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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 10:03 AM
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My car is up at Autobuffs right now getting some work done,including replacing the stock hood. I'm also getting the Tigershark front end. I had been bouncing around both the Ecklers High Rise(MCM knock off hood) and the Tigershark hood. I finally decided on the Ecklers yesterday. Did I make a mistake?
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 10:17 AM
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I really like the MCM hood but can't decide if I'm going Maggie or not. I think I'm leaning toward the real MCM version.
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Originally Posted by Lancejoker
My car is up at Autobuffs right now getting some work done,including replacing the stock hood. I'm also getting the Tigershark front end. I had been bouncing around both the Ecklers High Rise(MCM knock off hood) and the Tigershark hood. I finally decided on the Ecklers yesterday. Did I make a mistake?
Yes...stock hood looks fine.

Seriously though, it's your money and your discerning eye that matters. If you like it then go with it.
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Lance,

After speaking with you on Friday, I sensed the indecision in your voice. I instructed Jan to hold off on ordering the hood until she speaks with you on Monday.

This means you didnt make a mistake at all but inturn gained some time to research this and make a choice your happy with. Jan will call you in the morning and you can give her your final choice then


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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 10:33 AM
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Lance,

After speaking with you on Friday, I sensed the indecision in your voice. I instructed Jan to hold off on ordering the hood until she speaks with you on Monday.

This means you didnt make a mistake at all but inturn gained some time to research this and make a choice your happy with. Jan will call you in the morning and you can give her your final choice then


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Thats a great reason to work with this company! NOW THATS SERVICE!!!
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Get the hood you like best, not what we like and looking forward to finished photos
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John,you are too good man.
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Originally Posted by JPM@AutoBuffs
Lance,

After speaking with you on Friday, I sensed the indecision in your voice. I instructed Jan to hold off on ordering the hood until she speaks with you on Monday.

This means you didnt make a mistake at all but inturn gained some time to research this and make a choice your happy with. Jan will call you in the morning and you can give her your final choice then
That's amazing, well done!
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I agree that the stock hood is very nice. Unless you are going with the MCM with the clear carbon fiber center, I wouldn't spend the bucks on a new hood. I like the tiger shark hood from the side view, but can't decide if I like the hump look from the front view. I admit that I've never seen it in person...only pics. I'm a huge fan of the tigershark nose, and will go there some day. Good luck.
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 11:07 AM
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My stock hood was damaged. I am going to have to replace it either way. As we all know,if you must replace,might as well upgrade.
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Lancejoker
My stock hood was damaged. I am going to have to replace it either way. As we all know,if you must replace,might as well upgrade.
It only makes sense to upgrade to what pleases you and your check book..... If you like a specific hood and can afford to go with what you want, do it.

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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 11:49 AM
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Me personally, I like all the Tiger Shark stuff. In the end, it has to make YOU happy though.
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Originally Posted by flynbyu2
Me personally, I like all the Tiger Shark stuff. In the end, it has to make YOU happy though.
Tigershark for sure
Old Jan 24, 2010 | 12:04 PM
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John how many pics of the Tigershark hood on your car do you have?



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