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      08-06-2012, 03:49 PM   #221
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Just picked up brushed gunmetal and Darwin installed them. They look awesome!
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      08-06-2012, 05:47 PM   #222
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      08-07-2012, 05:21 PM   #223
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Some pictures of my gunmetal purchased and installed by Darwin at Sonic.
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      08-07-2012, 07:43 PM   #224
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Thanks for all the support guys, enjoy the new additions!

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      08-22-2012, 11:40 PM   #225
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      08-23-2012, 07:40 AM   #226
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I installed the paddles in my car and they work great. Way easier to grab, especially on a racetrack.

Icing on the cake would be if the edges were a bit rounded and finger friendly, as the oem DCT paddles.

Great product nonetheless!
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      09-07-2012, 10:25 AM   #227
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I installed the paddles in my car and they work great. Way easier to grab, especially on a racetrack.

Icing on the cake would be if the edges were a bit rounded and finger friendly, as the oem DCT paddles.

Great product nonetheless!
Thanks for the honest review. We are working on an updated model. Thanks for your input.

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      09-07-2012, 10:36 AM   #228
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Thanks for the honest review. We are working on an updated model. Thanks for your input.

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Updated Model!?! Will you offer us a special upgrade price to the new design?
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Thanks for the honest review. We are working on an updated model. Thanks for your input.

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What is the target availability of the new design? Car is waiting for a boat, so I've got about 6 weeks before it's even here.
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Bump
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      10-21-2012, 10:34 PM   #231
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Thanks for the honest review. We are working on an updated model. Thanks for your input.

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any updates ?
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      10-22-2012, 10:00 PM   #232
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We are open to suggestions to revise the design, if anybody has some constructive input, that would be appreciated!
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      10-23-2012, 12:48 AM   #233
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We are open to suggestions to revise the design, if anybody has some constructive input, that would be appreciated!
here is my input and if possible i am willing to order a custom set for myself.

1. hole vs no hole: personal preference but i prefer no holes and a solid piece like oem. maybe offer them in both versions?

2. create the "lip" on the edge of paddle like oem.

3. make the paddle on bottom symmetrical as top part (preferred) or extend the bottom just a little.
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      10-23-2012, 09:53 AM   #234
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here is my input and if possible i am willing to order a custom set for myself.

1. hole vs no hole: personal preference but i prefer no holes and a solid piece like oem. maybe offer them in both versions?

2. create the "lip" on the edge of paddle like oem.

3. make the paddle on bottom symmetrical as top part (preferred) or extend the bottom just a little.
I would pick up a set if they were like this ^
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Thanks for the input, will forward this over to D for sketch/render of revised design...
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      11-03-2012, 07:03 AM   #236
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      11-03-2012, 12:02 PM   #237
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Any additional hints at how to find the air bag release clips? I don't want to drag a screwdriver over any potential electronics on accident.

Edit: Nevermind. I figured it out. Paddles installed!
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      11-06-2012, 01:47 PM   #238
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Thanks for the input, will forward this over to D for sketch/render of revised design...
I would get a set if you just add the OEM edge "lip" to the existing design...
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      11-06-2012, 02:01 PM   #239
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I would get a set if you just add the OEM edge "lip" to the existing design...
I second this! I really like the design.... a tampered edge would make it perfect
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      11-18-2012, 11:42 PM   #240
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I second this! I really like the design.... a tampered edge would make it perfect
Agreed, plus I find all of the machined edges to be too sharp vs the smooth OE paddles.

IMO, extending the paddles a bit further on the bottom, adding the inside 'lip' like the OE paddles and making the machined edges smoother would take these from great to amazing. I would gladly pay an extra $50/pr if these changes were introduced.
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      11-29-2012, 12:12 AM   #241
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Agreed with the above suggestions. Any update?
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      11-29-2012, 04:14 AM   #242
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+1 on the "lip". It creates a very good feel.

It would be great if all edges could be rounded vs cut off.
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