abf body kit
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Just wanted to posts some new pics of the body kit. This is AIT's abf kit. It's a replica of ab flug which I'm sure is a great kit but I didn't get it due to the fact that it was running for about $2700+tax+shipping+a no return policy if I was unsatisfied with the kit. I plan to take some better pictures later as these were with my cell. 1st time posting pictures so don't roast me too bad.
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This kit isn't going to get you much love here but props for the change anyway. Now get some wheels, exhaust and a drop to complete the look I don't think it will be half bad.
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I'm considering getting a replica rear bumper made by VIS Racing. It seems to be sold with the undertray like the original ABFlug.
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I don't expect to get much love. The forum seems to be against the ab flug look but it's all good. I like to be different and it looks better than stock without the appearance package. Lowering is probably not going to happen because I'm terrified about scraping. Also it all about taste but the kit looks so much better in person than in the pictures. I can't explain it or maybe I just suck at taking pictures. I thought the rx8 was ugly until I saw it in person. The VIS kit doesn't come with the under tray I already checked and be prepared to shell out some serious money on getting a replica to fit kinda right.
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oh jeez.... i dnt like...
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I don't like the kit personally, but if you're going to have an extreme kit like that you really need (and I mean NEED) wheels and a drop. The kit should be your last mod, because it just looks silly on stock wheels and suspension.
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proper drop + wheels and this setup will be... proper.
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Cool, I appreciate the feedback. I'm looking at some wheels now but I don't think I'll drop it. Like I said I'm terrified of scraping.
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I think the front will look better without the Mazda badge.
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Originally Posted by lordagrabah
(Post 3510265)
Cool, I appreciate the feedback. I'm looking at some wheels now but I don't think I'll drop it. Like I said I'm terrified of scraping.
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looks like the rear bumper doesnt fit right infirst pic.
either way congrats on the kit, never was my style but congrats either way |
I personally think your car looks like a bag of dicks. That aero is horrible
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^a little harsh maybe?
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looks like a cat fish....
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debadge + wheel + drops
will complete your babe 8 wish you luck ^^ |
Some 20" chrome wheels will make this really dope.... :suspect:
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zumn would be proud.
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For some reason I can't upload better pics. I just get a message saying upload failed. Any suggestions?
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Yeah it does kind of look like a catfish!! That's hilarious. I've always liked this style even though it's too overboard for most. I'm not asking for everyone's approval; I'm just sharing what I have done so far with this project. I am considering some new wheels btw. I would appreciate advice for lowering the car. It seems like I can barely drive it now without scraping. I probably just can't drive. Anyway here are some better pics. As you can see the kit obviously isn't perfect, being a replica, but "it'll" do. Zumn you' my hero!!![IMG]http://i983.photobucket.com/albums/a...8/DSC01418.jpg[/IMG][IMG]http://i983.photobucket.com/albums/a...8/DSC01419.jpg[/IMG][IMG]http://i983.photobucket.com/albums/a...8/DSC01420.jpg[/IMG][IMG]http://i983.photobucket.com/albums/a...8/DSC01442.jpg[/IMG][IMG]http://i983.photobucket.com/albums/a...8/DSC01445.jpg[/IMG]
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Still looks like a bag of dicks, but now with a side of AIDS
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Oh, I'm sorry Fate that I didn't meet your approval. Maybe next time I'll ask your permission before I take a piss. You sure taught me a lesson.
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Make sure to give me a PM before you do. Always remember to courtesy flush too
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i've always been a fan of abflug for thier designs on the supra and 300zx but i expected better of them for the rx8, with that said, i think a slight drop wouldnt hurt and some bigger more aggressive rims would flush out the package, since you've chosen possibly the most aggresively designed kit on the market today i'd probably invest in a vented hood and cf trunk also, in your case it really would be go big or go home
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+1 might as well go for it all the way
a nice set of 9.5 wide rims some tien s techs possibly a siebon ts hood. |
Cool. I appreciate that. I'm looking at some 18x8 for the front and some 18x9 in the rear right now. Both have a 38mm offset. I'm not sure what tires I can fit without any issues. I'm thinking a 245/40/18 in the front and a 265/40/18 in the rear. I don't want to worry about rubbing. I just checked out s-tein springs and that looks like a go. Will I be able to make it over speed bumps? I'm too nervous to try now. The seibon hood looks awesome; I saw someone photoshop one with it painted and left the vents carbon fiber so I'm considering that.
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i dont really recommend aggressive wheels but i think 8.5 inch wheels will look too thin for your setup, i'd go 9.5 or 10 all around non staggered with +38 or less offset, as far as springs im dropped on tein s-techs and scrape on my driveway alot but speed bumps you just have to go over it at an angle usually and its fine. I havent really looked into springs but i think anywhere between 1-1.5 inch drop would be ok
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Eyelids, drop, wheels, c.f. in order of importance in my mind. not my cup of tea. but its different so props for that.
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Personally I wouldn't of wasted money on a body kit or a wing before doing a serious amount of performance upgrades, because all you have now is a stock eight with a silly kit and a ridiculous wing. That being said, I agree with everyone else here that since you've already bought this kit (which I gather you either have to love or hate) you need to take it all the way with some nice wheels and have it lowered. The Eibach kit works well and I don't ever hit anything, and if I think I might I just take it on an angle. It looks like your leaning toward bigger rear tires than in the front? I wouldn't mess with different front/rear wheel setups, try to keep the 50/50 ratio going. Plus if the tires are bigger on the back you'll just point the nose down which will only increase the chances of you destroying the front lip, although that may be a good thing. Your car can still look nasty, all you really need to do is find a nice set of wheels, that's what will make or break your 8.
I tried not to flame you, just passing as much advice as I can. Personally I think your 8 looks horrible right now. Fix it! |
I don't understand the hate for the Abflug kit. I don't like the rear, but as someone who was searching here for anything dealing with it, I don't see why there's only one person who likes it... and it's the op. I agree that dropping it and getting some nice wheels would do it justice, but damn... why the hate?
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i dont know why but i keep seeing a celica with that front end... is that just me?
other then that i like it. clean, but not my taste. u need rims and lower that thing. and an exhaust. |
seems too busy in curves~
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