View Full Version : DIY: Installing Rotary Accents


RXDave
05-08-2004, 10:55 PM
Here is a little how to on installing the rotary accents. I started with the rear as it was the easiest. Here is the rear kit. I used rubbing alchohol to clean the area.

RXDave
05-08-2004, 10:59 PM
Both accents are secured with double sided tape.

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:00 PM
You get a packet of 3M primer to wipe down the area with after the alchohol.

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:01 PM
Priming

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:02 PM
After taking the backing off the tape apply the accent evenly.

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:03 PM
Walla!

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:04 PM
The front accent is very similar. The one difference is that it comes with two small black pegs to prevent it from coming off. Here is the front kit.

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:08 PM
Here is a pic of how the tape is on the front accent. If you do not have the front air dam you need to double the tape (which is included) on the inside front. Since I have the normal front end I needed to use the extra tape.

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:09 PM
Here is the front tape

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:12 PM
After priming with the alchohol and the 3M primer, take the backing off the tape and carfuly push the accent into place. You might need to pick up the lip of the bumper a bit. When that is done take each of the black pegs and push them into place.

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:12 PM
Here is the peg in place.

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:15 PM
There you go! Mine needs a wash but you need to wait 24 hrs to let the tape set before getting it wet. (at least that's what the instructions say)

RXDave
05-08-2004, 11:17 PM
Here's a shot further away. Gotta change my signature now!

cgrx
05-09-2004, 12:02 PM
Thanks for the write up. Looks good.
I should be installing some in the near future

poolsidenaz
05-09-2004, 12:07 PM
Hmmm. I can get the RA for $155. That'd be the most out of pocket if I could install them myself. Hmmmmm.

Omicron
05-09-2004, 02:29 PM
Nice little DIY, RXDave! I'm moving this to the DIY section, congrats! :D

msrecant
05-31-2004, 12:42 AM
Excellent DIY. I could have used it when I installed my rear accent.

MEGAREDS
06-01-2004, 11:30 PM
Thanks! Simple, but there's nothing like photos to prove it.

Nemesis8
06-13-2004, 11:13 AM
Where do you get them for $155 ?? I found them for $120.60 here:

http://www.finishlineperformance.com/rx8/rx8_exterior.html

Jeffjett
06-27-2004, 05:35 PM
Great lookin 8 Dave. I love the color. You guys that take the time to take digital pics of the stuff you install are truly awesome. Very helpful and considerate.

rotaryengine
07-05-2004, 01:44 PM
Great looks very goog & thanks a lot for the pics!!!!

Rizim
07-10-2004, 12:23 PM
Awesome DIY! Took me 10 minutes to install both of them thanks to the pictures. :)