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Old 11-23-2016, 07:50 AM
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Default Side skirts - C7 Carbon or ACS?

Been researching topics about various side skirts for the Z06 and am down to these two to decide between. The difference in cost is $200, so that's something to consider. Has anyone seen both of these and can compare? I've found lots of good reviews on the ACS, but not much on the C7 Carbon.
Old 11-23-2016, 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by chris4728
Been researching topics about various side skirts for the Z06 and am down to these two to decide between. The difference in cost is $200, so that's something to consider. Has anyone seen both of these and can compare? I've found lots of good reviews on the ACS, but not much on the C7 Carbon.
I wasn't able to see the C7 Carbon in person before I had to pull the trigger and do an install before a long trip. I went the ACS side rockers and their front flaps and couldn't be more pleased. The pre-order support was great, installation was simple and quality of components (including attachment pieces) is A+. After 2,000 miles (almost all freeway miles), I can see a couple of chips on the black molding around the rear brake ducts, but nothing on the rest of the doors or fenders. I have read that wider "generic" flaps may provide more protection but personally, I think the extra protection would be marginal and I did not like the look of the wider flap.
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I liked the OEM, and the ACS is an exact match at considerable savings. No regrets w/the ACS.
Old 11-23-2016, 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by chris4728
Been researching topics about various side skirts for the Z06 and am down to these two to decide between. The difference in cost is $200, so that's something to consider. Has anyone seen both of these and can compare? I've found lots of good reviews on the ACS, but not much on the C7 Carbon.
Take a look at mine. If you like them I will get you in touch with my guy.
They are a fraction of the costs and much more durable than any other offerings. They are also available in my different styles. And they are all custom made to your order.








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Does ACS not make their parts in exposed carbon fiber? Don't see it on their web site
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Does ACS not make their parts in exposed carbon fiber? Don't see it on their web site
Nope. Makes it a no-go for me.

I'm looking into Caravaggio, APR, or OEM for carbon fiber Stage 2 front lip and side-skirts.
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Originally Posted by HPT
Nope. Makes it a no-go for me.

I'm looking into Caravaggio, APR, or OEM for carbon fiber Stage 2 front lip and side-skirts.
Might as well throw Apsis in there. I don't have a Z, but I'm trying to narrow the list down since this is something I want.

From what I see, Apsis and Caravaggio look to be about the same price with APR being more expensive
Old 11-24-2016, 07:29 AM
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I bought C7 Carbon with exposed C/F. The weave is really clean as is the clear coat. In fact, it's better than my APR wheel spats. Wish I could've done the front splitter in C/F but it will take too much abuse. Fit is really good but you do drill holes for the pop rivets.




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Old 11-24-2016, 08:56 AM
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Another vote for C7 Carbon. Zero issues installing them and now I'm considering the exposed carbon fiber ones which I probably should have bought in the first place LOL!

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