ARS Bodykit Blog

Chevrolet Cruze Bodykit Application

2011-10-27T16:46:00.003+08:00

We do not often have the chance to replicate kits for Chevrolets. We came upon this kit by chance so rejoice Chevy Cruze owners!

HZ Replica Bodykit Application for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze

BMW week! Let's start with E90s and E92s

2011-08-08T19:22:00.008+08:00

Ahhh, Bayerische Motoren Werke. Truly a marque whose cars have symbolized privilege and class for many years. Currently, the fifth generation of the popular 3 series executive vehicles is still seeing brisk sales worldwide. We have a couple of nice applications for them.

LM replica application for E90

WL replica application for E90

AC replica application for E90

LM replica application for E92

KR replica application for E92

Honda Odyssey RB3/4 Application

2011-08-03T12:25:00.006+08:00

The lines are graceful, the 2.4l DOHC i-VTEC engine delivers, and the design of the interior is truly in impeccable taste. Simply put, Honda's latest JDM Odyssey is simply breathtaking. It'll look better with this kit though #justsaying

AS Replica Application with Roof Spoiler

Nissan Fairlady 370Z Z34 Application

2011-08-03T11:18:00.003+08:00

In every incarnation, the Fairlady has epitomized what every automotive enthusiast craves for in a sports car. In the latest Z34 manifestation, Nissan has gone above and beyond by redesigning almost every element. Chock full of sporting goodness, we believe that it begs to be outfitted with a similarly sporty kit!

Nissan Fairlady Z34 AM Application

Colour scheme variation on front bumper

New Beginnings in 2011

2011-01-18T00:23:00.007+08:00

Hoping the fledgling year is finding everyone well and in good spirits!

We wish to announce that we have relocated to an upgraded and much more dynamic facility to better serve your bodykit and coating needs!

Kia Cerato Forte Body Kit

2010-09-09T12:16:00.009+08:00

After months of inaction on the Cerato Forte front, we finally replicated the OEM kit and boot spoiler, in addition to another high mount spoiler application.

OM replica application with OM replica spoiler

SQ replica spoiler application

The plug (in layman terms - the part with which we utilize to make a mould to allow future duplication of the part) was just of a terrible, terrible quality. Many manufacture fibreglass body kit parts, but very few are capable of fabricating quality fibreglass body kit parts.

The Chinese character in the pictures is an allusion to the marketing material of the manufacturer of this particular part. It means to "dazzle" or to "boast". They have indeed dazzled us with their inept manufacturing processes and their product quality. Do be careful when purchasing bodykit parts people, especially for those that reside in Singapore. A body kit should serve you well for an extended period of time, not fail the minute the sun comes out or when you accidentally graze the curb.

The air void that is seen in this picture is just unacceptable. Gelcoat is just a thin layer of filled resin that when consolidated well with subsequent layers of glass or other reinforcements, results in a pleasing surface that prevents print through of the reinforcement. The defect as seen above will surface when the air between gelcoat and subsequent layers of reinforcement expands due to heat and ruptures the thin gelcoat layer. There is also an inordinate amount of filled resin utilized to allow for easier fabrication of the part, at difficult to consolidate areas. This will lead to brittleness of the composite part.

Areas that are covered with the rust coloured compound are areas where we had to fully resurface the part. A quick look at the pictures will reveal the extent of just how bad the surface of the part was when we received it.

The little red dots are pinholes that we've filled. After coating, these pinholes will show up as surface defects after some time. There are more bubbles in their part than a bottle of champagne.

Conclusion: EPIC Bodykit Fail!

Toyota Wish ZGE Applications

2010-06-25T19:44:00.003+08:00

We've managed to replicate, as well as develop, some applications for the latest incarnation of Toyota's Wish multi-purpose vehicle.

ML-A application for X and G spec vehicles

ML application for S spec vehicles

Nissan Silvia S15 Bonnet Application

2010-06-25T17:21:00.003+08:00

Still one of the most popular vehicles used for the sport of drifting, the enduring design of Nissan's last S platform still wows spectators both on and off the track. Our bonnet application will ensure that the wow factor is taken up a notch!

S15 Bonnet Application

Civic FD Spoiler Application

2010-06-25T16:43:00.003+08:00

Recently, we replicated this spoiler application for the Civic. The design is fairly distinctive and will definitely help to accentuate your Civic's exterior appearance!

MDL Replica Spoiler

Mazda RX-8 '09 FE3S Application

2010-04-09T19:16:00.005+08:00

Got our hands on a nice looking splitter the other day for the new RX-8. More parts to come hopefully.

NSP Replica Front Lip

Air Suspension on our Kenari at Persada 2010

2010-03-23T15:31:00.003+08:00

This was one of our entries into the Persada 2010 show. Air suspension by Air Cruiser.

Volkswagen Touareg Application

2010-03-12T12:51:00.003+08:00

It's not very often that we get the chance to replicate kits for Volkswagens. This kit adds serious flair to the Touareg.

NSL Replica

Custom Airwave featured in Hot Stuff

2010-03-05T11:09:00.006+08:00

To those that are not in the know, Hot Stuff is Singapore's preeminent tuning and automotive periodical. A while back, Oliver's Honda Airwave was featured in the mag and here's the article for your viewing pleasure.

Oliver has since given his vehicle a makeover. As soon as we get new pictures, we'll post them up here.

Mazda MX-5 Custom Bodykit

2010-02-12T13:00:00.004+08:00

We recently customized an application to fit the MX-5. We just wanted to share the pictures with all MX-5 enthusiasts but do note that since it is a custom kit, we will not be able to reproduce the kit without having the vehicle physically present at one of our workshops.

