OFFICIAL "What Mods Should I Buy for my Coupe?" Thread
Mods so far:
Interior:
pioneer 4200dvd with direct ipod hookup
2 Kicker CVR 10"s
Exterior:
Blue Oracle Angel Eyes
Clear Corners
Waiting to paint and install: SL Hood and Strafe Speed rear bumper
Engine:
Z-Tube & JWT PopCharger
5/16" MD Plenum Spacer
opinions on what to get next within reasonable $ ??
As much as i'd like a set of new wheels, I recently bought new tires and I'd like to get 20's next so that's kinda out of the question.
Interior:
pioneer 4200dvd with direct ipod hookup
2 Kicker CVR 10"s
Exterior:
Blue Oracle Angel Eyes
Clear Corners
Waiting to paint and install: SL Hood and Strafe Speed rear bumper
Engine:
Z-Tube & JWT PopCharger
5/16" MD Plenum Spacer
opinions on what to get next within reasonable $ ??
As much as i'd like a set of new wheels, I recently bought new tires and I'd like to get 20's next so that's kinda out of the question.
OK so heres the deal...
I've got about $1400 on hand but still need to install my Stance GR+ and SPC arms front/rear. Need tools to do this or take it somewhere (taking it most anywhere will run me a total of $500 for both installs and the alignment if not more).
I had originally planned on going for the body kit next which would include clear corners and probably Nismo front, sides, and rear diffuser unless I change my mind (again) and go back to AIT, INGS, and Chargespeed.
However I'm noticing my breaks are in need of fixing particularly the pads and then possibly refinishing the rotors (or replacing them depending). Now I'm considering doing some kind of break upgrade and its a question of go big or go home...
Akebono conversion OR bodykit and refinish/pads? Also thoughts on self install of breaks, coils, and camber arms or shop install?
I've got about $1400 on hand but still need to install my Stance GR+ and SPC arms front/rear. Need tools to do this or take it somewhere (taking it most anywhere will run me a total of $500 for both installs and the alignment if not more).
I had originally planned on going for the body kit next which would include clear corners and probably Nismo front, sides, and rear diffuser unless I change my mind (again) and go back to AIT, INGS, and Chargespeed.
However I'm noticing my breaks are in need of fixing particularly the pads and then possibly refinishing the rotors (or replacing them depending). Now I'm considering doing some kind of break upgrade and its a question of go big or go home...
Akebono conversion OR bodykit and refinish/pads? Also thoughts on self install of breaks, coils, and camber arms or shop install?
Just Finished CAI and grill...now what
Just finished installing my Injen CAI today! I also just painted my front Grill a flat Black, I'm really happy with the look but now I want to do something with the headlights. I would like to either get a pair of black headlights or I've heard there are ways of taking the lens off the headlight, painting them, and then putting then lens back on. Any thoughts?? Thanks!!!
Just finished installing my Injen CAI today! I also just painted my front Grill a flat Black, I'm really happy with the look but now I want to do something with the headlights. I would like to either get a pair of black headlights or I've heard there are ways of taking the lens off the headlight, painting them, and then putting then lens back on. Any thoughts?? Thanks!!!
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So, I just bolted on a Takeda short ram intake (not pictured), some Von Max alloys, got a true dual cat back exhaust installed, and tinted the glass (20%). The sound is great, but I only noticed a performance difference from the intake. But at least I feel cool enough to start posting here more regularly. 
An Mrev2 would be a great addition to this line up if you have the revup....
i could use some advice :/
I have about 500 coming to me in the next month or so that i can spend on modding . right now my car is stock with the sports package (04 coupe) except for small thigns like led's and the sound system.
With that much money, what would give me the most gains , whether is acoustically, asthecically, or power wise.
I also want to make note that i am not using this for racing. i use this car to go almost an hour each way to work but want to have a little more fun in it. also, i do drive automatic for the better mileage so i never go above 2500-3000 rpms
--I was gonna get a z-tube and either a stillen hi flow intake, or mabye plenum spacers.
