Sline carbon front lip! Avaiable in non carbon as well!

[NoR32]

MassDrop has thrown down a great buy on a Carbon lip!

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/audi-b8-a4-front-spoiler-lip?s=Audi

[Joker S4]

I took a look at this. Doesn't seem horrible, but still taking a gamble. Carbon Fiber is +$80 but is appears to be only if a group buy quota is reached. I'll pass for now.

[NoR32]

I physically did the test for and install on these. I did both Sline and non Sline. The fit is spot on. I have some more pics I can post of the cars too.


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[MakeYourLuck]

It looks good in the pic.

[shaunm82]

I physically did the test for and install on these. I did both Sline and non Sline. The fit is spot on. I have some more pics I can post of the cars too.


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I'd throw the pics up NoR32, might help with people that are on the fence to see the actually pieces, on the car~


Maybe throw some up on the A4 thread as well?

[NoR32]

Will do i have a busy day so... Soon hah


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[ENV²]

Looks like the Deval. Does it fit our cars?

I have a small hole in mine from this shitbox winter. I am wondering if this may be the better option instead of fiberglass repair and painting it black

[MakeYourLuck]

I'm interested too. It's a much cheaper alternative to the insanity expensive deval lip

[shaunm82]

Looks like the Deval. Does it fit our cars?

I have a small hole in mine from this shitbox winter. I am wondering if this may be the better option instead of fiberglass repair and painting it black

NoR32 had both an Sline, and Non-Sline version of this, as he setup the groupbuy. He had a couple members both buy them off of him I believe, and they both agreed that the fit was great. Hopefully he can post some pics soon of both!

[infinkc]

NoR32 had both an Sline, and Non-Sline version of this, as he setup the groupbuy. He had a couple members both buy them off of him I believe, and they both agreed that the fit was great. Hopefully he can post some pics soon of both!

would love to see others pics, i may jump on this as my front splitter is all messed up cause i ran over a snowboard.

[amz]

Is it real cf or just a 3m wrap?


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[shaunm82]

He has a couple pics of the CF piece in the Massdrop thread in the A4 forums, one on page 3 and another on 5. Not sure on that question though, as he was the one in contact with the supplier.

[shaunm82]

would love to see others pics, i may jump on this as my front splitter is all messed up cause i ran over a snowboard.
From the looks of that video, it looked like the snowboard was trying to attack you anyways! This might be the perfect solution though!

[JMUNFORD]

I would be interested in this would like to see more pics

[dtoobin]

I have it installed and it's pretty nice. I have an s line

[dtoobin]

here you go guys...got the go ahead from chase

excuse the parking as there were a ton of bees in those bushes lol

http://i.imgur.com/R0CaH5n.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/WkAQXCB.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/IxrpPTg.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/qA8a1A1.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/pAEOkz0.jpg

[MakeYourLuck]

Which bumper is this considered? S-line?

[dtoobin]

Which bumper is this considered? S-line?


yep. im pretty sure its the same with your guys' s4's.

[NoR32]

Yea it's Sline the same as s4 real carbon no wrap


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[NoR32]

Like the stvbek


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[ENV²]

Ok Im in if it drops to lowest price. Already committed. S line CF.

Lets get it guys!

[Joker S4]

I'm in. Ordered/reserved. Why not?

[NoR32]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/28/175987b3fbed24036c470347df811482.jpghttp://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/28/f29d1ba94e665af4e24c6e63f1356cb6.jpghttp://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/28/5aecb52578d823b034865aabe22dc9e3.jpg


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[bermudakid]

Awesome deal! We need ~ 10 more

[Gkit19986]

How much is it?

[NoR32]

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/audi-b8-a4-front-spoiler-lip?s=Audi


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[MakeYourLuck]

I'm in. Hope it's as nice as it looks in the pics

[NoR32]

It's even better.

If the 10 people that commuted to buy at the lowest price just purchase it now then it drops to the second price. Then maybe more people would be inclined to purchase to get the best price.


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[jran76]

Do you have any pics from further back on the S-line/S4 bumper?

Regardless, I committed at the $189 price, and it's at 16 people now. I'll keep an eye on it over the next 5 days, and consider changing to buy if we don't hit the 25.

[dtoobin]

Do you have any pics from further back on the S-line/S4 bumper?

Regardless, I committed at the $189 price, and it's at 16 people now. I'll keep an eye on it over the next 5 days, and consider changing to buy if we don't hit the 25.

How far do you want? I can snap a few pics?

[jran76]

How far do you want? I can snap a few pics?

Just a couple that show the entire front end in the pic at a couple different angles. Thanks.

[NoR32]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/29/d2ad60f1fe9ec0bceac2bca75b42d31d.jpghttp://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/29/1c372f3fe8e99fa16071fe4b2a24353c.jpg


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[jran76]

Thanks guys.

[mpv314]

In, going to purchase and buy in the next 2 days. Just need to transfer funds. Would this also fit an S5? My friend has one and is interested in a group buy (Don't even have an S4 yet lol)

[Tasho3]

Just committed to buy as well. It's at 20 now.

[NoR32]

No to answer the a5 s5


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[jran76]

In, going to purchase and buy in the next 2 days. Just need to transfer funds. Would this also fit an S5? My friend has one and is interested in a group buy (Don't even have an S4 yet lol)

No S5. Only 2009-2012 A4/S4 (B8 pre-facelift).

