C-Class (W204) 2008 - 2014: C180K, C200K, C230, C280, C300, C350, C200CDI, C220CDI, C320CDI

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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 08:41 PM
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I have 15% and I feel like it is the perfect amount for day/night driving.
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 01:09 AM
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i would get 15% all around. can see through, can be seen through, and it matches. car is looking awesome! hope to have another norcal meet soon!
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 03:23 PM
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Yea I'm on the fence on 5% or 15% and may just go with the middle at 10%.

Spraying tails this weekend!

Thanks for the comments and tips everyone!


While i'm at it...anyone interested in buying a motorcycle?

07 Suzuki GSXR 600
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CLEANNNNNNNN
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Azn_C300
Leave no gap unfilled! drop drop drop........and tint the window and tail lights
I think it looks perfect with the fenders setting just on top of the tires.
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 05:51 PM
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I think it looks perfect with the fenders setting just on top of the tires.
I liked the tucked look Everyone has their own tastes
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 06:43 PM
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I think it looks perfect with the fenders setting just on top of the tires.
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 01:12 PM
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I think they look like a 'roach trying to squeeze under a cupboard when they are too low & the wheelarch radius & the wheel loose symetry

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