Mesh or no mesh....
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OK, so I finally got the balls to cut out the fake mesh from my bumper, and trimmed the exhaust heat shield up so that the exhaust is visible. Now I am torn between installing mesh or leaving it empty... I love the look of the exposed exhaust, and don't know if I want anything blocking it... Thoughts?
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I think it looks sweet dude. As long as the exhaust stays nice and shiny.
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I think it'd look better with the mesh.
You could always paint the entire defuser/under spoiler the same color as the car and it turns out great. |
mesh it and get a lebran light :D
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Get a black mesh, it will still make the exhaust's shiny reflection visible.
This may seem stupid but this mod is actually pretty functional too. Congrats |
Originally Posted by bse50
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Get a black mesh, it will still make the exhaust's shiny reflection visible.
This may seem stupid but this mod is actually pretty functional too. |
well for one it will cool the exhaust. not much but it will allow for more air flow around the pipes.
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Originally Posted by RWD+LSD=Zoom
(Post 4131402)
well for one it will cool the exhaust. not much but it will allow for more air flow around the pipes.
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meh, most likely the opposite when the mesh goes on.
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Originally Posted by Arca_ex
(Post 4131405)
Plus it's mad weight reduction yo!
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Definitely needs mesh, that's why Mazda had the ugly fake mesh there - to cover up the plumbing look of the exhaust parts. Black mesh with the exhaust showing behind would look cool! (The fake mesh is one of the few parts of the car I've never liked.)
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Originally Posted by Tamas
(Post 4131389)
How exactly?
Another under appreciated thing is that it helps to avoid a parachute effect that causes drag in that area. This is most apparent if you don't have the stock exhaust (partially designed to "fill" that area) or are anyway lowered. Of course it is 99% cooling and 1% aero benefits but you still get the idea :) |
It looks empty without the mesh. It looks better with the mesh in it.
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I cut all of the black portion completely off and have a center exit exhaust with dual tips. It's a bit rough right now but I'll post some pics tomorrow and get horrible replies...lol. I'm working on a rear wind diffuser so I'll post pics of it this weekend.
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Originally Posted by RWD+LSD=Zoom
(Post 4131358)
mesh it and get a lebran light :D
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I just did this , with mesh, and I have the rotary symbol brake light. I also did as bse suggested, and removed about 1/2 of the heat shield to the muffers.
I really like the way it has an understated look. Pictures does not do it justice. |
Originally Posted by Sephitrask
(Post 4131349)
OK, so I finally got the balls to cut out the fake mesh from my bumper, and trimmed the exhaust heat shield up so that the exhaust is visible. Now I am torn between installing mesh or leaving it empty... I love the look of the exposed exhaust, and don't know if I want anything blocking it... Thoughts?
http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/r...g?t=1322071379 I think with the diffuser painted body color and the accent light, this mod is awesome! Thanks |
I do think the mesh would finish it off, but in black. It will show the reflection from the exhaust. Here is a couple of pics with the Shield cut back and mesh installed.
I like the black mesh here http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/...k/meshgt_p.jpg Here is a RE-Amemiya Super Dolphin with a silver mesh. http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/...ackJack/p4.jpg Black mesh would look better IMO http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/...ackJack/uu.jpg http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/...ackJack/gg.jpg Why wouldn't you want to show that off? http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/...ckJack/ggg.jpg |
Originally Posted by brilliantblackrx8
(Post 4248219)
Sephitrask, bse50 suggests cutting 3" off to get this look, how much did you remove, so that the shield is not visible? Also, I am planning on using a cutting wheel. Can you fill me in on what all is ahead of me? My exhaust cans are smaller than most, so I am unsure if removing the catback is necessary.
I think with the diffuser painted body color and the accent light, this mod is awesome! Thanks sorry I didn't get back to your question, I don't come on here much, I am usually over at www.rotarycarclub.com . I cut about three inches off as well with a grinder. I never did put mesh in it, I think I am going a different route in regards to modifying the rear bumper. I will post pics when it happens |
I ended up cutting off 3" with my cutoff, and I got the mesh painted black, but haven't installed it yet. The plastic wasn't too bad to remove, although I scuffed a little more than I wanted. Doesn't matter because it's all getting repainted at the moment.
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Originally Posted by brilliantblackrx8
(Post 4250664)
I ended up cutting off 3" with my cutoff, and I got the mesh painted black, but haven't installed it yet. The plastic wasn't too bad to remove, although I scuffed a little more than I wanted. Doesn't matter because it's all getting repainted at the moment.
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This looks pretty sweet! I think I may try this.
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This how I did mine
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^ pictures?
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I think Black Mesh is the way to go it will give it a more finished look but you will still be able to see the exhaust through it.
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^ that is what I did.
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really old pic but I still run this today, this is one of the only pics that really shows it on my car
https://www.rx8club.com/picture.php?...ictureid=16147 |
did you guys have to take the bumper off? what paint did you use? how did you attach the mesh? is there a diy?
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