--or go behind the engine instead and get headers and a cat true exhaust
--or change the looks and get either some halo ccfl headlights, or a lip kit
--or work the ride with mabye coilovers or sway bars
--or finish my sound system with rear speakers and an amp dedicated to the subs (right now i have a 4 channel with the front two on 2 channels and the subs on 2 channels, rest is run off bose)
I do not believe i have the money to tune it, so the CAI would have to be good w/o tune, same with other performace upgrades.
any advice would be greatly appreciated! links to dealers of exact products would be ever more appreciated!!
I have about 500 coming to me in the next month or so that i can spend on modding . right now my car is stock with the sports package (04 coupe) except for small thigns like led's and the sound system.
With that much money, what would give me the most gains , whether is acoustically, asthecically, or power wise.
I also want to make note that i am not using this for racing. i use this car to go almost an hour each way to work but want to have a little more fun in it. also, i do drive automatic for the better mileage so i never go above 2500-3000 rpms
--I was gonna get a z-tube and either a stillen hi flow intake, or mabye plenum spacers.
--or go behind the engine instead and get headers and a cat true exhaust
--or change the looks and get either some halo ccfl headlights, or a lip kit
--or work the ride with mabye coilovers or sway bars
--or finish my sound system with rear speakers and an amp dedicated to the subs (right now i have a 4 channel with the front two on 2 channels and the subs on 2 channels, rest is run off bose)
I do not believe i have the money to tune it, so the CAI would have to be good w/o tune, same with other performace upgrades.
any advice would be greatly appreciated! links to dealers of exact products would be ever more appreciated!!
Last edited by hdmark; Jun 14, 2011 at 08:17 AM.
i could use some advice :/
I have about 500 coming to me in the next month or so that i can spend on modding . right now my car is stock with the sports package (04 coupe) except for small thigns like led's and the sound system.
With that much money, what would give me the most gains , whether is acoustically, asthecically, or power wise.
I also want to make note that i am not using this for racing. i use this car to go almost an hour each way to work but want to have a little more fun in it. also, i do drive automatic for the better mileage so i never go above 2500-3000 rpms
--I was gonna get a z-tube and either a stillen hi flow intake, or mabye plenum spacers.
--or go behind the engine instead and get headers and a cat true exhaust
--or change the looks and get either some halo ccfl headlights, or a lip kit
--or work the ride with mabye coilovers or sway bars
--or finish my sound system with rear speakers and an amp dedicated to the subs (right now i have a 4 channel with the front two on 2 channels and the subs on 2 channels, rest is run off bose)
I do not believe i have the money to tune it, so the CAI would have to be good w/o tune, same with other performace upgrades.
any advice would be greatly appreciated! links to dealers of exact products would be ever more appreciated!!
I have about 500 coming to me in the next month or so that i can spend on modding . right now my car is stock with the sports package (04 coupe) except for small thigns like led's and the sound system.
With that much money, what would give me the most gains , whether is acoustically, asthecically, or power wise.
I also want to make note that i am not using this for racing. i use this car to go almost an hour each way to work but want to have a little more fun in it. also, i do drive automatic for the better mileage so i never go above 2500-3000 rpms
--I was gonna get a z-tube and either a stillen hi flow intake, or mabye plenum spacers.
--or go behind the engine instead and get headers and a cat true exhaust
--or change the looks and get either some halo ccfl headlights, or a lip kit
--or work the ride with mabye coilovers or sway bars
--or finish my sound system with rear speakers and an amp dedicated to the subs (right now i have a 4 channel with the front two on 2 channels and the subs on 2 channels, rest is run off bose)
I do not believe i have the money to tune it, so the CAI would have to be good w/o tune, same with other performace upgrades.
any advice would be greatly appreciated! links to dealers of exact products would be ever more appreciated!!
coilovers,headers,exhaust unless ur buying a knock off, are out of ur price range
heres a link i wouldnt get this pack but this is just to show u the price range (for spacer i would go with motordyne)
http://www.z1motorsports.com/350_g35...a1a882f05c8c46