[mpv314]

Just comitted

[Joker S4]

I was 8th to commit and committed to a higher price. Does this mean the more people commit the less I will pay, or am I stuck with the price that I committed to? I cant' seem to find any details on this. Either way, it's worth it to me to see how it fits.

[mpv314]

What I read was that if it gets to 25 you'll pay at a lower price

[Joker S4]

What I read was that if it gets to 25 you'll pay at a lower price

That's what I thought I read too, but couldn't go back and find it again. Thanks. Hopefully it gets there. I think it's close.

[NoR32]

How it works. If you purchase at first price and then it drops to lowest price you will be credited the money back at end of gb. It is an awesome system they set up. I remember when I did the RS grille for the first time with PhatAvant I ended up buying 6 of them so the price would drop. Haha but I didn't need to because 180 pieces were sold.

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[mpv314]

Wow. I'm going to add this website to my favorites.


How it works. If you purchase at first price and then it drops to lowest price you will be credited the money back at end of gb. It is an awesome system they set up. I remember when I did the RS grille for the first time with PhatAvant I ended up buying 6 of them so the price would drop. Haha but I didn't need to because 180 pieces were sold.

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[mpv314]

How do you check the status of how many people have committed? Also, what brand is this lip?

[mpv314]

[az]

[smetch]

just commited its at 23 out of 25 for 189 price

[NoR32]

If you look at the webpage it will have the green area and then a darker gray area of "committed" people


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[mpv314]

If you look at the webpage it will have the green area and then a darker gray area of "committed" people


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Thanks, do you know what brand this lip is?

[peekaBu]

so is this more like the Stvbek than the DTM??

Reference:

http://www.modbargains.com/DTM-Style-Carbon-Fiber-Front-Lip-B8-S4-A4-S-Line.htm

http://www.modbargains.com/Stvbek-Aero-Front-Lip-B8-S4-A4-S-Line.htm

[NoR32]

It has stvbek on it whether or not it's genuine I don't know. It looks genuine though.


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[mpv314]

How come it only says 17 committed? Will this update tomorrow during business hours? Lets get this thing everyone!!! Only 2 more people needed I believe

[nomis88]

Do the b8.5 s4 and s5 share the same front end? I'm interested in snagging this.

[peekaBu]

unfortunately, I don't think it's the same one

[infinkc]

Need 1 more for the low price! im in guys.

[RJBS4]

Committed - believe that's 25!

[mpv314]

Committed - believe that's 25!

Hell yes! Is this a 25 person minimum or can more than 25 join in on the group buy?

[RJBS4]

Hell yes! Is this a 25 person minimum or can more than 25 join in on the group buy?

More people can join! 25 minimum was needed to reach the lowest pricing.

[MaXaZoR]

Nice! 25 met! OP what's the lead time on these?

[mpv314]

Nice! 25 met! OP what's the lead time on these?

Not OP but according to the website the offer ends April 4th. After I made the order it said in the order details they'll be shipped out May 5th

[NoR32]

Once the gb is done on the 7th day everything will be processed then ordered all at once to get the best price.


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[infinkc]

Needs another price drop now :)

[FiftyFive]

Just to confirm, the s-line will fit the s4 bumper?

[dtoobin]

Just to confirm, the s-line will fit the s4 bumper?

Yep!

[Gkit19986]

Would it also fit b8.5 ?

[jran76]

Would it also fit b8.5 ?

Nope

[NoR32]

I'm working in trying to get the b8.5 in this too hopefully we can.


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[javinos]

I'm working in trying to get the b8.5 in this too hopefully we can.


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I would get one if we got the b8.5 in on it too!!!

[Deckdout2]

would love to see others pics, i may jump on this as my front splitter is all messed up cause i ran over a snowboard.

I know we have quattro and all, but you have to try to keep that thing off the slopes man! [:p]

[richardm0025]

I know we have quattro and all, but you have to try to keep that thing off the slopes man! [:p]

Made me chuckle

[KRp220]

done.

i was actually looking at a very similar spoiler on ebay just the other day, but shipping was more than the product itself so i obviously passed. nice timing on this.

OP, thanks for the post

[NoR32]

We should know about the b8.5 within the next 24hrs or less


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[booost]

In!

[Neuro]

Interested in B8.5 if it gets added.

[Mod.Kill.Yut.]

I was just about to buy the stvbek lip. Good thing I stumbled across this. I'm in


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[javinos]

Waiting for b8.5 to be included... :)

[mpv314]

Lol every single person in this section and the A4 section is going to have this lip

[dennisA4]

Is there a pic anywhere of the B8.5 version of this or something similar?
I'm looking at the front of my car scratching my head as to how a lip would work.
But I'm definitely interested.

[mpv314]

Is there a pic anywhere of the B8.5 version of this or something similar?
I'm looking at the front of my car scratching my head as to how a lip would work.
But I'm definitely interested.

It should have a similar look to the DEVAL lip, look for that

[NoR32]

When we did the RS grille we sold 180 units. Damn that was crazy. Now everyone has them including myself. Because they just look that good.


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[philsphan20]

Just signed up for the deal....excited for this!

[dubspeed22]

Plz lmk if b8.5 are in on it as I'd be interested. Thx

[KRS Aaron]

I'm really on the fence with this because of how bad the Chicago winters are. My front clip looks terrible especially at the bottom on those fins from the constant barrage of sand and my hood is a war zone from the highways. Luckily I have a great detailer and some Dr. Colorchip. Has anyone clear wrapped one of these or does anyone have insight into how well they can take a hit?

