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devious12 11-08-2004 08:29 AM

It's about 195.00 until December 15th. That's not that bad for a product that took so much development. But, to each is own, not everyone is going to like something that comes out.

Oh and I would like to know where you get carbon fiber hoods for under 235.00! :cool:

If you do get them for that price, then I would like to challenge the quality of product. I paid 660.00 shipped to my door the the Geminicomposite hood I have, I get nothing but compliments on it, and it is extremly well designed. You guys really need to calm down. He told you they were going to be around 200.00 when this buy started. 35.00 off the target est. isn't really a big deal to me.

devious12 11-08-2004 08:44 AM

People, not to flame you guys, and sorry if I'm really sarcastic, but seriously, are you going to drive around with a big sign on your car that says "I have carbon fiber vents that use adhesive when installed"? Really though, how many people are going to steal a set of vents that only fit one type of car? And how many RX8 owners do you know of in your area that would really go out of the way to do this? BIU, just explained that you can't get the pieces off without breaking them. I believe what he says because he was the person that initiated the relationship between the RX8club and geminicomposites, if I remember correctly. I have a hood from gemini, and it came out better than expected. My point is that BIU is a reputable guy, and if he is saying that the fender vents are a legitimate buy, then they are. I just don't want people to back out now because others are jumping to conclusions. Fender vent thieves in the middle of the night, coming and snatching their product after snapping it in two? :rolleyes: Come on now that's a little far fetched. I guess I should take my fender strakes off before someone just pulls my wheel well open, which is rather easy, and unscrews the one bolt and takes off with them.

In conclusion, if a thieve is going to steal something from you, they will, even if you have locks and alarms, they will get it. This product doesn't seem like it comes with a high theft rate, so please everyone calm down and stop flaming the product. If you don't like it that's fine, don't buy it. But, don't down play it so others freak out and jump in the "fender vent thieve bandwagon". ;)

adrian-1 11-08-2004 10:41 AM

any pictues in the light. I'd like to see the cf pattern and mesh up close.

BIU 11-08-2004 10:49 AM


Originally Posted by Outlaws eXtreme
they are stuck on? As in stickers? Thought it was a replacement?


no not stickers, they are a replacement piece that attaches with adhesives :)

BIU 11-08-2004 10:50 AM


Originally Posted by adrian-1
any pictues in the light. I'd like to see the cf pattern and mesh up close.


i'll take some better pictures in these couple days :)

BIU 11-08-2004 10:53 AM


Originally Posted by Mikelikes2drive
wow.... 275canadian for just lil carbon fiber vents? thats like ... 235 american. sheesh! u could get a carbon fiber hood for cheaper! count me out and theyre stickers? wow feels like we're gettin jipped here guys


Ok..........

dont really want to start any flame wars....but if you think a good quality CF hood only costs <$235USD then props to you for your self satisfaction level....

and for the last time THESE VENTS ARE NOT STICKERS

and also.... it is much easier making a CF hood then these vents pieces.....a CF hood mold is just a piece of cake for the RX-8..just a direct mold...not too many curves etc..... but these vents pieces were a bitch to make because its such a delicate small piece with lots of curves and bends .........and i rest my case

cheers

BIU 11-08-2004 10:55 AM


Originally Posted by devious12
People, not to flame you guys, and sorry if I'm really sarcastic, but seriously, are you going to drive around with a big sign on your car that says "I have carbon fiber vents that use adhesive when installed"? Really though, how many people are going to steal a set of vents that only fit one type of car? And how many RX8 owners do you know if your area that would really go out of the way to do this? BIU, just explained that you can't get the pieces off without breaking them. I believe what he says because he was the person that initiated the relationship between the RX8club and geminicomposites, if I remember correctly. I have a hood from gemini, and it came out better than expected. My point is that BIU is a reputable guy, and if he is saying that the fender vents are a legitimate buy, then they are. I just don't want people to back out now because others are jumping to conclusions. Fender vent thieves in the middle of the night, coming and snatching their product after snapping it in two? :rolleyes: Come on now that's a little far fetched. I guess I should take my fender strakes off before someone just pulls my wheel well open, which is rather easy, and unscrews the one bolt and takes off with them.

