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IKON Motorsports Front Lip for Model 3: A Review
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OMG - I've had the IKON CF gloss front lip sitting in my garage for quite some time -- will actually install it this week. I test fitted and drilled the mounting holes earlier but am still not sure if I should have matte PPF installed on it first to better match the OEM P3D+ spoiler.
And recently, IKON started also offering a matte CF version. I wouldn't buy a whole new piece but figured this would reasonably approximate what matte PPF on the gloss lip might look like.
So, I'm here to ask -- does ANYONE have pictures of the IKON CF matte gloss front lip on their car? If so, please post here!
And recently, IKON started also offering a matte CF version. I wouldn't buy a whole new piece but figured this would reasonably approximate what matte PPF on the gloss lip might look like.
So, I'm here to ask -- does ANYONE have pictures of the IKON CF matte gloss front lip on their car? If so, please post here!
@fatboydelights,
Love that matte finish! Been looking at this splitter as well. Do you have any “front view” and “quartering view” photos? Man that fit is horrendous! All the photos of the Glossy Carbon in this thread fit like a glove on the “wrap around”. Maybe they used a different jig? Let us know what Ikons response is. That HAS to be a manufacturing defect but I can’t imagine what happened to their QC before shipping that out to you. They must have been out to lunch. Wish you the best on resolution. Hopefully IKON is responsive to your query. How long was it to receive and did you buy direct or EBay?
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Thank you for posting! I ended up installing the glossy CF version and didn't bother wrapping to get a matte effect -- it wasn't worth it based on the cost. I like the way the matte looks!
Regarding fitment, I don't see any difference in fitment between glossy and matte from the pictures posted. This lip doesn't fit PERFECT, but is really really close. It is more apparent in up close pictures than in real life situations.
Installation technique makes a difference, but there will still be a very small gap on one or both sides. That can be remedied with a small piece of black vinyl to hide the exposed area. Finally, from what I have seen most aftermarket front lip spoilers for this car do not fit perfect. Unfortunate for sure.
That looks pretty bad, especially with a contrasting lip showing white underneath.
I bought direct and it took a couple days to ship. I'll keep you posted on their response...hope they take of of this
@fatboydelights,
Wow! That DOES look good though from those angles. That Matte is really great looking. LOVE that splitter. I still feel it’s the best looking on the market now with the exception of those edges on yours. I’ve always liked the fact that the Ikon doesn’t cover the bottom of the original bumper but has some of that showing for flow of color and continuity. Only other I’ve entertained is Artisan but $$$. Hope they rectify it for you. I don’t know what the remedy is or what they’d offer for you. I mean they could do several things such as a discounted offer, ship another or full refund. With shipping another I don’t know how many you’d have to go through to find an acceptable fit and how many you’d be willing to swap or replace. I have no idea what they’re manufacturing process is or if it’s a jig issue. I’m not sure what I’d do in your case or what would be acceptable to you or me in that case.
Ski
Wow! That DOES look good though from those angles. That Matte is really great looking. LOVE that splitter. I still feel it’s the best looking on the market now with the exception of those edges on yours. I’ve always liked the fact that the Ikon doesn’t cover the bottom of the original bumper but has some of that showing for flow of color and continuity. Only other I’ve entertained is Artisan but $$$. Hope they rectify it for you. I don’t know what the remedy is or what they’d offer for you. I mean they could do several things such as a discounted offer, ship another or full refund. With shipping another I don’t know how many you’d have to go through to find an acceptable fit and how many you’d be willing to swap or replace. I have no idea what they’re manufacturing process is or if it’s a jig issue. I’m not sure what I’d do in your case or what would be acceptable to you or me in that case.
Ski
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I bought it and immediately returned it when i opened the box and saw the poor design. Too bad, its the best looking lip front a top view before seeing it from all angles. Its basically an unfinished design, the botton is not flat, but open, like it was cut in half. Very sad it wasnt higher quality/complete.
Rothgarr
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How often would you see the bottom after you've installed it? How often would anyone else see it from below?
My IKON spoiler is the exact same way, but you don't see the unfinished part when it's mounted.
Imagine how much more that would cost if it were finished all around in places you don't see.
Personally, I would have kept it.
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I rather pay double for something more complete. Flat bottom reduces drag, this lip is not functional. To each their own.
I prefer this one but they are closed due to covid.
Tesla Model 3 Front Lip – IAD Styling by Infinite Auto Design – Infinite Auto Design Built
I prefer this one but they are closed due to covid.
Tesla Model 3 Front Lip – IAD Styling by Infinite Auto Design – Infinite Auto Design Built
mikeshyu
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Fits 17-21 Tesla 3 IKON Front Bumper Lip Spoiler PP
Looks like Ikon removed their glossy CF version from the website and now have a new PP version. From the instructions I've read online, the new PP version doesn't require you to drill into your bumper, it uses front wheel well clips and the undertray clips to bolt into instead.
My guess is they are probably reworking the CF version into the new version.
Looks like Ikon removed their glossy CF version from the website and now have a new PP version. From the instructions I've read online, the new PP version doesn't require you to drill into your bumper, it uses front wheel well clips and the undertray clips to bolt into instead.
My guess is they are probably reworking the CF version into the new version.
Hmmmm... No bumper drilling huh? I might just gamble $150 just to try this...
Sounds good however concerned it might be like mud flaps the don’t seat well and move around. The fit would have to be exemplary. Seat around the whole circumference of the bumper would have to perfect. Or the gaps would really be ugly. With drilling you can “pull” the seam together somewhat.
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