[jran76]

I'm really on the fence with this because of how bad the Chicago winters are. My front clip looks terrible especially at the bottom on those fins from the constant barrage of sand and my hood is a war zone from the highways. Luckily I have a great detailer and some Dr. Colorchip. Has anyone clear wrapped one of these or does anyone have insight into how well they can take a hit?

I obviously don't know for sure, but we're talking about a FRP part, with a layer of carbon fiber on the outside, and then some clear coat. It's not going to hold up any better than the stock bumper for sure. Some type of paint protection film will help a lot with sand, salt, and rock chips, but anything major and it's going to be more fragile (FRP/CF will crack on any big impact as it's not nearly as strong as full CF or the Poly front bumper).

[NoR32]

Guess what everybody!

Audi A4 B8 S-line
Audi A4 B8 Non S-line
Audi A4 B9 (8.5) Non S-line
Audi A5 Non S-line (2014+)
Audi A5 Non S-line (2009-2011)
Audi A5 S-line (2012+)
Audi S5 (2012+
Audi A7 S-line
Audi S7

These are available now in the gb!


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[Okan509]

SO no b8.5 s4?

[infinkc]

Guess what everybody!

Audi A4 B8 S-line
Audi A4 B8 Non S-line
Audi A4 B9 (8.5) Non S-line
Audi A5 Non S-line (2014+)
Audi A5 Non S-line (2009-2011)
Audi A5 S-line (2012+)
Audi S5 (2012+
Audi A7 S-line
Audi S7

These are available now in the gb!


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wonder why they didnt put the b8s4 as an option, makes it confusing to some that dont know its the same as the a4 sline.

[Audacious]

I'm really on the fence with this because of how bad the Chicago winters are. My front clip looks terrible especially at the bottom on those fins from the constant barrage of sand and my hood is a war zone from the highways. Luckily I have a great detailer and some Dr. Colorchip. Has anyone clear wrapped one of these or does anyone have insight into how well they can take a hit?

I plan on taking it to my 3m guy to wrap it before I put it on.

Anyone know how easy it is to uninstall in the winter?

[KRS Aaron]

I plan on taking it to my 3m guy to wrap it before I put it on.

Anyone know how easy it is to uninstall in the winter?

Good thought. I pulled the trigger anyways. This is probably going to be the last mod for a while since I'm about to pick up a Golf R for the wife.

[mpv314]

So for the S5, this is only B8.5 not B8?

[NoR32]

wonder why they didnt put the b8s4 as an option, makes it confusing to some that dont know its the same as the a4 sline.

Maybe I'll get that changed but shame on an audi owner for not knowing. Haha


I plan on taking it to my 3m guy to wrap it before I put it on.

Anyone know how easy it is to uninstall in the winter?

Taking off the bumper that's how easy[emoji6]

[https://www.massdrop.com/buy/audi-b8-a4-front-spoiler-lip


So for the S5, this is only B8.5 not B8?

Yeah I guess they have not made the mold for the b8.5 s line yet



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[UnstableOS]

nvm.....

[mpv314]

Maybe I'll get that changed but shame on an audi owner for not knowing. Haha



Taking off the bumper that's how easy[emoji6]



[https://www.massdrop.com/buy/audi-b8-a4-front-spoiler-lip



Yeah I guess they have not made the mold for the b8.5 s line yet



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So does it or does it not fit the B8 S5?

[jran76]

So does it or does it not fit the B8 S5?

There is NOT a model that fits the B8 S5 (pre-2012).

My guess is these are made by JC Sportline. You can check out their site to get an idea as to what is available.... It's not the easiest site to navigate, but it will give you a good idea. They make knockoffs of just about anything you can imagine (including stock parts like CF mirror covers, and probably 90% of the RS4 grilles you see come from them). Their stuff is usually pretty decent quality for what it is.

http://www.jcsportline.com.cn/productgrouplist-213069689/For_Audi.html

[kkS4]

Is this group buy still active? Interested in the cf front lip for a B8 S4, will this fit?

[mpv314]

Is this group buy still active? Interested in the cf front lip for a B8 S4, will this fit?

Sadly not, I think it ended 4/6/15

[10til4]

I'd be interested as well in case it is!


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[Usa]

Interested to see those of you who bought in what quality this actually turns out to be, I didn't jump on it

[jran76]

Interested to see those of you who bought in what quality this actually turns out to be, I didn't jump on it

My guess is we are still 3-4 weeks out before they start to show up. They had to finish the entire production run, then the whole lot will ship from China to NJ, and then from Massdrop in NJ to us.

If they are made by who I think, they will be decent, but we're not talking Vorsteiner quality here.... Fitment is usually good, finish quality is about as good as you can expect in a low cost FRP/CF product (even the CF ones are mostly FRP with an outer layer of CF).

This is the same company that makes most of the RS4 grilles you see, so that should give you a good idea that they do a decent job....

[NoR32]

The base model one was full cd and the sline one was from with cf but I let them know it should be all cf and was told it wouldn't be a problem. Also not to sure if they knew exactly what I meant. But fitment was good anyways.


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[MakeYourLuck]

So you think we're still a month out?...damnit man, the anticipation has been killing me for a month already haha

[NoR32]

I don't know about time frame.