Custom MX-5 Bodykit

Toyota Estima ACR 50/55, GSR 50/55 Conversion Application

2010-01-29T16:10:00.004+08:00

Horror of all horrors. We've just noted that we've not told the world at large about our conversion kit for the Toyota Estima... Better late than never though.

Should you have an X or G spec Estima and wanted to convert it to look like an Aeras vehicle, we're the people you should be calling! Kit is comprised of front and rear bumpers, together with an 8 piece door panel set.

Aeras Replica Conversion Application

Subaru Legacy Applications

2010-01-25T17:45:00.004+08:00

Subaru's mid-size offering. One wonders why the market for mid-size sedans is dominated by Accords and Camrys when Subaru's product is similarly stunning. Curvy in the right places with aggressively styled headlamps, coupled with Subaru's trademark horizontally opposed boxer engines, the vehicle managed to win Subaru's first Japan car of the year award shortly after it was launched.

Subaru Legacy Sports Grill Application

Subaru Legacy Spoiler Application

Subaru Legacy V-Lip Application

Subaru Impreza GH/GRB Applications

2010-01-22T15:38:00.008+08:00

The popular hatchback has seen quite a following here in our region. Here are some of our newer applications for the Impreza.

Subaru Impreza CS Bonnet Application

Subaru Impreza VRS Replica Spoiler Application

Subaru Impreza GH IN-A Application

Subaru Impreza WX Replica Bumper

Subaru Impreza CSV Bumper Applications

Subaru Impreza SI Replica Roof and Boot Spoilers

Subaru Impreza Roof Diffuser Application pictured with SI Replica Spoiler coated with CFB-101 Carbon Fibre Print

Kismas 09 Auto Airbrush Workshop

2010-01-14T14:00:00.000+08:00

It has been a long and arduous journey. We've had the rug pulled out from under our feet so many times in previous shows that we've really gotten used to 2nd, 3rd, 4th and even 5th place. On many occasions, the outright favoritism was blatant and palpable with some really farcical evaluation from the judges. We were all getting really tired with the constant indignity.

Then we got wind of a show that would be judged by some experts from Australia and Indonesia some 350 kilometers away at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil. We got our game faces on, and we're happy to announce that we took back first place in the Open Xtreme Modified Challenge!

Kudos to the organizers at Kelab Autoshow, the judges, the participants, and not forgetting all the wonderful visitors that made the show simply awesome!

Remember to check your tire pressure folks, especially when embarking on road trips.

The venue. The National Stadium's track and field arena at Bukit Jalil.

Panoramic view of the venue. Our car was on display at the right foreground.

Proud owner Fibre Siow giving the thumbs up.

Pictures taken a day before the show before the crowds came. Very conducive for photography.

Last ditch effort to ensure the car is flawless before the show.

SHOWTIME!

The engine bay. Tricked-out RB25DET.

Definitely a crowd-puller.

Random hotness :)

The LED-lit water tank with bubble curtain.

Our LED door panel. We witnessed jaws dropping every time when we turned on the juice :)

Carbon fibre meter panel frame.

Activate only when severely pissed off.

Interior with lots of woodgrain goodness.

Steering wheel with LCD monitor. Wonder whether it's a first!

LCD monitor at rear right door panel.

Rear audio-visual setup. We redefined loudness at the show!

Accessories, lights and sound system in their full glory!

We WON 1st Place in the Xtreme Modified Challenge!

An ecstatic Fibre Siow receiving the prizes from judge Andre Mulyadi from Signal Kustom Built, Jakarta.

Camwhoring on stage... From left to right: The scribe - Aylwin; The groupie - Qiang; The boss man - Fibre Siow; The technician par excellence - Kae.

Elvis has left the building. We should too. It's way after midnight.

Giving the phrase from 'ear to ear' new meaning.

Staunch supporter Steven, who stayed with us throughout the show and beyond. Brought us to the most awesome assam fish-head curry stall at 2am.

Getting plastered at 4 in the morning.

Last group photo before we headed back South.

My dish is deeper than your dish.

Rest-stop toilet break.

North-South highway, Malaysia. Till next time Bukit Jalil!

Civic FD RR Replica Application

2010-01-12T13:22:00.002+08:00

We know it's kind of late. There was intent interest in this kit last year. Nevertheless, we're letting the kit go at a very low rate and as such, do enquire about them!

RR Replica

New Bumper Applications for Mitsubishi Lancer/Galant Fortis '08

2010-01-08T19:18:00.005+08:00

Happy 2010 bodykit enthusiasts! 2009 has been fairly rough on the global economy. Let's hope things pick up for all of us in this fledgling year.

It would not feel too much like a New Year without some new applications. Here's our latest for the '08 Lancer.

BC-A Application

Alphard ANH/MNH Bonnet Wing Application

2009-11-25T13:04:00.003+08:00

I just found this bonnet wing to be exceedingly appealing in this picture and just wanted to share it with Alphard owners.

Toyota Alphard Bonnet Wing Application

Toyota MR-S/MR2 Spyder Applications

2009-11-21T15:54:00.007+08:00

Toyota's flagship MR layout vehicle. Although Toyota has ceased production for the existing mid-engine roadster, it has had a fairly acceptable run, captivating car enthusiasts around the world with its aerodynamic and appealing curves. Our applications for the roadster are as follows.

