Customizers.....List your mods here........

[Luster]

Since this a customizing forum, I am interested to know what kind of modifications you have made to your cars (and trucks).......

And how much you've spent on after-market mod's......(although its none of my business!)

Here goes:

17” Motegi MR7 Chrome Wheels
BFGoodrich Comp T/A 50 Series
Custom Painted Engine Bay
20% 3M Window Tint
Reflective Concepts Overlays
Wheel-Skins Leather Steering Cover
DynoMax Super-Turbo Exhaust
Audiobahn Bandpass 10” Sub
Removed Resonator / U-bend
Audiobahn Power Amplifier
Buick Strut Tower Braces
4 Audiobahn Door Speakers
Custom Red / Yellow Loom (by Pam!)
Street Scenes Speed Grills
Streetglow Headlight Strobes
STB & Fender Brace Graphics
De-Badged
Painted Calipers & Rotors
Brushed Alum Engine Cover Overlays
Removed UnderHood Pad
Perfect-Fit Hood Protector / Deflector
Sylvania SilverStar SuperWhites
Custom Flames
Lotek Pods, AutoMeter Gauges
Acura Cold Air Intake / K&N Cone
Stainless Steel Exhaust Heat Shield
Lexan Intake Heat Shield
Lloyd Embroidered Trunk Mat
MDM Deck Mat & Custom Plexi GT

I've spent about $2400. My wife has bought me about $800 in mods for gifts (Christmas, B-day, Father's Day!)...

Total $3200......

Not too bad for a hobby. I know a lot of guys that spend that much on a set of golf clubs!

Will I ever get that back?......NO.....but it's worth it to me for the fun of MODDING!

[Scottwax]

1990 Accord LX

Engine:

AEM cold air intake
AEM tru-power pulleys
DC Sports ceramic 4-2-1 header
EX ECU (no top speed limiter!)
Custom 2.25" exhaust w/Catgo high flow cat and a Vortec turbo muffler (very quiet at cruising speeds, nice roar at full throttle)

Wheels & tires

15 x 6.5 Konig Caffienes
Panther (made by BF Goodrich) 195/60 15s

Suspension:

Tenzo front and rear upper strut bars
Suspension Techiniques front anti-roll bar

Exterior:

Shaved emblems
Clear corners and bumpers-corners done JDM style with amber bulbs (see attached pic)
Silverstar 9006-9005 conversion

Sound system:

Sony head unit (cassette-got it about 5 years ago and I've got tons of tapes)
Kenwood KAC-848 4 x 50w amp
JBL-GTO-602 speakers in the doors
Kicker Impulse 6.5s in the rear deck

Miscellaneous:

Tinted windows
Sidewinder alarm

Cost? I don't know, a lot more than the car is worth.

[TortoiseAWD]

'92 Eagle Talon TSi AWD:

• Custom Spearco 221-B FMIC and piping (filter relocated to fender well)
• 3" turbo back exhaust.
• TRE-ported 2G exhaust manifold
• TRE-ported 2G O2 sensor housing
• 2G throttle body elbow
• TRE-ported 16G turbo (no clip); 34-mm wastegate valve installed to prevent boost creep
• Autronic stand-alone fuel computer
• J&S Safeguard (not yet installed)
• Aftermarket brake pads (Metal Matrix??? I think)
• Upgraded suspension: Koni front/GAB rear; Eibach Pro-kit springs . . . I also have a set of Ground Control coil-overs sitting in the garage that I haven't installed yet (includes springs, but will use the Koni/GAB struts I already have).
• Dunlop SP8000 "fair weather" tires
• Gauges
  - White-faced gauge conversion
  - center-vent mount holds two gauges, currently VDO 0-30 psi boost and AutoMeter A/F, but I have two new white-faced gauges from Westach to replace those (not yet installed); one is -30 to 30 psi boost, and the other is a dual gauge that shows fuel pressure and EGT
• Upgraded stereo stuff (nothing to shout about, just "better than stock" . . . Aiwa head unit, forget what brand the door speakers are (Panasonic?), and an easily-removed sub-box in the hatch (not built in)
• Tranny recently completely rebuilt and freshened
• ACT 2600 clutch
• short shifter and bushings
• Salvage yard "big-brake" upgrade (not yet installed)

The motor is currently out of the car; I slagged the #2 piston at the track and it scored the block. I happened to have a bottom-end from a '90 (a parts car that I own), and the head was undamaged (and recently freshened), so the rebuild shouldn't be too painful. Nothing special planned for the rebuild other than '95+ pistons, which will bump compression slightly (should improve off-boost performance a bit).

