The RE Amemiya Style "Street" Diffuser
No it's not Turbo'd
Joined: Jun 2002
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From: Los Angeles, Ca
I wanted to share with those of you considering the Rhino Liner coating that there is a nice alternative at the auto parts store. Dupli-Colors Truck bed Coating TR-250 ($8) and Dupli-Colors Adhesion Promoter CP199 ($5).
1. Used Dawn to wash off release agents.
2. Then I lightly used 600grit to prep the surface for the adhesion promoter. Rewash or wipe down.
3. Follow the recommendation on the adhesion promoter applying 2-3 thin coats allowing 2-3 minutes between each coat.
4. Now for the Truck bed liner coat. Shake well. Apply this with in 10 minutes of your last coat of adhesion promoter. Spray 8-10 inches away from the surface. I tested my technique out on the rear section that is hidden from view.
5. I then covered the entire surface, focusing on what would be seen most or probably meet with some curbing. I particularily coated both piecs that wrap around the fender really well. You don't want to lay it on to heavy that it begins to look glossy or puddled.
6. I also coated the edges that would be seen on the fenders.
When the Truck Bed Coating starts reaching the end of the can it will start spitting out larger particles. STOP using it. Always keep the can as close to upright as possible. And you can never shake the can to much during use.
I used all of one can. I probably laid down two coats total over the entire surface and five to six coats total on the places I thought would see the most traffic.
Also if you're worried about losing the marks for the mounting holes then pre-drill through the center or completely drill them out prior to washing and prepping. I drilled them out after I was done painting. I used an x-acto knife to find the center and spun the blade back and forth creating a divot and then I slowly worked my way up with different sized bits. Definitely pre-drill with at least an 1/8 inch bit and then finish with one that matches the size of the mark.
Below are a few pics that show how uniform the texture is. The best part is should it ever get damaged or scratched touch up is easy. Also I test sprayed armor all on it and it looks great. (Use a spray or sponge, not cloth.)
Thanks to Ken and his crew for producing some of the best parts out there for our cars.
1. Used Dawn to wash off release agents.
2. Then I lightly used 600grit to prep the surface for the adhesion promoter. Rewash or wipe down.
3. Follow the recommendation on the adhesion promoter applying 2-3 thin coats allowing 2-3 minutes between each coat.
4. Now for the Truck bed liner coat. Shake well. Apply this with in 10 minutes of your last coat of adhesion promoter. Spray 8-10 inches away from the surface. I tested my technique out on the rear section that is hidden from view.
5. I then covered the entire surface, focusing on what would be seen most or probably meet with some curbing. I particularily coated both piecs that wrap around the fender really well. You don't want to lay it on to heavy that it begins to look glossy or puddled.
6. I also coated the edges that would be seen on the fenders.
When the Truck Bed Coating starts reaching the end of the can it will start spitting out larger particles. STOP using it. Always keep the can as close to upright as possible. And you can never shake the can to much during use.
I used all of one can. I probably laid down two coats total over the entire surface and five to six coats total on the places I thought would see the most traffic.
Also if you're worried about losing the marks for the mounting holes then pre-drill through the center or completely drill them out prior to washing and prepping. I drilled them out after I was done painting. I used an x-acto knife to find the center and spun the blade back and forth creating a divot and then I slowly worked my way up with different sized bits. Definitely pre-drill with at least an 1/8 inch bit and then finish with one that matches the size of the mark.
Below are a few pics that show how uniform the texture is. The best part is should it ever get damaged or scratched touch up is easy. Also I test sprayed armor all on it and it looks great. (Use a spray or sponge, not cloth.)
Thanks to Ken and his crew for producing some of the best parts out there for our cars.
That is a great writeup on the DIY way... and is definitely cheaper than the Rhino Liner / Line-X way @ $90-$100... Rhino /Line-X gives you a slightly coarser finish, see pic... and they give you a lifetime warrenty if you scrape it off you can go back and get it re-coated...
(Just a thought)
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Joined: Aug 2003
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From: SC
I'm sooo confused! 
LOL
Quote:
Originally Posted by Shabib67
Will this diffuser work with the Auto Burnout Rear Bumper?
Yes, with modification
Anybody actually done this? I e-mailed Shine about it and they said it wouldn't work. How much modification is needed?
Originally Posted by Shabib67
Will this diffuser work with the Auto Burnout Rear Bumper?
Yes, with modification
Anybody actually done this? I e-mailed Shine about it and they said it wouldn't work. How much modification is needed?
