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Old 09-21-2006, 06:10 PM
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Thumbs up First "production" JP Type-N in the USA is finally here!

Test fitting was supposed to go down today, but I was super busy so I couldn't do it. However, it will be test fitted next week after I get back from San Francisco. There are some imperfections that need to be worked out, but nonetheless it is still better than many of the replicas out there. JP quality!

Original Mold on jtuned November 2005:



Now on to the sneak peek pics:





and a funny sign of course! Only in Ontario!!!! hahaa


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Old 09-21-2006, 06:15 PM
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so is this a replica of another kit, or an original design?
Old 09-21-2006, 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by gNaRKiLL
so is this a replica of another kit, or an original design?
JP USA does not make replicas.

http://www.jtuned.com/content/templa...d=336&zoneid=2
Old 09-21-2006, 06:21 PM
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Looks some what like the INGS bumper i want to buy. Is it made out of poly or fiberglass? I'd pick one up right now as long as it's not fiberglass.
Old 09-21-2006, 06:25 PM
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Rick...I want one.....
Old 09-21-2006, 06:27 PM
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PRETTY! I bet that bumper would look good with a FMIC mounted. Your car always looks good Rickdogg. Keep it up!
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Originally Posted by Subrwho
Looks some what like the INGS bumper i want to buy. Is it made out of poly or fiberglass? I'd pick one up right now as long as it's not fiberglass.
JP USA does utilize polyurethane on their lip kits, but not on their full bumpers they do not for a few reasons.

#1-The bumper will flex too much under high speed
#2-This will hurt aerodynamic performance of the bumper
Old 09-21-2006, 06:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Nitrouz
Rick...I want one.....
This is the first production model as the one on the jtuned shoot as the actual MOLD haha. They are going to test fit it and see what bugs they may have to work out before selling to the public to ensure good quality control.

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PRETTY! I bet that bumper would look good with a FMIC mounted. Your car always looks good Rickdogg. Keep it up!
Oh yes it would! Thanks man!
Old 09-21-2006, 06:32 PM
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Are they up for sale yet? I need a bumper badly, but i'm scared that the fiberglass will crack and look horrible. Still, i'm willing to try i guess? Are you able to quote prices shipped yet or no??

Edit: You hadn't posted the previous post before i made this one. But be sure to put me on the 1st list of availability when they come up. I'll take one.

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Old 09-21-2006, 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Subrwho
Are they up for sale yet? I need a bumper badly, but i'm scared that the fiberglass will crack and look horrible. Still, i'm willing to try i guess? Are you able to quote prices shipped yet or no??

Edit: You hadn't posted the previous post before i made this one.
Hehe no worries. Once they test fit it on my car next week and see if it is a green light, I will work with them to start a group by for my350z.com members
Old 09-21-2006, 07:08 PM
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No green, very good so far...
Old 09-22-2006, 12:29 AM
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Rick: get at me man. I havent heard from you in a while but i have been reading your posts. Let me know how this bumper thing goes because it will go along great with the FMIC i will be having soon......oh and whats going on with the dry carbon stuff? later

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Old 09-22-2006, 06:23 AM
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cant wait
Old 09-22-2006, 07:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Nitrouz
Rick...I want one.....
Interesting cause I just happened to become a JP dealer
Old 09-22-2006, 08:51 AM
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I want the sides and rear.

Awesome kit. I like the lines of it.

Thanks Rick
Old 09-22-2006, 08:59 AM
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Do they still race near the ontario airport?
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Originally Posted by Andy@Performance
Interesting cause I just happened to become a JP dealer
really now?...
Old 10-09-2006, 07:02 PM
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Here is a pic of the sideskirts and front bumper on. Front is on without any bolts or zipties. Not too bad, but some imperfections need to be worked out before they release it to the public

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Ill have to admit, ill be waiting for this bumper to be made by APC. They just make great American products.

lol, all bull**** aside, i may be a Rickdogg look a like! Let me know details on this Rick.

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Old 10-09-2006, 07:32 PM
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^^^^


Rick ive always loved that bumper...glad to see they are finally getting closer to releasing it


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