Modifying my jaguar xk8
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Have you looked into a (reversible) film-type process (plasti-dip, etc.)? This way you can always go back to stock. My understanding is that powder coating sounds great and durable, but is next to impossible to spot fix (kind of like chrome) if something happens. Just my thoughts...
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Have you looked into a (reversible) film-type process (plasti-dip, etc.)? This way you can always go back to stock. My understanding is that powder coating sounds great and durable, but is next to impossible to spot fix (kind of like chrome) if something happens. Just my thoughts...
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There is no problem with resale value,
nobody will buy it.
But it is all a matter of (bad) taste
Last edited by toaster; 04-19-2018 at 04:18 PM.
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rtcosic (04-22-2018)
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Well, the spoiler is from a 2018 Camaro that I got off a salvage camaro in the junkyard..
It looked really cool like a boomerang, so i bought it.. I think it looks nice on the Jag.. Takes getting used to I guess, it's growing on me..
These jags are super cheap here anyways, I got mine for just $6900. I can't imagine it falling to anything lower than that maybe a couple grand here and there..
It looked really cool like a boomerang, so i bought it.. I think it looks nice on the Jag.. Takes getting used to I guess, it's growing on me..
These jags are super cheap here anyways, I got mine for just $6900. I can't imagine it falling to anything lower than that maybe a couple grand here and there..
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Have you looked into a (reversible) film-type process (plasti-dip, etc.)? This way you can always go back to stock. My understanding is that powder coating sounds great and durable, but is next to impossible to spot fix (kind of like chrome) if something happens. Just my thoughts...
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First, I do appreciate the effort your are putting into it.
Sorry but I can't say anything nice about those "mods". The smooth lines of that coupe are now interupted by something that looks like it fell off of a transformer robot.
Most of us here are pretty understanding about people wanting to add their own personal touches to their car. However there is line that shouldn't be crossed, much less **** on.
But hey it could have been worse.
So as long as you like it, go for it. Just don't ask me to ride in it.
Sorry but I can't say anything nice about those "mods". The smooth lines of that coupe are now interupted by something that looks like it fell off of a transformer robot.
Most of us here are pretty understanding about people wanting to add their own personal touches to their car. However there is line that shouldn't be crossed, much less **** on.
But hey it could have been worse.
So as long as you like it, go for it. Just don't ask me to ride in it.
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Before you spend time and money on cosmetic 'mods', make sure the vehicle is in sound mechanical condition.
The AJ27 must have primary and secondary timing chains, guides and tensioners uprated to the latest versions to avoid catastrophic engine failure. Have they been replaced on this vehicle?
The AJ27 must have primary and secondary timing chains, guides and tensioners uprated to the latest versions to avoid catastrophic engine failure. Have they been replaced on this vehicle?
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About the only thing I don't like is the wing. These cars, they're all about curvy sexy design harking back to the E-type. You've fitted a chiseled, angular wing. It clashes. If you're going to add a wing, it should complement the design of the car, not oppose it. A lip spoiler, or a lip like duck tail might be more appropriate, however, I think that is one part where these cars don't need visual aids. Besides, it robs you of rear visibility when driving.
Just my 2¢.
Just my 2¢.
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'Before' pic. works best for me; lowering OK if it's your bag. Dark wheels work best on light body colours, IMO.
Your baby, so whatever works for you. De gustibus non disputandum est.
Aaargh. I'd almost forgotten that one. Hope those wheels have had the tyres removed and been returned to the steam engine they came from. Stuff of nightmares...
Your baby, so whatever works for you. De gustibus non disputandum est.
Aaargh. I'd almost forgotten that one. Hope those wheels have had the tyres removed and been returned to the steam engine they came from. Stuff of nightmares...
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