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Old Jan 1, 2010 | 09:33 AM
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Hi,
I want to purchase a painted CDC chin and want to know if everyone is satisfied with
quality of paint (finish and durability),

since prices are the same maybe your comments can help in making decision.

Thanks.
Old Jan 1, 2010 | 11:36 AM
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I've never ordered from RPI, so I dont know about them. But I have never had any problems with AM. One appearance part had some issues after about 5 months, I called AM and they replaced it for free. All they asked was that I take some pictures so they could see what I was talking about. They did not even make me waste my time/money mailing the defective piece in. Awesome customer service and good prices. AM is a great place to buy from.
Old Jan 1, 2010 | 11:51 AM
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AM is always a great company to deal with.

I ordered some brakes rotors from RPI, shipping was great and they appear to have good customer service and are very easy to reach on this board. I am sure they will have stellar customer service if needed.
Old Jan 1, 2010 | 12:03 PM
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Ordered my CDC painted chin from RPI and paint was a spot on match. My only complaint was lack of prep on the ends where they wrap into the fender well for attachment as the seam was rough and could have been sanded a bit more. When I had it repainted locally after I curbed it, I spent a little time sanding the seams and final result was a lot better.

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Old Jan 1, 2010 | 12:49 PM
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I got my Chin spoiler and roush louvers painted from RPI... paint was perfect. Need to get my chin repainted eventually probably get some clear bra installed as well. I hit a tire tread on the highway at night which chipped some paint on it...
Old Jan 1, 2010 | 12:56 PM
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i got my cdc scoops from rpi and the paint was really good it was a little off but ur going to get that when u dont blend it into the rest of the car but i was very happy. i also order from am not painted parts but there great over there as well
Old Jan 1, 2010 | 01:23 PM
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I ordered mine from rpi and it was good. All though I love AM, I usually get their parts in one or two days.
Old Jan 1, 2010 | 02:06 PM
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ordered painted mud flaps from rpi. great paintwork. ordered painted hood scoop from americanmuscle. great paintwork. i dont think either choice is the wrong one.
Old Jan 1, 2010 | 02:23 PM
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I got my hood scoop and louvers from RPI.Paint match was great
Old Jan 1, 2010 | 02:28 PM
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Got my side scoops from RPI & have ordered a ton from AM as well. Flip a coin or see who gives you a better deal, can't go wrong, both are GREAT companies to deal with.

Mike



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