In conclusion, if a thieve is going to steal something from you, they will, even if you have locks and alarms, they will get it. This product doesn't seem like it comes with a high theft rate, so please everyone calm down and stop flaming the product. If you don't like it that's fine, don't buy it. But, don't down play it so others freak out and jump in the "fender vent thieve bandwagon". ;)


Amen brother :)

truemagellen 11-08-2004 11:15 AM

can't see anything! oh and nothing wrong with double side tape, the lip spoilers are on that way anyhow

Outlaws eXtreme 11-08-2004 01:58 PM


Originally Posted by Mikelikes2drive
wow.... 275canadian for just lil carbon fiber vents? thats like ... 235 american. sheesh! u could get a carbon fiber hood for cheaper! count me out and theyre stickers? wow feels like we're gettin jipped here guys


Can you link us or point us to the direction of 'quality' Carbon Fiber hoods for under 235? I would love to know where also.

Cam 11-08-2004 02:00 PM

$275 CAD is not $235 US.

The exchange flucuates a bit, but is usually around 70/30, which means $275 CAD is $192.50 US.

And if you buy before the December deadline ($235 CAD), thats $164.50 US.

And I concur, if someone wants to steal something off your car, there going to get it.

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takahashi 11-08-2004 04:23 PM

Thanks BIU.

Looks great.

Do I order from you? Or order via the site?

BIU 11-08-2004 04:44 PM


Originally Posted by truemagellen
can't see anything! oh and nothing wrong with double side tape, the lip spoilers are on that way anyhow


exactly my point......

eyelines....some lip spoilers....B-pillars..... theyre all stuck on by adhesives anyways....i dont get why some ppl are getting anal abt that :p


Ya i know the pictures sucked lol...im just about to go outside to give her a wash... i'll try to snap some better pics and post them up later tonight.

Cheers

BIU 11-08-2004 04:46 PM


Originally Posted by takahashi
Thanks BIU.

Looks great.

Do I order from you? Or order via the site?


I have nuthing to do with the ordering of these parts.

you can give Marc an email at info@geminicomposites.com

he will take your order and answer any questions you have ;)

Or you can just order it directly off their site TAKA

takahashi 11-08-2004 04:55 PM

Thx BIU... just done/

jowettw 11-08-2004 06:01 PM

thanks for being the guinea pig! much appreciated!

BIU 11-08-2004 06:07 PM

Some new pics i just snapped after giving her a wash

http://www3.telus.net/public/a5a55088/vent1.jpg

http://www3.telus.net/public/a5a55088/vent3.jpg

http://www3.telus.net/public/a5a55088/vent4.jpg

http://www3.telus.net/public/a5a55088/vent5.jpg

devious12 11-08-2004 08:10 PM

They look hot with the hood, can't wait to get the mirror covers.

1st-car 11-08-2004 08:47 PM

I can't seem to find it on the website. Where is it on the site??

BIU 11-08-2004 10:21 PM


Originally Posted by devious12
They look hot with the hood, can't wait to get the mirror covers.


actually the mirror covers are on hold..... apparently the mirror assembly is one piece..... so unless im willing to guinea pig and risk breaking mine... or if Marc finds a mirror aseembly at the wreck yards or sth that project has to wait :D

BIU 11-08-2004 10:22 PM


Originally Posted by 1st-car
I can't seem to find it on the website. Where is it on the site??


it should be on the top right of their page

if you are using a a different resolution maybe you would need to scroll to the right :)

leegina 11-09-2004 12:33 AM

BIU they do look good!!!

BIU 11-09-2004 12:57 AM


Originally Posted by leegina
BIU they do look good!!!


yeah it really stands out i cant wait to see a colored kevlar one :D

and its really functional....... well some other member can vouch for me when they get theirs and they will know..... :cool:

bureau13 11-09-2004 01:23 AM

Damn, I'm liking those.

When you say that they're functional...you mean, just like the stock ones are functional, right? I mean, they do the same thing, vent air. Or am I missing something?

jds

Xyntax 11-09-2004 01:31 AM

BIU, those are nice! Do you have a chrome version of the RX-8 or your car's jusr so smooth and shiney?! :cool:

That's some wash you did.


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