally convinced on the rear  s:? :? s:?
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Post by: evileye_wrx on March 29, 2008, 18:05
Quote from: "GroundZero"I like the kit as a whole, but as I stated earlier, won't speedbumps be a major problem?

The car in the pics is lowered 55mm AND has a carbon front splitter on. On most cars the kit isn't going to be that close to the ground and all the speedbumps.

Look, I'm convincing myself to buy this kit...Nooooooooo!
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Post by: aaronjb on March 29, 2008, 18:06
Damn, I thought the black front splitter part was part of the kit..

I actually really quite like it - including the rear bumper.

Must be the inner chav in me trying to get out.
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Post by: ash1809 on March 29, 2008, 18:17
Love the kit, are we doing a GB ?
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Post by: Anonymous on March 29, 2008, 19:38
Quote from: "spit"
Quote from: "GroundZero"I like the kit as a whole, but as I stated earlier, won't speedbumps be a major problem?

Judging by the pics, almost certainly ... but at least you'll live up to your username!  s:lol: :lol: s:lol:

More like GroundThumper, either the Kit falling off after going over the mountain range of speedbumps around here, or me punching the floor shortly after losing my front end.
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Post by: Steven Velocity on March 29, 2008, 20:39
Quote from: "spit"Steve - how's your German? You might want to try these guys to see if they have stock - they claim to have "15 available": Clicky (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310031655787) £568 delivered.

Hiya Ste,  apparently they have a vendor here in Manchester:

Imexdesigns
10 RIDGMONT DRIVE
M28 1JN, BOOTHSTOWN, MANCHESTER
Tel: 01613570127
E-mail:  e http://www.imexdesigns.co.uk (http://www.imexdesigns.co.uk) m

Looks like I've got a call and possibly a trip to make...
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Post by: spit on March 29, 2008, 20:42
Quote from: "Steven Velocity"Looks like I've got a call and possibly a trip to make...

Ooooooh   s:P :P s:P   let me know Steve: you may need company   s:wink: :wink: s:wink:  

off-topic PS. A letter arrived for you this week. I'll post it on.
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Post by: DannyN on March 29, 2008, 20:44
Quote from: "spit"
Quote from: "Steven Velocity"Looks like I've got a call and possibly a trip to make...

Ooooooh   s:P :P s:P   let me know Steve: you may need company   s:wink: :wink: s:wink:  

Give me a shout I'll come too, its only 2 minutes away
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Post by: Anonymous on March 29, 2008, 20:47
Wonder if they paint and fit?
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Post by: ash1809 on March 30, 2008, 22:25
has anyone bought that kit or thinking of getting it?
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Post by: spit on March 30, 2008, 22:33
I spoke with SteveVelocity today who is making enquiries with the local supplier and may have some interest over in the States.

Of course, it'd be great if someone like Steve is able to go check out the kit for quality of production and fit etc... it may be a complete dog.  s:lol: :lol: s:lol:
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Post by: ash1809 on March 31, 2008, 08:53
Yeah it would be good if someone could check it out ... I emailed JDL, they said it's just a case of painting and fitting but somehow I dont think it is
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Post by: Steven Velocity on March 31, 2008, 13:13
I talked to the Rep from Imexdesigns and he says that since this kit is still rather new he does not stock it yet. Regarding the fitment and quality of TDL kits in general he said he's sold kits for Vauxhall, Subaru, other Toyotas etc, and has not recieved a complaint about front or rear bumper fitment or quality. Sideskirts and lip kits, however, have had fitment issues. Not major issues, but he has had complaints. As far as my research goes, I don't think there is a Spyder kit in England yet. Any members on here in Poland, Germany, or Malta care to go have a look at one?

If I can work out a good deal on shipping I may guinea pig my Spyder for a test fit.

Steve
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Post by: Anonymous on April 1, 2008, 02:17
For god's sake.

That kit is really growing on me now - i'm going to rattle off some questions to JDL and see what he says.
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Post by: Anonymous on April 1, 2008, 15:40
JDL got back in touch...

------------------

Hi,

I will try to do my best with all your quesition.

