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Old 05-24-2005 | 10:48 PM
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Default Used Kaminari kit or OEM style?

I'm looking to replace my old kit for my 2000 Accord [2dr] and I came across a used Kaminari kit for 300 dollars. I've always thought they were urethane but one being offered to me is fiberglass.

i'm wondering if it's worth buying. Plus I'm having trouble finding OEM style side skirts.

I'd highly value your input.

Thanks.
Old 05-24-2005 | 11:39 PM
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depends on what look you're going for. the OEM kit is cleaner. the kaminari is wilder (can't think of a better word) than OEM but not as extreme as something like a black widow.

OEM side underspoiler: http://www.handaaccessories.com/accext00.html
Old 05-25-2005 | 12:02 AM
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i've always liked the kaminari... and yes, it's fiberglass.... but really high quality and excellent fitment... i think $300 is a good price....

OEM is nice, but i think it's played out... too many have it.. just my 2 cents
Old 05-25-2005 | 04:45 AM
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I love the OEM kit for the coupes, I'd go with that if you can find the sides.
Old 05-25-2005 | 04:56 AM
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depends what you're looking for.

OEM is a perfect fit, near perfect color match, and brings a clean look to the car.

Kaminari, or any used kit in general, will not fit well, leave gaps, have scrapes or cracks, and look like something out of a movie ... that we all make fun of.
Old 05-25-2005 | 09:07 AM
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Do you already own the OEM kit? What color is it? Are you selling it?
Old 05-25-2005 | 11:04 AM
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my sister has the full OEM kit on her 98 coupe. the fit and quality couldn't be better. $570 shipped from handaaccessories.com. but that was 3 years ago
Old 05-25-2005 | 11:10 AM
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The very first Kaminari kit were made of fiberglass....I just picked mine up last weekend...

still need to get it painted and stuff




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