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Old 07-23-2008, 05:14 PM   #41 (permalink)
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I may have to post some pics over on Gen Vibe and see what they say. I may have to start manufacturing this new bumper design .. LOL

Can't wait until I lower the Vibe


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Old 07-23-2008, 06:20 PM   #42 (permalink)
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Loving that front now, yea Mantis it is. Looks killer, any Mpg increase though? if so awesome.
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Old 07-23-2008, 07:59 PM   #43 (permalink)
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I do not like making mileage claims on one drive one way, so the next tank will be the tell, but it does look promising. I'm guessing I will get the ful advantage of this front when I lower the vehicle ...
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Old 07-23-2008, 08:25 PM   #44 (permalink)
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god that just looks evil
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Old 07-23-2008, 09:08 PM   #45 (permalink)
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god that just looks evil

That is exactly what i said the moment I stepped back to blow off the dust ..

BTW, get your fuel logs up so I can see what a brick does in the wind .. LOL

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Old 07-28-2008, 10:12 PM   #46 (permalink)
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do you want me to drive it down there so you can take it for a spin? even though yours is a little more FE than mine... but then again, a brick on a trailer is way more FE than a brick propelling itself
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Old 07-28-2008, 10:26 PM   #47 (permalink)
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looks badass!
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Old 06-08-2009, 03:53 AM   #48 (permalink)
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I really want to know if this makes any MPG worth the money you have had to put in it.....
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Old 12-17-2009, 11:39 AM   #49 (permalink)
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This is beautiful work! I really appreciate the time and effort into making it look 'good' not just be functional.

The grill block is simply amazing looking. The mantis fangs are neat, Though I doubt they'll hold up under normal driving conditions (I know they wouldn't around New Mexico).

I am going to make some galvanized sheet metal 'plugs' for my trucks grill. Best I can tell I need about a 10" section of one of the openings actually open. instead of the over 6' of openings. I might be ok with just the gap between the grill and the bumper. Ha! I'll have to test a full block!
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Old 12-17-2009, 11:45 AM   #50 (permalink)
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I really want to know if this makes any MPG worth the money you have had to put in it.....
I always laugh when people buy a brand new civic to 'save gas' compared to their 5 year old car. Ummm HELLO! How much is your car payment?!

Basic math alludes so many people...


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