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redcoats1976 · 01-10-2023, 05:32 PM

i like it,looks good.

HellerW · 01-10-2023, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by SSFury

I'm the kind of guy that once I get an idea in my head, I tend to go at it because otherwise it will just live in my thoughts and consume me. So with my too-small air compressor, and a trusted die-grinder, I took to chopping and trimming. The end result is definitely different. I gotta admit, I like it. It exposes the Crash Bar, which I might put some LED Light strips on for the reverse light. It also shows off the exhaust, which I haven't had time to polish yet, but it's now on my list of things to do.

I really like the way it shows off your exhaust like that. Dope

ABM2SS · 01-11-2023, 06:33 AM

Damn, SSFury. It looks really good. Now I'm considering doing that to my car.

SaReNi · 01-11-2023, 06:24 PM

https://youtu.be/URj-uoyDKqw

rocknroll_jeph · 01-11-2023, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSFury

I'm the kind of guy that once I get an idea in my head, I tend to go at it because otherwise it will just live in my thoughts and consume me. So with my too-small air compressor, and a trusted die-grinder, I took to chopping and trimming. The end result is definitely different. I gotta admit, I like it. It exposes the Crash Bar, which I might put some LED Light strips on for the reverse light. It also shows off the exhaust, which I haven't had time to polish yet, but it's now on my list of things to do.

To me that looks amazing. If I can find an extra lower section to cut, I will probably be copying you- and possibly bugging you for advice!

I have some matte black plastic-dip I used to paint the rear light bezels, I would probably black out the crash bar if I go through with the surgery.

ABM2SS · 01-12-2023, 06:58 AM

SSFury,

What did you use to cut the panel? I decided I'm going to copycat your modification.

SSFury · 01-12-2023, 10:28 AM

I just used a die-grinder with a cut off wheel to make the cuts, then a 2 in dotco pad with a 2' 180 grit disc to clean it up. Finish it up with a good draw file to smooth it out. Just remember that its plastic, and flaws can't be "Buffed out", so take your time.

One other thing you are going to have to do, is there is a plastic "Honeycomb" styled support behind the diffuser to give it strength so it doesn't "Flutter" at speed. It comes off real easy, there are only 5 or 6 plastic tabs that hold it in place. There are some wires attached to it, so just move it aside to trim the diffuser. Once you trim the diffuser, the support structure behind it needs to be trimmed down also. I just left the structure intact up to where the support tabs are, then cut the rest off. It will make sense when you look at it, trust me.

This is one of those mods you cant undo. You cant just decide to buy a new diffuser because you dont like the look, because you have to mod the supporting structure. So this is one of those you just have to make your mind up before you do it.

Now at least, there's a good picture available of what it looks like when you're done, so it's a slightly less risky of a decision. Oh yeah, I've polished my exhaust now.. Well worth it!!

ABM2SS · 01-12-2023, 11:56 AM

Cool, Thanks.

ABM2SS · 03-20-2023, 08:41 AM

SSFury, I'm pretty happy with the results. I did a good job hiding my Mufflers (I sold them to Kroot Metal Recycling).

01-11-2023, 06:24 PM	#18
SaReNi Drives: 2012 SS Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Florida Posts: 406	https://youtu.be/URj-uoyDKqw __________________ 2012 Camaro SS

01-12-2023, 10:28 AM	#21
SSFury My Road Rage is Legendary Drives: 2011 IOM 2SS/RS "Fury" Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Sahuarita AZ Posts: 735 View My Garage	I just used a die-grinder with a cut off wheel to make the cuts, then a 2 in dotco pad with a 2' 180 grit disc to clean it up. Finish it up with a good draw file to smooth it out. Just remember that its plastic, and flaws can't be "Buffed out", so take your time. One other thing you are going to have to do, is there is a plastic "Honeycomb" styled support behind the diffuser to give it strength so it doesn't "Flutter" at speed. It comes off real easy, there are only 5 or 6 plastic tabs that hold it in place. There are some wires attached to it, so just move it aside to trim the diffuser. Once you trim the diffuser, the support structure behind it needs to be trimmed down also. I just left the structure intact up to where the support tabs are, then cut the rest off. It will make sense when you look at it, trust me. This is one of those mods you cant undo. You cant just decide to buy a new diffuser because you dont like the look, because you have to mod the supporting structure. So this is one of those you just have to make your mind up before you do it. Now at least, there's a good picture available of what it looks like when you're done, so it's a slightly less risky of a decision. Oh yeah, I've polished my exhaust now.. Well worth it!! Attached Images __________________ Every Time You Buckle Up In That Car, Tonight Might Be The Night That You Die.

03-20-2023, 08:41 AM	#23
ABM2SS Drives: 2010 SS M6 ABM Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Nashville, IN Posts: 270	SSFury, I'm pretty happy with the results. I did a good job hiding my Mufflers (I sold them to Kroot Metal Recycling). Attached Images

01-10-2023, 05:32 PM	#15
redcoats1976 Drives: LT W/2LT,blue metallic Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: central florida Posts: 4,915	i like it,looks good.

01-11-2023, 06:33 AM	#17
ABM2SS Drives: 2010 SS M6 ABM Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Nashville, IN Posts: 270	Damn, SSFury. It looks really good. Now I'm considering doing that to my car.

01-12-2023, 06:58 AM	#20
ABM2SS Drives: 2010 SS M6 ABM Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Nashville, IN Posts: 270	SSFury, What did you use to cut the panel? I decided I'm going to copycat your modification.

01-12-2023, 11:56 AM	#22
ABM2SS Drives: 2010 SS M6 ABM Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Nashville, IN Posts: 270	Cool, Thanks.