1. 185x35x50 [ cm ]

2. I can say only if car is extremaly lowered. There is 12 cm clearence  between  diffuser  and ground. If car is not lowered, there is still huge clearence. No worries with speed bumps

3. No, we sell only unpainted.

4. Quite easy to fit. We have a few customers who  never fitted bodykit before, and they have already fitted. However basic skills of fitter are required

5. Bodykit comes insured for full amount. If something comes broken, replecement is sent within 2 working days since customer report.
Regarding fitting. This bodykit was fitted by a few customers before, so we are 100% sure everything fit properly. We sent 10 days ago this bodykit to TUV engineers. It is already approved and tested - construction, quality and fitting. Certificate will be sent to us within couple of weeks. It is best recommendation.

If you have any questions feel free to ask

Daniel

JDL



 
QuoteHi there,

    I am interested in the eBay Toyota MR2 Bodykit which you sell/supply.
    I have a few questions if you wouldn't mind answering, i'd be most appreciative.

    1. If at all possible, could you supply me the dimensions in cm or mm of the front bumper?

    2. What is the ground clearance between the front bumper and the ground on a standard MR2 (not lowered suspension)?

    3. Is it possible for you to spray the bodykit before sending it?

    4. Is it simple to fit?

    5. What sort of guarantee do you supply (if the kit is damaged during transit, or won't fit on the car due to a poor cast etc)?

    Many thanks,

    Matt Hunter
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Post by: Liz on April 1, 2008, 16:49
Those are obviously not stock wheels - any guesses what that car has on it - probably got wrong sized tyres on though  s:wink: :wink: s:wink:   - imagine the kit with a set of stockers - would look poo - especially if not lowered - so you would have to add that into the cost.

  s:scared: :scared: s:scared:  

I like the kit at the front but hate that Corsa spoiler with a passion.
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Post by: evileye_wrx on April 1, 2008, 17:38
Quote from: "Liz"Those are obviously not stock wheels - any guesses what that car has on it - probably got wrong sized tyres on though  s:wink: :wink: s:wink:   - imagine the kit with a set of stockers - would look poo - especially if not lowered - so you would have to add that into the cost.

  s:scared: :scared: s:scared:  

I like the kit at the front but hate that Corsa spoiler with a passion.

I think the Ebay advert said 17" MIM wheels and lowered 55mm on Tein springs. But if you've already got 17's....
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Post by: chalced on April 7, 2008, 15:04
Well I just had a 'best offer' accepted on this kit ,but am working away for the next several weeks so wont have the chance to fit it for a while!   s:oops: :oops: s:oops:  
Gonna go for the GT spoiler too....even though most of you here dont like it   s:roll: :roll: s:roll:      s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  
Will let you know how it all goes later on!    s:!: :!: s:!:
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Post by: Steven Velocity on April 7, 2008, 15:46
Quote from: "chalced"Well I just had a 'best offer' accepted on this kit ,but am working away for the next several weeks so wont have the chance to fit it for a while!   s:oops: :oops: s:oops:  
Gonna go for the GT spoiler too....even though most of you here dont like it   s:roll: :roll: s:roll:      s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  
Will let you know how it all goes later on!    s:!: :!: s:!:

Sweet! I'm really looking forward to your write up.
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Post by: Anonymous on April 22, 2008, 19:03
Any progress?

Did anyone buy this kit or part of it?
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Post by: Anonymous on April 22, 2008, 19:13
Quote from: "ash1809"Love the kit, are we doing a GB ?

lol - didnt you get your Toyota GB one fitted yet !!   s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
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Post by: ash1809 on April 22, 2008, 19:16
hey yeah I got it fitted haven't been one here for a while wife had a baby etc, still keeping the 2 but I fancy a change of bodykit   s:D :D s:D
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Post by: Steven Velocity on April 22, 2008, 19:32
+1

any updates on fitment? has anyone actually seen this kit in person yet?
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Post by: Anonymous on April 22, 2008, 23:13
Just a note to let you know, that i've tried to come in contact with JDL and i got a reply.

