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Old Jan 24, 2006 | 11:06 PM
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Old Jan 24, 2006 | 11:21 PM
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a little too Mini-trucking bling bling for me. I have a local company thats using my car to mock up an engine bay cover and will do it in stock colors so it looks OEM and not so bright. looks like a cool product though. sorry i dont know who makes this one, i wish i could help ya out more dajap.

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Old Jan 24, 2006 | 11:21 PM
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i want one
Old Jan 24, 2006 | 11:39 PM
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looks custom.
Old Jan 24, 2006 | 11:50 PM
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Chris,

that owner got it custom made. i think the creators
make stuff for antique/old school rides. the guy who owns
the camo told the guy to make more cause it may be a hit.

pretty pricey. it think it was $600-700.
i'll try to find his SL name bro.
Old Jan 24, 2006 | 11:54 PM
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the Scion emblem was sandblasted as well.
it's pretty tight and bling. puts in on for shows only.



Old Jan 24, 2006 | 11:57 PM
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i've been reading this forum for two years and never registered until tonight.
that picture is of my 04 camo xb taken at scion exposed 2.0 this past weekend,
in Miami . these covers are the work of my sponsor.
i'm not sure if i can post his website here or not. you can pm me if necessary.
i'm received a few inquiries about them. will gladly point you in the right direction.
these covers are made from polished and brushed stainless steel. easy to install
with a few minor mods .
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haha finally!
Old Jan 25, 2006 | 12:10 AM
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i have a few other mods on the interior. stainless steel door panel kickplate ,
door panel inserts and door sill covers. alum diamondplate floor mats. my mats are powder coated black with the diamonds buffed for effect. all of these can be powder coated in a variety colors. will put up a few pics soon.
Old Jan 25, 2006 | 12:14 AM
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damn.
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I'm really feeling the flow of these panels, I wouldn't get them polished, I would probably color match or paint black like mercedez and lexus etc etc. More pictures would be greatly appreciated.
Old Jan 25, 2006 | 03:54 AM
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those are bada$$..nice CM XB
Old Jan 25, 2006 | 04:00 AM
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If all that was $600 it would be a steal. Looks incredible, like a concept car...
Old Jan 25, 2006 | 06:56 AM
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600.00? thats a sheet load. i want one of these but in plain oem looking black plastic.
Old Jan 25, 2006 | 08:19 AM
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I would love to throw my name in to get a set up... I have been dying to do something that hides the wires for some time... have you noticed any difference in engine temp or anything else?
Old Jan 25, 2006 | 09:23 AM
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recently went to Miami for scion exposed. 300 mi one way, cruising at 80 mph with no problems at all. no over heating issues.
Old Jan 25, 2006 | 01:06 PM
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damn that is soo hot, geez, nice work with that
Old Jan 31, 2006 | 02:23 PM
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very sweet. would love to see the door panels though and more pics of the engine bay. thanks
Old Jan 31, 2006 | 10:08 PM
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here are a few shots of inside and out.






http://photobucket.com/albums/e223/papalu/
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THEY are dam nice i just e mailed to get mine at sales@americancarcraft.com here are some of the prices
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>>> Stainless Hood Panel $179.95

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>>> Stainless Upper Hood Cap $129.95

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>>> Stainless False Firewall $149.95

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>>> Stainless Inner Fender Covers $199.95

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>>> Stainless Engine Shroud $119.95

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>>> 3-pc Stainless Header Plate $249.95



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