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Old 02-08-2006, 06:50 PM   #1
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Hi, im having a teeny bit of trouble with parking, i cannot see where the boot ends when im parking, should i place a factory spoiler on the end to help me see the back? Hope that makes sense.

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Old 02-08-2006, 06:52 PM   #2
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why not, put the spoiler back if it helps.
thats all i used to use to judge distances in the AU
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Old 02-08-2006, 06:56 PM   #3
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Reverse sensors are cheaper, and much more effective.
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Old 02-08-2006, 06:57 PM   #4
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thats all i used to use to judge distances in the AU
Same here. I actually want to take mine off but not being able to see the rear is what's stopping me, which sucks.
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Reverse sensors are cheaper, and much more effective.
What? Cheaper than having a spoiler or a lip put on?
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Old 02-08-2006, 07:33 PM   #6
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What? Cheaper than having a spoiler or a lip put on?
Heaps cheaper. Basic sets (which still work) start at $100 odd. A better set with distance display etc are about $200, plus fitting. I fitted both my sets myself, and it takes about 2 hours all up, so expect around $150 for fitting.

An obvious place to buy them is ebay:
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So for $350 to $400, you have something that works, for less than the price of a spoiler (at around $450 to $500 painted and fitted).
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Old 02-08-2006, 07:40 PM   #7
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Or Simply use your side mirrors. Or Lift your head up a bit.
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Heaps cheaper. Basic sets (which still work) start at $100 odd. A better set with distance display etc are about $200, plus fitting. I fitted both my sets myself, and it takes about 2 hours all up, so expect around $150 for fitting.

An obvious place to buy them is ebay:
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So for $350 to $400, you have something that works, for less than the price of a spoiler (at around $450 to $500 painted and fitted).
Oh I see. Sorry, I didn't realise spoilers were that much because mine was painted & fitted for $300 so that's why I was thinking it would be cheaper getting a lip on but in that case, yes I agree then. It would be cheaper to get the sensors fitted.
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Old 02-08-2006, 08:15 PM   #9
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Some reverse sensors will rock.Btw I sell them..hint hint
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Just do what every other bastard does!.......................touch park!
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Some reverse sensors will rock.Btw I sell them..hint hint
Well there you go. Was I in the ballpark for supply & fit, Stav?
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Old 02-08-2006, 08:51 PM   #12
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you could also fit a reversing camera not sure on cost though
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put a towbar on. so if you go too far, you wont damage your bodywork. :hihi:
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Well there you go. Was I in the ballpark for supply & fit, Stav?
You were pretty close mate ...good work. :sm_headba

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