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      05-24-2020, 12:09 PM   #8009
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I would agree that it could negatively impact fault in the event of an accident. I have heard of cases where the rear lights are tinted and people lost rear end accidents. Could be urban myth.... but it certainly would make me avoid it. Heck I was nervous going to clear reflectors as the code states "amber".

Your car, your call.

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Thank you for the additional info. I am certainly careful when doing any modifications to my car and just like you take in consideration the legality of all my mods. So far, I was unable to find a specific text prohibiting that tinting in my state. There could be precedents though so more lexis nexis coming up.
On the other hand I don't need to commute for at least 3 more months so I might wrap the taillights just to see what it looks like in person.
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Cleaned off the pollen on my and wife's car and California duster on the E93, put the vert on to charge too!

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I would agree that it could negatively impact fault in the event of an accident. I have heard of cases where the rear lights are tinted and people lost rear end accidents. Could be urban myth.... but it certainly would make me avoid it. Heck I was nervous going to clear reflectors as the code states "amber".

Your car, your call.

http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DV...ons/tables.pdf
Thank you for the additional info. I am certainly careful when doing any modifications to my car and just like you take in consideration the legality of all my mods. So far, I was unable to find a specific text prohibiting that tinting in my state. There could be precedents though so more lexis nexis coming up.
On the other hand I don't need to commute for at least 3 more months so I might wrap the taillights just to see what it looks like in person.
Sure, I would do the research. Enjoy and good luck. Just offering up a perspective. Cheers!
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Thought I was done! Hit up the alcantara!
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Washed and waxed her today. Put on new Gloss Black M style mirror caps too!
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Mud flaps? What? 19x10s man!
(And yes, those are f30 splash guards on a f32! Front bolt right-up, rear need 3 holes to drill. Easy.)


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Thought I was done! Hit up the alcantara!
That is a fine looking interior
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That is a fine looking interior
Thank you! I loved it!
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Thx,,,,, we'll find out today as I havent driven it yet. Its supposed to be good for +13 HP, but thats probably not really noticable.
Tough call after a couple of drives today.... I do believe that throttle response is crisper if nothing else.... Note that after driving my primary 2004 Tacoma just about anything feels fast. Lol
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Mud flaps? What? 19x10s man!

What size tires?? Looks great!
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Thx,,,,, we'll find out today as I havent driven it yet. Its supposed to be good for +13 HP, but thats probably not really noticable.
Tough call after a couple of drives today.... I do believe that throttle response is crisper if nothing else.... Note that after driving my primary 2004 Tacoma just about anything feels fast. Lol
🤣 if throttle response improved, that's a plus. Is the turbo spool noticeably more audible?
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Thx,,,,, we'll find out today as I havent driven it yet. Its supposed to be good for +13 HP, but thats probably not really noticable.
Tough call after a couple of drives today.... I do believe that throttle response is crisper if nothing else.... Note that after driving my primary 2004 Tacoma just about anything feels fast. Lol
🤣 if throttle response improved, that's a plus. Is the turbo spool noticeably more audible?
I've been considering Dinan upgrade.... be interested in best bang for buck stage wise.
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Removed the chrome 340i badge and replaced with black, also removed the XDrive badge since the all black one looks goofy.
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Thx,,,,, we'll find out today as I havent driven it yet. Its supposed to be good for +13 HP, but thats probably not really noticable.
Tough call after a couple of drives today.... I do believe that throttle response is crisper if nothing else.... Note that after driving my primary 2004 Tacoma just about anything feels fast. Lol
🤣 if throttle response improved, that's a plus. Is the turbo spool noticeably more audible?
I've been considering Dinan upgrade.... be interested in best bang for buck stage wise.
I know a guy who's on the fence with his... 😉
Joking. It is a beautiful intake and must have advantages over stock. Though it's certainly not the lowest priced option.
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Thx,,,,, we'll find out today as I havent driven it yet. Its supposed to be good for +13 HP, but thats probably not really noticable.
Tough call after a couple of drives today.... I do believe that throttle response is crisper if nothing else.... Note that after driving my primary 2004 Tacoma just about anything feels fast. Lol
🤣 if throttle response improved, that's a plus. Is the turbo spool noticeably more audible?
I've been considering Dinan upgrade.... be interested in best bang for buck stage wise.
Stage 1 is about all you need. Past that you get a little more at the top end but less down low - check out the graphs online. Depending on your driving style can even be less enjoyable around town.

I've got stage 2 on my 6-cyl F23 but that's a different thing entirely. If you're looking bang for your buck on the 4 cyl go stage 1, afe dry drop in filter, and an ER charge pipe and you're pretty much done. You'll have a very nice OEM+ experience. After that you're spending more and getting less.

Check with Andi and Mikey up at Thompson they're authorized dealers for all of the above.
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Thx,,,,, we'll find out today as I havent driven it yet. Its supposed to be good for +13 HP, but thats probably not really noticable.
Tough call after a couple of drives today.... I do believe that throttle response is crisper if nothing else.... Note that after driving my primary 2004 Tacoma just about anything feels fast. Lol
🤣 if throttle response improved, that's a plus. Is the turbo spool noticeably more audible?
I've been considering Dinan upgrade.... be interested in best bang for buck stage wise.
I know a guy who's on the fence with his... 😉
Joking. It is a beautiful intake and must have advantages over stock. Though it's certainly not the lowest priced option.
Agreed on price, good for my cpo warranty etc!
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Flush with body, no rub at full turn!
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