I tried 3 times and got 3 replies very very fast.
Seems they have an excellent service.
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Post by: Anonymous on April 23, 2008, 00:03
Yes they do - If all goes well with my vents as I stated above (and of course with you guys) i'll be looking at continuing to upgrade with his kits.
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Post by: Anonymous on April 26, 2008, 09:59
Any progress GrounZero ?
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Post by: Anonymous on April 26, 2008, 10:44
Nothing received yet - i'll drop them an email.
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Post by: Anonymous on April 30, 2008, 15:17
Side Vents delivered today via UPS - well packed and good condition considering their long-haul flight  s;) ;) s;)

Just need them sprayed up now!

By the way, I can't fault JDL.
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Post by: Anonymous on April 30, 2008, 18:41
Now install and take some good photos here!!!

Perfect JDL, now I'll order my side skirts (:

Thanks for dropping some feedback.
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Post by: Anonymous on May 1, 2008, 12:40
Hold up, after my brief check of them yesterday I took them out to my car today, and noticed that the FRP has bubbled (read: weakened) and has also cracked.  Further to this, the vents are asymmetrical and I don't believe they actually fit in the vent spacing at all.

The plastic coating is chipped and has a poor finish.

Sorry about the delay in posting this, but I didn't have time to check them over yesterday after my initial euphoria.

I've asked them for a full refund, so i'll see how it goes.
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Post by: Anonymous on May 2, 2008, 15:13
Quote from: "GroundZero"Hold up, after my brief check of them yesterday I took them out to my car today, and noticed that the FRP has bubbled (read: weakened) and has also cracked.  Further to this, the vents are asymmetrical and I don't believe they actually fit in the vent spacing at all.

The plastic coating is chipped and has a poor finish.

Sorry about the delay in posting this, but I didn't have time to check them over yesterday after my initial euphoria.

I've asked them for a full refund, so i'll see how it goes.

Not good, I had high hopes for this kit as it was so affordable maybe that's part of the problem.

Oh well the hunt continues.................back to the DAMD kit then.
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Post by: Anonymous on May 2, 2008, 17:46
It is a shame, i'm sure it's hard looking for a living in Poland and they probably are produced the best that they can feasibly manage, but unfortunately its not upto our factory process standards.

He offered me a replacement set to be sent out, but frankly, i'd much prefer the refund - he hasn't replied after I rejected his replacement offer.
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Post by: Anonymous on May 2, 2008, 22:13
Poor quality.

Thanks for letting us know!!

Keep us informed of progress mate.
I hope you get your refund.
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Post by: Anonymous on May 3, 2008, 00:35
Cheers - i'll take some pictures tomorrow just to highlight some of the problems in the end product.
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Post by: Steven Velocity on May 3, 2008, 03:31
Quote from: "chalced"Well I just had a 'best offer' accepted on this kit ,but am working away for the next several weeks so wont have the chance to fit it for a while!   s:oops: :oops: s:oops:  
Gonna go for the GT spoiler too....even though most of you here dont like it   s:roll: :roll: s:roll:      s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  
Will let you know how it all goes later on!    s:!: :!: s:!:

Chalced, have you received and or fitted the kit yet?
We've already got a -1 for fit and finish from Ground Zero on there side vents. Hopefully the bumpers/skirts are better..
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Post by: Anonymous on May 3, 2008, 10:12
I was reading the feedback JDL had on Ebay.

There were some ebayers that claimed that the products the bought were not ready to fit and they needed trimming etc.

Someone else claimed, that when he went to the body shop to have the product painted, the body shop refused to paint it cause of the extreme poor quality.

So I guess the quality standard of JDL are lower than what we are used to.
But to be honest, I love this kit and even more the price of it!

I dont want something though that can crack in a week time on the first bumper.
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Post by: Anonymous on May 3, 2008, 11:19
I received a response today saying only 'OK no probs' to my request to return it for a refund.

I had to tell a white lie to get a response, by saying that i'd consider purchasing their bodykit later on if they handled this correctly.

Now we get to see how honest they are... International Signed For.
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Post by: chalced on May 3, 2008, 14:38
The kit arrived a while back, but I have been working in Africa for the past few weeks so havent had a chance to give it a proper lookin over. At a quick glance it doesnt seem too bad, but will probablyneed a litle 'finishing' off in places, but a decent bodyshop/paint shop should have no probs in that. I will take some photys over the weekend showing how it is before spraying (god knows when I'll get time to sort that tho...lol).
It was supposed to come with the grill meshing, but that doesnt seem to be here, but as I wanted to put my own blue mesh on I'm not that bothered about it...but beware if you need it!!

