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"Stuck" On what direction to head next for Mods

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Old 01-24-08, 10:54 PM
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First off, I own a black/black 6MT IS250.

Current Mods:
  1. Blacked Out Tail Lights / Fog Reflectors
  2. Black Pearl Emblems
  3. GFX Lip Spoiler
  4. Wheels & Tires
  5. Custom Black Grill
  6. 9SMT City Parking Lights
  7. HOEN Foglight Bulbs
  8. 15% All Around Tint/45% Windshield
  9. DayTime Running Lights Off
  10. Eibach Pro-Kit

Definite Mods I am set on:
Anyway to Pre-Order these by the way?

  1. The F-Sport Clutch (Not Available ATM)
  2. The F-Sport Quick Shifter (Not Available ATM)

Mods on my mind:
  1. Intake
  2. Exhaust
  3. JDM Window Visors
  4. Halo Hid Headlight / Foglight Kit
  5. FogLight HID kit
  6. New Headlight bulbs

I am "Stuck" on what direction to head in next... I'm a type of person where I like to make my ride stand out, but at the same time becoming more interested in performance etc...

Be nice to get some ideas and advice on where to advance next.
Old 01-24-08, 11:01 PM
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I think you should definitely get HID kit for the headlight and fog lights which will make you pleased with the way your car will look at night. I highly recommend the intake and exhaust since it make you happy with the sound of the car. And post some pictures of your car!!
Old 01-24-08, 11:04 PM
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got mooncake?
Old 01-24-08, 11:09 PM
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theres always something to do to your car
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Originally Posted by *IS350*
I think you should definitely get HID kit for the headlight and fog lights which will make you pleased with the way your car will look at night. I highly recommend the intake and exhaust since it make you happy with the sound of the car. And post some pictures of your car!!
I feel, for now, my light setup will "get me by" for a little while. I am tempted to go with the Intake and Exhaust. Recommendations? I dig the F-sport exhaust and am tempted to purchase it. The intake on the other hand... I am unsure of. Any word on the F-sport intake?

I will post pictures as soon as this storm goes away. I detailed it last week, and a bunch of unexpected rain taunted me as it ruined my 6 hours of work.
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Is #9 a mod or an LPS

I agree with llamaboiz, get you some mooncakes.
Old 01-24-08, 11:13 PM
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Originally Posted by llamaboiz
got mooncake?
Yes.
Old 01-24-08, 11:16 PM
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Originally Posted by combfilter
Is #9 a mod or an LPS

I agree with llamaboiz, get you some mooncakes.
Technically turning off the DRL would be considered a LPS, but I like to call it a MOD. It cost me 75$!!!!
Old 01-25-08, 06:23 AM
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I say go with intake/ exhaust...since u already done the mods listed above, you might as well add a lil "vroom" sound to it. hahaha.

IMO, i'd get the intake/ exhaust together. I got the TANABE Medallion....not loud and ricey and sexy at the same time (youtube got a few videos...search it). I'm about to buy the JoeZ intake/ HKS Filter from my friend.

*off topic* you have a pic of your car? if so, can i see? i'm trying to get a set of eibach pro kit but i wanna see MORE pic of cars with these springs on. Also, how many finger gap between the fender/ wheel with eibach springs.*
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he has listed he has wheels and tires on his current mod list I say go with the exhaust & intake!



Originally Posted by llamaboiz
got mooncake?
Originally Posted by combfilter
Is #9 a mod or an LPS

I agree with llamaboiz, get you some mooncakes.
Originally Posted by awol707
First off, I own a black/black 6MT IS250.

Current Mods:
  1. Blacked Out Tail Lights / Fog Reflectors
  2. Black Pearl Emblems
  3. GFX Lip Spoiler
  4. Wheels & Tires
  5. Custom Black Grill
  6. 9SMT City Parking Lights
  7. HOEN Foglight Bulbs
  8. 15% All Around Tint/45% Windshield
  9. DayTime Running Lights Off
  10. Eibach Pro-Kit

Definite Mods I am set on:
Anyway to Pre-Order these by the way?

  1. The F-Sport Clutch (Not Available ATM)
  2. The F-Sport Quick Shifter (Not Available ATM)

Mods on my mind:
  1. Intake
  2. Exhaust
  3. JDM Window Visors
  4. Halo Hid Headlight / Foglight Kit
  5. FogLight HID kit
  6. New Headlight bulbs

I am "Stuck" on what direction to head in next... I'm a type of person where I like to make my ride stand out, but at the same time becoming more interested in performance etc...

Be nice to get some ideas and advice on where to advance next.
Old 01-25-08, 06:44 AM
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It is time for your Tanabe
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Originally Posted by awol707
Mods on my mind:
  1. Intake
  2. Exhaust
  3. JDM Window Visors
  4. Halo Hid Headlight / Foglight Kit
  5. FogLight HID kit
  6. New Headlight bulbs
I would do the intake first.

It gives you a nicer engine "grunt" without the need for the exhaust.

Changing bulbs are easy too, but I like the stock bulbs (with the exception of the DLRs).
Old 01-25-08, 08:27 AM
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ummmm.... I would get an exhaust
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I'm going exhaust -> intake -> halos -> HID fogs -> mooncakes. So you know what I'm going to say.

Mooncakes are last because I'm SO indecisive.
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Aight - It seems that it is the toss up between Intake / Exhaust. I am convinced on the Intake, but for now I think I will wait on the Exhaust.

How will the IS-F intake compare to Tanabe and the others?


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