So far on the WRX:

• TrunkMonkey!
• Thermal R&D 3" cat-back
• Godspeed up-pipe
• Stromung downpipe (hi-flow cat)
• 17" Rota Tarmac wheels/Falken Azenis tires
• Defi HUD boost gauge/turbo timer
• Color matching OEM side skirts
• K&N panel filter; hacked airbox
• Prodrive springs, to-be-installed (TBI)
• Goodridge braided stainless brake lines, upgraded pads (TBI)

I have plans to add an intercooler sprayer this spring, maybe fuel control if I can drum up a few $$$ detailing friends' cars with the warmer weather. The computer is about $1000, but worth about 20 whp on an otherwise stock car, plus the ability to tune for modifications as they start to exceed the abilities of the stock ECU.

[Luster]

Originally posted by TortoiseAWD
'92 Eagle Talon TSi AWD

That's an"Imprezive" mod list......

I'm glad I'm not the only MOD-MANIAC around here!

The highest compliment I have been given on my mods is this:

"Your outta control.......I mean seriously outta control!"

I responded: "Thank you."

(I NEED TRUNK-MONKEY!)

[TortoiseAWD]

Originally posted by Luster
(I NEED TRUNK-MONKEY!)

Ah, but to get a TrunkMonkey, you must first acquire the Beauty of All-Wheel Drive

Me, a mod-maniac? It's not my fault modifications are like 'tater chips . . . betcha can't install just one.

Tort

[detailbarn]

Luster I must say your car is one of the most tasteful modifidied cars I've seen in a very long time. Not to much not to little just very classy.

[Luster]

Originally posted by detailbarn
Luster I must say your car is one of the most tasteful modifidied cars I've seen in a very long time. Not to much not to little just very classy.

Thanks, Detailbarn.......

It's easy to "over-do-it" when it comes to mods.

I subscribe to the less is more theory.

[samiam513]

Originally posted by Luster
Thanks, Detailbarn.......

It's easy to "over-do-it" when it comes to mods.

I subscribe to the less is more theory.

Your theory goes with my mod list. Cat back Flowmaster, 4x4 wheels, and a chopped intake.

[Zealot]

If I had to guess I'd say I have around $3K in mods to the car. I don't keep track

Performance modifications

• Magnaflow Magnapack cat-back exhaust w/3” polished stainless steel tips
  Ford Racing underdrive pulleys, C-Springs, aluminum drive shaft & 3.73:1 gears
  Steeda Tri-Ax shifter, timing adjuster, sub-frames & G-Trac bar
  Yo! Dude Racing X-pipe
  K&N air filter
  Maximum Motorsports Urethane spring isolators & Caster/Camber plates
  Interactive System Technologies 180* fan relay kit
  Aeromotive adjustable fuel pressure regulator
  Russell braided stainless-steel brake lines (front)

Cosmetic/Interior/Exterior modifications

• Steeda Polished aluminum door sill plates, headlight & A/C knobs
  UPR Billet aluminum window/mirror/door lock switch buttons
  Pro-Fit polished aluminum electric fuel door
  MAC White faced gauges
  Ford Mustang Bullitt pedals
  Autometer dash pod & main cluster bezel
  MGW Ltd. Aluminum door lock pins
  Hurst chromed shifter handle w/Classic knob
  Carbon-fiber emergency brake handle
  Clear corner markers
  Isotta chromed aluminum shifter ring
  Ford Racing 2” water temp, oil pressure, fuel pressure and volts gauges
  Ford Racing export fender flares
  Performance Wheel Outlet polished 17x9 & 17x10.5 “Motorsport R” wheels w/245/45/17 & 315/35/17 Sumitomo HT tires (to be replaced with Pirelli P7000 in the rear on 2/26)
  Saleen S-281 rear wing
  Interactive System Technologies hood struts
  “Old Ford Blue “Painted front and rear brake calipers

[Brad B.]

The Carrera C4S has a Bilstein coilover fully adjustable coilover suspension with euro spec swaybars and shocks. Euro clear indicators and fogs. Brey Krause Stainless Steel Front Strut Bar. Custom air box for better breathing, K&N filter. Plus a few interior aesthetic mods.
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The Audi S4 has a Neuspeed 19mm adjustable rear swaybar, Euro HID's, with city light mod, clear corner indicators, RS4 grille, BMW M3 rear lip spoiler, red painted calipers, K&N filter, rear interior sunshade, Panasonic 6-disc CD changer, VW New Beetle overhead sunglass holder, Porsche dual horn upgrade.
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[Redcar GUY]

well lets see...


