Carbon Fiber Tailgate Applique

Skyfrog said:

The company was just looking to expand their product line, so I just thought I'd ask. I'll let them know there is not much interest. Thanks for the feedback.

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I would be cool but at what cost? It would have to be one expensive piece.

FullAuto said:

I would be cool but at what cost? It would have to be one expensive piece.

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The cost of the materials to build each one is less than the cost of the replacement one ($539). However, the real cost is in the labor to create the mold. That is why the lettering (if any) is important.
But, I already found one on eBay, so someone beat me to the idea...
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Skyfrog said:

The cost of the materials to build each one is less than the cost of the replacement one ($539). However, the real cost is in the labor to create the mold. That is why the lettering (if any) is important.
But, I already found one on eBay, so someone beat me to the idea...
17-18-Ford-F-150-Raptor-Carbon-Fiber-Rear-Tailgate-Applique-Trim-Panel-660111

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That's a lot of beer money.

Why would you need carbon fiber appliqué? I'm familiar with uses of it on race cars but this truck is so heavy I doubt it would help much as far capabilities off road or even on road. Might look kool though. Anybody got and pictures of it

Only for looks... I like it, but not enough to pay over $800 to get it.

ChevyChad said:

Only for looks... I like it, but not enough to pay over $800 to get it.

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Same company who makes , vents, flares and inset.
Loving the looks of the insert and vents still waiting on flares . I might add the rear to coordinate it all together .i did for looks only


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Johngm45 said:

Same company who makes , vents, flares and inset.
Loving the looks of the insert and vents still waiting on flares . I might add the rear to coordinate it all together .i did for looks only


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Side vents too?


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misuracaf10 said:

Side vents too?


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Yes sir. Carbon to Carbon is selling them lke they invented them . They didn’t and got slapped around for it .


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Fluff
Froo-froo
Bling
Glam

(Meaning if it isn't a functional improvement, you're wasting your money to embarrass yourself.)

Ruger said:

Fluff
Froo-froo
Bling
Glam

(Meaning if it isn't a functional improvement, you're wasting your money to embarrass yourself.)

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Opinions are like ass holes everybody has one
SEMA is a billion dollar industry for a reason!
Not everyone likes this or that product or accessory ..
Point is , personalities , pocket books and taste differed from person to person..
And yes, I’m a bling guy but my momma always told me to keep your opinion to yourself unless asked and I know it has served me overly well , all my life..


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---------- Post added at 08:24 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:18 PM ----------

I will say one thing on the bling factor. From design and build point to production for the F22 Raptor and now everyone willing to pay for it , Cory nailed it for fit and finish, and functionality ..
actually it does serve a purpose .. it allowed me a extra inch of added coverage for my 11” wide wheels I’m adding to mine


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Icon composites is company name and a buddy of mine is a supplier if interested. I have the whole kit on order and it’s less expensive since carbon to carbon is no longer a supplier.. fit and finish is second to none !


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