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Cyrk
02/08/2004, 02:34 PM
Just checking out Naoki's site and I see he made or got some new taillight covers for his VX. Cool looking piece but not for me...


http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/9.JPG

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/DSCF0629x.JPG

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/10.JPG

http://vehi.kt.fc2.com/2004oha1/DSCF0704a.JPG

-Dave

XCross69
02/08/2004, 03:07 PM
OOHHH, now these I like....ALOT!! Can we get these?

2K1 1K2
02/08/2004, 03:46 PM
saw these on his website, as well. NICE! i'm guessing he would probably offer them along w/his other VX accessories. wonder if he'd be able to locate any OEM accessories left out there (if any)? Naoki? :?:

-jose

Tone
02/08/2004, 03:58 PM
I'll be helping Naoki sell /ship those in the US - should be up on my site in the next week or so along with a rear wing to replace our spoiler for those who are interested.

dutchie
02/08/2004, 04:35 PM
He even might be able to make them in chrome....
PS Jose, if you`re still interested in that last piece of OEM hardware we talked about in our previous mails, then give me the word and I`ll ask Naoki to send it.;)

2K1 1K2
02/08/2004, 04:37 PM
dutchie...

GRACIAS! i'll pm you...

-jose

WormGod
02/08/2004, 04:43 PM
I wonder if they are available in a NON carbon fiber look. Not too interested in CF. I guess one could always paint them.

dutchie
02/08/2004, 06:15 PM
I think they`re available in normal unpainted FRP.;)

VX4EJR
02/08/2004, 06:59 PM
Just curious...what's the url to Naoki's site?

zadam123
02/08/2004, 07:01 PM
Originally posted by dutchie
He even might be able to make them in chrome....


I would be interisted in these! :D

adam

nyc #1 ironman
02/08/2004, 07:03 PM
Hey Tone,
What are the chances the wing price has come down any, or will it go up?

Apostle
02/08/2004, 09:05 PM
im interested in these as well, but not in CF

waiting impatiently Tone

dutchie
02/08/2004, 10:40 PM
http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/

You need to have Japanese fonts installed.
An English page is in the make!

For a rough translation use:

http://world.altavista.com/

PS Beakloss=Vehicross

SGT.BATGUANO
02/09/2004, 05:12 PM
I was snoopin' on Naoki's site and was wondering if you could clear up a couple questions.

Maybe it's a cultural thing, but whatup with the magnets, gold foil and magic rocks ?:confused:

Also, what is the device on the exhaust flange?

Thanks.

P.S. how's the fam?

Eckstream
02/09/2004, 08:05 PM
Tone.... Any thought about bringin any of those exhausts over? Id be interested cuz the pvs are too loud..... Id love to see how those sound.....

SPAZZ
02/09/2004, 08:36 PM
if you install a powervault and still have a stock exhaust tip, it greatly helps by getting rid of it for one that does not megaphone the sound.... hard to say.. but I changed out my exuast tip and it is WAY better on the sound now...but is still too loud.

Bottom line for all of you out there who enjoy the quietness of the stock muffler, if your like the quiet ...the powervault is NOT for you

dutchie
02/09/2004, 09:24 PM
SGT.BATGUANO, the Fam is doing great, the missus` belly gets bigger, the sex gets less...:( you know the usual "pregnant" stuff.
No complains, found out it`s gonna be a boy!



http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/powerup/dscf0113.jpg
this is a minus ion sheet, it generates minus ion. It is said to improve torque.(according to the manufacturer)

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/powerup/DSCF0514a.jpg
this is called ariel tape, it improves the fuel consumption and provides a slight power increase.(according to the manufacturer)

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/powerup/DSCF0203a.jpg
This is called a toll marine power sheet and again it generates minus ion

The thing on his muffler is, a device with which you can change the sound of the muffler, you push a little button and the muffler quietens with slightly decreased power, and reverse.

And so there`s much more...
Naoki put it in it`s car with the thought of "at least it can`t be bad"
But since he has the S/C and the awesome AES muffler(+25 hp, measured et all), he really doesn`t feel the difference anymore.
:D

SGT.BATGUANO
02/09/2004, 09:44 PM
What about the "magic rocks" in the foil around the fuel rail?

Congrats on your son to be!

Daver
02/10/2004, 02:14 PM
Well, I know deionizing water (the Mr. Clean stuff) will avoid water spots after washing your car, even drip-drying it!

That's gotta be worth some extra horsepower too...

-Daver

Cyrk
02/13/2004, 07:39 AM
http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover/rearlampcover.htm

Updated... still not sure if i like them... Might if they were all black for my Ebony VX or chrome? Or the Cladding color I bet would be perfect for me.

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover/5.JPG

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover/4.JPG

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover2/DSCF0597a.JPG


http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover2/DSCF0867a.JPG

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover2/DSCF0923a.JPG

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover2/DSCF0915a.JPG

Cyrk
02/13/2004, 07:49 AM
Photoshopped in chrome... much better,
What do ya think?
-Dave

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/39chrome_tail.jpg

Bantan
02/13/2004, 08:30 AM
Originally posted by Cyrk
Photoshopped in chrome and black... much better,
What do ya think?
-Dave

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/39chrome_tail.jpg

Me liekey thee chrome!