Mel.
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Post by: chalced on May 5, 2008, 13:50
ok...heres a few pics of the 'raw' kit....

First the 'dreaded' GT spoiler   lol


(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/gt.jpg)

front bumper


(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/front.jpg)

rear bumper

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/DSCF2622.jpg)

sides

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/sides.jpg)

inside makeup

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/frontinner.jpg)

bit of minor damage

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/damage.jpg)

fixing points all need drilling out

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/drill.jpg)

Will be at least a week or 2 till I can get it into a bodyshop for painting and fitting, but will keep you all posted on the outcome..

Mel.
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Post by: northernalex on May 5, 2008, 14:45
Actually doesnt look too bad at all.. the little bits you show should be a pretty easy fix for a bodyshop  s:) :) s:)

Cant wait to see what it all looks like when its finished.

Best,

Alex
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Post by: Anonymous on May 8, 2008, 09:12
I ordered my kit last week so hopefully it will arrive soon. Hopefully i'll finish repainting the kit thats been sitting on my skyline before it arrives otherwise i'll get side tracked...again....

thb, it looks like a pretty good kit, prob only a slight amount of trimming as with most aftermarket kits, but construction and quality from those pics looks good to me.
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Post by: Anonymous on May 12, 2008, 13:43
Just an update : recieved the kit and have inspected all the parts. everything comes in shiny gelcoar so is quite hard to see any imperfections. The side skirts and rear bumper are near perfect as far as surface is concerned - just rough down and primer and ya ready to paint. The front bumper however was totally different. there were pits and large smooth craters on the top edge in the middle. very hard to see but I could just about see it. on inspection there were several more areas which all in all took me about a day (between other chores) to prime/fill/sand/fill....etc... until I was happy that it was not smooth, and correctly contoured. I'm unsure how they could have manufactured the front so poorly tbh, but for me it's not too much of a problem. but be aware with the quality of the product...careful prep is essential!
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Post by: Anonymous on May 13, 2008, 21:10
Do the JDL side skirts go lower than the boot of the car?
In other words, will MRT be able to put the car on the wrecker ?

Does anyone know ?
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Post by: Anonymous on May 13, 2008, 21:31
I haven't properly lined the skirts up yet as the original skirts prevent setting them in place but they dont appear to be much lower than the original skirts.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on June 30, 2008, 12:37
I ordered and received the side skirts.


Bad things first!
I have not installed them yet, because it's not easy for DIY.
The reason is that is need proffesional painting, as the surface has a lot of dumps.
Therefore it needs stucco and then painting.

It will not fit either on the car, it has some slots that do not look good.
You also have to make all holes/drill.
Therefore a proffesional is the best to install them.

Finally, the quality of them is very medium.
Ok it's not the worst, but some proffesional I had them shown, told me that there is no elasticity at all, and very easy they will get cracked.

Good news now!
Cheap compared to other kits
VERY VERY beatifull, it is really much more beautifull than photos.
JDL seems a reliable e-shop, as everything on the procedure was perfect.
The side skirts, do not go lower than the car, therefore is it difficult to get them cracked. I'll know for sure when installed though!
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Post by: chalced on July 22, 2008, 08:43
OK...Back in the country now, so getting the kit and spoiler fitted next week.
Theres a very good bodyshop down the road from me who said they would spray and fit the kit to a 'show' standard for £700 or just a standard fitting for £600.
Of course i'm going for the show standard even tho I think the price is a little steep, but I dont mind paying for good workmanship.
They reckon it will take about 1 week to fit and spray as they fit the kit and prep it on the car, then take it off to spray, then re-fit and finish off.
I will post up some piccys when all finished (I'm hoping it will be ready for the Santa Pod show on the 2/3rd August).

