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I got the one from dp_spec on e-bay for the same price, came without the lip on top.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/360948026894...84.m1497.l2649
 

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As it turns out, there is no listing for the original spoiler anymore...
 
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Originally Posted by cornetnut
I got the one from dp_spec on e-bay for the same price, came without the lip on top.

For 99 00 Honda Civic EK T R Poly Urethane PU Front Bumper Lip Spoiler Body Kit | eBay
Put it on my watch list! Thanks!
 
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Cornetnut:

I did not cut the $5.00 lip I bought. I used the flange where some cut it off. Mine fit very well. I also did not paint the one I have. I cleaned it good and used a plastic preserver. My car is black and I liked the contrast I got just by using the preserver. I also ran it at 105mph for 30 min. to make sure that I had no breakage or loosening of the mounting.

Oh, the SRT6 already has a lip!.
I'm sure what ever you do will turn out fine, just look at it from all angles before you cut it.
 
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Old 07-04-2014, 05:16 AM
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Srt6 does already have a lip but u can add the $5 too. But has to be custom fit. I have it on mine.
 
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Originally Posted by austinbarrylee
Srt6 does already have a lip but u can add the $5 too. But has to be custom fit. I have it on mine.
that actually looks pretty good
 
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Good job looks good.
 
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This. Is. Perfect.


I remembered this thread from back when Mrmiata first posted it and, as luck would have it, I now have a need for this. Yes, not just a want, but a need! You see, I just acquired a 2004 Coupe in SSB and the previous owner did some curb kissing with the front end. It's pretty bad. But this lip spoiler will cover all the damage!! I was debating between trying to repair the damage myself or just get the whole front bumper painted, but since this will cover the damage it's a helluva lot cheaper than having the bumper resprayed. $32 shipped and, since the seller is nearby, I'll have by the end of the week.

Now to order some matching SSB paint from automotivetouchup.com, do a test fit, cut the "V", make sure it's all lined up - then paint it! A little 3000 grit wetsanding after the paint dries, buff it out, and bingo! All in I'll probably spend $85!!

A huge thank you to Mrmiata, dtinker and others who shared their experience with this piece.

As for my 2005 Aero Blue Roadster, it's had the Cupra R (little phat lip) on for a few years now, and it's staying. This will give unique personalities to both of my Crossfires - I love it!!!
 
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Originally Posted by Mike-in-Orange
This. Is. Perfect.


I remembered this thread from back when Mrmiata first posted it and, as luck would have it, I now have a need for this. Yes, not just a want, but a need! You see, I just acquired a 2004 Coupe in SSB and the previous owner did some curb kissing with the front end. It's pretty bad. But this lip spoiler will cover all the damage!! I was debating between trying to repair the damage myself or just get the whole front bumper painted, but since this will cover the damage it's a helluva lot cheaper than having the bumper resprayed. $32 shipped and, since the seller is nearby, I'll have by the end of the week.

Now to order some matching SSB paint from automotivetouchup.com, do a test fit, cut the "V", make sure it's all lined up - then paint it! A little 3000 grit wetsanding after the paint dries, buff it out, and bingo! All in I'll probably spend $85!!

A huge thank you to Mrmiata, dtinker and others who shared their experience with this piece.

As for my 2005 Aero Blue Roadster, it's had the Cupra R (little phat lip) on for a few years now, and it's staying. This will give unique personalities to both of my Crossfires - I love it!!!


Just had to chime in.. Cupra R is in the living room waiting to go on my newest roadster.. LOL. Just for the same reasoning as yours in the unique personalities department.
 
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Originally Posted by cornetnut
I got the one from dp_spec on e-bay for the same price, came without the lip on top.

For 99 00 Honda Civic EK T R Poly Urethane PU Front Bumper Lip Spoiler Body Kit | eBay

now this looks like fun! since i just started painting stuff, i have an itch to do more. thanks for this link, i just purchased and will update my progress.
 
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finished my lip last week and it turned out good, not great

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straight out from the box, it's much small in size. don't worry once you warp it with the heat gun, it'll mold to the trim (also good for me since this mod covers up a couple of paint chips in the bottom of my bumper)

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cut a "V" to help bend. careful when bending, the rip increased a bit that almost reached to the front of the visible lip

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sample held up by my bondo friends

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i started on the sides. i don't know how you guys cleared this but i had to remove my wheel in order to gain leverage. the screw was longer than the length of the bumper to the front of my tire. (in this picture it's lifted but once it's down the clearance was only like 1"-2"

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once i had my reference screws in, i took the lip out

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i worked my way around. drilled about 4 screws in the middle and towards the side and it fell in place pretty good.

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had my paint can friends help me out as i warped it with the heat gun


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finished. notice i didnt mention 3m double sided tape. i had some, tried to put it, but the resistance on the corners of the lip was so intense that the tape drooped. and the lip bevel was so short that the tape was exposed so i just did my best with the heat gun and added two more screws at the furthest part of the tab (the bottom area where the V was cut). the downside of this is that there is a little gap that you can see when standing right above it. i didn't mind and it looked more stable with two more screws in place.

Overall, it was a fun job and took my about 2 hours just because i was alone. i was going to paint it but it has a glossy finish already and once you throw on a mother's back to black coat, it shined very similar to the body. thanks for the info on this and making the crossfire even more unique!
 
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Here is the other style (same year series) looks on a car... That top flange notched to fit


 

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I dont see how this is appealing.. it make it look lower so....?
I don't see how it could improve aero or do anything positive
except for lower your ground clearance..

I mean it doesn't look bad, but am I missing something with functionality??
 
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