Black out your Bumper without paint

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metatrox
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Joined: Sun Aug 22, 2010 5:04 am

Looks really good on black! Be cool if the trim of the grill was chrome too!

I like it!

Is it vinyl? If so i hope it holds up as most chrome vinyls are only 2-3 year outdoor grade.
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2010 SLS, Platinum Silver.
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autopiolet
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Jezza wrote:What do you guys think of this? Thought I'd try contrasting the black paint with chrome.
i REALLY LIKE THAT CHROME. Where did you get it?
Jezza
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Yeah, it's only Vinyl, got from a signwritter supplier years ago and remembered I had it the other day. Wasn't too hard to put on, as I've done plenty of sticker applications on bikes before to protect the paintwork. Did require removing the bumper bar though to get the number plate holder off as the bolts are undone from the inside. Pain in the ass.

Not expecting it to last for ever, but while it still looks good I'll leave it there.

Was thinking of getting some chrome pinstripping and continuing it around the grill. Will see how I go.
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babacu
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Location: Ontario, Canada

Another addition to the black-nose club. Managed to get it done this weekend, things went smoother than I was expecting, especially since I had no experience with this kind of stuff.

I can tell the car gained about 5HP just by looking at it. :-) I'm yet to take a picture in daylight, this is right after the installation, it was already dark outside.

We're required to have front license plates, but I think it looks pretty cool with the plate on, too.
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AFREaKA.Man
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Joined: Thu Jan 27, 2011 5:58 pm
Location: York County, PA

Well Metatrox, you got me. I've always loved audi's new look with their bold open grill, and by applying this black out kit, we have that aggressive-style look...so, I ordered mine via eBay this morning...I'm assuming I'll have to wait 'til I get some warm weather to apply this vinyl, right?
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2011 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS AWD
Platinum Silver Metallic

Suzuki Roof Rack (by Whisbar)
Suzuki Sunroof Wind Deflector
RRM Short Ram Intake
RRM Piggyback ECU
RRM Carbon Fiber Bumper Cap
RRM Lightweight Power Pulley
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TheHolyGhost
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Location: Philadelphia

Looks great on white!
2010 Kizashi GTS
6 speed
Platinum Silver Metallic (Battle wounded)

2014 Ford Focus Titanium Hatchback

Past Cars:
2008 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
1998 Audi A4 1.8TQM
1998 Dodge Avenger ES
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metatrox
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AFREaKA.Man : Great! I got your order! I should have it shipped out tomorrow or Tuesday. yes i would recommend slightly warmer weather.
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AFREaKA.Man
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Hey Jezza,

Check this out, I think this would look great with your chrome bumper....
http://www.carid.com/2011-suzuki-kizash ... 92386.html

AFREaKA.Man
AFREaKA.Man
2011 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS AWD
Platinum Silver Metallic

Suzuki Roof Rack (by Whisbar)
Suzuki Sunroof Wind Deflector
RRM Short Ram Intake
RRM Piggyback ECU
RRM Carbon Fiber Bumper Cap
RRM Lightweight Power Pulley
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ATech
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I just got my 2011 Kizashi yesterday and I really want one of your glossy blackout kits if you are still selling them. I can't seem to find them through your link or by the item number. Please let me know if you're still selling them.
Thanks
danestrella
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Joined: Thu Feb 23, 2012 8:36 pm

Where I can buy the Blackout bumper vinyl kit? Is this Item still available or maybe there is another similar product out there. thanks
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