Ordering Wide Body Kit
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Racer
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From: Pasadena Maryland
Ordering Wide Body Kit
Hey guys - My car is going to ECS on Monday for a cam install. When it gets back I'm ordering a wide body kit.
I know of two vendors on these boards that sell the complete kit. I'm looking for advice on the best route to take, any details I should know?
From what I've read I guess I can expect to pay about 1,200 for the full kit, and about 700-1,000 for installation/paint.
Any info on this project and the best source for the kit would be great.
Mike
I know of two vendors on these boards that sell the complete kit. I'm looking for advice on the best route to take, any details I should know?
From what I've read I guess I can expect to pay about 1,200 for the full kit, and about 700-1,000 for installation/paint.
Any info on this project and the best source for the kit would be great.
Mike
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St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10-'11
Oh yeah, fast car being built.
You picked the right shop.
I would get a low overlap blower cam now and settle for 480rwhp now instead of going full size on the cam making another 20. It makes your future ECS 2200 s/c that much better down the road and you know I'll talk you into it.
You picked the right shop.
I would get a low overlap blower cam now and settle for 480rwhp now instead of going full size on the cam making another 20. It makes your future ECS 2200 s/c that much better down the road and you know I'll talk you into it.
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For $1200, you must be talking about the rear kit only. The full widebody kit, both front and rear, is closer to $4000 for just parts.
Yes, two good vendors for GM parts. I have read a few issues with the kits purchased from www.partstaxi.com, in that some parts were missing. I am sure though that Kevin took care of whatever needed taken care of.
I purchased my rear kit from Gene at www.gmpartshouse.com. Everything was included and no issues at all. There was no partstaxi here on the forum when I purchased my kit.
I paid $1600 for paint only, no labor. This was for Crystal Red, which ended up being a real pain to match. I also had the lower rear exhaust panel painted body color and that was included in the $1600 cost.
Don't forget the cost of new rims/tires to take advantage of the new widebody.
Yes, two good vendors for GM parts. I have read a few issues with the kits purchased from www.partstaxi.com, in that some parts were missing. I am sure though that Kevin took care of whatever needed taken care of.
I purchased my rear kit from Gene at www.gmpartshouse.com. Everything was included and no issues at all. There was no partstaxi here on the forum when I purchased my kit.
I paid $1600 for paint only, no labor. This was for Crystal Red, which ended up being a real pain to match. I also had the lower rear exhaust panel painted body color and that was included in the $1600 cost.
Don't forget the cost of new rims/tires to take advantage of the new widebody.
Last edited by Swiftrider08; Feb 19, 2010 at 07:55 AM.
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St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10-'11
For $1200, you must be talking about the rear kit only. The full widebody kit, both front and rear, is closer to $4000 for just parts.
Yes, two good vendors for GM parts. I have read a few issues with the kits purchased from www.partstaxi.com, in that some parts were missing. I am sure though that Kevin took care of whatever needed taken care of.
I purchased my rear kit from Gene at www.gmpartshouse.com. Everything was included and no issues at all. There was no partstaxi here on the forum when I purchased my kit.
I paid $1600 for paint only, no labor. This was for Crystal Red, which ended up being a real pain to match. I also had the lower rear exhaust panel painted body color and that was included in the $1600 cost.
Don't forget the cost of new rims/tires to take advantage of the new widebody.
Yes, two good vendors for GM parts. I have read a few issues with the kits purchased from www.partstaxi.com, in that some parts were missing. I am sure though that Kevin took care of whatever needed taken care of.
I purchased my rear kit from Gene at www.gmpartshouse.com. Everything was included and no issues at all. There was no partstaxi here on the forum when I purchased my kit.
I paid $1600 for paint only, no labor. This was for Crystal Red, which ended up being a real pain to match. I also had the lower rear exhaust panel painted body color and that was included in the $1600 cost.
Don't forget the cost of new rims/tires to take advantage of the new widebody.
It appears you run stock rear wheels. Are they widened with an adapter?
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Racer
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Damn it Spin - I had it in my head that this was going to be my last performance mod, but I have a feeling you're right about the blower.
Yes Swift - I was referring to the rear fender kit. You paid 1600 for JUST PAINT?!?! Yes I have wheels figured in as well.
Mike
Yes Swift - I was referring to the rear fender kit. You paid 1600 for JUST PAINT?!?! Yes I have wheels figured in as well.
Mike
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Yes, rear rims are stock style that were widened to 12" by www.weldcraftwheels.com. I am running an adapter that is 1.75" thick. That is all about to change though as I just installed Z06 brakes and have new chrome Z06 size spyders and tires sitting in the garage. Tire sizes are the stock Z06 size. Plan to do a front ZR1 conversion in the future.
Racer
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From: Webster New York
I went with parts taxi. They were reasonably quick on shipping and everything needed was sent. Cost me $900 for paint and install on a black vert. Between the parts ($1200), paint and install ($900) and new CCWs with new tires ($4350), it wasn't cheap but well worth it. I used adapters on my old CCWs for a while without any problems. Good luck.
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St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10-'11
Yes, rear rims are stock style that were widened to 12" by www.weldcraftwheels.com. I am running an adapter that is 1.75" thick. That is all about to change though as I just installed Z06 brakes and have new chrome Z06 size spyders and tires sitting in the garage. Tire sizes are the stock Z06 size. Plan to do a front ZR1 conversion in the future.
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Thanks for the referral. I certainly appreciate it. I would be happy to help you out with a kit. Should any vendor try to undercut us I would be happy to price match. Whatever you need. I have had no complaints that I forgot anything.
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I've bought most of my body stuff from Gene. In the last couple of months I've also checked into replacing my factory nav unit and Gene gave me a better shot than anyone so before spring I'll order it from him. (as long as he stands by it) It'll be undercover in the garage for at least 2 more months.