BBK 52mm Throttle body
March power pulleys
Granatelli Mas air Flow Sensor
Hotchkis Strut Tower Bar
Pro 5.0 shifter
SLP Air Temp Module
"Deconed" SLP 2ontheleft exhaust
LT4 Knock Modual
Spohn Lower Control Arms's
Spohn Panhardbar
Ed Wright Computer reprograms
LT4 Clutch
5% tint
K&N air filter
GM alum Driveshaft
Mobil one synthetic oil
Mobil one synthetic Tranny fluid
Mobil one Synthetic rear end fluid
(hand)polished intake
(hand)polished Throttle body
(hand)Polished alternator
(hand) polished exhaust
Throttle body coolant bypass
Clarion CD player
Alpine EQ
Boston acoustics Component set
JL audio 6.5's
(2)JL 12W0's
Q Lojic sub box
Precision Power amps
Custom made amp rack
Chrome SS wheels ( I have the stock painted ones too)
Red painted Brake Calipers




I am sure there is more but cant think of them now...

[Pats300zx]

Here is mine:

Stillen Rear Sport Wing
Stillen GTZ Front Spoiler
Stillen Type III Rear Valence
Stillen Door Skirts and door fillers
Stillen Polished Dual Tip Exhaust (2.5")
Stillen Polished X Pipe
Stillen Cross Drilled Rotors
Stillen Louvered Center Panel
Stillen Rear Strut Bar

Nissan OEM Clear Corners
HRE 540 Fully Polished Wheels-17x8 front and 18X9 rear
Toyo T1S Proxie Tires-265/25/18-rear and 235/44/17 front
Painted Calipers (Black)
SGP Oil Cap

Hose Techniques Yellow Silicon Vac Hoses
Red Upper/Lower Radiator Hoses (Avalon Racing)
Red Silicon Intake Hoses (Avalon Racing)
Carbon Fiber Fan Shroud (Avalon Racing)
Carbon Fiber Timing Belt Covers with Polished Bolts
Carbon Fiber Throttle Cover
Carbon Fiber Interior Trim Pieces
JWT Intake
Erol's Stainless Steel Fuel Lines and Connectors
Erol's Stainless Steel Brake Booster Lines and Connectors
Goodridge Stainless Steel Brake Lines

99 Nissan OEM Jspec Red Stitched Shift Knob
Red Leather Stitched Shift Boot and Ebrake Boot
99 Jspec Carbon Fiber Stereo Console
99 JSpec Optional ALTIA Aluminum/Indiglo Illuminated Door Sills/Scuff Plates
99 Fairlady OEM Rear Center Panel (Red)
99 Jspec OEM clear taillights

Chromed EGR Tube
Chromed Upper Plenum Fuel Rail
Chromed Power Steering Res
Chromed Cruise Control and Fuel Regulator Bracket
Chromed Hood Security bracket
Chromed Battery Tie Down Bracket
Chromed Oil Dipstick Handle
Chromed Top Speed Front Strut Bar with Chrome Mounts
Chromed Hood Latch and Bolts
Chromed Wiper Relay Bracket
Chromed Throttle Body Springs
Chromed Power Steering Pulley
Chromed Water Pump Pulley
Chromed Custom Radiator Air Guide
Misc Chromed Engine bolts/brackets

Powdercoated Balance Tube (Yellow)
Powdercoated Coil Pack Brackets (Yellow)
Powdercoated Rear Sway Bar (Yellow) with Red Energy Suspension Bushings/Endlinks
Powdercoated X-pipe suspension brace (Yellow)
Powdercoated Rear lower suspension control arms (Yellow)
Powdercoated Rear subframe brakets (Yellow)

Polished Plenum
Polished Throttle Bodies
Polished Crack Angle Sensor
Polished Cruise Control Unit
Polished AC Reservoir
Polished Misc. Wiring Brackets
Polished Nissan Fuel Filter
Polished Hood Prop
Polished Water Inlet Pipes
Polished Fan Clutch
Polished Hose Techniques TBolt Clamps

Custom Nissan Aluminum Pedals
NISMO Racing Radiator Cap
NISMO Fuel Filler Cap
Optima Yellow Top Battery
Painted sub frame and differential with chromed differential bolts
Custom Cut Mirrored Engine Accents
Custom Trunk Z Logo
Corbeau Carrera Leather Racing Seats (Red/Black Leather)
PIAA Xtreme White Clear Corner bulbs
PIAA Xtreme White Fog Lights
Autometer 2 1/16 carbon fiber gauges in custom glove box pod
Custom Ztoyz.Net Red Stitched trunk carpet
Custom Painted Brake and Clutch resevoir caps (Yellow)
Custom Painted Battery Tray (Yellow)
Mr. K signed visor and T-top shade

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