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[jran76]

Maybe less than a month, but I don't know for sure. The last update said most of the order would be ready May 5th in China; the rest on May 15th. My understanding is Massdrop will not ship from China until the entire order is ready. My guess there is at least 2 weeks shipping between China and Massdrop, and then Massdrop and us. I could be off on my shipping guesses, but I think on larger bulky items like this that is close to the minimum we are dealing with.

[mpv314]

I remember reading something about the shipment details and May 5th, but can't seem to find that page again. Is this suppose to be shipped out or delivered around then?

[KRp220]

I remember reading something about the shipment details and May 5th, but can't seem to find that page again. Is this suppose to be shipped out or delivered around then?

i got an email update this morning. some Chinese vacation this week, then the first batch will ready for them to pickup mid next week. update for follow 5/13

[SubaruSTI8]

Sorry I didnt get a chance to read all the comments (stuck at work) wanted to ask a questions which probably was asked 10000x (sorry for that).

This will fit a B8 S4 correct? From what I understood it will be the A4 sling option. I am joining the group buy now... anyone know the price?

[NoR32]

The group buy is done. But yes it does fit the s4


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[roadkillrob]

Crap, wish I got in on this!

[VenturiRS]

No B8.5 love... :( I definitely would have bought one.

[mpv314]

Anyone have shipment details?

[draekin13]

Anyone have shipment details?

This is the last update provided on the 29th:

"Just a quick update on the status of the order.
The vendor told us earlier that we are at the final stage of production. Since it's the labor day long weekend in China, they are winding down operation at the moment preparing for the vacation. We can expect the first batch of the shipment to be ready for us to pick up shortly after business resumes mid next week.
Thanks for your patience and expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 5/13 ."

[mpv314]

For anyone that's interested, a member in the "AUDI A4S4RS4 B8-B8.5" group on Facebook uploaded a picture of his A4 with the Stvbek front lip. Thought it was a nice shot so I wanted to share. Actually initially thought it was the DEVAL front lip from first glance. I'm glad he corrected me.

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Misc%20Uploads/E59660E9-06CB-49CB-BD0C-72C66BFA0DB1.jpg

[Mr.Tan]

^ i saw that car while i was at Volksfest also, the front lip looked real nice. I didnt know which brand it was and was trying to figure it out.

heres a cropped picture of the front of the car that I took while i was there. (its a zoomed screen shot of the picture from my iphone, forgive the black top and bottom)


http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m206/vdubn5/Mobile%20Uploads/80CE04C3-8222-4A05-8C67-92FA65C1D502_zpsc0cfdolf.jpg (http://s105.photobucket.com/user/vdubn5/media/Mobile%20Uploads/80CE04C3-8222-4A05-8C67-92FA65C1D502_zpsc0cfdolf.jpg.html)

[MakeYourLuck]

Any new shipping details as of today?

[KRp220]

Any new shipping details as of today?

last update stated they'd have something to us by EOD PST. getting antsy too!

[UnstableOS]

Any of you get tracking info yet? This seems to be taking longer than advertised.

[MakeYourLuck]

No way bro, it's only been a month and a half ha

[draekin13]

They posted an update 3 days ago. Said they weren't happy with how they were shipped and none of them were labeled for was application they were for so they were having to repackage as they were hand sorting them. Don't think this is their fault at all at this point. I am glad they want to ensure the correct product gets to us without being damaged. There are also a few pics if you go to the page.

"Just a quick update on the lips.

So first thing first, they've arrived in our warehouse. And our warehouse guys are sorting through them.

However, we were all very surprised to find that there's absolutely no marking of the model number on the box. And it's taking us a lot longer and many back and forth phone calls to coordinate with the vendor to identify the specific model.

The packaging / cushion material used for the lip is also quite questionable as well. As depicted below. We will need to repack them with better protection before we feel comfortable enough to ship them out to everyone.

The good news is that the carbon fiber quality looks great. But just to be thorough, we'll be doing our own QC before we ship them out.

Thanks for your patience and expect an update from us by the end of the day Pacific Time on 5/22 ."

[NoR32]

That is good news I'm a little surprised I didn't get any of the news update. But I don't work for them so not that surprised.


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[jran76]

I got an email from Massdrop this morning stating mine had shipped, and they provided a UPS tracking number. I think I was the 16th person in.

[UnstableOS]

I got an email from Massdrop this morning stating mine had shipped, and they provided a UPS tracking number. I think I was the 16th person in.

Nice. I should be getting mine soon then.

[mpv314]

I believe I was the 22nd so I'm keeping my fingers crossed for soon

[mpv314]

Mine was shipped out two days ago. It says on Massdrop I was the 19th, and it's suppose to be delivered on Tuesday by the end of the day.

[03a4sport]

This drop needs to open again. Come on peeps, 72 already in.

[mpv314]

Got mine, here are some pictures

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/AC1B9AA2-6309-475F-B603-EF9B00C9E1F0.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/86097C6E-CB28-41DD-B64C-00A8DA7286FE.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/20EE71C2-228C-4AF0-A477-A3011BCBBF51_1.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/36BFCA72-A6FE-4DA5-A5BF-F7983FBC43DF.jpg

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Got mine, here are some pictures

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/AC1B9AA2-6309-475F-B603-EF9B00C9E1F0.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/86097C6E-CB28-41DD-B64C-00A8DA7286FE.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/20EE71C2-228C-4AF0-A477-A3011BCBBF51_1.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/36BFCA72-A6FE-4DA5-A5BF-F7983FBC43DF.jpg

I would have received mine today, but I'm out of town and it requires a signature. Hopefully my neighbor can catch the delivery for me. Looks good. Can't wait to get mine installed. Does it come with mounting hardware?

