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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 12:14 AM
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Does my a@# look small?

I really am happy with my car's progress, but I'm not sure about the rear from a side profile. I'm not sold on the Mugen or JDP rear lip/diffuser and really wish there were other under spoiler options.

Am I being picky or does the rear look like it needs a little something to lower/beef it up visually? Ideas?

 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 12:18 AM
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It looks like a pert little ass, nothing wrong with that.
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 12:55 AM
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Maybe you could hang some bull testicle ornaments from the tow hook for added style... I kid, I kid...
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 12:56 AM
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i agree with u here. i feel the same way. i find that the choices for the rear is so limited. in fact, i can only think of two: mugen and jdp. its strange that 2009-2013 all share the same rear bumper, yet it has the least options.

only thing to do to open up choices is to do the jdm conversion for the rear bumper. =(
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 01:20 AM
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hmmm maybe mud flaps? rally armor
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 01:33 AM
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Wish this was an option...good mix of sport and subtle:



Guess I could start a groupbuy with JDP, but it's a pain in the arse getting people to put their $ where their mouth is...no pun intended.
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 01:34 AM
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Maybe a diffuser and a staggered wheel set-up?
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 01:46 AM
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That A** looks pretty good to me along with the rest of the whole car.
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 02:46 AM
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looks perfect IMO.
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 02:51 AM
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Car looks good on the rpf1's! I personally hate the USDM rear bumper it has a huge gap where the back of the tire is. The JDM rear bumpers look so much better as it sits closer to the tire and gives us more options for rear lips/diffusers.
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 02:58 AM
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It keeps looking better man, clean and simple was definitely the way to go. I'd vote Mugen spoiler because the chrome would flow well with the wheels, but exhaust tip clearance might be an issue, so you might be stuck with only the choice of JDP. Then again, if you are undecided and don't really care for either, leaving it stock is always the way to go because it still looks good now with the emphasis being on just the exhaust tip in that area. But yeah, dat J's diffuser...
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:05 AM
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^^Almost any exhaust will work with Mugen rear if you take the time to modify it. I made mine work just fine lol!

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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:12 AM
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Thanks all.

I know the Mugen would solve the height problem and look "nice" but it's a little too much with the fake dual exhaust and plastic chrome trim and all...

Vanct, couldn't agree more: clean and simple. It's like having a new car now that I have all that cheap crap taken off, and have narrowed my build down to a few quality parts. I love having a more conservative/adult looking car now...which is partially why the Mugen lip just doesn't seem right.
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:18 AM
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The chrome trim is actually metal on both sides, I found out the hard way. The outside is polished chrome and the inside is painted black.
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:23 AM
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hmmmm......
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:26 AM
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Damn it! Found this:



Guess even the Mugen won't close the discrepancy between the side and rear height.
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:27 AM
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I thought the same thing when I took it apart to cut it and make the exhaust fit. Wasn't expecting to bust out the air tools. Upon further inspection I could see why the lip was worth every penny.

It will be easier to modify before installing the lip. I had the lip on the car and then I got my exhaust.
 
Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:31 AM
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Depends on angle I guess. Can't find a good side profile of my car.

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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:33 AM
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Keep in mind you are lowered compared to that pic. Look up mr.phillip on here for a good example. His black GE is awesome.
 
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Sexy as Fawk



 



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