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I've gone ahead and ordered a replica lip for my AP1 from BaysonR. From all of the research I've come across it's the most recommended replica lip. I've seen the discussions about using the OEM weatherstripping (which I also ordered) but has anyone ever attached this replica lip with OEM hardware? I'd like to prevent drilling unnecessary holes in the actual bumper if at all possible, but don't mind modifying the lip if needed. Also if anyone has comparison shots of an OEM lip vs the BaysonR rep and the original installation PDF (http://www.handa-accessories.com/S2000/s2kfuspoil.pdf is just a broken link now) that would be helpful too!
I think you can still order OEM AP1 Lip Installation hardware from hardtopguy.com.
Sweet, thanks for the heads up. I went ahead and snagged the mounting hardware. I'll take a look at the lip when I get it and see what I can do about retrofitting the hardware on it - should be an interesting project. It would be great if someone has a copy of the original installation PDF they can upload!
Update - just got the front lip delivered this morning. I guess BaysonR now ships them with mounting hardware already installed - no drilling the bumper needed! Here's a photo album of what I received, should anyone want to see what you'd get.
Wanted to revive this thread since I had my own questions about the BaysonR lip.
The lip came in with outer edges bent inward a bit (see first pic). I assume this is ok and the lip should just flex to fit on the bumper?
If i want to paint it to match the car, would it be best to install it first and let it settle into the shape of the bumper? I'm afraid that if I paint it in it's current shape then bend and form it to fit the bumper, the new paint will crack.
How is the fitment with the supplied hardware? Is is good or should i order the OEM hardware? I noticed that I received 4 screws instead of 2 screws plus 2 fender clips which it looks like the OP received. It looks like these just go in the 2 holes on each side of the lip where it wraps around into the wheel arch. Are these just supposed to be screwed directly into the fender liner at these points?
For the fold out metal hardware, I assume I just remove the screws that are already below the bumper, and then just thread them back in through the holes in this hardware to install?
Thanks in advance to anyone who can provide some guidance.
Wanted to revive this thread since I had my own questions about the BaysonR lip.
The lip came in with outer edges bent inward a bit (see first pic). I assume this is ok and the lip should just flex to fit on the bumper?
If i want to paint it to match the car, would it be best to install it first and let it settle into the shape of the bumper? I'm afraid that if I paint it in it's current shape then bend and form it to fit the bumper, the new paint will crack.
How is the fitment with the supplied hardware? Is is good or should i order the OEM hardware? I noticed that I received 4 screws instead of 2 screws plus 2 fender clips which it looks like the OP received. It looks like these just go in the 2 holes on each side of the lip where it wraps around into the wheel arch. Are these just supposed to be screwed directly into the fender liner at these points?
For the fold out metal hardware, I assume I just remove the screws that are already below the bumper, and then just thread them back in through the holes in this hardware to install?
Thanks in advance to anyone who can provide some guidance.
02-10-2021, 08:54 PM
Installing BaysonR Replica AP1 Lip
