DYI rear appearance/diffuser Mod
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DYI rear appearance/diffuser Mod
Hey Guys. I decided to take a chance in modifying the rear diffuser of my C7. I decided I did not want the current offerings, so I made one myself. Naturally, it is not perfect, since I used basic hand tools and know how, but, I am curious to get some feedback. Please let me know your thoughts. positive or negative. See attached photos.
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blkvet6 (06-27-2017)
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I'm just not feeling that one. I get that it's handmade, but it doesn't look very good and I can't see how it would serve any function but gathering dirt.
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Interesting proof of concept “underwing”. If I may, I would suggest keeping the center section just a *little* more “retracted” under the tailpipes – that rear edge being flush with the tailpipe surround is the least visually attractive aspect of the underwing IMHO.
Not sure if it’s my style, but I can see others buying it.
Not sure if it’s my style, but I can see others buying it.
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lyttle66 (06-28-2017)
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Uh... This is for looks? That doesn't flow well.
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Melting Slicks
Well, not feeling it. Check out ASC, they have a rear diffuser kit that looks OEM. Will put you back $400, but don't go cheap. You have a beautiful car (America's Sports Car). Make her proud!!!
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St. Jude Donor'15
I applaud your creativity-I'm not sure if it works for me though.....
At the end of the day, it's your car. The only one you have to please is yourself.
At the end of the day, it's your car. The only one you have to please is yourself.
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lyttle66 (06-28-2017)
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Good Observation
Interesting proof of concept “underwing”. If I may, I would suggest keeping the center section just a *little* more “retracted” under the tailpipes – that rear edge being flush with the tailpipe surround is the least visually attractive aspect of the underwing IMHO.
Not sure if it’s my style, but I can see others buying it.
Not sure if it’s my style, but I can see others buying it.
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Not my style but you do have creative skills.
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I like to dare to be different also! However, it's your car and I respect what others do to there own but just not my taste and it doesn't have a clean 'finished' look. If fit was tight and not gaps where you see bolts/washer show through then it might look better. Work on the fit and make it appear it belongs or naturally part of the car then it might look better. Good luck continuing to improve upon the concept and you never know as you might be on to something with a more polished and finished look.
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Burning Brakes
I am trying to wrap my head around this. Good job for doing it yourself but why did you opt for this? I do not see any added value or benefit with this modification.