Toyota MR-S Monster Widebody Application - nuff said

Toyota MR-S TL Replica Application

Toyota MR-S G Replica Application

Toyota MR-S G Replica Front Bumper Application

Toyota MR-S Eyelid Application

Subaru Impreza GH/GRB V-Lip Applications

2009-10-09T18:07:00.006+08:00

It's weird how everyone calls them V-lips these days. They've been so popular that lips resembling those of the original, for other makes and models, are now universally known as V-lips. Don't know what they've been doing wrong with regards to aftermarket products but it is to Subaru's credit for starting a worldwide trend with the simple splitter we all now know and love! We've managed to replicate these V-lips for the latest Impreza, one for the GRB Imprezas, and the other for the GH Imprezas.

Subaru Impreza GH V-Lip Application

Subaru Impreza GRB V-Lip Application

Nissan Silvia S15 Bodykit Application

2009-10-09T17:52:00.006+08:00

We've had this product for a while now, but we haven't identified the parts until now due to the sheer immensity of the number of product tools we have in our premises. Hopefully this post will cheer up the Silvia drifters and power-sliders. As soon as we're done with pictures for our other numerous S15 bodykit applications, we'll post them here as well so do visit our blog often!

UR Replica Bodykit Application

Widebody Bodykit Application for the Hyundai Coupe/Tuscani

2009-10-02T18:39:00.003+08:00

We haven't been able to offer anything at all for the Hyundai Tuscani in the past. We apologize for the inordinate amount of time it took us to finally get our hands on a set for the Tuscani.

The kit in question has a bunch of other parts that are not pictured. They are namely the Widebody Fender Flares, the Widebody Door Panels, the Rear Spoiler, as well as the Eyelids and Rear Lamp Covers. The reason is that the photo I have of the entire application is quite crummy and blur. As such, we're hoping to document the entire kit as soon as possible.

Hyundai Coupe/Tuscani ZR Replica Widebody Bodykit Application - front air splitter, front bumper, side skirts, rear bumper, and bonnet

Audio Systems and Subwoofer Enclosures

2009-09-15T12:35:00.003+08:00

Not many are aware that we customize awesome audio systems at Arashi Aerodynamic. Those who are in the know have outshone the competition at auto shows across the country! Below are a few examples of our work.

Customized Audio Systems and Subwoofer Enclosures

Aliens and Bodykits?

2009-09-02T17:43:00.003+08:00

With the recent hullabaloo about the alien baby found in Mexico, we were surprised to stumble across this photo. Definitive proof that aliens enjoy modifying their UFOs.

Application for the Nissan Sylphy

2009-08-28T17:49:00.005+08:00

We've replicated the OEM Sylphy bodykit sometime back and we just wanted to get the word out. If you don't yet have the kit, your Sylphy will definitely thank you for getting a set from us!

OM Replica

EVO X bumper application for Mitsubishi Lancer/Galant Fortis '08

2009-08-19T13:31:00.001+08:00

I'm sure most Lancer drivers are eagerly awaiting our bumper application, after experiencing undue grief from sub-par fitment characteristics of bumpers fabricated by other manufacturers. Arashi Aerodynamic for all your grief-free bodykit needs!

EVO X style Front Bumper

Full conversion kits will be available in approximately two weeks (minus the widebody fenders and roof accents of course).

Arashi Custom Kenari - Autoshow 15/08/09

2009-08-17T12:50:00.015+08:00

Engine bay in daylight.

Some last minute decal repair.

Making your vehicle bling-worthy is an ulcer creating process.

Wadi, our polishing virtuoso.

They're hot, even in the daytime!

At the Show

Some high ISO images

The Final Push before the AutoShow - 14/08/09

2009-08-14T21:06:00.016+08:00

As I'm writing this, it's now 10:15pm. What to do with a car that has consistently won 1st place? You give it a total makeover. The show is tomorrow. The venue is the duty free complex in Johor Bahru, the Zon. We're psyched. There's very little left to be done in the amount of time, but we're still going to be stuck here for another couple of hours. Taking pictures of the entire event somehow reminds you that shows are a lot about team effort, and our team is strong.

An ecstatic Fibre Siow in the blue shirt. We're stoked too boss.

Here he is again doing his impression of the monkey king. Hennry in the foreground. He's camwhoring so don't be fooled, he's not doing much but walking around.

You can tell how stressed out a dude is by counting the number of cigarettes.

Yau Kean and Siong installing the door panels.

Some final touches on the front bumper.

Jun taking care of the LEDs.

Hwa, Jun and Thanh mounting the subwoofer enclosure.

Taking care of the wiring.

The interior.

The exterior, far from finished, but tomorrow is a new day.

Subaru GH/GRB Impreza Replica Bonnet

2009-08-14T15:23:00.004+08:00

Just so it's out there, we've managed to replicate the GRB's bonnet. For STIs and regular Imprezas alike.

STI Replica Bonnet for GH and GRB Subaru Impreza

Arashi Aerodynamic's W124 on the cover of Gila Kereta

2009-08-12T15:36:00.004+08:00

Our custom W124 recently graced the cover of Gila Kereta magazine! Sporting a NEO RB25DET engine, with our fully customized exterior and interior, plenty of torque generating goodness within the engine bay, and a kicking 10 mid-range plus 4 12" subwoofer sound system wrapped in lots of carbon-fibre, our W124 is guaranteed to enthrall and thrill all auto show enthusiasts! The best is yet to come however, as we're going to be blowing the competition away with new and near-impossible modifications very soon!

Arashi Aerodynamic's W124 - Kicking Ass & Taking Names

Civic FD Roof Spoiler Application

2009-07-27T11:15:00.004+08:00

Recently, a friend from the Netherlands ordered our spoiler and provided us with a picture that has a much clearer view of the spoiler. Thanks for the support Edo!

