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Old May 27, 2011 | 05:58 AM
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The splitter would be very similar to something like that, I would likely try and get away without the welded frame by pressing the panel with an embossed profile to stiffen it, I would also like to add the tie rods so I can increase the surface area of the splitter.

I havent finished completing the fender liner pieces for the rear diffuser side pieces yet, I should have something to show this weekend.
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Old May 27, 2011 | 07:44 AM
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I love the more aggressive look with the pieces sticking out some, im definitely in for these and the rest of the full body diffuser. Just got mine yesterday and had it installed in under an hour.

Must say that it is beautiful craftsmanship at very reasonable price!

Ill post some good pics of my install later
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Old May 27, 2011 | 10:08 AM
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If you guys want somewhere to post install pics and other pics of your car, throw them up on my facebook page.

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Gladman-Performance-Fabrication/207846395913080
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Old May 27, 2011 | 11:21 AM
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Jordan, My diffuser shipment just arrived via UPS. No damage to box and upon unpacking
all appears in perfect shape. Workmanship is excellent! I can hardly wait until it is
installed. Thank you very much.

jmoore2k
NW Arkansas
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Old May 27, 2011 | 01:32 PM
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I got mine this morning! I had to hurry off to work so I will hopefully get it installed when I get home!!!
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Old May 27, 2011 | 06:20 PM
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I Recieved a notice saying mine was in as well. I can't wait to install it tomorrow and I look forward to more parts.
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Old May 28, 2011 | 06:09 AM
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if you make a full undertray, i will definately buy, but make sure you make pieces that mate up with the pieces we already have. As for the front splitter/diffuser, what would it fit? if you can make it like the APR and fit over oem ap2 lip, then i would buy one faster than you could make it lol. As for the rear pieces, i like both the showing, and the flush. but i agree, i think there should be the flush set, and the aggressive set. what cad software do you use?
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Old May 28, 2011 | 09:09 AM
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I like both the flush and aggressive side designs.

One thing I thought of the other day: If you could make an alternate left-side side piece (or an optional extension) that would extend all the way over to the rear diffuser, that would be awesome for those of us who have single-exit exhausts (like me). Then we wouldn't have a big gap. I wouldn't mind drilling a hole or two in the rear diffuser to mount the extension to it.

I haven't installed my rear diffuser yet, but I was very happy with the initial look-over and your shipping packaging. Keep up the good work!
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Old May 28, 2011 | 09:33 AM
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I noticed the original write up doesn't list all the tools necessary for this install so I figured we should list them out.

- Hex Tool (what size?)
- Drill
- Floor Jack
- Jack Stands
- Blue Tape
- Double Sided Adhesive Tape (optional - To hold the bumper bar in place while threading the rear screws)
- Anything else?



The only part of the install that I cannot figure out yet (because I haven't been underneath my car) is what tool i need in order to replace the stock crossmember with the red Gladman unit. Can anyone chime in on this?
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Old May 28, 2011 | 03:12 PM
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if i'm not mistaken, it should just be a 14mm socket and socket wrench to remove the old one. i remember i had to take it off to remove my oem exhaust. i don't know what the new one calls for though as mine won't be here until tuesday.
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