OK, so first of all, taking the bumper off is as easy as everyone says. Since this was my first time taking the bumper off it took me a minute to find the T50 bolts, only because I was looking in the wrong place. Once I had the inner fenders out I assumed they'd be up inside the car. After taking a second look I realized they are below the kidneys and above the mesh grill...on the outside. This may be stated in a DIY somewhere but whatever post I looked at did not specify. Once found....Bada Bing!
With the bumper off the mesh grill was replaced. This is pretty self explanatory once you are able to see the backside. There are clips for the headlight washer hoses (which need to be transfered to the new mesh) and circular fasteners that keep the mesh in place fixated to tabs. Othe than that it just fits in place.
Then next was the splitters. I'm not a big baller like most on this board so I had to go with reps as opposed to actual ACS. Overall the quality appears to be pretty good, time will tell but for the price, easily replaced. Anyway....I used a Loctite tape rated @ 100lbs. per roll (2 rolls w/ left over) and 10 self tapping screws, washers, and locking washers. That's it.
Fitment is good though not perfect....no complaints from me.
Excuse the paint chips and such....car is a daily driver at the moment.
Hopefully Wednesday my buddy can paint the roof and partially my mirrors.
(Thanks AtlantaM5 for inspiration on tasteful mods) ....Just remember, "Imitation is the Sincerest Form of Flattery."
*** GOTTA THANK MY FRIEND FLACO FOR THE EXTRA HAND!!!! LOVE YA MAN! ***
