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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 07:50 PM
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Did some detailing under the hood


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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 07:53 PM
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Looking good.
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 07:54 PM
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Looks nice!

I think the key to engine bling is the "little".

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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 07:55 PM
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That's not a little .... That's a bunch and it looks badass
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 08:00 PM
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Thanks...lot of work but I enjoy the play off!!
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 08:03 PM
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Very nice...tastefully done. Looks great!
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 08:07 PM
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The new chrome pieces look very good and I will say your engine bay is very clean.
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 08:52 PM
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Damn, that look awesome!!
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Look'n good!

Now get that last piece for the vented cowl.
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THAT is truly beautiful. Very nice job
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Awesome!
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Nice job man very clean & nice...
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Looks good!

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Originally Posted by Vetteman Jack
The new chrome pieces look very good and I will say your engine bay is very clean.
Looks great!
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I want that, where from ? Looks fantastic on your car.
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