mike_m's Gen 4 GT-S

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Re: mike_m's Gen 4 GT-S

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If you have solid engine mounts, those damper kits are a total waste of money.
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No still running the standard mounts at the moment.

I was interested in feeling the difference between a torque dampner and upgraded engine mounts.

So far the virbration is noticeable at idle.... Haven't had a chance to take it for a spin yet.
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I would think if you want to better dampning you would change the OEM strut bar off trans to chassis mount. Prothane motor mounts or inserts should be first mod though.
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Decided to get rid of the air walker front.

Sadly the fitment wasn't perfect which was disappointing.

So I decided to go back to the original bumper with a daie-motors carbon lip.

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man i hope your driveway is flat! that lip is low! what you doing with the airwalker front?
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It's just going into the shed at this stage
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That looks much better than the AirWalker imo. Where did you get the lip and how much did it cost? Pm me if you prefer :)
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The airwalker fitment didnt look bad to me! If you ever decide to sell it I might be keen, provided I get my damn car running again!
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daie-motors lip looks mint
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TVIS wrote:That looks much better than the AirWalker imo. Where did you get the lip and how much did it cost? Pm me if you prefer :)
Bought it from rhdjapan.

Paid about 800 for it I think.
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Finally on.. Just need to put my fog lights back in..

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Having a bit if trouble getting it out my driveway though.. :(
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I know its carbon fibre, but would you consider painting it white to make it blend with the look and line for fitment?
Nice looking kit though
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flying_wedge wrote:I know its carbon fibre, but would you consider painting it white to make it blend with the look and line for fitment?
Nice looking kit though
Yea I have considered it.

Still a little unsure if I like it altogether at the moment though.
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Post by Mike n Rochelle »

Would be worth photoshopping it white in those pics, it might help you decide and you wont end up destroying it if you don't like it :lol:
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Easier to just plastidip/vinyl coat it if unsure. Can always peel off if you don't like it, and you get extra protection from the layer anywhoo
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