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Old May 27, 2007 | 10:05 PM
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Default RAWKBOX - feedback, please.

I finally took some pics of my xB, and I'd like some feedback on what I can do to improve it, or if I should leave it be for a while:




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Old May 27, 2007 | 10:24 PM
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clear the headlights, looks good
Old May 27, 2007 | 10:35 PM
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Looks nice, what drop is on there?
Old May 27, 2007 | 10:41 PM
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DF210s, 2.2" :-D
Old May 27, 2007 | 10:45 PM
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Cool I got the same wheels and been wondering how low you can go without rubbing. I vote to black out the headlights so the black grill will kinda blend across the front. I also like the painted wing instead of carbon.
Old May 28, 2007 | 12:32 AM
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Looks nice! I think the Sonar projector headlights would look good on there.
Old May 28, 2007 | 03:56 AM
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Lookin great man! The tails and grill set it off!
Old May 28, 2007 | 06:10 AM
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thanks dude, i'm seriously thinking about some bBist sonar projectors now. I'm also adding a black star graphic to assist in the whole continuation theme now.
Old May 28, 2007 | 01:18 PM
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get rid of the wiper
Old May 29, 2007 | 12:08 AM
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I might shave the wiper, but I'm not too keen on having a switch in my car with no function.

E'Sams, OTG spacers and (maybe) those bBist projectors, and I'll call it a day.
Old May 29, 2007 | 01:10 AM
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what size are those tires? 195/50? i like the stretch but i dont like the wheelgap it leaves. other than that looks awesome.
Old May 29, 2007 | 01:16 AM
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that wing looks like a bit much in the first pic, but it could just be the angle. I agree that the wheel gap is screwin up ur stance
Old May 29, 2007 | 02:45 AM
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Looks good to me! I suppose you might drop it a bit more or put taller tires on it to take care of that gap. If you don't like having a switch with no function, think of something else to wire up and take off that rear wiper!

Someone here on SL inverted their rear squirter. That's not really an option with your wing, but you could maybe re-plumb it so it squirted straight back. Might be a good way to discourage tailgaters or to encourage road rage.
Old May 29, 2007 | 03:15 AM
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dude, looks nice, clean and simple,

is that the bBist, type II wing? how's the fitment, and did it cover the stock wing holes?
Old May 29, 2007 | 03:18 AM
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your set up is great. I love the bbist type2 wing. Just one question; how much did it cost to get the wing painted? Curious due to consideration of purchasing the same wing but split between cf or painted fg
Old May 29, 2007 | 03:21 AM
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No projectors, they are all crappy quality. Just clear the amber and maybe some HID's.

The black grille looks good. Had that look for a few months but decided that stock looked best for me.
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Yes, those are 195/50 Falken Ziex meats. I usually ride with two or three other guys in the car, so I got a more narrow tire. Trust me, I would've gone with 205s, but I don't want to rub either.

Yes, this is the bBist type II wing. It covers up the factory holes and is a quick install. It ran me a little over a bill to get mine painted.
Old May 31, 2007 | 03:21 AM
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good work bro bcp represent i always wanted to know what mine would look like with that type 2 wing
here is a pic of my box
Old May 31, 2007 | 04:20 AM
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Default ..Nice BOX...

E-Sam vent shades on the windows,


Exhaust tip, CABIN AIR FILTER and
a clear bug deflector.
Old Jun 1, 2007 | 04:44 AM
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Originally Posted by jpauletteUSAF
Yes, those are 195/50 Falken Ziex meats. I usually ride with two or three other guys in the car, so I got a more narrow tire. Trust me, I would've gone with 205s, but I don't want to rub either.

Yes, this is the bBist type II wing. It covers up the factory holes and is a quick install. It ran me a little over a bill to get mine painted.
yeah 205's would rub bad with tanabes. i had those on mine and i finally went with what you got, 195/50's. like i said, i didnt like the gap, but i only had to deal with it for a week or so before i put it on air.



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