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

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imported_Luster1

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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!):D



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!
 
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.
 
'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.
 
TortoiseAWD said:
'92 Eagle Talon TSi AWD
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That's an"Imprezive" mod list......



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



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!)
 
Luster said:
(I NEED TRUNK-MONKEY!)
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Ah, but to get a TrunkMonkey, you must first acquire the Beauty of All-Wheel Drive :D



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



Tort
 
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.:xyxthumbs
 
detailbarn said:
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.:xyxthumbs
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Thanks, Detailbarn.......



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



I subscribe to the less is more theory. :)
 
Luster said:
Thanks, Detailbarn.......



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



I subscribe to the less is more theory. :)
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Your theory goes with my mod list. Cat back Flowmaster, 4x4 wheels, and a chopped intake.
 
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/3â€� 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
 
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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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...
 
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



Zdriver.com "Project 300ZX NA"



Sponsors: Meguiars Wax



Avalon Racing

Londonderry, NH

(www.Avalonracing.net)



Used300zxparts.com



Brooks Plating and Polishing

(Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)



Pakshak.com
 
What I HAVE:



- JWT intake

- 2002 Maxima strut tower brace

- US-spec "4DSC" sticker :p



I'm going to start a similar thread for what I wish I had...
 
Pats300ZX....



My wife would say....."Pat has some serious issues!".....



I would say...."WHAT AN AWESOME MOD LIST!!!!"...:xyxthumbs



Isn't this a great hobby!



I absolutely love it.:D



You know the story about the difference between men and boys....its true.......(price of toys).....
 
Redcar GUY said:
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...
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Is that on the Saturn or cavalier? :D
 
not many mods for my car,



front and rear strut bars

aem short ram intake

msd ignition

apexi vafc

hondata intake manifold gasket

coilovers coming soon



but i would have to say the best mod i've done so far....is get the bridgestone s03's for my tires! they grip like no other tire, even in the rain! :eek: :D
 
On my WRX:



Vishnu Stage Zero

Catless up pipe

underdrive pulley

colder plugs

boost controller

Unichip engine management

StopTech big brake kit

Prodrive springs

Whiteline Anti-lift kit

Whiteline adjustable rear swaybar

Kartboy rear droplinks

Kartboy shortshifter & bushings

17x7.5" Rota SDRs with 225/45/17 Falken Azenis Sports

DIY painted sideskirts

Custom gauge pod with 3 Autometer gauges (oil press, oil temp, EGT)

TRUNKMONKEY!



And much more to come soon :D I'm not stopping until I'm at 350hp and then I'll be happy ;)





For the Alfa:



Swapped 2.5L engine for rebuilt 3.0L

Sperry stage II heads

10.5:1 pistons

IAP headers (jethot coated)

Modified ECU & Ignition module

Larger AFM + K&N Cone filter

4.10 + LSD transaxle (modified for more lockup)

Supersport springs & torsion bars

larger front & rear swaybars

Koni Sport adjustable shocks

Lots of polyurethane bushings

Slotted brake rotors front & rear

Stainless steel braided brake lines

Porterfield R4 pads

Completely gutted interior

Lightweight racing seats

Sabelt 5-point harnesses

Autopower 4-point rollbar (soon to be full cage!)

Momo Millenium 350mm steering wheel

Momo Race airleather shift knob

16x7" SSR Integrals with 205/45/16 Kumho Ecsta V700s (recently sold)

DIET! Removed interior, power steering, A/C, Stereo, etc



And probalby more that I can't remember at the moment ;)
 
mods:



PIAA Super Plasma 5000K headlamps

PIAA Super Plasma SX 3800K 85W fogs

Raceconcept's Cross-drilled & slotted Rotors

Hawk HP+ front Pads

PRB rear pads

Magnaflow's Cat-back exahust

18" Mille Miglia Emotion SSL rims w/polished lip

225/40/18 Yokohama Parada Spec 2 tires

Eibach Pro-kit

D3 Designs (CSK) chassis stiffening kit

Road Race Engineering/Koni Front struts

KYB AGX rear shocks

Magnecor KV 85 plug wires

Denso Iridium plugs

K&N CAI

Kenwood Z828 h/u

Alpine V-12 Amp

Momo c/f shifter

Ichibahn pedals

Euro clear turn signals

35/20% Llumar tint

Grillecraft silver grill

and a box of Swiffers!



That pretty much keeps me up and running
 
I've been very impressed by the various "MOD LISTS"!



It inspires me to go out and spend MORE MONEY!



The highest compliment you can be paid, when someone looks at your car is this:



"You're Out Of Control!!!!



You respond. "Thank you."
 
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