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Inkslingerzero 09-01-2011 12:42 PM

"Raiden" Carbon Fiber Hood Review
 
My 8 was recently in an accident, and, while insurance is paying for it, might as well do a few upgrades. I opted for a "Raiden" style carbon fiber hood. I must say, I'm impressed. The weave pattern is very tight and clean, the clear coat glistens in the daylight well, and the aggressive styling of the vents stand out. I paid $549 delivered and fitment went perfect. Used the old latch from the old hood and it bolted right up. The gap on the front above the front bumper is the stress impact from the car I was pushed into, not caused by the hood. Just wanted to share and recommend it. :)

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Close up:

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paimon.soror 09-01-2011 12:52 PM

little busy for my tastes .... i would also get rid of the mesh grill and the eyelids to be honest

RXeligion 09-01-2011 01:01 PM

^ +1

This makes the rest of the car look understated... and it is an RX8.

dozer 09-01-2011 01:07 PM

hmmmm that hood is aggressive, get rid of the grill, lower the car and get some baller rims and youd be set

Inkslingerzero 09-01-2011 01:54 PM

There's more to be done, this is what I could do in one day with near 100 degree FL heat... Gonna order some black / chrome accent 18" wheels, have a Vader body kit to prep and mount, window tint, and possibly a 1 1/2" drop (dunno yet).... Thanks for the feedback

9krpmrx8 09-01-2011 02:08 PM

Oh wow, your plans for the car sounds awesome :rolleyes:

RX8Soldier 09-01-2011 02:39 PM

^:rofl:

bumblebeerx8 09-01-2011 08:25 PM

i almost went with this hood but thought it was too busy for even my car.

9krpmrx8 09-03-2011 12:48 AM

Busy it is, wait until he fits that vader (aka failside) kit.

SayNoToPistons 09-03-2011 01:14 AM

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...0922_646_n.jpg

jtripp06 09-23-2011 11:52 AM


Originally Posted by RX8Soldier (Post 4068822)
^:rofl:


^:rofl:


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