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      05-14-2011, 01:36 PM   #1
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High speed issues with front lip?

I am starting to shop around for a front lip or splitters and would like to know if any of you have had any issues at high speeds. Right now I'm leaning towards the Icarbon front lip or the performance bumper. I will be moving to Germany so I would hate to have an $800 dollar lip fly off on the Autobahn.

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      05-14-2011, 06:05 PM   #2
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Is the iCarbon lip TUV approved? In Germany you can't just add stuff to your car. Your car will have paperwork that lists all modifications and they have to be approved parts.
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Is the iCarbon lip TUV approved? In Germany you can't just add stuff to your car. Your car will have paperwork that lists all modifications and they have to be approved parts.
I don't know this is the first I have heard of this. I believe I have seen some post from guys that have had one installed while they were stationed in Germany. How can I find out more info about this?
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If you're stationed in Germany and have a status under the NATO SOFA then you most likely will not have to go through the TUV process for mod approval. That said, if you're in an accident and the Polizei deem that a mod contributed, then you can be held liable.
All that really means is that it's a good idea to stick with reputable tuners/mods. :-)
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If you're stationed in Germany and have a status under the NATO SOFA then you most likely will not have to go through the TUV process for mod approval. That said, if you're in an accident and the Polizei deem that a mod contributed, then you can be held liable.
All that really means is that it's a good idea to stick with reputable tuners/mods. :-)
Thanks, that makes sense now.
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