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Old Apr 13, 2023 | 08:34 AM
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After the Varis Carbon Fiber Bonnet was discontinued last year I haven't found anything that catches my eye, does anyone have recommendations or have some to show me? Cheers!
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Old Apr 13, 2023 | 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by z33Eli
After the Varis Carbon Fiber Bonnet was discontinued last year I haven't found anything that catches my eye, does anyone have recommendations or have some to show me? Cheers!
I like the Varis as it's subtle (and admittedly, I'm not much for body mods, hence, subtle).

Based on my pref for subtlety, I like the HR style hoods available in CF.

But, more "pumped" (with vents and stuff) models I kinda like....

VIS Racing "GT-Style" (vented HR type)


And, the similar product from Seibon (don't know name)


There are a ton of different (and more radical) styles but IMO, running some of those are entirely dependent upon other body mods. Like, the one pictured above with the V3 nose and other stuff like rear wings and such "balances" out the look (aesthetics; never mind the weight factors and other functional stuff like underhood cooling). I think this one looks pretty sick and could do this one provided the nose, wings, etc. were also installed. Again, just my take on it.
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Old Apr 13, 2023 | 10:18 AM
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Originally Posted by MicVelo
I like the Varis as it's subtle (and admittedly, I'm not much for body mods, hence, subtle).

Based on my pref for subtlety, I like the HR style hoods available in CF.

But, more "pumped" (with vents and stuff) models I kinda like....

VIS Racing "GT-Style" (vented HR type)


And, the similar product from Seibon (don't know name)


There are a ton of different (and more radical) styles but IMO, running some of those are entirely dependent upon other body mods. Like, the one pictured above with the V3 nose and other stuff like rear wings and such "balances" out the look (aesthetics; never mind the weight factors and other functional stuff like underhood cooling). I think this one looks pretty sick and could do this one provided the nose, wings, etc. were also installed. Again, just my take on it.
Nice thanks for the recommendations! I also found that theres "Asuka Type III" thats on my list but I can't find anything about it without getting the Evangelion character lmao. Hopefully I can pick up something later this year
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Old Apr 13, 2023 | 10:37 PM
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Everything Asuka is discontinued, I recently saw the Varis still listed on RHD Japan, looks like I jumped on mine at the right time.
Here's my Varis along with Asuka double hump roof.
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Old Apr 14, 2023 | 06:30 AM
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Just note that Seibon has a reputation for poor quality/fitment. This goes back to the 90's. Unless they've improved, I'd stay away.
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