Cheers,
Mel
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Post by: Anonymous on July 24, 2008, 17:03
I'll fit mine after August holidays, because I'm going to an Island and it's 100% i'll get it cracked with their roads!
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Post by: chalced on July 26, 2008, 10:29
OK...Dropped the car off yesterday for fitting. Thought I would just 'inquire' as to how much a full respray would be as I have a few sone chips and.......
For the princely sum of £1600.00 I am now having the bodykit and spoiler fitted and a full respray to another colour.    s:crazyeyes: :crazyeyes: s:crazyeyes:  ...I'll keep you all guessing as to the colour till I get it back in a couple of weeks (and no...its not pink!   s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  ) ....Pics will follow when I get back from yet another business trip abroad.

Mel.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on July 26, 2008, 11:32
That is expensive for a few stone chips.  s:scared: :scared: s:scared:
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Post by: evileye_wrx on July 27, 2008, 21:06
Quote from: "chalced"I'll keep you all guessing as to the colour till I get it back in a couple of weeks (and no...its not pink!   s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  )

Mel.

Is it pink?   s:P :P s:P  

Phil
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: chalced on July 28, 2008, 17:25
If it was just the stone chips then I guess it would be expensive, but I fancied a change of colour to something that no-one else has (I think).
And Phil.... Everyone knows that the colour Pink is reserved for that must have accessory that no roadster would be complete without......The fluffy dice around the rear view mirror...  s:P :P s:P      s:scared: :scared: s:scared:
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Post by: evileye_wrx on July 28, 2008, 17:39
I hope its Matte Black. I really want it to be Matte Black

Phil
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on August 1, 2008, 23:20
I have recently had this kit painted and fitted to my car.

Will post pics of it tomorow
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Post by: Anonymous on August 2, 2008, 18:01
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f38/spook050/MR2-1.jpg)
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f38/spook050/MR2-2.jpg)
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f38/spook050/MR2-4.jpg)
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f38/spook050/MR2-3.jpg)
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Post by: chalced on August 3, 2008, 10:36
Heres a couple of photys from me with the car in bits getting ready for the respray/kit fitting.
The guy at the bodyshop rckons its a b!tch of a kit to fi...Especiallyy the side skirts which need a loof prep work and cutting so you can actually open/close  the doors!!   s:shock: :shock: s:shock:  
Good job he spotted it before the kit went on!

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/mr21.jpg)

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/mr2-1.jpg)


Mel.
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Post by: Andy_Foz on August 3, 2008, 10:48
Blimey, how much filler stop on your bonnet? You must have had a LOT of stone chips!

Looking forward to seeing it painted. Are you staying the same colour? Im interested as its the same colour as mine, so would love to see it in the blue! Guess your changing though judging by the lengths you are going to on the prep of the respray.

Spook,  nice pictures, buddy. Have to admit, the kit does look quite different when its not on the show vehicle. Looks like a great job though, very sleek. Quite kind Veilside-esque (not the Veilside MR2 kits, but their older style kits for Supras, FD3s etc).

Andy
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Post by: Liz on August 3, 2008, 15:09
If you go back a few posts it says that Mel is changing the colour on the car completely...we are all in suspense about it!
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on August 3, 2008, 20:52
I love the black two's, side skirits are awesome, sorry, hate the fron and back. Had considered buying this kit, not now.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: TJK on August 4, 2008, 10:12
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f38/spook050/MR2-2.jpg)

(http://www.jdltuning.com/gallery/toyota/610/1_540.jpg)



I think it works much better on lighter cars, the black paint seems to hide all the intricacies of the front and back bumpers.
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Post by: uktotty on August 4, 2008, 10:35
Would agree with that, the lighter colours seem to show all the lines so much better
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Post by: evileye_wrx on August 4, 2008, 10:49
Of course photo's don't always tell the full story. I bet it looks a lot better in the flesh. Now where've I heard that before?

Phil
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Post by: uktotty on August 4, 2008, 11:01
Quote from: "evileye_xc"Of course photo's don't always tell the full story. I bet it looks a lot better in the flesh. Now where've I heard that before?

