Tiran's EJ6; 4 Doors of Fury
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06-04-2009 | 11:24 PM
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Thanks for all the comments so far guys. Can't get video yet, work is killing em right now. Worked 51 hours this past week and I had 2 midnight shifts in between day shifts.
Also, I was driving it around after I finished it and I started to hear a metallic rattle, I figured it was the heat shield and I woudl remove it in a few days.
About a Kilometer away from home I suddenly hear a metal tang, then the sound of something hitting the bottom of my car and the exhaust sounds all assy again like before.
I had to work during the day but when I got home I put the car on ramps and looked underneath since i determined the leak was somewhere around cat.
Turns out the O2 bung (which I didn't use) shot out its plug. I didn't tighten it when I did the install because I just didn't think of it and am retarded.
I did keep the other one so one 19mm wrench and 2 minutes of torquing later, exhaust is perfect.
In the next few days may get some video, but no guarantees.
If you refer to the first post =P
reading in FUNdamental
Also, I was driving it around after I finished it and I started to hear a metallic rattle, I figured it was the heat shield and I woudl remove it in a few days.
About a Kilometer away from home I suddenly hear a metal tang, then the sound of something hitting the bottom of my car and the exhaust sounds all assy again like before.
I had to work during the day but when I got home I put the car on ramps and looked underneath since i determined the leak was somewhere around cat.
Turns out the O2 bung (which I didn't use) shot out its plug. I didn't tighten it when I did the install because I just didn't think of it and am retarded.
I did keep the other one so one 19mm wrench and 2 minutes of torquing later, exhaust is perfect.
In the next few days may get some video, but no guarantees.
If you refer to the first post =P
reading in FUNdamental
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06-05-2009 | 07:01 PM
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Oh yeah, guess I should do a little shameless plugging here.
I got my Catback from http://www.eautoworks.com. Jason there helped me out a lot in finding the right exhaust (IE, a quiet cat back system that was not discontinued) and got me a great price.
Anyway, after a few days I am extremely satisfied with these exhaust products and can't wait to keep modding the car.
And since everyone is nagging, here is a video.
I got my Catback from http://www.eautoworks.com. Jason there helped me out a lot in finding the right exhaust (IE, a quiet cat back system that was not discontinued) and got me a great price.
Anyway, after a few days I am extremely satisfied with these exhaust products and can't wait to keep modding the car.
And since everyone is nagging, here is a video.
and exhaust sounded harmless enough
#16
06-05-2009 | 08:09 PM
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I really like your plans, and the exhaust and everything looks great. It looks like it all fit great too. Exhaust sounds good, pretty much just like the WS2.
I also plan on using Buddy Club P-1 Lug Nuts. Whatever you do, don't buy them on ebay. There is more than one kind of Buddy Club Lug Nut, and nobody has the P-1's in black, and the one seller that claims to is a retard. I ordered from "streetrays" on eBay, and he has a picture of the P-1's, and the description clearly references the P-1's, due to its mention of part number and the "knurled ends" on the lug nuts. However, he sent me different ones, claimed that the part number is for the ones I received (it isn't...). I am getting a refund of course, but I have been waiting a month for these to arrive because he had to order them and then when I finally get them, it's the wrong f*cking ones. Order from inlinefour.com, or somewhere else reputable.
I also plan on using Buddy Club P-1 Lug Nuts. Whatever you do, don't buy them on ebay. There is more than one kind of Buddy Club Lug Nut, and nobody has the P-1's in black, and the one seller that claims to is a retard. I ordered from "streetrays" on eBay, and he has a picture of the P-1's, and the description clearly references the P-1's, due to its mention of part number and the "knurled ends" on the lug nuts. However, he sent me different ones, claimed that the part number is for the ones I received (it isn't...). I am getting a refund of course, but I have been waiting a month for these to arrive because he had to order them and then when I finally get them, it's the wrong f*cking ones. Order from inlinefour.com, or somewhere else reputable.
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06-08-2009 | 04:45 PM
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Once again, thanks for all the comments.
My camera Is just a Sony Cybershot DSC-W130 Point and shoot, nothing fancy.
Anyway, this is really not projetc related per say but is related to my car.
http://www.eautoworks.com/product-Greddy-331723.htm
Of the 2 pics there, one is the system on a white background. the other is it installed on a car, specifically...MY car. =D
next upgrade may take a few weeks, I need more money and time =/
My camera Is just a Sony Cybershot DSC-W130 Point and shoot, nothing fancy.
Anyway, this is really not projetc related per say but is related to my car.
http://www.eautoworks.com/product-Greddy-331723.htm
Of the 2 pics there, one is the system on a white background. the other is it installed on a car, specifically...MY car. =D
next upgrade may take a few weeks, I need more money and time =/
#18
07-22-2009 | 10:16 PM
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ZOMG BACK FROM THE DEAD!
