FR500GT's RC F-Sport Build Thread
05-23-15, 02:03 PM
#1
FR500GT's RC F-Sport Build Thread
I picked up my 2015 RC about a month ago so I figured I'd document the build along the way. I'm coming from a few cars in the 500hp range so I'm still getting adjusted to the RC. Here are the specs:
RC350 F Sport RWD
Obsidian
Black Interior
ML Audio System
Navigation
Moonroof
Parking Assist
BSM
Fog Lamps
IPA
RC350 F Sport RWD
Obsidian
Black Interior
ML Audio System
Navigation
Moonroof
Parking Assist
BSM
Fog Lamps
IPA
Last edited by FR500GT; 05-23-15 at 07:08 PM.
05-23-15, 02:54 PM
#2
First order of business was to install the F-Sport lip spoiler
The dealership made a mistake when I ordered my car but instead of waiting for a new car, they gave me a pretty large discount to make up for their mistake. I ordered the factory F-Sport spoiler online and then just did the install myself. The install was extremely easy to do although I do recommend a second pair of hands to get the spoiler positioned correctly the first time. I went the route of NOT bolting it on and I just used the provided double sided tape. This thing is secure and is NOT going anywhere if anyone is looking to install it this way.
The dealership made a mistake when I ordered my car but instead of waiting for a new car, they gave me a pretty large discount to make up for their mistake. I ordered the factory F-Sport spoiler online and then just did the install myself. The install was extremely easy to do although I do recommend a second pair of hands to get the spoiler positioned correctly the first time. I went the route of NOT bolting it on and I just used the provided double sided tape. This thing is secure and is NOT going anywhere if anyone is looking to install it this way.
Last edited by FR500GT; 05-23-15 at 07:09 PM.
05-23-15, 05:09 PM
#3
Next on the list was addressing the restricted stock exhaust 
This car comes from the factory with 4 cats, 2 resonators and 2 mufflers! I did my research and reached out to a few companies that were in development and was not really sold on anything out there. I ultimately wanted the car sounding a bit more aggressive and to be able to breath better all while still keeping the "factory" look and drivability. I also did NOT want to hack up the stock exhaust. So I had my buddy fab a quick custom setup to my specs. Ultimately its just a muffler delete with new tips...
Started with a used IS350 axleback and 3.5" dual tips. Also replaced the bulky stock hangers with a single hanger that was smaller and actually held the exhaust in place a lot better.
The car also lost about 40lbs along the way which always helps.
This car comes from the factory with 4 cats, 2 resonators and 2 mufflers! I did my research and reached out to a few companies that were in development and was not really sold on anything out there. I ultimately wanted the car sounding a bit more aggressive and to be able to breath better all while still keeping the "factory" look and drivability. I also did NOT want to hack up the stock exhaust. So I had my buddy fab a quick custom setup to my specs. Ultimately its just a muffler delete with new tips...
Started with a used IS350 axleback and 3.5" dual tips. Also replaced the bulky stock hangers with a single hanger that was smaller and actually held the exhaust in place a lot better.
The car also lost about 40lbs along the way which always helps.
Last edited by FR500GT; 05-23-15 at 07:14 PM.
