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Old 11-18-2010, 08:29 PM
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DCTMOTORSPORTS front spoiler review/feedback

Well,

I ordered my Arkym front spoiler from DCTmotorsports the Saturday before the SEMA show and I got it like 3 days ago(fairly fast). The box was very well packed and there was way too much bubble wrap so I guess that is good.

For those of you guessing, this spoiler is actually very shallow, I would say just about 1" or maybe less and contrary to my thoughts it does clear my garage ramp which was my number one concern.

The shape of the spoiler is exactly the shape of the bumper, if I have to guess they probably used some sort of molding because it fits right up.

- Installation. I knew right of way my plan before the install. I had a heavy duty double side tape roll from ACE harware stores and I use it to secure the spoiler to the bumper. Additionally I used 7 self taping screws(like 3/4 inch long) with 7 washers(1" diameter" so that it would grab plenty of surface.
It took me like 5-10 minutes to do the install. You can actually take one step further and do what I did and drill a couple of extra holes(one of each side of the bumper) and screw a couple of screws to give more support.

- Looks. This thing looks very bad a-ss with the flat back paint, it actually looks like it belongs to the car, not tacky at all.

- Quality. I thought that this thing was made of rubber or flexible plastic but neither or, it is made of some sort of fiberglass so it is very solid.

- Price. I think I paid like $475 or $495 shipped (can't remember), awesome deal considering the quality and the looks that you get. From experience, sending such a large box on the mail cost a lot so I think the vendor did a heck of a job with the price considering that a good portion of the cost is just from shipping costs.
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+1. Love my lip. Afraid once the car's lowered, i'm going to have to be quite careful.
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Originally Posted by obsidian05e55
+1. Love my lip. Afraid once the car's lowered, i'm going to have to be quite careful.
I actually took rolled the dice on two BIG major concerns that I had:

- One was my garage ramp. I was willing to pay someone to redo my ramp. Secondly there is a 8" high speed bump where I work and it clear them both fine.

This spoiler does the job, it is very shallow.
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Looks great..

We could always get the KW Lift System..
http://www.kw-suspension.com/us/kw_hls.php
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the Arkym lip fits like a glove!

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the Arkym lip fits like a glove!

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I've noticed that also in all the pics in every thread. So flush! Once my car comes in I have to get one! But I might repaint it Mars Red to give it a body kit type racer style if you feel me.
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What was the total time from order to shipped to your door? I have another question also. Their website says the kit does not need you to remove the OEM. Does that include the rear diffuser?

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Looks GREAT!!! Very aggressive looking.
The fitment looks perfect.
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Originally Posted by khmergod
What was the total time from order to shipped to your door? I have another question also. Their website says the kit does not need you to remove the OEM. Does that include the rear diffuser?
I think like 8 days but keep in mind that this happened while the guys were going to SEMA show. For the price that you pay you normally get these shipments ground so I don't think it was that bad. I ordered on a Saturday and got here like 8 days later. I am not sure where it comes from but I thought they came in from China or the Asian market.

I might go back and look at the shipping documents and my received e-mail and track down that info.
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Originally Posted by C63newdude
I think like 8 days but keep in mind that this happened while the guys were going to SEMA show. For the price that you pay you normally get these shipments ground so I don't think it was that bad. I ordered on a Saturday and got here like 8 days later. I am not sure where it comes from but I thought they came in from China or the Asian market.

I might go back and look at the shipping documents and my received e-mail and track down that info.
The DCTMS.com site says their products are from America. I don't think you could get your stuff that fast if it was overseas. 1 week isn't bad.
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Nice lip! Make one in CF and I'm sure there will be at least 5 or more people buying...including me.
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Originally Posted by khmergod
What was the total time from order to shipped to your door? I have another question also. Their website says the kit does not need you to remove the OEM. Does that include the rear diffuser?
You definitely needs to remove the OEM diffuser to install the new Ackrym diffuser... unless it's only an overlay which I doubt.

As for shipment, you would be surprised how fast parts can be shipped from Asia to US... it sometimes faster. For example, it only took 3 days for me to received my CF seats covers from Taiwan.
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Originally Posted by C63newdude
Well,

I ordered my Arkym front spoiler from DCTmotorsports the Saturday before the SEMA show and I got it like 3 days ago(fairly fast). The box was very well packed and there was way too much bubble wrap so I guess that is good.

For those of you guessing, this spoiler is actually very shallow, I would say just about 1" or maybe less and contrary to my thoughts it does clear my garage ramp which was my number one concern.

The shape of the spoiler is exactly the shape of the bumper, if I have to guess they probably used some sort of molding because it fits right up.

- Installation. I knew right of way my plan before the install. I had a heavy duty double side tape roll from ACE harware stores and I use it to secure the spoiler to the bumper. Additionally I used 7 self taping screws(like 3/4 inch long) with 7 washers(1" diameter" so that it would grab plenty of surface.
It took me like 5-10 minutes to do the install. You can actually take one step further and do what I did and drill a couple of extra holes(one of each side of the bumper) and screw a couple of screws to give more support.

- Looks. This thing looks very bad a-ss with the flat back paint, it actually looks like it belongs to the car, not tacky at all.

- Quality. I thought that this thing was made of rubber or flexible plastic but neither or, it is made of some sort of fiberglass so it is very solid.

- Price. I think I paid like $475 or $495 shipped (can't remember), awesome deal considering the quality and the looks that you get. From experience, sending such a large box on the mail cost a lot so I think the vendor did a heck of a job with the price considering that a good portion of the cost is just from shipping costs.
C63newdude:
The lip looks very nice on your Mars RED C63! That is why we gave a deal in your case ~ However, we didn't expect you will post your "great deal" price on the forum

and YES!! Carbon version is coming!!
For those who have not got the Arkym Aerosport kits, Contact us! sales@dctms.com
We will have 10 sets PWC and 10 sets Carbon (already finish production) coming soon!
Will have 2 local installations once we got the kits!!!
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What was the total time from order to shipped to your door? I have another question also. Their website says the kit does not need you to remove the OEM. Does that include the rear diffuser?
The rear diffuser insert is a replacement part, you just need to take off the OEM plastic one and put on the diffuser!!

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Originally Posted by C63newdude
I think like 8 days but keep in mind that this happened while the guys were going to SEMA show. For the price that you pay you normally get these shipments ground so I don't think it was that bad. I ordered on a Saturday and got here like 8 days later. I am not sure where it comes from but I thought they came in from China or the Asian market.

I might go back and look at the shipping documents and my received e-mail and track down that info.
We shipped your lip from southern California! According to the vendor, Arkym is made in USA!
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Carbon version is ready!!
Contact us!!
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Originally Posted by avengerboater
Nice lip! Make one in CF and I'm sure there will be at least 5 or more people buying...including me.
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The rear diffuser insert is a replacement part, you just need to take off the OEM plastic one and put on the diffuser!!

Great products DCT!
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C63newdude:
The lip looks very nice on your Mars RED C63! That is why we gave a deal in your case ~ However, we didn't expect you will post your "great deal" price on the forum

and YES!! Carbon version is coming!!
For those who have not got the Arkym Aerosport kits, Contact us! sales@dctms.com
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Special price for forum members right?
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