Help! Version Select on an intercooled Z
09-12-2007, 03:22 PM
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Help! Version Select on an intercooled Z
I searched first and couldn't find any specific write-ups where a Version Select full bumper kit had been installed on a turbo-charged Z with a front-mount intercooler.
Would somebody who's done this please pipe up? Is there a lot of trimming on the backside of the Version Select front bumper? Will it clearance the eyelet for the tow-hook in the stock bumper support? How did everything line up? On a scale of 1-10, how's it fit?
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Bruce
Would somebody who's done this please pipe up? Is there a lot of trimming on the backside of the Version Select front bumper? Will it clearance the eyelet for the tow-hook in the stock bumper support? How did everything line up? On a scale of 1-10, how's it fit?
Thanks,
Bruce
09-12-2007, 05:37 PM
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i have the Vertex front bumper, and it covers teh eyelet for the tow hook, so I would assume the Version Select one would do the same. Likewise, i remeber seeing a blue z with a replicia vertex kit floating around with an FMIC, and there was definite trimming to make things fit.
09-12-2007, 07:53 PM
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I wonder how much clearance most body shops are leaving between the I/C and the back edges of the bumper? I thought I'd leave as much material as possible, to direct all the flow through the I/C and radiator. Right now, when I test-fitted it, there's only 3/8" spacing. Anybody else?
09-12-2007, 08:09 PM
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You'll definitely need to cut. Exactly how much, not sure but here are some pics from the Vertex Gallery for reference. Looks like it will depend on the type/size FMIC you get. BTW...you might want to check with Vantage since I know he had a FMIC. His is the red like one like yours 
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As always, thanks for your help. I was re-reading all 18 pages of your Vertex thread and looking at pictures when you posted:-) I know Vantage sold his bodykit recently. Tragic! That was my favorite redline(next to my own). I wonder if he's selling the car or just changing bodykits? I'll PM him and see if he responds....