Civic FD Roof spoiler and MDL Rear Spoiler

Bumper Application for Mitsubishi Lancer/Galant Fortis '08

2009-07-24T11:43:00.004+08:00

We've developed this part a while back. Some of you may recognize a portion of the part's design from a bumper application fabricated by another manufacturer. We've seriously tweaked their design for a better look. For those of you who were not impressed with their product's fitment characteristics, fret not. We've taken great pains (the part took at least a week for our boys to rectify it's fitment problems, and much much longer to tool) to ensure that fitment will be flawless! The same goes for the front and rear EVO X replica bumper currently being sold in this region, that we're developing as we speak.

When you send your Lancer to Arashi Aerodynamic, or to any of our distributors for that matter, you will find our product quality and fitment characteristics to be evident. Don't let them make you pay with your arm and your leg for something that will piss you off every morning when you see it in your driveway! Should you already be pissed off, why don't you pop on by and see what we can do to alleviate your grief?

DSE-A Front Bumper

Bonnet Application for Mitsubishi Lancer/Galant Fortis '08

2009-07-23T19:37:00.004+08:00

It's been a long time coming and we've been slacking. Sorry about the wait everyone! The tool for our bonnet application is taken from an original EVO X, same can be said about the scoop and vents.

EVO X Replica Bonnet with Detachable Scoops and Vents

Lexus IS250/IS350 Application

2009-07-01T16:46:00.004+08:00

Lexus' line of compact sedans, produced from 2006, look and smell of performance! Weighing in at 204HP with a 2.5 liter V6 engine, the all wheel drive GSE20, IS250, is a sight to behold and a great pleasure to drive. It is also available in a rear wheel drive configuration. Upping the ante is the GSE21, IS350 which features a 304HP 3.5 liter V6 powerplant with larger brakes. The IS350 does 0-60 in 4.9 seconds which bespeaks of an exhilarating ride! Lexus also produces an IS300 although only a few markets offer it. The diesel powered IS220d variant is only available in Europe. From 2008 onwards, Lexus is producing a high-powered 5.0 liter variant, the IS-F.

What's a great looking ride without a bodykit? For the 2006 models, we offer the following replica application.

WL Replica

Another 350Z Spoiler Application

2009-06-30T19:43:00.004+08:00

In line with updating our blog more frequently, here's another 350Z spoiler application.

WL Replica Spoiler

Honda Freed GB3/GB4

2009-06-19T18:32:00.004+08:00

Half of 2009 has almost passed us by and we've noticed that we've neglected this blog severely. Hopefully we'll be able to update it more often in the future. In this post, our latest replica application for the Honda Mobilio's successor, the Honda Freed. Offering a large cargo space, the 118hp 5 or 8 seater mini-mpv assembled in Honda's Karawang plant has truly taken our home markets by storm.

HLP Replica

Our Latest Nissan 350Z Application

2009-01-19T18:51:00.004+08:00

A Happy New Year to all our blog readers! In just a few more days, our company will be taking a break for the Lunar New Year festivities and therefore, any correspondences will be answered after the 2nd of February. We regret to have caused any inconveniences.

In the meantime, here is something for all Fairlady enthusiasts to mull upon! Our latest application for the 350Z!

FL Application

Toyota Wish ANE/ZNE Vented Bonnet and Extras

2008-12-31T17:47:00.004+08:00

Went through our pictures the other day and found this gorgeous vented bonnet application for the post-facelift Toyota Wish! The first picture portrays an additional front lip attached to the 2.0 Aerosport bumper. Coated in matte black, it truly adds a lot of class to an already beautiful setup! All bodykit parts can be bolted-on for the post-facelift Wish.

ML Replica Lip, Replica Aerosport Bumper and Widebody Conversion, LX Replica Front Grill, VL Replica Eyelids and our ARS Vented Bonnet

Another View portraying our Bonnet Application

Nissan Skyline G35 Application

2008-12-15T16:55:00.005+08:00

Recently, we have gotten our hands on a front lip application for the Nissan Skyline. We're looking forward to getting our hands on applications for the Skyline R35 so do visit our blog in the future!

G35 Lip Application

Honda Accord CP3 Application

2008-12-03T14:18:00.006+08:00

Honda's new Accord, dubbed 'Inspire' in Japan, has seen brisk sales. With a revolutionary new styling concept, Honda has raised the bar once again and in our humble opinion, has trounced Toyota in the luxury sedan category by outshining, and definitely out-selling, the latest Camry and Altis! It's tough to go anywhere these days without seeing the distinctive beamer tail lights. We have recently replicated an application for the CP3. More to come as soon as we get our hands on them.

MDL Replica

We would like to apologize for not posting our applications recently. Hopefully we'll be able to make up for this in the coming weeks.

Nissan 350Z Applications

2008-10-18T15:54:00.006+08:00

When we talk about contemporary front engine rear-wheel-drive sport cars, one model stands out in particular, the Nissan 350Z!

Built on the same front midship platform as the G35, the Nissan 350Z continues to thrill automotive enthusiaists around the world! After a plethora of factory editions and Nismo editions as well, and after accumulating a whole bunch of awards like Top Gear's Car of the Year 2004 and TopSpeed's Performance Car of the Year 2007, the 350Z replaced the Skyline GT-R for the Super Gt's GT 500 class for Nissan's factory and customer teams.

Sporting a 3.5l V6 engine, the 350Z revs easily and accumulates a lot of power while making fuel consumption bearable! A performance car definitely requires some hot exterior styling as a complement, so do check out our applications!