Cyrk
02/18/2004, 08:18 AM
Well he added leds...

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover3/4.JPG

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover3/9.JPG


and made black ones, which I think I want... Tone how much are they going to be and when are you getting them?

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover4/15.JPG

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover4/13.JPG


http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover4/12.JPG

WormGod
02/18/2004, 08:23 AM
Damn shame blue lights are illegal on cars. :p

Red would look pretty tight in there however.

I do like that black finish. Keeping my eye open on this one.

Cyrk
02/18/2004, 08:27 AM
updated my photoshop with his new black cover...
VERY nice...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/39blacktailights.jpg

Tone
02/18/2004, 07:05 PM
Naoki just emailed that they are due out of production late next week and he would have pricing at that time. I will have them added to my page as soon as I can.

dutchie
02/19/2004, 04:29 AM
I just met Naoki, and he was on his way, to check out how much the chrome version is gonna cost.
The black one is FRP and paintable in any colour you like!:D
I also think that the LED`s can be changed into another colour, or just the holes, so you can put your own ones in it..!
I am going for the C/F version though....their absolutely gorgeous!
:D

kpaske
02/21/2004, 10:33 AM
Will these be sold in the glossy black, pre-made? Are the LED's a buyer add-on, or will they be sold pre-made this way also?

2K1 1K2
02/29/2004, 08:39 PM
check out the chromes...

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover5/rearlampcover5.htm


-jose

Apostle
03/01/2004, 07:11 AM
When are these going to be made available?

Cyrk
03/01/2004, 07:12 AM
Sweet looking!

http://homepage3.nifty.com/vehi/rearlampcover5/7.JPG

Chopper
03/02/2004, 04:52 PM
I'm in... gloss black, an' I don't care if blue lights are illegal--- the blue LED'S work. I'm doin it. F them. Visited his site last nite, the covers are excelent....with the blue. Wazzup with the fit on his rear door?? Half open I hope.

Maverick
03/03/2004, 08:55 AM
im in too, black also, No leds though...ill fit my own later maybe...

i chipped my taillight while installing a hitch wiring kit when i popped the assembly back in last night (:flame2: ) then i found a small crack in the other that mustve been existing.. these should hide those issues nicely.. well , im off to get some crazy glue... :waag:

dutchie
03/03/2004, 04:42 PM
Tone will do the distribution inside the US for all Naoki`s products as of now.
this has as advantage that the shipping costs will decrease and the shipping speed increase;)

AK VX Lvr
03/03/2004, 04:50 PM
Any idea when the CF covers will actually be for sale in the US then?? How about the CF running board covers??:wtfr2:
Thx,
Dave

Apostle
03/03/2004, 06:30 PM
Yeah, but WHEN???


got cash in hand waiting for a black one

Tone
03/04/2004, 08:11 AM
Covers are on their way and I hope to have ordering up on my site this weekend. I am asking them to send a few sets in advance to quell any fears some of you might have with sending money overseas. If you could email me directly which covers you want, I'll make sure the correct number get sent over.

Cyrk
03/04/2004, 08:19 AM
Sweet! any idea how much they will be?

Also cannot decide what I want Gloss Black or Chrome?

Tone if and when the come in can you take a photo of the on or next to your ebony so I can see which would be best for my ebony?

My photoshop skills are not enough for my to decide.

Thanks!
-Dave

Capri
03/04/2004, 12:40 PM
I think price will dictate whether i want it or not...hmmm :confused:

AK VX Lvr
03/04/2004, 01:15 PM
Price is a definite factor for me as well!! Tone, do we have to wait until you get them before we find out what the cost is going to be?? I'd like a set of the CF ones (price dependant). Also, are you going to be selling the CF door sills also??

:?: :?:

Thx,
Dave

AlaskaVX
03/04/2004, 02:17 PM
Originally posted by AK VX Lvr
Price is a definite factor for me as well!! Tone, do we have to wait until you get them before we find out what the cost is going to be?? I'd like a set of the CF ones (price dependant). Also, are you going to be selling the CF door sills also??
ditto

Apostle
03/04/2004, 02:57 PM
my figureing of cost:

Normal price of tailight covers for other vehicles: $50
Shipping from overseas to hear (bulk rate per piece): $5
Tone manageing project (time and effort): $10
Shipping to Cont US: $10
Haveing mod that everyone wants that doesnt read this board: PRICELESS


So about $75 - $100 is roughly what i see them going for.




EDIT: price does not reflect carbon fiber pieces

AK VX Lvr
03/04/2004, 04:28 PM
Sounds reasonable----although I'd rather hear it from the one selling them?!?!
:thanx:
I already purchased the CF halfmoon directly from Naoki a few months ago---rapid shipment from Japan; & all was great without a middleman/transit point!!
Prices please for the CF covers & CF doorsills???
:?:
Dave

Chopper
03/04/2004, 05:07 PM
Either way it gets done, I'm in. I think black on Ebony, the chrome would be too gaudy. Carbon fiber maybe... could always paint them to match.( Love havin' a paint shop)

WyrreJ
03/04/2004, 10:23 PM
How about black nickel instead of chrome?

Chopper
03/06/2004, 05:04 AM
Black nickel will definitely work. Think wiring the LEDs to a seperate, dedicated switch, may be wise 'specialy in blue.