Phil
Was it on your DatingDirect Profile???
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: evileye_wrx on August 4, 2008, 11:15
Unlike some I don't need to find a woman by mail order   s:D :D s:D  

Back on topic I think

Phil
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: DannyN on August 4, 2008, 12:38
(http://www.bikersoracle.com/cbr600/forum/images/smilies/lol.gif) (http://www.bikersoracle.com/cbr600/forum/images/smilies/lol.gif) (http://www.bikersoracle.com/cbr600/forum/images/smilies/lol.gif)
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e362/Two-StrokeTart/Smilies/roflbig.gif)
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Post by: Steven Velocity on August 4, 2008, 16:21
Quote from: "TJK"(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f38/spook050/MR2-2.jpg)

(http://www.jdltuning.com/gallery/toyota/610/1_540.jpg)



I think it works much better on lighter cars, the black paint seems to hide all the intricacies of the front and back bumpers.

I have to agree. When I get this kit (I'll be organising an international GB as soon as get all the details hammered out) I'll have to change my cay from the fastesr color (black) to the 2nd fastest color (silver). I'll take a 2 hp hit because of the color change   s:wink: :wink: s:wink:  but all in the name of beauty.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: loadswine on August 5, 2008, 00:05
I've just seen some pics of this kit done in red and that looks very nice as well.
One thing that I've noticed, and tell me if this isn't a problem ,is the low clearance at the front. Speed humps in our roads might be a bit of a hazard with this kit, or maybe that's just the way it appears in the pics I've seen.
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Post by: onion86 on August 5, 2008, 00:35
Quote from: "loadswine"One thing that I've noticed, and tell me if this isn't a problem ,is the low clearance at the front. Speed humps in our roads might be a bit of a hazard with this kit, or maybe that's just the way it appears in the pics I've seen.

Def looks that way to me too.

I'll have to agree with nelix here on the front and back. The back I didn't like even on the silver car, and imho from the angle of the first photo it looks like ur 2 has smashed in to a wall and squished, like when a cartoon character gets hit by a frying pan and has a flat face  s:lol: :lol: s:lol:  On the plus side, it looks very shiny and new and I just love black  s:) :) s:)

Eagerly awaiting Mel's new colour  s:D :D s:D  If I ever got a 2 in a colour I didn't like in the future a white respray would def be on the cards for me.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on August 5, 2008, 00:43
I live in an estate where I have to clear 5 speed bumps before my house, each of varying size, some bigger than others and I have no problem clearing any of them.  However .... my car is not in any way lowered and I intend to keep it that way unless I ever buy a house at the start of the estate  s:P :P s:P

I agree with above posts about it probably looking better in lighter colours altho it isnt quite as bad as what them pictures I have taken make out.

All in all, very nice kit if you have a professional to fit it, but you definately need someone with alot of patience and someone who knows what they are doing.  My Side Skirts alone took 2 and a half days to modify and fit correctly.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Andy_Foz on August 5, 2008, 17:31
Quote from: "loadswine"I've just seen some pics of this kit done in red and that looks very nice as well.
One thing that I've noticed, and tell me if this isn't a problem ,is the low clearance at the front. Speed humps in our roads might be a bit of a hazard with this kit, or maybe that's just the way it appears in the pics I've seen.

Any chance you could copy and paste the links, buddy?

Andy
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: loadswine on August 5, 2008, 21:23
I'm sorry Andy, club rules don't allow me to do that, as the pics are on an ebay ad, but you can have a look under mr2 roadster and you'll see the one I meant. This particular one doesn't have the side skirts of the JDL kit though, which is a little unusual, but its interesting to see anyway.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Andy_Foz on August 6, 2008, 05:40
Quote from: "loadswine"I'm sorry Andy, club rules don't allow me to do that, as the pics are on an ebay ad, but you can have a look under mr2 roadster and you'll see the one I meant. This particular one doesn't have the side skirts of the JDL kit though, which is a little unusual, but its interesting to see anyway.

Corr, I really dont get some of these rules? Rules are rules though, so thats okay, mate. Thank you though, done what you said and found the pics. You are right, it does look better on a lighter car. In fact, I really like it in red. I do wonder if my dark blue colour would be too dark for this kit. Might just hold out for a standard TRD kit instead I think!

Andy
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Post by: heathstimpson on August 6, 2008, 08:17
Now that does look nice in silver; getting tempted myself  s8) 8) s8)
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: onion86 on August 6, 2008, 09:37
Quote from: "Andy_Foz"
Quote from: "loadswine"I'm sorry Andy, club rules don't allow me to do that, as the pics are on an ebay ad, but you can have a look under mr2 roadster and you'll see the one I meant. This particular one doesn't have the side skirts of the JDL kit though, which is a little unusual, but its interesting to see anyway.