NM Replica

BX Replica

NM Replica Spoiler

VS1 Replica Spoiler

VS3 Replica Spoiler

Toyota Estima ACR50/55,GSR50/55 Application

2008-10-17T11:38:00.006+08:00

Let's start with a little chassis code information for the 2006 Estima. ACR denotes an Estima with a 2.4 litre displacement, and GSR denotes a vehicle with a 3.5 litre engine. The number 50 denotes a two-wheel drive minivan while 55 denotes a vehicle with a four-wheel drivetrain.

While we're on the subject of distinguishing all the chaos surrounding Estima chassis codes, let's also delve on the topic of trim levels. The 3 different packages are X, G and Aeras, with the Aeras package being further broken down into Aeras, Aeras G and Aeras S trims. Vehicle exterior wise, the Aeras packages vary from those of the G and X specs by having different front and rear bumpers, and flashier rims.

Let's face it! You were going to ditch those generic wheels for a set of Estatus or a set of Lehrmeister anyway! And with a set of our replica kits onboard, the G and X trimmed vehicles truly come alive! Made with garages and body shops in mind, the door panels feature backings facilitating effortless installation!

KS Replica

Honda CRV Applications

2008-09-20T18:22:00.002+08:00

We know it's kind of late to be posting these, but we hope you'll forgive us for the two year delay. We've only recently acquired these applications for Honda's 2006 Grand SUV!

M Replica

MDL Replica

More Applications for the Mitsubishi Lancer/Galant Fortis '08

2008-09-05T17:11:00.004+08:00

Here are some newer applications for the new Lancer! Readily available at Arashi Aerodynamic, home of ARS Bodykits!

HL2 Replica Front Lip and Side Skirts - Front Lip features an Adjustable Diffuser

GT Replica Spoiler

EVO X Style Front Grill Application

EVO X Style License Plate Holder

EVO X Style Rear Diffuser

EVO X Style Spoiler

Honda Airwave GJ1/2 Applications

2008-08-29T19:10:00.004+08:00

Before the new facelift model applications reach us, let's pay tribute to the amazing subcompact Honda built around its Global Small Car Platform. The platform has succeeded in captivating global audiences with the successes of the Fit/Jazz, Fit-Aria/City, and has scored well with the Airwave as well! Well, every subcompact needs to be dolled up, even if it's a 5-door station wagon, so here are our bolt-on applications for the 2005 Honda Airwave!

ARS for Pre MC Airwave - What an Airwave kit should look like! Stylish air-dam feature up front and striking diffuser towards the aft!

H Replica

M Replica

ARS Custom Airwave GJ @ the Duke Affair 2008

2008-08-15T18:41:00.004+08:00

Much love to Oliver for his patience and cooperation on this project! This mod is a winner from every angle! Gary's paintwork was impressive!

Custom ARS Airwave GJ

ps: the bumpers are available, sans the widebody fender flares. spoiler is available too.

Honda Accord Euro-R CL7/9 Carbon Fibre Prints!

2008-08-15T16:21:00.005+08:00

Just felt the need to share some pictures with you. Recently our showroom cum workshop took some pictures of the Accord Euro-R CL7/9 bodykit parts that we coated in a carbon fibre print. The coat is tinged with gold and thus lends a very authentic and exotic look to the print!

M Replica Grill with CFG-101 Carbon Fibre Print

M Replica Spoiler with CFG-101 Carbon Fibre Print

More Civic FD Applications

2008-07-28T12:15:00.003+08:00

If you are looking for something different from the Type-R look for your FD, why not try the following bumper? With vents built in to counter turbulence in the front wheel well, and to ventilate your brakes, the application is not only aesthetically pleasing, but extremely functional as well!

ARS-M Front Bumper

We've been offering this roof spoiler for a while. Unfortunately, the response has not been entirely too enthusiastic as we did not have a picture of the application. We chanced upon one over the weekend, so now all you FD owners will be able to see for yourself how this roof spoiler accentuates the rear portion of your vehicle!

FD Roof Spoiler

Honda Elysion RR1-4 Application

2008-07-25T19:16:00.003+08:00

It's been a while. We know we shouldn't have kept you waiting, but we're here now, and so is our Elysion RR1-4 bodykit application!

MDL Replica

Why Bodykits? Aerodynamics 101

2008-07-08T19:21:00.012+08:00

A bodykit blog is not realizing it's purpose in the universe without providing its readers with some form of insight as to why they should be installing bodykits. To that end, we're going to post an article from our website addressing this matter. It's entitled Aero 101.

Aluminum Wide Bodies, Oversized Spoilers, Ducts, Vents and more Vents, Splitters, Canards and Diffusers. How do they fit into the bigger scheme of things and what do these modifications hope to accomplish? We will address these issues here as best we can. First, a little understanding of the Bernoulli Principle is essential to gain insight into matters regarding aerodynamics. We will attempt to address this very critical fundamental of fluid dynamics in a manner that is easy to comprehend.

Bernoulli's Principle works on the premise that faster air travelling along a surface will have a lower static pressure than slower air. With reference to the illustration below, the air flowing along the upper surface is travelling faster than that found at the bottom. The air is forced around the contoured surface, thereby travelling a greater distance within the same amount of time, hence the increased speed. This phenomenon is known as lift and is the basis behind airplane flight.

For vehicles that are grounded however, too much lift creates instability as there is reduced traction between wheels and asphalt that ultimately results in diminished cornering performance. All production cars, except those that hail from racing pedigrees like the Ferrari 430 and the Koenigsegg CCR, are subject to the adverse effects of excess lift.