I GOTS MINE- Thanks Ken! You rock!!! Now I have to wait on my engine builder to finish so I can put all these parts on and decide on what color to paint them. Keep up the good work! -Matt
That is a great writeup on the DIY way... and is definitely cheaper than the Rhino Liner / Line-X way @ $90-$100... Rhino /Line-X gives you a slightly coarser finish, see pic... and they give you a lifetime warrenty if you scrape it off you can go back and get it re-coated...
(Just a thought)
(Just a thought)
i dont know where you are getting yours done, but the guy I used to work for that did rhino linings (converted from super liner) had a gun that could spray it from perfectly smooth to almost as rough as anyone would ever want.
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: South Florida
sorry but i am really lazy and don't want to look through all 22 pages to find the answer. is this diffuser available in CF? if so how do i get one? i saw carhuggers diffuser over the weekend and really really liked it.
thanks
thanks
They are in the process of making a carbon fiber version but it is not yet ready. There are about 5-7 people I believe in front of you that are interested and waiting to purchase a carbon fiber version if it is made. Price is going to be around 600+shipping. Hope that answers your questions.
Chris
Chris
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25. Christopher S. (carbon fiber )(twill weave)
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27. Nam N. (carbon fiber)
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30. Patti F.
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2. Michael M shipped
3. exmanos shipped
4. car hugger going to ship
5. rotaryfdtt
6. anonymous
7. Lazaro M. shipped
8. Paul_3rdgen
9. Madruk
10. rash_rvg
11. Heath F.
12. 1revn3rdegn
13. aoc007
14. Killer Penguin
15. Andrew R.
16. Doug. D
17. Trout2
18. Alberto G
19. Jonathan F.
20. WeakLink
21. Tian
22. Stephen M
23. xenocide
24. Steve W.
25. Christopher S. (carbon fiber )(twill weave)
26. afgmoto1978
27. Nam N. (carbon fiber)
28. Sean S.
29. Gianny M.
30. Patti F.
31. Neit N.
32. John D.
33. Marco L.
34. Daniel P.
35. ikill2
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36. socalfd- i will be contacting you tomorrow by phone thanks
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1. wptrx7 shipped
2. Michael M shipped
3. exmanos shipped
4. car hugger going to ship
5. rotaryfdtt
6. anonymous
7. Lazaro M. shipped
8. Paul_3rdgen
9. Madruk
10. rash_rvg
11. Heath F.
12. 1revn3rdegn
13. aoc007
14. Killer Penguin
15. Andrew R.
16. Doug. D
17. Trout2
18. Alberto G
19. Jonathan F.
20. WeakLink
21. Tian
22. Stephen M
23. xenocide
24. Steve W.
25. Christopher S. (carbon fiber )(twill weave)
26. afgmoto1978
27. Nam N. (carbon fiber)
28. Sean S.
29. Gianny M.
30. Patti F.
31. Neit N.
32. John D.
33. Marco L.
34. Daniel P.
35. ikill2
36. recon fd
37. socalfd- i will be contacting you tomorrow by phone thanks
2. Michael M shipped
3. exmanos shipped
4. car hugger going to ship
5. rotaryfdtt
6. anonymous
7. Lazaro M. shipped
8. Paul_3rdgen
9. Madruk
10. rash_rvg
11. Heath F.
12. 1revn3rdegn
13. aoc007
14. Killer Penguin
15. Andrew R.
16. Doug. D
17. Trout2
18. Alberto G
19. Jonathan F.
20. WeakLink
21. Tian
22. Stephen M
23. xenocide
24. Steve W.
25. Christopher S. (carbon fiber )(twill weave)
26. afgmoto1978
27. Nam N. (carbon fiber)
28. Sean S.
29. Gianny M.
30. Patti F.
31. Neit N.
32. John D.
33. Marco L.
34. Daniel P.
35. ikill2
36. recon fd
37. socalfd- i will be contacting you tomorrow by phone thanks
Guess I should have done that a while back. I already contacted them and they alreadyhave my deposit.
-josh
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From: South Florida
They are in the process of making a carbon fiber version but it is not yet ready. There are about 5-7 people I believe in front of you that are interested and waiting to purchase a carbon fiber version if it is made. Price is going to be around 600+shipping. Hope that answers your questions.
Chris
Chris
that helps a lot! is there a list for the carbon fiber one? if so, how do i get my name on the list?
thanks