[phillips2024]

Wish mine would come! Haven't heard anything


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[KRp220]

just checked the tracking on mine and it is 'out for delivery'

i'll post pics when i get it

[MakeYourLuck]

Got mine yesterday and it looks pretty good. Although I'm not pumped about having to drill my own holes in the CF. Wish they drilled both sides and gelled the holes. Looks good though.

[NoR32]

Not hard use a new titanium bit and put some tape on it to help not damage it. Plus it will be hidden anyways. Also check the Massdrop thread I posted some pics I think for hardware.


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[MakeYourLuck]

Ok thanks

[infinkc]

Got mine, here are some pictures


http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy351/mpv314/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-05/20EE71C2-228C-4AF0-A477-A3011BCBBF51_1.jpg



I didnt realize that the lip doesnt cover up the center tim piece, but rater sits below it till now. All the pictures, the cars have black stock splitters which made it seem it went beyond the lip.

Anyone have a pic how it looks with the alu front splitter and this going under?

[ENV²]

Not hard use a new titanium bit and put some tape on it to help not damage it. Plus it will be hidden anyways. Also check the Massdrop thread I posted some pics I think for hardware.


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or just use a small self tapping screw. Thats what I am going to do cause I am replacing my damaged Stubek lip with this so there are already holes in my bumper

[KRp220]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/27/90cff64d52fcc701d63ee037d0735688.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/27/b7ca88a358cb6f1b342d1e135af2bb22.jpg
Just got mine- pardon the crappy pic.
Didn't realize it was stvbek....

Any other suggestions on install?


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[UnstableOS]

Got my FRP version today, well packaged.. I am a bit disappointed that I received no email with tracking and it just showed up on my doorstep. Didn't need to sign for it..

Also, am I missing something here but I don't recall if this GB was supposed to include mounting hardware? I have no mounting hardware in the box..?

[Okan509]

I didnt realize that the lip doesnt cover up the center tim piece, but rater sits below it till now. All the pictures, the cars have black stock splitters which made it seem it went beyond the lip.

Anyone have a pic how it looks with the alu front splitter and this going under?

can easily dip that piece, the alum will probably look a bit funky.

[Ptballer]

So these lips aren't predrilled as they are depicted on the massdrop listing?

https://massdrop.imgix.net/resizer/product-images/MD-6740_20150327154224_e60cc6e34ef36556.jpg?fm=jpg&q=70

[jran76]

So these lips aren't predrilled as they are depicted on the massdrop listing?

https://massdrop.imgix.net/resizer/product-images/MD-6740_20150327154224_e60cc6e34ef36556.jpg?fm=jpg&q=70

They have holes pre-drilled in the bottom as indicated in the picture, but not on the top where is mates to the front bumper. As mentioned above, you'll want to put (painter's) tape where you will drill holes and use a high quality bit on both the front lip and factory bumper. It shouldn't be a problem if you take your time and are careful.

Also as mentioned, there is no hardware included. At a minimum, you'll need 9 sets of hardware if you use all the pre-drilled locations. I haven't decided if I am going to use 3M tape (probably not since there are so many holes).

Basically I'll have something like this (in order from top to bottom):
M8 (8mm) nut (nylon locking)
M8 metal washer (should be 16mm OD)
Front bumper
CF front lip
M8 washer (should be 16mm OD, possibly nylon here to cushion against the CF lip))
M8 locking washer
8mm (M8-1.25) socket cap screw (25-30mm length)

**I'll drill something like a 12mm hole in both the lip and bumper. This will give me some "slop" to make small adjustments to the lip once installed. The pre-drilled holes on the bottom are around 24mm, so that leaves plenty of room for the 16mm OD washers.

[NoR32]

As much as I wanted to fit the bumper while it was in the car it was too hard so I just removed it.


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[KRp220]

As much as I wanted to fit the bumper while it was in the car it was too hard so I just removed it.


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would it have helped if you had a lift? i know its lame, but thinking of having my shop install it..

[NoR32]

I guess if you drilled the whole large enough for adjustable figment it would be ok. But when I decided to just do it when not installed on the car it was much easier and precise.

Mind you I did do two of them and that was the best way imo.

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[jran76]

would it have helped if you had a lift? i know its lame, but thinking of having my shop install it..

Removing the bumper is the easy part. It literally takes around 5 minutes. I don't see a lift making it that much easier.

If you don't want to do the install, I don't see any issue with having a shop do it. Nothing wrong with that if you want to save a couple hours of your life. I know it will end up taking me 4 hours to go buy the hardware and do the full install. I'm sure a shop will charge a couple hundred dollars....

[KRp220]

Removing the bumper is the easy part. It literally takes around 5 minutes. I don't see a lift making it that much easier.

If you don't want to do the install, I don't see any issue with having a shop do it. Nothing wrong with that if you want to save a couple hours of your life. I know it will end up taking me 4 hours to go buy the hardware and do the full install. I'm sure a shop will charge a couple hundred dollars....

i've taken my bumper off before and thats not the concern. i was just thinking that a lift might provide a little more room underneath the car to work, rather than taking off the bumper (at all)

[jran76]

i've taken my bumper off before and thats not the concern. i was just thinking that a lift might provide a little more room underneath the car to work, rather than taking off the bumper (at all)

I gotcha. There is just really limited room to tighten the hardware on the bumper side, and with 9 spots I just think it would be a lot easier to remove it. Even with a lift, access to the bottom inside of the bumper is really tight in some spots.