Car owners that take their vehicle's cornering capabilities to the limits, would be wise to invest in enhancements that will generate downforce. Essentially, downforce is lift reversed. A simple inverted wing shaped spoiler does just that. Wings on an airplane enable them to fly and an inverted wing spoiler on the boot of a vehicle will, if the spoiler is in contact with the clean airflow at the rear of the vehicle, generate downforce imparting improved handling characteristics to the vehicle. If the downforce generated by the spoiler is still insufficient, a simple right-angled piece of metal called a gurney flap, when attached to the trailing edge of the spoiler, can and often will augment the spoiler generated downforce by up to 25%.

Spoiler with trailing white Gurney Flap

Splitters and air dams also seek to provide an element of downforce and added stability to a vehicle. Essentially splitters are spoilers mounted beneath the bumper and they are shaped to reduce the airflow beneath the vehicle by 'splitting' the high-pressure zone from the low-pressure high-speed flow. With lower pressure beneath the chassis of the vehicle comes a suction effect that facilitates the speeding up of air below the vehicle. Less air at greater speeds beneath the chassis translates into less pressure, thereby diminishing the pressure gradient between the upper and lower surfaces of the vehicle, hence the decreased lift. Air dams operate differently from splitters yet utilize the same concept. Air dams are vertical barriers that reduces the size of the opening leading to the bottom of vehicles. Their purpose is generally to block turbulent air and reduce drag underneath the chassis of the vehicle.

Splitter & Air Dam

Canards are airfoils that are mounted on the front of the vehicle. Canards generally produce a limited amount of downforce by virtue of their shape and orientation. By directing the airflow upwards, a slight gain in frontal downforce can be realized. Canards also act to generate strong vortices along the sides which limit the amount of high-pressure air that enters the undercarriage, thereby enhancing the downforce characteristics of the vehicle. Nevertheless, the vortices contribute significantly to drag and thus canards are more suited for tuning aerodynamic characteristics, rather than utilized as an instant downforce fix.

A variety of Canards at the Super GT Series

Diffusers are extremely effective in reducing turbulence and increasing downforce. Rear diffusers work by facilitating the flow of undercarriage air into the wake region. The wake region is essentially a vacuum created when the vehicle displaces air and creates a perpetual low-pressure area directly behind the vehicle, as air does not have sufficient time to rush in to fill the vacuum. This phenomenon is known as flow detachment and contributes to instability. As diffusers slope upwards and for all intents and purposes create a larger aperture for airflow to exit the undercarriage area, the air is slowed down and reintroduced into the wake area more efficiently. Many such enhancements have vertical vanes that further enhance flow.

F430 Rear Diffuser

Lower-pressure air that enters through the front, when aerodynamic enhancements are used, will create a vacuum effect in the undercarriage that will suck in the higher-pressure airflow from the sides. Side skirts are used to reduce airflow entering the undercarriage from the sides thereby increasing downforce, facilitating flow attachment, and reducing turbulence in the undercarriage region.

Celica (ARS-G3) Side Ducts

The primary purpose for having fenders with side ducts is to maximize brake and engine bay cooling. Well designed front undercarriage diffusers will direct the flow to the rear of the front wheel wells. When side ducts are used, flow is enhanced as the ducts direct the exit of hot turbulent air through the sides instead of outwards through the turbulent vortex areas generated by canards. With better flow, engine bay and brake cooling is very much aided resulting in better performance, and a decrease in drag.

There is a trade-off between improved cornering capabilites and additional drag that must be addressed. With downforce comes induced drag, as the resistance the vehicle needs to overcome is increased when downforce is increased. Drag reduces top speed but will allow faster cornering. Racers also witness a tendency for cars to understeer should there be excessive downforce in the rear region of the vehicle. Therefore an optimal balance sought between the two aerodynamic factors is fundamental to faster lap times.

Toyota Wish ANE/ZNE Applications - Part 5

2008-06-27T15:18:00.006+08:00

Our final installment for the Toyota Wish! In this post, we will focus on our applications for the post facelift model.

ARS for MC Toyota Wish - Stylish vented front, impressive lines on the sides, and wide diffuser-like design at the rear! Our design bears every hallmark of a Winning Bodykit Design!

Replica Aerosport Bumper Conversion Application

Replica Widebody Fender for Aerosport Application

KS Replica

WL Replica

ML Replica

Urgent Counterfeit Bodykit Alert

2008-06-26T18:52:00.005+08:00

It has come to our attention that the following automotive workshop in Singapore is still claiming that they are distributing bodykits fabricated by us.

Artistic Bodyworks Pte Ltd
5 Kaki Bukit Road 1 #01-05 ,
Eunos Technolink , Singapore 415932

We would like to state that we do not distribute our products to Artistic Bodyworks Pte Ltd. Although they fabricate parts utilizing a similar pigment as ours, in no way are their products similar to ours in quality. We would like to urge you, in the strongest terms possible, not to be deceived! On close inspection, the disparity between their product quality and ours is highly apparent. We will not be held liable for any product defects arising from the purchase of their products. Should you have doubts on whether you are purchasing our products or whether you are purchasing counterfeits, please get in touch with us and we will clarify the authenticity of your bodykit parts and the pertinent retailer's integrity.

Toyota Wish ANE/ZNE Applications - Part 4

2008-06-25T12:44:00.004+08:00

To further augment our series on the Toyota Wish applications, we've decided to include some roof spoilers that will fit both the pre facelift vehicle, as well as the post facelift vehicle. Take note that the spoilers depicted in this post are far from our complete range of Wish spoilers. For our other applications, do remember to scour our previous posts for other spoiler applications!

