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#1 · (Edited)
Hey Guys & Gals,

Just wanted to introduce myself, I've been lurking around for sometime now learning
all I can about my car and the different things I can do (outside of NOS, Turbo
sounds appealing for Go Fast).

I appreciate all that you guys have contributed to this forum for us new guys to dissect.
Here are some pix that I've taken of my cheap mods before I decide to put a "Drop in the Bucket".
:grin:

First day Purchase





Second Mod
Black Wheels (Matt Plasti-Dip)




Third Mod
(Ugly Rusted Brake Calipers & Door Handles)







I purchased Pioneer Double Din


Knock on wood, no oil leaks, has good response when laying into the throttle with strong power.
Oil is clean without any flake and the radiator fluid is clean as well. I really enjoy driving
this car and look forward to the different things I can do.

Little background about me, I am a previous owner of a 2005 Blk on Blk Pontiac GTO 6 Speed
that was a lot of fun to own and drive.


















Thank you in advance for all the warm welcomes.
 
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#109 · (Edited)
It's been decided... Next mod is...



The Kaminari Spoiler $195 + $60 Shipping

Has anyone seen it cheaper elsewhere? The site has a list "may or may not" be selling knock-off's lol

Here's the rest of the pix in case you guys would like to see them..





 
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#112 ·
Ask & yee shall receive...








The only think bad I have to say is the brand name 3M Double sided tape for the rear cam. My car gets so hot sitting in the sun things don't stick to windows... My Fastrak fell too this morning...

If you want the blonde to come with it, have to go for the expensive one. Kaminawhaaa
I've been looking for a knock-off, has anyone had any luck?

I'll keep my mouth shut about the girl before I lose the one I have now.. lol she reads this stuff too.

Our Latest pic:
 
#113 ·
Forgot to post this yesterday after my drive back from Mexico..

After an on-going verbal battle with a co-worker we lined up. I thought to turn off the PWR ECU because I'm always left with high RPM's and not much room to push the "Go-Fast" button. So I did, I turned it off and my gears felt twice as long which gave me more time to "go fast."

He honked both times to start.
The first run I had him by a car length before running out of room.
The second run we pulled and I had him at the start by half a car in first going into second and he slowed and ducked into a driveway.

After the second run I get a call about 10 minutes later, "Hey! Do you have any sockets?", "yea?", "I'need'em", lol.. "okay"...

I learned that he had shifted so hard on the second run, mad as hell after losing the first, he popped the shifter off connecting the linkage to the tranny and was stuck in 1st gear. Long story short, I gave a ride to the local hardware store where he bought some things and reattached the shifter without anything broken, luckily.

Here are some pictures from the trip to Mexico.





Kill #3 = Red 2014 WRX

We may take another trip down to Mexico soon, It's just across the border.
 
#115 ·
^ when I finally go boost this entire kit is on my WAAAAAANNNNNNNTTTT list haha. I think The ducktail looks really clean on the is, I would say go for this. I think it looks a lot nicer and is probably functional, or moreso than the other one. But yeah, may as well get the whole kit right? ;D

On second thought don't get the whole kit, it'd just be another Idea I had first that you did first ;) haha
 
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#118 ·
Took Lexy into the shop today and added 2 & 1/2 inches before the hangers & relocated the hangers.

Cutting the Greddy muffler off



Relocating the hangers


Finished project


Once adding the rear lip again this will only protrude about half what's shown here above.

So I then added the Depo black housing leds
I also bought a Wheelen Lin 6, Took it apart and put it inside the 3rd brake light housing, thinking of cutting the tint for added brightness to shine through.



You can see the 6 high powered red led bulbs across, @TobiasSing I had you in mind when I did this my friend!


The Wheelen lin 6 have been out for some time now, they're the next gen from the Wheelen Tir series. Removing the lens from in front of the leds changes the spread pattern as if you were rotating the head on a flashlight from sharp to wide.

At times I watch vehicles approaching me in the rear view mirror and judge their rate of speed and If I feel they're coming in too hot I like to tap/pump the brake and the warning gets their attention quick to stop. People disconnected on their phones and such are all too common these days. I do not want to be rear ended..

All is said & done at the end of the day, I'm happy, and that's what counts.
 
#122 ·
I added these today :grin:



People were breakin' their necks wondering where the heck that funky loud-ass horn is coming from. I love its uniqueness. lol

A friend had the Stage 2 done with a custom map on his 2014 WRX, says he's putting down about 290 to 4 wheels. He only had me in the start but I kept up with the juice. Since his curb weight is more I would like to think realistically I'm making a tad bit less if I'm only keeping up with him...

What do you guys think?
 
#124 ·
Supposedly his tuner told him 290 with the new map/upgrades. no dyno. I keep on him, asking about the different things he's had done but, he's ashamed because my $500 bottle keeps up with him with all the money he's spent already.

I recently changed the nozzle to 75 shot, I don't think my bottle was at 800psi even, it was early morning, late for work, just turned on the heater. Mexico has dumb crazy traffic after crossing the border.
 
#130 ·
Black 4"-7" Strut Shock Rod Bar Support for splitter Bumper Lip Diffuser Spoiler



It's made of sheet metal and secured from the bottom of the lip using Bolt, Washers, & Nuts. The splitter shocks really aren't needed however it's to give effect and keep the angle up rather than straight or sagging downward. This helps when entering/exiting driveways/dips etc.