[RavinJetta]

Anybody have an installed pics yet? Still waiting to get mine in the mail

[phillips2024]

Haven't heard anything on mine. Last email said there would be an update back on 5/27. Sigh.


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[RavinJetta]

Apparently they shipped a bunch of spoilers with the wrong version in them (frp when you wanted cf etc). So they are trying to rectify that however that is probably coming at the cost of the second group of people as I am sure they will use those to fix the issue. Pretty annoying really that this whole thing got divided into two groups.

[draekin13]

I did the Reading Rainbow Kickstarter, first one I ever participated in and I will NEVER do it again. This MassDrop is turning into the EXACT same thing. Delay after delay, no updates or anyone getting info when they ask for it. Disappointing for sure.

[RavinJetta]

I have done a massdrop before for my grill and it work ok but does take a long time compared to usual purchases. This one however is dragging out longer than expected that is for sure.

[UnstableOS]

It did take longer than anticipated due to some repackaging. I'm sure it will get sorted.

Communication could definitely use improvement.

It is a quality part so, even with the extra wait, I think those of you still waiting will be satisfied.

[phillips2024]

I'm considering canceling my order at this point.

They really should have billed once shipped.


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[Audacious]

I got mine 2 days ago, CF like I requested. Not perfect (read: 9.5/10) quality but I imagine it's going to get beat up while driving anyways. I'm going to find some time to mount it this weekend hopefully. I was #7 or so to commit to purchase, if that means anything.

[UnstableOS]

I'm considering canceling my order at this point.

They really should have billed once shipped.


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If you are going to cancel, find out if you can just have your order drop-shipped to me, I will take it if it is the carbon fiber version. PM me if you want to work something out.

[KRp220]

i was looking at the front bumper last night in preparation for installing the lip... is the middle/splitter piece easily removed? what's behind it?

[infinkc]

i was looking at the front bumper last night in preparation for installing the lip... is the middle/splitter piece easily removed? what's behind it?

its not as simple as it looks, the grill has to be removed in order to get to the screws easily, which means the front bumper comes off.

[KRp220]

its not as simple as it looks, the grill has to be removed in order to get to the screws easily, which means the front bumper comes off.

ah, i suspected it wasn't easy. thanks for the reply.
whats underneath it? if i'm going to put on the lip, would it be worth removing or is it covering something else?

[jran76]

ah, i suspected it wasn't easy. thanks for the reply.
whats underneath it? if i'm going to put on the lip, would it be worth removing or is it covering something else?

You want to leave it on. The lip is made to sit flush against it.

[KRp220]

You want to leave it on. The lip is made to sit flush against it.

the term "flush" is he questionable part though

[jran76]

the term "flush" is he questionable part though

I haven't installed mine yet, but when I did the test fit, it was pretty tight against the splitter piece. If you remove it, the supports will be exposed and I don't think it will look right.

[draekin13]

Just got my tracking info from MassDrop for mine. Hope others in the second group are in the same boat.

I thought it actually wrapped around that front splitter. I plan on Plastidipping it before I install the lip, it will be a little protection on it if they do fit that snugly but mostly because I got it to finish off blacking out the car.

[AKPS4]

Anyone purchase an extra one that they want to sell?

[phillips2024]

Anyone purchase an extra one that they want to sell?

Guy is selling one in the classifieds. Yours for 700 ;)


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[jran76]

Just got my tracking info from MassDrop for mine. Hope others in the second group are in the same boat.

I thought it actually wrapped around that front splitter. I plan on Plastidipping it before I install the lip, it will be a little protection on it if they do fit that snugly but mostly because I got it to finish off blacking out the car.

It doesn't really wrap around it, but closely follows the contours of it. The lip ends at the top of the splitter before it would technically wrap around it.

[mpv314]

Guy is selling one in the classifieds. Yours for 700 ;)


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Dude seriously hop off. I bought one from ModBargains and thought thats what they went for retail, the price is reduced. I spread this group buy's awareness like a god damn wild fire both on these forums and on facebook groups. Enough with giving me shit for selling the one I initlally bought simply because I'm trying to get back some money I mistakenly spent prior to this group buy

[RJBS4]

Mine is scheduled for delivery on Monday - I got the carbon fiber A4 b8 s-line lip($270).

I'm trading my s4 in next week so the lip will be for sale once I receive it. PM me if interested in buying it.

[211]

I received a response to my inquiry last night from Massdrop stating they were still waiting to hear from their warehouse & their was still no ETA. I get home today & there's a huge box on the porch, guess it's my luck day cause it was the CF lip! I was number 46 in line, good luck to the rest of you

[peekaBu]

mine just came in the mail today. honestly, the quality is more of a 9/10. the carbon fiber is good but there was one small scratch and a ding in the top corner which isn't a big concern of mine.

haven't decided how I'm going to install it yet. does anyone have a fail-proof way yet? a guide? there are numerous, large hole cut out on the bottom of the lip with none on the top portion except the center. I was contemplating if I should drill minimal amount of holes.

[phillips2024]

Mine came today. Look at this BS:http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/08/ed22ac9f0f73013f2dd8dcf0ea84dfd0.jpg
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/08/c4325e694934778225bb5712878d61d5.jpg
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[RavinJetta]

Damn did they drive over it?

