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Sunday, March 11, 2007

Check out this ride featuring a bomex eclipse body kit!

Here is a few photo's of a pimped out 1995 mitsubishi eclipse GST and a list of the following modifications installed on the car.









Whats installed on the ride:

  • 3.5% tinted windows
  • diamond plate aluminum floor boards
  • carbon fiber trim (cheap, but only temp.)
  • carbon fiber invader style hood
    carbon fiber shift knob and boot
    18" XTrim wheels
    215/35 toyo tires
    dual apexi exhaust
    roof scoop
    rfl blowoff valve
    NSX side scoops
    Z3 Fenders
    Show off front
    blitz side skirts
    bomex rear
    bomex aero mirrors
    lowered with coilovers
    painted interior
    molded rear and sideskirts
    shaved antenna and rear wiper
    farbon ciber taillights
    arristo v2 wing
    3 guage pillar-air/fuel;boost;oil
    2 12" pioneer subs;1000 watt amp
Mitsubishi Eclipse Body Kits

What you need to know before buying an eclipse body kit

What is a body kit? It is a collection of exterior modifications to a car, typically comprising front and rear bumpers (fenders), side skirts, and spoilers.

What is it made of? Kits are usually constructed of either fiberglass or polyurethane or with the latest material: PU Fibre (Which is softer and more resistant to knocks than fibreglass). Most car modification enthusiasts prefer polyurethane because it is more resistant to damage and does not crack in cold weather. In some cases, body kits may also be constructed of carbon fiber, which is a popular, lightweight material. This type of modification is not as highly regarded among speed enthusiasts, though, because it is very costly, and the difference in weight is minimal, versus changing other parts such as the hood or trunk.

What about Ground Effects? Ground effects are parts of a vehicle's lower body designed to enclose the gap between the bottom of the fuselage and the ground. The purpose of ground effects are to deflect air around the car rather than under it. Air passing under a vehicle exerts a lifting effect at high speed, which reduces the tires' contact with the road, resulting in loss of control. Ground effects can be part of the vehicle's original design, or aftermarket parts added later.

Hopefully this information will help give you a basic understanding of body kits and ground effects.

How to Install a Body Kit

If you're interested in saving some money you can install a body kit yourself instead of hiring a professional. Here are some basic instructions on installing a kit yourself:

Before Starting: It is important that you understand, before starting, that you know how to properly clean and prep the surface where you will be installing the new parts. Here is a quick guide:

Use a cloth and either grease remover or lacquer thinner to clean and thoroughly remove dirt and grime from the surface area of the car where you be applying the double sided tape. Once your finished cleaning, use an adequate amount of adhesion promoter to apply a thin coat to the surface where you will be applying the tape. Make sure the adhesion promoter has enough time to dry before attempting to install any parts.

Now that you understand how to prep the surface we can begin the installation. First you will need a few tools.

What you need for the installation:

* the body kit (of course)
* grease remover or lacquer thinner
* clean cloth
* adhesion promoter
* double faced tape
* drill and drill bits of various sizes
* sander or grinder
* you may need additional screws depending on the vehicle and body kit.


It is recommended that you have all of the parts painted before installing them on the vehicle, unless, of course, you intend on painting your entire vehicle.

Installing the front bumper: To install the front bumper, first remove the existing bumper, making sure to save and hardware such as screws or attachment pieces. If the styrofoam insert does not fit into the new bumper you will not be able to use it. Make sure to pre-fit the new bumper on the vehicle to see if there are any alignment problems. After confirming the fit, you will need to make adjustments to the new bumper by sanding or grinding until you have a proper fit. Once the bumper fits correctly, use the old bumper as a guide/template and duplicate any holes on the new bumper by using a drill. After finishing drilling, you can use the existing hardware to complete the installation of the new bumper.

The installation procedure is pretty much the same for the rear bumper and side skirts. Just follow the same steps as described for the front bumper.



For More Detailed Instructions:

If you need a more detailed installation manual you can also reference this PDF which is meant for a TRD kit for a Toyota Tacoma, but is still useful for installing body kits on other vehicles.

Sweet Video of a Body Kit install on a 2006 Eclipse

Here is a video of a sweet Razzi body kit on the new 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.



Erebuni Ground Effects & Body Kits

Currently the largest body kit import and manufacturer in the United States, Erebuni has been in business since 1979. They have literally designed thousands of body kits and maintain a high quality image through exclusive, unique styling, and outstanding value. Here are a few photos of their body kits on various year eclipse's:

Mitsubishi Eclipse 2 Door (2000 - 2005)

Erebuni - Shogun098 Complete Set, includes:
  • 1 Front Bumper
  • 2 Side Skirts
  • 1 Rear Skirt



Mitsubishi Eclipse 2 Door (2000 - 2002)

Erebuni - Kit936 Complete Set, includes:
  • 1 Front Bumper
  • 2 Side Skirts
  • 1 Rear Skirt



Mitsubishi Eclipse 2 Door (2003 - 2005)

Erebuni - Kit936A Complete Set, includes:
  • 1 Front Bumper
  • 2 Side Skirts
  • 1 Rear Skirt




Mitsubishi Eclipse 2 Door (2003 - 2005)

Erebuni - Kit762 Complete Set, includes:
  • 1 Front Bumper
  • 2 Side Skirts
  • 1 Rear Skirt



Mitsubishi Eclipse 2 Door (1995 - 1996)

Erebuni - Shogun271 Complete Set, includes:
  • 1 Front Bumper
  • 2 Side Skirts
  • 1 Rear Skirt




Mitsubishi Eclipse 2 Door (1995 - 1999)

Erebuni - Shogun721A Complete Set, includes:
  • 1 Front Bumper
  • 2 Side Skirts
  • 1 Rear Skirt





Mitsubishi Eclipse 2 Door (1995 - 1996)

Erebuni - Shogun039 Complete Set, includes:
  • 1 Front Bumper
  • 2 Side Skirts
  • 1 Rear Skirt



Mitsubishi Eclipse 2 Door (1997 - 1999)

Erebuni - Shogun039A Complete Set, includes:
  • 1 Front Bumper
  • 2 Side Skirts
  • 1 Rear Skirt


Mitsubishi Eclipse 2 Door (1997 - 1999)

Erebuni - Shogun271A Complete Set, includes:
1 Front Bumper
2 Side Skirts
1 Rear Skirt



What is the Eclipse Body Kits Blog?

The eclipse body kits blog is a great place to checkout new and existing body kits for the eclipse.

What this blog will offer:
  • pictures of installed kits
  • information on how to install
  • reviews and descriptions

From photos to descriptions and reviews you will learn everything you need to know before you make your purchase.