KS2 Replica Spoiler

FL Replica Spoiler

AF Replica Spoiler

HS Replica Spoiler

Toyota Wish ANE/ZNE Applications - Part 3

2008-06-13T19:11:00.006+08:00

Well, just thought I'd at least finish the series on the pre facelift Toyota Wish before calling it a day, so here goes! Besides the eyelids pictured, every other application in this post will fit the post facelift Toyota Wish as well. For those not in the know, the minor change (or MC, as the Japanese term it, is the process of incorporating new headlamps, taillamps, bumpers, etc. before redesigning chassis, significant body panels affecting vehicle pillars, etc.)occured in September 2005, and the Wish received a new, more angular and distinctive headlamp design. More on the MC Wish at a later date so as always, don't touch that browser address bar!

GS Replica Bonnet Moulding and Eyelids

FL Replica Bonnet Wing and Eyelids

ARS Bonnet Moulding

FL Replica Bonnet Wing

NZ Replica Bonnet Wing

LX Replica Front Grill

VL Replica Bonnet Moulding

SB Replica Woofer Fiberglass Enclosure - pictured with Bird's Eye Maple Print (yes we do woodgrain and carbon fibre prints as well)

Recently, we've perfected a process to produce add-on panels to existing automotive interior panels! It's all very exciting for us but more on that later!

Toyota Wish ANE/ZNE Applications - Part 2

2008-06-13T16:48:00.011+08:00

Our next installment on the pre facelift Toyota Wish!

MWL Replica

KS Replica

KS Replica - Full Front and Rear Bumper Replacement

ML Replica Lip attached beneath a TD Replica Lip

GS Replica Rear Lip

For the following bodykits, do not fret if your Wish is not of the 2.0Z variety! We fabricate the conversion kits that will transform your beloved 1.8X or 2.0G to the 2.0Z version!

LX Replica

The applications pictured above are going to be slightly tougher to name... TD Replica Bumper Kit with SG style Eyelids and XS Conversion Door Panels sporting a VL Replica Roof Spoiler and a VL Replica Boot Moulding - whew

GS Replica Lip and S-X Conversion Door Panels with GS Replica Bonnet Moulding

DLP Replica Lip mounted beneath S-X Replica Lip with XS Conversion Door Panels

NZ Replica Front and Rear 2pc Lips mounted beneath S-X Replica

VL Replica Door Panels

VL Replica Eyelids on the left, NZ Replica Eyelids on the right

OE Replica Foglamp Covers

Toyota Wish ANE/ZNE Applications - Part 1

2008-06-12T19:55:00.007+08:00

Recently we've gotten some complaints regarding our blog. Apparently, some viewers are under the impression that we only fabricate parts for Honda vehicles... Nothing could be further from the truth, so please allow us to dispel this myth! With that having been said, let's do a segment on the popular pre facelift Toyota Wish!

ES Replica

WL Replica

PN Replica

GL Replica

TD Replica

Our Design for Honda Stream RN6-9

2008-05-27T13:02:00.003+08:00

Accentuating the curves of the front bumper, to the muted yet racy side skirt appearance, culminating in the simple elegance of the rear lip, we present to you, our design for the Stream RN!

ARS for Honda Stream RN6-9 - An Instant Classic

Honda Stream RN Applications

2008-05-26T20:15:00.006+08:00

Let's take a breather from subcompacts for a second. Lately, there has also been substantial interest in the Honda Stream RN6-9, and we would not be doing justice to owners of this gorgeous MPV if we did not showcase our applications for the vehicle here.

H Replica

M Replica

M Replica - Full Bumper Replacement

RN Replica

Yet more applications for Honda Fit GE

2008-05-24T16:43:00.004+08:00

We weren't lying when we told you to visit our blog often! Our latest bumper replica kit for the Honda Fit GE! Hallmarks of this replica are immaculate fitment characteristics and elimination of wavy blemishes! Imagine your delight when you bring our parts to your friendly local neighbourhood spray painter and instead of the cursing and swearing you are accustomed to, he gives you a big discount for not messing up his day by bringing him a lousy, full of air-voids and imperfections, surface like rough grit sandpaper bodykit! Don't settle for anything less than an ARS bodykit!

LSN Replica

More applications for Honda Fit GE

2008-05-14T16:17:00.002+08:00

We haven't stopped devloping new applications for the 2008 Honda Fit GE, and to reassure all Fit lovers out there in Internetland, we're not done by a long shot! We'll be coming up with two new applications in the very near future, with designs for another already in the works! Do remember to bookmark us for more updates on this model!

M2 Replica

By the way, for those not in the know, we've been fabricating bodykits for more than 12 years now. Recently, I've seen many of our competitors churn out truly depressing excuses for Honda Fit GE bodykits... Honestly folks, becuase substandard kits abound in the market, if your workshop is not distributing ARS Bodykits, please ask your local neighbourhood dealer about our kits! If you insist on purchasing kits that are not fabricated by us, you owe it to yourselves, and your beloved vehicle to inspect the quality of the kits thoroughly! Substandard kits abound in the market!

INSIST ON ARS QUALITY!

Mitsubishi Lancer/Galant Fortis '08 DBA-CY4A

2008-05-08T14:46:00.003+08:00

Another HL replica! We're really sorry that we have neglected to source for parts for the New Lancer as aggressively as we have done for the New Fit. Let us make it up to you with Rock-Bottom prices for the Lancer EX and GT Replica front and rear skirts! Available at all our distributors, we make the kits better, and sell them cheaper, than the original progenitors of this kit!