[mpv314]

Jesus. Take it up with them. Their customer service was nice to me, however, took a little long to respond

[NoR32]

That does reeeeaaaaly suck.


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[UnstableOS]

Holy shit Phillips. That is unreal

I assume these shipments are insured..?

[phillips2024]

as soon as I saw how they packed it, I knew I was in trouble...


what are the chances I have to wait another 2 months for the replacement? [>_>] what's aggravating as well is that my car is heading back to the detail shop today to have my wheel barrels opticoated, was going to have this piece wrapped in clear bra.

[NoR32]

Will opticoat withstand the heat on wheels?


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[phillips2024]

Will opticoat withstand the heat on wheels?


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I'm not 100% sure. I know of people who have and haven't heard any issues. We shall see I guess


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[KRp220]

daaaaamn, thats ridiculous. you'd think that it would be in perfect condition considering all the packaging. mine was wrapped in an obnoxious amount of bubble wrap

i'm going to paint mine with Wurth Satin Black trim paint as soon as it comes in, then have it installed on thursday hopefully. will post pics

[chuthis]

Mine came today. Look at this BS



Yikes! Hope everything gets resolved quickly for you. Keep us updated. Mine is supposed to arrive tomorrow and now I'm a little afraid of what might I might find...

[infinkc]

Yikes! Hope everything gets resolved quickly for you. Keep us updated. Mine is supposed to arrive tomorrow and now I'm a little afraid of what might I might find...

no idea where mine is, i got notice of a tracking number but it shows no progress over a week ago.

[phillips2024]

Almost 24 hours later and no response. Will keep you guys updated.


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[RavinJetta]

Just received mine in the mail today without ever getting a tracking number. Came in good shape and was the right one so off to a good start. Part isn't 100% perfect but plenty good enough for where it will be on the car.

[infinkc]

Curious how you guys are mounting this? Just run some self taping screws with a washer into the bumper? Drill a hole and use a screws, washers and nuts??

[RavinJetta]

Curious how you guys are mounting this? Just run some self taping screws with a washer into the bumper? Drill a hole and use a screws, washers and nuts??

I am think stainless steel bolts with washers and lock nuts. I might even put some 3m tape as well.

[phillips2024]

Still no reply from massdrop support after 3 days and 3 emails. Unbelievable.


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[Joker S4]

It's horrible to know that there are a lot of complaints about this. I got mine fairly early, I think I was #7 in line, and while it wasn't perfect, all the areas that aren't won't be seen. I'm going to drill through and use bolts, washers, and lock nuts like a few have suggested. With 9 mounting points, I don't think I'll use 3m tape. I haven't installed it yet, as I'm waiting for my Deval Rear to show up. Hope everything gets resolved with you guys.

[infinkc]

Still no reply from massdrop support after 3 days and 3 emails. Unbelievable.


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did you pay with a cc? probably your best bet and buy the one on ebay for 300 like others mentioned.

[phillips2024]

did you pay with a cc? probably your best bet and buy the one on ebay for 300 like others mentioned.

Yes, luckily with my Amex. I decided that if I don't hear anything by tomorrow I will go ahead and dispute the charge.

This has been an awful experience and will prob not purchase from massdrop again.


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[RavinJetta]

This was posted on the website

I apologize for the delay in response everyone.

I was out of the office last week for a week, and admittedly, I did not do a good job updating my colleagues as well as the staff at the warehouse, so there's been some hold up as a result of this.

Our warehouse is identifying the items for the recalled shipment, and we will be shipping them back out before the end of the week. Admittedly, as a result of this hiccup, we will not be able to reship most of the returned lips since they are no longer in brand new condition. As a result, we have since placed a new order with the vendor, and they are shipping us a new batch of lips for us to ship out to the members that are affected.

Furthermore, we've also received tickets for lip damaged in transit similar to @B8S4 's shipment. We have also budgeted those and they are part of the new order we placed with the vendor earlier this week. We will ship out a replacement lip as soon as the order comes in.

I understand this campaign has not been handled up to our standard, and we apologize for letting a few of you down. Nevertheless, we are committed to make sure everyone are happy with their purchase.

Please continue to submit a support ticket if you are experiencing any problem with your purchase. We are slightly behind with our support tickets, but we will get to you within 24-48 hours.

[Joker S4]

Did anyone get installation hardware for this? I'm not sure if we were supposed to get it or not. I don't know if it's worth a complaint at this point.

[phillips2024]

I'm guessing another 2 months till I get a replacement. How frustrating. If they just packed it right the first time... Ugh. Approaching the 96 hour mark with no response to my multiple emails.


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[KRp220]

that sucks. guess i got lucky.

mine was just installed while my car got an oil change. 1 hr of labor so it was worth it to have someone else do it for me.

will post pics later tonight or tomorrow

[RavinJetta]

That is pretty good to be charged only one hour to put it on. I imagine it will take me a couple of hours to make sure everything is lined up before I drill 9 holes in my bumper.

[KRp220]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/12/1a9e0ced4bfce2741fa16f2c488023ba.jpg
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/12/b4ccf622b29e4ab4528fa63235ad4ab5.jpg
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Looks good. Adds a little something to the front end, but I will admit, not as much as I thought.

Fitment is good, but I wish it stuck out just a little farther.

I painted the lip with Wurth satin trim paint and the splitter with plasti-dip. I think I'll add a layer of glossifier to make it match a little more. It would nice if the vertical slats to the splitter stuck out a little more (maybe some silver dip?)