Corr, I really dont get some of these rules? Rules are rules though, so thats okay, mate. Thank you though, done what you said and found the pics. You are right, it does look better on a lighter car. In fact, I really like it in red. I do wonder if my dark blue colour would be too dark for this kit. Might just hold out for a standard TRD kit instead I think!

Andy

The front does look nice on it, I love the 'custom built rear spoiler' that looks very familiar to me...
Front does look a bit lower than the sides which isn't great, but does look nice on red.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on August 7, 2008, 15:43
Remember that the quality is bad and you will easily get it cracked.

Always keep that in mind before buying.

I'm a buyer and I know.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on August 14, 2008, 12:03
really haven't had time to fit the kit yet, but might have a go - unsure whether to prep the skyline or the 2.  Anyways, the JDL car is lowered by about 40mm and also has a front splitter. The kit without the splitter isn't so low and should clear speedbumps fine.    As mentioned, the finish on these kits is pretty poor, elasticity - well there isn't much at all but then it is a cheap kit.  Colour wise, mines in blue which i'm not really sure would go with the kit. gonna try it and if i dont like the result then it'll be re-spreayed another colour - possibly pearl white.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on August 14, 2008, 12:09
my 2 cents on the black car with the kit - change the wheels.  Different wheels, possibly bigger or lighter colour would make the kit stand out more and totally change the appearance - Shoes make the man!
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: onion86 on August 14, 2008, 13:00
Quote from: "princegary"my 2 cents on the black car with the kit - change the wheels.  Different wheels, possibly bigger or lighter colour would make the kit stand out more and totally change the appearance - Shoes make the man!

Can't fault the wheels, but then I might be slightly biased  s:) :) s:)

Love the yellow callipers. I still don't know what colour to do mine. They're black at the moment but I want to match them to the interior, trouble's new interior got me thinking I want to spruse mine up a bit too, also match them to the new LEDs I decide to put in the dash  s:D :D s:D

I do like my quote "stealth black look" though.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Ilogik on August 15, 2008, 09:43
Problem with black it looks great clean but you can't see small details in the bodywork as well. It probably looks 100% better in the flesh. I like the rear and sides but not 100% in the front, it looks like the nosecone sits really short. The other good thing about having it in silver, you can paint the middle section of the rear bumper black.
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Post by: chalced on August 15, 2008, 18:24
And the winning colur is..................

                                                           Burgundy Red

(After my favourite wine...lol)

The piccys are straight from getting it from the garage. It still needs a good clean, but was advised not to do anything for a week to let it 'settle'.


(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/mr2side.jpg)


(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/mr2side2.jpg)


(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/mr2front.jpg)


(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/mr2rear2.jpg)


(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/mr2back.jpg)



I will take a few better photys in a better setting next weekend.

As for the kit.....Well the chap at the bodyshop didnt like fitting it one bit. Said it wasnt very well made, the fibreglass needed an awful lot of work to get it to fit the vehicle and generally not a very good kit (from a fitters point of view) at all!!
Still, I am very pleased with the results.
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Post by: Anonymous on August 15, 2008, 18:33
That colour is absolutely beautiful, nice one  s8) 8) s8)


Please don't tell me that's blue mesh in the back though? Looks awful!

*EDIT* I guess it is as the calipers are the same colour. Sorry, but they clash something horrid and ruin what is such a truly great colour. IMHO, obviously.  s;) ;) s;)
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Liz on August 15, 2008, 19:52
+1 what Dan said, I always said that it would look good in Burgundy (remember to update your V5) and I was right,  stonkingly good colour!
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Andy_Foz on August 15, 2008, 20:50
Nice colour. What is it? I painted my old wide arched RX7 in a very similar Mitsubishi colour. Looks nice! Not sure on the mesh, just needs a few finishing touches, but Im sure you will get round to them. Oh, and new wheels!

