trackdaycareracer

Had a short session last night, using the strip I removed from the bumper to fill in the gaps in the inlet. I left a few mils in each end so I can sand it to the correct shape - hopefully. Next step is glueing all the parts together, cross your fingers.

RajDatta

The real deal does not have that notch in the middle of the bottom center section.
Raj

trackdaycareracer

Thanks Raj, much appreciated input. I'll add a piece of the strip to that area as well.

I'm a bit worried about the 20mm of aluminium that has to be removed from the impact bumper; I'd much rather remove it from the bumper cover, but have no clue yet as to where, or if it is feasible.

trackdaycareracer

Looking through PET, it appears that the notches, top and bottom, are there to accommodate the trim piece in the air inlet. The horizontal trim piece includes a protruding vertical section which in turn allows access for a tow hook to the aluminum impact bumper.

Keeping the aluminum impact bumper, I assume that replacing the trim piece with a metal mesh would achieve a Turbo S look while allowing the tow hook location to remain the same.

RajDatta

The tow hook location on a turbo S is moved towards the passenger side of the impact bumper. It is to the left of the opening when facing the car.
Raj

trackdaycareracer

Thanks Raj,

Thought I replied to your post in March, but I guess I hit Preview Post instead of Submit Reply.

Anyway, I've filled in the notches top and bottom in the air inlet and started sanding: