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Old 02-23-16, 08:04 AM
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Installed a bunch of new stuff.

New all chrome grille and emblem, and if you look close you can see my new super loud horns behind the grille. Also put my JDM light up plate from my 180sx since it won't be running for a while.

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Also installed chrome door handles, new mirror covers with driving lights/turn signals and puddle lights. Also replaced the mirror glass with polarized blue glass with turn signals. Replaced front corner lights with LED units that have separate driving lights and turn signals (not really liking them so may remove).

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Installed my Braga type 3 LED tails.

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Also gave her a bath, but still have to polish all the chrome. Will be receiving Junction Produce type-1 mufflers (oval tip) soon and hopefully ordering an Artisan Spirit High Spec Line kit really soon.
Old 02-23-16, 08:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Bullitt180
Installed a bunch of new stuff.

New all chrome grille and emblem, and if you look close you can see my new super loud horns behind the grille. Also put my JDM light up plate from my 180sx since it won't be running for a while.



Also installed chrome door handles, new mirror covers with driving lights/turn signals and puddle lights. Also replaced the mirror glass with polarized blue glass with turn signals. Replaced front corner lights with LED units that have separate driving lights and turn signals (not really liking them so may remove).





Installed my Braga type 3 LED tails.



Also gave her a bath, but still have to polish all the chrome. Will be receiving Junction Produce type-1 mufflers (oval tip) soon and hopefully ordering an Artisan Spirit High Spec Line kit really soon.
Very nice. Not too much, just enough. How much did you spend on the complete tail light set?
Old 02-23-16, 08:22 AM
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Finally got my window spoiler and push start ignition installed this weekend.
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Old 02-23-16, 08:30 AM
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Originally Posted by ShunDoe
Very nice. Not too much, just enough. How much did you spend on the complete tail light set?
I bought them used in perfect condition for $330 shipped. I think they are like $500-550 new.

Where did you get the push start kit? Do you still have to use the key at all?
Old 02-23-16, 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Bullitt180
I bought them used in perfect condition for $330 shipped. I think they are like $500-550 new.

Where did you get the push start kit? Do you still have to use the key at all?
I got it from Amazon and had a guy install it. A dummy key has to be used in the ignition to unlock the steering wheel. A key with the transmitter has to be mounted under the dash for the ecu or something like that. So basically to answer your question no I don't use a key..... This is my key
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Old 02-23-16, 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by kamlung
most likely not... since Alpine probably uses proprietary interface it most likely won't be available... the Chinese unit that Dosy posted above is most likely an Android platform that has been rooted by some shape or form...
Its actually running Windows CE.. which is strange as you would think Android being 1. Free and 2. open source would be a better choice..

Latest WinCE 6.0 System with 800 MHZ CPU, Resolution : 800*480
Old 02-23-16, 02:32 PM
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Got my grill over the weekend. Found it on eBay, not sure what style it is but I think it looks pretty good. Only thing, I'll be removing the mesh in the back.
Old 02-23-16, 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted by kamlung
that is cheap... and since most manufacturers move to China production anyway, it's really a moot point... are you able to watch DVD and/or update Navigation coordinates while the vehicle is in motion??? or did you have to get a bypass...

i might get this for my MR2most likely not... since Alpine probably uses proprietary interface it most likely won't be available... the Chinese unit that Dosy posted above is most likely an Android platform that has been rooted by some shape or form...
What's awesome about it Kam is their is a bypass built in the head unit! so when best buy installed mine and the kid said it was illegal to bypass it, I looked in settings and theirs a bypass parking brake, u either hit "on or off" yep DVDs movies and such play while driving at the push of a button, I just leave the bypass on 24/7
Old 02-26-16, 09:25 AM
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Bought new wheels for it and test fitted them. 18x8 with unknown et
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Old 02-26-16, 05:33 PM
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Install engine and transmission mounts. I started at 8:45am and already be 11:00am I was on the road had been tested who everything go and when I was test the car 10 min. later, a highway potrol saw me test the car, but he gave me a chance. I was just a little over the limit.

LOL

No was bad the instalation at all. Just the driver side gave me a little work.





Passerger and trans. was very easy to do.





My recomendation is, if you want to change the motors. Change the trans. as well. No show up on the picture, but was crack already as well. Now the car run very smooth. Very happy with it. ��
Old 02-29-16, 06:40 AM
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Got my MOOG upper control arms thru the mail. Gonna take to my mechanic next week to get them installed. Mines are ROTTED ..... Can't wait to get them installed. While I'm there I'll get a oil and filter change and probably get my rear bearings replaced as well. I had changed the fronts a while ago. But never the back. That's it.
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Old 02-29-16, 11:03 AM
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Finally cleaned my headlights. Looks pretty good imo!

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Old 02-29-16, 03:21 PM
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Put these in, sorry for the bad pic
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Originally Posted by Seattle2GS
Finally cleaned my headlights. Looks pretty good imo!

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I normally use OFF, the bug repellant spray, works really good
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Well I almost f**** up mine on Saturday. Swapping out the last plug, it broke and a small piece of ceramic fell in😱 Had it towed to my friends shop to have him check it out. Find out tomorrow what's up.....


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