HL Replica

Audio Systems @ Arashi Aerodynamic

2008-05-05T15:21:00.010+08:00

We apologize for the hiatus bodykit fans! We're going to deviate slightly from our favourite topic in this posting to bring you some updates on the latest developments at Arashi Aerodynamic! For those whom are not in the know, Arashi Aerodynamic is our retail operation in Johor Bahru, West Malaysia. Previously, our primary focus has been bodykits. We've been upgrading over the years and are now capable of providing you with a complete automotive accessories solution! We've recently provided a fair number of automotive audiophiles with systems that capture respect from onlookers by virtue of the flawless presentation of the systems! Affordable and reasonable, they exhibit extraordinary sound reproduction capabliities giving you, quite literally, more bang for your buck!

We proudly retail L.A. POWER Audio Accessories! Ultimate and Reliable Performance, coupled with Affordability!

Performance Audio Accessories, proudly manafactured in the land of a thousand smiles! The Epitome of Style and Hard-Hitting Audio Power!

MTX Audio Accessories

Caliber Preamplifiers

What are you going to do with all the unseemly wiring and predominantly uncomely magnets sticking out of your new stereo system? The solution is simple, house them within aesthetically pleasing and purpose built Speaker Enclosures!

Your front Mid-range Speakers will look Great after we're done with them! Check out the finish!

Marble Print Subwoofer Enclosures - Truly Audacious!

Upholstered Enclosures with Massive Audio Capicitors in Plain Sight!

Whether you are a novice or an audiophile, visit us soon at Arashi Aerodynamic - Your Car Stereo's New Home!

Latest Application for Fit GE

2008-04-25T18:44:00.007+08:00

We're letting this kit go at truly ridiculous prices! Do contact our distributor closest you for more details. If you can't find one, do contact us at ars.bodykits@gmail.com and we'll clue you in! Enjoy!

HL Replica

Civic FD Type-R V-Lip Application

2008-04-23T15:04:00.002+08:00

I'm sure those who've installed our Civic FD Type-R bumper kits will appreciate this V-Lip! We feel that it complements the bumper perfectly but we'll let you be the judge.

Civic FD Type-R V-Lip

Honda Fit '08 DBA-GE Replica!

2008-04-23T13:20:00.003+08:00

Still fresh from the oven and piping hot! Our replica set consists of front bumper, side skirts, rear skirt and roof spoiler. Guaranteed to please both the weekend car-lover and the avid JDM aftermarket fan!

M Replica - First of many to come!

Honda Fit GD Bumper Applications

2008-04-19T18:56:00.005+08:00

And finally, for the last installment in our GD bodykit posts, I present to you, our bumper applications for the Honda Fit GD! We'll be moving on to our applications for the DBA-GE Honda Fit very, very soon!! Bet you didn't know we have them!

As always, keep your eyes glued to this blog!

LS Replica - Extremely well defined features

IN Replica - The ever popular choice!

ARS-6 Kit - Although it looks familiar, we actually crafted this set from thin air with just a photo!

MP Replica

AX Replica

ARS Brunei

2008-04-17T17:22:00.007+08:00

ARS Brunei recently sent us their recent custom vehicle pictures. A beautiful VIP-style Nissan Cefiro, a larger than life Proton Satria, and a Ferrari-styled Hyundai Tuscani! We're all in awe of their obvious talent, and sometimes envious because they get to play with top-of-the-line import vehicles... Well, here's to a more transparent, impartial and nonpartisan import policy in Malaysia's automotive scene (we want to mod those G35s, S2000s and IS350s too...). While we wait for an overhaul in automotive import legislation (fingers crossed), here's why ARS is taking names and kicking ass in Brunei!

Gorgeous VIP-style Nissan Cefiro

Not your standard Proton Satria

Hyundai Tuscani with a split F360 personality

Honda Fit GD Post MC Skirt applications

2008-04-05T19:12:00.006+08:00

Sorry about the hiatus. Here are the Post MC Skirt applications in their full splendour!

M Replica - MY06
Not entirely too popular though the look it creates is quite rugged.
Perhaps the style is too often repeated (to their detriment)

KS Replica

MDL Replica

M Replica - The ever popular classic

Stay put for updates on Bumper and Spoiler Applications!

Honda Fit GD pre MC Skirt applications

2008-03-27T16:46:00.008+08:00

As promised, the following are our Honda Fit GD pre MC skirt applications.

FB Replica

MDL Replica

M Replica

KS Replica

Will be posting our post MC skirt applications very soon. Don't touch that dial!

Our latest Honda Fit GD Replica Kit

2008-03-27T13:35:00.003+08:00

Our latest DSE replica application for the Honda Fit GD. Quite pleasant looking and it does impart a sense of VIP styling to the popular sub-compact. We'll be showcasing our entire product line for the Honda Fit GD soon so do pop by often for updates!

Our Intepretation of Civic FD Type-R

2008-03-24T17:15:00.006+08:00

We're pleased to present our Type-R application for the Civic FD! We've improved the fitment considerably (over our competitors' applications) thus the kit can be coated before installation! Installation is 100% hassle-free!

The Derby replica bonnet will definitely add zest to the new Civic, not to mention shave off a couple of unneeded pounds! With crude oil prices this high, anybody can benefit from a high quality ARS bonnet!

Our First Blog Posting

2008-03-22T15:36:00.000+08:00

We're fairly excited on this development and in the days to come, we'll be posting as much as possible on our favorite topic, BODYKITS and automotive modifications! For those of you who do not know us, please visit our website at http://www.ars-bodykits.com where we explain exactly what we do, and the passion that drives us to excel in automotive exterior modifications! Also, we hope to shed some light on the people behind our organization in this blog. Please visit us often if you are interested in the subject of aerodynamic enhancements and what is new in the automotive industry. Without any further ado, I present to you the 'ARS Bodykit Blog'!