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Old Jul 28, 2015 | 05:46 PM
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How hard is the install on these?

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Originally Posted by ssidekickbp
How hard is the install on these?

Anyone do them?
I'd love to hear about this as well, and see a pic if anyone has one.
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Old Jul 28, 2015 | 07:02 PM
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I like them too, I think they add a more aggresive look to the back. According to their website it's three bolts per, templates included. Sounds like some drilling. Hopefully someone that's done it will chime in.
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Old Jul 28, 2015 | 07:20 PM
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Mine is in the body shop right now being done; along with the splitter and new ZR51 spoiler.
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Old Jul 29, 2015 | 09:36 AM
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I've added these to my C7. Install took about an hour, with the car backed onto ramps for a little extra clearance. The bumper does not need to be removed, and the provided template makes placing the holes very easy. I think they look great, and not like add-ons at all. I don't have any pictures handy for today, but I will take a few tonight and post them tomorrow.
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I've added these to my C7. Install took about an hour, with the car backed onto ramps for a little extra clearance. The bumper does not need to be removed, and the provided template makes placing the holes very easy. I think they look great, and not like add-ons at all. I don't have any pictures handy for today, but I will take a few tonight and post them tomorrow.
Please do, also do you think it's possible to add two sets? Two on each side I mean?
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Originally Posted by ssidekickbp
do you think it's possible to add two sets? Two on each side I mean?
I wouldn't do that. To me, they seem too thick to look appropriate if you added two per side.
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I wouldn't do that. To me, they seem too thick to look appropriate if you added two per side.
Good to know. Can't wait for pics.

Install not too bad then? I'm just afraid of drilling....
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Old Jul 29, 2015 | 10:46 AM
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The install was easy, once you get past the idea of drilling holed in your bumper cover. Totally worth it, by the way.
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Old Jul 29, 2015 | 11:05 AM
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Originally Posted by ssidekickbp
Please do, also do you think it's possible to add two sets? Two on each side I mean?
I called and talked to the ACS team directly regarding the possibility of adding a second set of fins. They recommend not to do that. The system was not engineered to accommodate 2 sets of fins. According to them during my conversation they even stated that you would not get any added benefit with a second set of fins and if anything it might even be detrimental. As soon as I get my Vette back I will post photos as well.
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Here are a few pics of the fins installed on my car:
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Here are a few pics of the fins installed on my car:
They look great! Do they come painted??

Also could you take a shot of them directly from behind the car?
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Yes, in carbon flash (an exact match for the rest of the lower bumper cover).
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Originally Posted by DocHolliday
I'd love to hear about this as well, and see a pic if anyone has one.
AS promised. Just got the car back today from all the other mods added.
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They're nice looking, but expensive. Any deals on them anywhere?
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