Honestly, that one only lasted about 8 months from Daily Driving. I've since completed another one and used some different hardware. I think it looks a bit better than the last.







Tomorrow is the Oil Filter Relocation Kit Install! Stay Tuned...!
 
#138 · (Edited)
DIY Remote Oil Filter Relocation Kit

This DIY is for the average/moderate person with patience and knowledge of working on cars, changing the oil themselves, & common sense. This is also written without the stock airbox in use. An aftermarket air intake system is ideal to create open space for Oil Filter Relocation.

More pictures to come...

DIY Project time: Under 2 Hours


Please watch these helpful videos before beginning this DIY Project:

~How to cut braided line
~How to install hose into AN fittings
~Why buying quality parts is important

More information:

~What is NPT?
~What is an AN Fitting?

Tools needed:

Open-ended Wrenches (large sizes)
Allen Wrench/Standard (10/11/12/? cant remember size)
10mm Socket/Wrench
Cordless Drill W/ Drill bits (for mounting remote filter)
Flashlight

Supplies needed:

7 Quarts of Oil (your preference)
Oil pan/catch
PH4 or comparable oil filter (this will be your new size)
High Temp ATV (your choice of color ect.)

Parts list:

$43.99 Jegs remote oil filter relocation kit
$50.00 Black Stainless Steel Nylon Braided Oil Line Hose -8AN(you'll need about 13-16 feet total, Sending & Return Line)
$16.14 PRE-12801BLK -8 AN To 1/2" NPT Straight Swivel Hose End (choose whichever color you'd like)
$24.64 PRE-10890BLK -8 AN 90 Degree Swivel Hose End Fitting For Braided Hose Black

Total Cost Estimated: $134.77 + Oil, Oil Filter, & Pipe Dope/Gasket Sealer.

Step one:
Double check your parts, pre-assemble making sure you have everything necessary to complete the DIY project. Notice both adaptors are marked IN & OUT (this is paramount when getting to step eleven).

Step two:
Block the rear tires, pull the E-Brake and place the car on jack stands. Remove the oil cap, then drain the oil into oil pan/catch. Dispose of oil properly at your local oil recycle center.

Step three:
Remove oil filter by loosening it until able to twist off easily, double bag it with plastic bags to the catch oil, bring it up from underneath the brake booster or your own method if you're already comfortable doing your own oil changes.


Step four:

Place the adaptor inside the oil filter adaptor by half of the threads deep, then lub the O-ring to make a good seal.

Thread adaptor for JCE10 block


Adaptor to screw center piece into for JCE10 block


Step five:

Without attaching the lines, thread adaptor onto block with lub on O-ring (very important to prevent leaks)

Step six:

Cut braided line in half and connect braided hose to AN fittings


Step seven:

Add pipe dope/gasket sealer to the AN fittings and thread into adaptor already mounted to JCE10 block

Step eight:

Route the braided lines to the passenger side of engine bay above the radiator, not to cross near firewall or DBW Throttle Cable.

Step nine:

Lub the oil filter and attach it to the oil filter adaptor. Place the oil filter adaptor with oil filter attached to view mock clearance behind passenger headlight to the radiator support between air intake filter and radiator.

Step ten:

Mark, Double check & drill three holes to mount the oil filter adaptor. Use pipe dope/gasket sealer on NPT side to attach AN fittings.



Step eleven:

When attaching the AN fittings to the corresponding IN & OUT connections. Make sure that the block adaptor out is going to the oil filter adapter in and the oil filter out is going to the block adaptor in.

Again...
Engine Adaptor OUT to Remote Oil Filter IN
Remote Oil Filter OUT to Engine Adaptor IN

This is crucial when starting your engine.

WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT CONNECT THESE HOSES IN THE CORRECT SEQUENCE NO OIL WILL FLOW BACK TO THE ENGINE AND YOU WILL BE SORRY.


Step twelve:
Retighten all connections and be sure not to overtighten the connections. Return the oil drain plug snug not to strip the threads and fill with six (6) quarts of oil.

Step thirteen:

Reattach oil cap and start the car, check for any oil leaks from the engine block oil filter adaptor and remote mount oil filter adaptor. If leaking check connections and follow step twelve. If the engine starts to knock immediately shut off the engine and switch IN & OUT connections on the remote oil filter adaptor. Be prepared to catch oil with plastic bags when disconnecting lines.

Step fourteen:
Check oil level and add oil if needed, let run until at normal temperature. Check again for leaks.

Step fifteen:
Next day after Pipe dope/gasket sealer has cured and while at normal running temperature attempt high-level revs to create high oil pressure. Again, check for leaks...




DISCLAIMER: I take no responsibility for any part of you and your vehicle and or any damage that may occur while reading, following this DIY project. All claims and or advice are for novelty purposes only.

If you enjoyed reading this DIY as much as I enjoyed making it please click the star and let me know.



:crying: Pictures Missing? PDF File Here
 
#140 ·
The concept is to make the oil change easy. I'm 6'5 240lbs and I'm not crawling under the rear side of the motor. If there was an easy way to remove the drain plug I'd do that too.

I spend 15 seconds under the car twice for the drain plug, thats it.
 
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