Andy
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: chalced on August 15, 2008, 21:14
The colour is an Opel dark red...not sure of the RAL number, but will post it later for those interested.
The blue mesh (yes it is Dan) actually looks a lot better in real life. The photo's dont really do it justice. Its also on the front, but you cant see it on those pics.
Calipers will be re-painted different colour when I have time.
Personally I quite like the wheels!
There are a few 'tweeks' that still need to be done to parts of the car in order to get it looking just as I want, but they will have to wait till I have more time.
Gonna think about engine tweeks for next year. Maybe re-bore and new cams but dont really know enough about engines to see what gains can be made going this route instead of going the turbo/supercharger route (which seems a bit expensive for the gains!).
Glad you all like the colour...It has turned out much better than I had hoped.

Mel.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: northernalex on August 16, 2008, 12:31
Found another pic of the new colour  s:) :) s:)

(http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/news/messenger/wp-content/uploads/2006/12/la_legende_de_ron_burgundy_presentateur_vedette_0.jpg)
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: chalced on August 16, 2008, 15:29
Hey......I've got a double........  s:? :? s:?    s:roll: :roll: s:roll:
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: chalced on August 24, 2008, 19:38
Heres a coupla more photys from todays show.....
After polishing the car have found a few problems with the respray that I never noticed before....So back to the bodyshop next week...    s:roll: :roll: s:roll:  

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/show2.jpg)


(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/show1.jpg)
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on September 1, 2008, 16:29
Wow, that last photo looks amazing !!!

I'm going to post some photos soon with mine fitted.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: uktotty on September 1, 2008, 16:44
Great colour mate, not sure about the old intakes, even as an owner with diff coloured intakes!
So what issues are you facing with the paint job??
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: Anonymous on September 8, 2008, 19:38
(http://www.codepress.gr/temp/sideSkirts.jpg)
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: onion86 on September 16, 2008, 10:10
Quote from: "chalced"Heres a coupla more photys from todays show.....
After polishing the car have found a few problems with the respray that I never noticed before....So back to the bodyshop next week...    s:roll: :roll: s:roll:  

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/show2.jpg)


(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x75/chalced/show1.jpg)

I like very much, great colour. Def could do with some burgandy facelift side vents though. Front's still too flat for my liking, but that's just the 2 for you, I'm starting to get used to it.

The first photo looks like you're engine cover is twice the length with the spoiler.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: chalced on October 10, 2008, 17:14
Hi guys....back from overseas for a while again...

Garage is playing up over the issues.....didnt take the devs key inserts out when respraying (so bit of blue behind). Didnt do inside of petrol flap. Slight (but noticeable) difference in colour on kit to rest of bodywork. Missed a bit on the inside of the doors. Plus a few other minor things.
Looks like I am going to have to go the legal route to get it sorted as they dont want to know now!

Clearance is very low I have to  sloooowww right down for speed humps and have clipped one already, and the cars standard height!

Might look at silver facelift vents instead of those pre ones....thoughts???

Mel.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: heathstimpson on October 10, 2008, 17:38
Unfortunately Mel you always get a slight difference in colour between the metal panels and plastic bumpers etc because of the difference finishes achieved on different materials.
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: custardavenger on October 26, 2008, 19:30
Darn. I finally find a kit I like and it seems everyone and his dogs getting one. It's my own fault, I should stick to performance.

Love the look of the kit. Had an idea to change the rear end. Look forward to seeing it in the paint.

BTW I e-mailed JDL as the full kit pictured says it does not come with the Diffuser it is pictured with but they don't sell it as a seperate item.
They said that if you buy the full kit they will supply it FREE. Have lost the e-mail though as it was in my junk folder. Oops
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: uktotty on October 26, 2008, 19:39
Rob

I thought someone had bought this kit before, when you text me, but its still a cool kit, just not sure about the arse end.
So did you buy it then?
Title: Re: Kit spotted on ebay, anyone got one?
Post by: custardavenger on October 26, 2008, 19:46
No gonna stick to the original plan for the moment. Will wait till I see one for real. I don't like the rear end as they sell it but me being me I have a plan to modify it. lol. Would be a big thing to fit it though as would want to get a full respray, new headlights, big spoiler and some better wheels. Also maybe my original exhaust idea might resurface.
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