But seriously, with real life I have been unable to do much to the car, but I assure you there has been planning.
Today's Feature.....HEADLIGHTS! Seriously, my old ones were so fogged up I could barley see with the brights on, so I decided that I HAD to fix this. I could have just refinished my stuff and gotten nicer bulbs but...I am not really a fan of OEM lights, especially with the chrome housing mine have. So I decided that I was going to get non-OEM style with a black housing.
Eventually I decided on TYC projectors, yes yes I know they are supposedly inferior to OEM or retrofits but they seem to work pretty damn good if you ask me. These are also more expensive then most Aftermarket projectors but they look a lot better and no Halo light or angel Eye LEDS. I stilled sealed them with silicone, just to be safe.
As far as bulbs go I used Raybrig Metal Thunder H1 4700Ks. WOW these things are bright, and work great. I got them from *SHAMELESS PROMOTION* http://www.eautoworks.com/ *SHAMELESS PROMOTION*. They are pricey but I GOT what I paid for, plus awesome service.
Anyway enough of my blabbing, time for pics!
None of the install process, it is pretty straight forward anyway. (plus it was humid as **** and i just wanted to get it done) so just finished product.
Installed, front view
Installed, top down view
Close Up view
Low beams on at night
High Beams at night
Overall I think they look great. I prefer the Focused beam look instead of the shotgun of light you get with standard reflector housings. Below you will find some shots of the lights on the garage door. The low beams have a built in cut off, which means if I DID want HIDs, woudl be an easy install. Also the aim is not perfect but I did not even bother, I just tightened the bolts and put it back together, if I get complaints I will work on it.
LOW BEAMS
Pic 1
Pic 2
As you can see, a nice intense and focused white light. First one I had the light level (on the camera)l set at auto, second one i set it up at max to show contrast better.
High beams
They are high beams, they are supposed to be bright and all over the place.
In the end, a worthwhile mod that not only improved safety but also the looks of the car. Call me a ricer if you want, I think they look great.
Also as a side note, both bottom bolts on my bump broke. One the head snapped off with the bolt still in the hole while the other broke a chuck off the body of the bolt. So I drilled out both holes and used zip ties. The 2 side screws and top clips should hold it in fine I figure, the ties are just there to stop it from flapping around.
May take a while for next update, depends on job and life and such.
But seriously, with real life I have been unable to do much to the car, but I assure you there has been planning.
Today's Feature.....HEADLIGHTS! Seriously, my old ones were so fogged up I could barley see with the brights on, so I decided that I HAD to fix this. I could have just refinished my stuff and gotten nicer bulbs but...I am not really a fan of OEM lights, especially with the chrome housing mine have. So I decided that I was going to get non-OEM style with a black housing.
Eventually I decided on TYC projectors, yes yes I know they are supposedly inferior to OEM or retrofits but they seem to work pretty damn good if you ask me. These are also more expensive then most Aftermarket projectors but they look a lot better and no Halo light or angel Eye LEDS. I stilled sealed them with silicone, just to be safe.
As far as bulbs go I used Raybrig Metal Thunder H1 4700Ks. WOW these things are bright, and work great. I got them from *SHAMELESS PROMOTION* http://www.eautoworks.com/ *SHAMELESS PROMOTION*. They are pricey but I GOT what I paid for, plus awesome service.
Anyway enough of my blabbing, time for pics!
None of the install process, it is pretty straight forward anyway. (plus it was humid as **** and i just wanted to get it done) so just finished product.
Installed, front view
Installed, top down view
Close Up view
Low beams on at night
High Beams at night
Overall I think they look great. I prefer the Focused beam look instead of the shotgun of light you get with standard reflector housings. Below you will find some shots of the lights on the garage door. The low beams have a built in cut off, which means if I DID want HIDs, woudl be an easy install. Also the aim is not perfect but I did not even bother, I just tightened the bolts and put it back together, if I get complaints I will work on it.
LOW BEAMS
Pic 1
Pic 2
As you can see, a nice intense and focused white light. First one I had the light level (on the camera)l set at auto, second one i set it up at max to show contrast better.
High beams
They are high beams, they are supposed to be bright and all over the place.
In the end, a worthwhile mod that not only improved safety but also the looks of the car. Call me a ricer if you want, I think they look great.
Also as a side note, both bottom bolts on my bump broke. One the head snapped off with the bolt still in the hole while the other broke a chuck off the body of the bolt. So I drilled out both holes and used zip ties. The 2 side screws and top clips should hold it in fine I figure, the ties are just there to stop it from flapping around.
May take a while for next update, depends on job and life and such.