I don't know the details but my shop was able to install it in an hour. The invoice listed some SS washers and some screws and they said it went really well.

Looking forward to seeing more pics from other people!


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[draekin13]

I got mine in and it was 4 or 5 pieces of Styrofoam and a crap load of bubble wrap, the one above with the way it was packed WAY better than what mine was but mine was not damaged. Now I have to decide whether I want to take this on myself or order the RS4 grille and just have the shop do it the next time I am in for routine maintenance.

[raudiace4]

Got mine in the mail.. haven't opened it yet. Hope it's not damaged.

[raudiace4]

Guess i was one of the lucky ones that got the correct piece.

Overall quality is pretty good, but not on the level of my Deval rear diffuser.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/12/0c9249b1f61133a2818e4c35c01ecee4.jpg

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[draekin13]

OK so odd question... Mine has a fake cherry scent, like air freshener type smell, anyone else's?

[phillips2024]

Just an update. Moments before I was about to deal with Amex about the charge I got a response from massdrop (4 emails and a week later). The person writing the email was apologetic for both the delay in support and the way I received my product. I have been told they sent a new lip which I should have early next week. Fingers crossed.


A common theme seems to be that the quality of this piece is "okay" (8-9/10). And that it certainly is not on par with the deval piece. Seeing as this was a large group purchase and only paying a couple hundred dollars, makes you think if they "cheated" the manufacturing process a little to help their margin. Meaning for those who have paid the normal everyday price of this piece, is the quality any better?




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[NoR32]

No


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[EHesh14]

OK so odd question... Mine has a fake cherry scent, like air freshener type smell, anyone else's?

lol yes mine too!

[RavinJetta]

Bought all the hardware and hope to tackle the install tonight or tomorrow. Smelled mine but didn't smell of cherry haha

[RavinJetta]

Got it installed tonight and will have pics tomorrow. Took the better part of two hours to get done. Ended up only using 6 bolts and 3m taped the center piece because I didn't want to dril thru the front splitter as well. Had two sets of hands which came in key as lining up the lip would be really hard with just one person prior to drilling the holes.

[RavinJetta]

Here are some quick iPhone pics

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e120/jperpetuo/IMG_2106_zpsn987pwci.jpg (http://s38.photobucket.com/user/jperpetuo/media/IMG_2106_zpsn987pwci.jpg.html)
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e120/jperpetuo/IMG_2107_zps7kf2uret.jpg (http://s38.photobucket.com/user/jperpetuo/media/IMG_2107_zps7kf2uret.jpg.html)
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e120/jperpetuo/IMG_2108_zpscog7rkdn.jpg (http://s38.photobucket.com/user/jperpetuo/media/IMG_2108_zpscog7rkdn.jpg.html)
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[infinkc]

Got it installed tonight and will have pics tomorrow. Took the better part of two hours to get done. Ended up only using 6 bolts and 3m taped the center piece because I didn't want to dril thru the front splitter as well. Had two sets of hands which came in key as lining up the lip would be really hard with just one person prior to drilling the holes.

That's exactly what I did, taped the center and put 6 screws/washers/nuts on the sides.

[RavinJetta]

That's exactly what I did, taped the center and put 6 screws/washers/nuts on the sides.

Figured 6 would be plenty solid and so far it is on like a rock. Glad I decided to plastidip the center piece as well.

[NoR32]

On the two that I installed the center bolts did not go through the own spliter and are not visible at all. Just an fyi


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[draekin13]

I used 3m tape on mine in 5 spots, did that basically to just hold it in place. Jacked up the car and got it mounted. I plastidipped the center piece as well. The weave matches the mirrors perfectly. Overall a good looking piece, however the minute or so it was on the concrete before I got it on the car it scratched the clear pretty easily. Kind of wish I would have had it clear wrapped or something now. Now I just need to figure something out for the chrome around the fog lights.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5550/18829166682_8f217dd886_b.jpg

[infinkc]

Now I just need to figure something out for the chrome around the fog lights.


I plastidiped mine, have been holding up very well for the last year. i removed them off the fog grill, then sprayed.

[RavinJetta]

I plastidiped mine, have been holding up very well for the last year. i removed them off the fog grill, then sprayed.

Did the same but kept them on the car. Over two years and good as new

[draekin13]

I plastidiped mine, have been holding up very well for the last year. i removed them off the fog grill, then sprayed.

The chrome piece comes off on its own?

[infinkc]

The chrome piece comes off on its own?

yes, you have to be extra careful not to snap the plastic clip for them, but they come off fairly easy.

[phillips2024]

Just an update. I received a new cf piece to replace the broken one. This one came in good shape. To echo what others are saying, the quality is okay, certainly not deval quality. It is riddled with imperfections but you would have to be up close looking for them.

Overall pretty good. Will install soon.


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[infinkc]

I wonder if this is worth trying out for the lip. anyone ever use this?
http://www.amazon.com/3M-90000-Paint-Defender-Spray/dp/B00BSKYM82

[draekin13]

I wonder if this is worth trying out for the lip. anyone ever use this?
http://www.amazon.com/3M-90000-Paint-Defender-Spray/dp/B00BSKYM82

Sounds like clear plastidip.

[phillips2024]

I have some 3m scotchgard I was going to attempt to put on.


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[infinkc]

Sounds like clear plastidip.

It does, but it's glossy instead of matte, so the color doesn't change.

[mpv314]

Any more install pictures? And ideas of protective clear coats?