Koshi interior parts question
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From: Manassas
the tape you linked to did not hold up long term for me. I’ve been doing this stuff for a while and pretty well versed in preparation for adhesion etc. The authentic 3m VHB tape comes in a pretty thin and narrow size which I am going to use to re-apply the interior pieces. The clear stuff shown seemed great but a couple pieces just gave way randomly and without much use (I drive the car like 500 miles per year). If you have great luck with it, good on you, but it seemed fine for me until it didn’t - I would prefer not to have a piece fall off while opening the door etc or worse, have one fall off and break.
As far as the front splitter, I have that as well and I used 3m tape on the inner top and bottom portions of the carbon overlay which worked great - I also drilled two tiny holes so I could use screws underneath just in case - my Koshi lip has two predrilled holes. I also removed the whole bumper and the center black piece to ensure a good application and correct fit. Just note that the factory black piece will be permanently scratched once the Koshi piece goes over top. Takes time, but patience is rewarded.
As far as the front splitter, I have that as well and I used 3m tape on the inner top and bottom portions of the carbon overlay which worked great - I also drilled two tiny holes so I could use screws underneath just in case - my Koshi lip has two predrilled holes. I also removed the whole bumper and the center black piece to ensure a good application and correct fit. Just note that the factory black piece will be permanently scratched once the Koshi piece goes over top. Takes time, but patience is rewarded.
Do you have any pics of your ride?
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I bought various thicknesses of tape and did numerous test fittings to see where the deeper voids were. Takes a little time, but worth the peace of mind and yes, I would be horrified for someone to compliment the car and then have something fall off of it.
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I don’t have photos of the completed work, I bought extra trim pieces to go around the seat controls etc and painted them paint black to match the carbon better, but I have to take the door cards off to install and I also bought extra vents and plan to remove the originals completely and replace with the carbon covered ones. I also have been working on a couple other cars more so the jag has been kicked to the curb for a bit. I will get my stuff together in the near future (hopefully) and get some photos.
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Looks really good and expensive
I couldn't install that bit on the triangular void, do you need remove something prior installation, any tips?
Last edited by bcbruno; Jun 5, 2022 at 04:43 AM.
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That piece gave me fits too but if you work with it trying different angles it will pop in. I used some soapy water to ease the friction.
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it is a little tricky - almost looks like it is too large, but if you work it back and forth being careful not to put too much strain or flex on it, it will snap in.
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