Front Bumper: Viii vs IX
Feb 2, 2014, 02:35 AM
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Front Bumper: Viii vs IX
OK kids, I currently have 2005 GG MR. However, this car was bought with a IX bumper on it. Now, I have a VRSF intercooler which is much bigger than the stock one, my IX bumper fits tightly, and not as sound as it originally did. I want my front end to be flush. But I got to thinking, is the Viii front bumper roomier than the IX? Is this why I can't get my bumper back to it's original fitment with the new IC?
What are your thoughts/knowledge on this? I understand it's a different scenario buying front end parts with an altered front end. I am considering trading for an Viii bumper if this makes a difference, AND because it's damn near impossible to find the OEM IX lip... my god...
What are your thoughts/knowledge on this? I understand it's a different scenario buying front end parts with an altered front end. I am considering trading for an Viii bumper if this makes a difference, AND because it's damn near impossible to find the OEM IX lip... my god...
Feb 2, 2014, 10:09 AM
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OK kids, I currently have 2005 GG MR. However, this car was bought with a IX bumper on it. Now, I have a VRSF intercooler which is much bigger than the stock one, my IX bumper fits tightly, and not as sound as it originally did. I want my front end to be flush. But I got to thinking, is the Viii front bumper roomier than the IX? Is this why I can't get my bumper back to it's original fitment with the new IC?
What are your thoughts/knowledge on this? I understand it's a different scenario buying front end parts with an altered front end. I am considering trading for an Viii bumper if this makes a difference, AND because it's damn near impossible to find the OEM IX lip... my god...
What are your thoughts/knowledge on this? I understand it's a different scenario buying front end parts with an altered front end. I am considering trading for an Viii bumper if this makes a difference, AND because it's damn near impossible to find the OEM IX lip... my god...
Feb 3, 2014, 09:25 PM
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The spot that rubs is in the corner of the IC behind the two holes in the IX bumper. I have a friend who does body work I'll see if I can shave it down some. I want it to look flush.
Right after install (its a big boy)
With the Bumper on
Right after install (its a big boy)
With the Bumper on
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Feb 4, 2014, 09:48 PM
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Feb 5, 2014, 08:34 PM
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No, my hood is aftermarket so it doesn't line up right on the top, and my bumper doesn't fit well because of the new intercooler. Hopefully getting a new hood tomorrow and prepping for paint. Also getting the SE lip when I find one. Like I mentioned, I want the front end to be flush.
