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      01-14-2008, 08:13 PM   #1
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DIY Blackout Grill and HDR Attempt

Nothing amazing; but, figured I'd show off my DIYed blackout front grill. Followed instructions on here and E90post, used Rustoleum Grey Primer and Paint. Also one coat of clear coat at the end.
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      01-14-2008, 08:42 PM   #2
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Good job on the grill! Blackout tape, I presume?

I've been trying my hand at HDR too. Very interesting method.

Where did you get your bumper plugs?
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Nope, did the primer and spray method with one coat of clear. And those aren't bumper plugs, just the OEM front license plate bracket screws without the bracket. I figured a black car and black screws blends in just fine. Amazing how misaligned the original holes were drilled, stupid dealer. Also didn't want to pay for four bumper plugs and have to drill out the original holes. Lazy/cheap is the way to go =p
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black Grill looks great on your car....really sets it off. lic. plate holes are an eye sore, stupid dealer
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Thanks, did a quick PS of the front shot to get rid of those damn holes =]
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Thanks, did a quick PS of the front shot to get rid of those damn holes =]
LOL, for a minute there, i thought i was blind..

It looks real mean... nice.
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Lol, no not blind, I touched it up a little. Thanks
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LOL, for a minute there, i thought i was blind..

It looks real mean... nice.
Yeah... me too.
I looked 3 times WTF, what plugs?
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i would like to play with your exposure, -, and + and see what i could do with that hdr... its something i have been using a lot and would like to play with it
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Little off-topic but here's one I did yesterday. More subtle of an HDR shot and non-BMW but sick shot none the less.
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