IS - 1st Gen (2001-2005) Discussion about the IS models up to the 2005 model

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Old 05-09-14, 09:01 AM
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Hi, new to the forum.. Recently picked up my 2005 300 with a 5spd back in feb and currently replacing the cylinder head gasket or what not.. Other than tien coilovers and cold air intake that came with the car, it's bone stock.. Looking forward to hear and read some new ideas.
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Congrats and welcome!

Post some pictures
Old 05-15-14, 08:26 AM
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good luck! im in for some pictures! i love pictures
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welcome. Good luck on the repairs. If you're not doing so already, I'd change the timing belt and other seals while the head is off.
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Well this is the current state that she's in.. Head gasket replacement
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I'm almost done paying it off and currently in between a 1UZ mated to a cd009 or a LS1 and T56.. Both sound nice and one is cheaper than the other..
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or you could just turbo it, build the bottom end and be done...
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Yea no, I prefer the benefits of naturally aspirated V8s
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