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Old 08-25-07, 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by LexHiD
Check L-Tunedparts.com. I saw the TOM'S kit on that site! I want that rear lower lip too lol.
Yeah, just order it from their site. I ordered the full aero kit from them and just got it yesterday.

And yes, it looks fantastic in person!!
Old 08-28-07, 04:06 PM
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Thanks for your comments. There are few more parts I need before starting the operation. I am thinking about 2 months away from done.

Originally Posted by javyLSU
What did Tom's tell you regarding the supercharger working with a USDM ECU?
Javier
Originally Posted by newis350
how long did it take to get. Also, Louis told me that the ECU needs to be sent back to Japan for about one month to retune, and that the car is not driveable without the ECU. Is all of this correct?
ECM will be the biggest challenge of this project. Usdm ecm will not work and cannot be reprogrammed. The only solution is to adapt a custom setup.

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Originally Posted by PNice972
sometimes, life jsut isn't fair. sigh lol
Originally Posted by iceman1117
WOW that is crazy! The $$$ you must of spent on all of that must of been around $15,000-$20,000.
LOL! I really have not much control with the modification budget for this car…

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Originally Posted by iSuxeL
Oh hAhHAhA the crazy part is this is going on a 250, correct me if Im wrong...
You bet it is a 350. I de-badged rear for a clean look but not trying to fool peeps. Tom’s s/c kit cannot be installed on a 250.

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Originally Posted by flyfl1pguy
Yes lets' get this thread a DIY install on TOMs' SC! ! !!
DIY is not possible. There are not many shops can handle custom ecm projects at this level. I wish this can be simpler also but I just want to JDM it all the way and turn out I have to deal with this hot potato project.

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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
DUDE OFF THE CHAIN!! TOMS IS THAT STUFF!!!
Originally Posted by passnu2
for all the extra power you are going to get!!!! i cant wait to see more and hear about how the car drives. Wonder how it will hold against the ISF???
Originally Posted by Lexo350
What is the HP gain on that upgrade..
Okok… I will let you guys know the output after the installation and tuning. I have spent much more in money and mind in this car than on an is-f. Surly not a worthy deal if scale it on power_gain vs buck_spent.

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Originally Posted by V.I.P.
damn i cant keep up joseph. my parts take forever lolz. i just got my brakes and coils still waiting for the rims =(
Haha.. E, you have a good set up on yours and it is nothing less than mine. It is not about competition but all about what a car dude will do. Welcome to Endless family and true JDM parts worth the wait.

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Originally Posted by Chi-town
Props. Ensuing a project of this magnitude takes some serious *****, guts, and cash; I cannot wait to see the final product!
I am glade you see the challenge and risk that I am dealing with. I just can’t help my JDM fever. Thanks again.

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Originally Posted by jjbenzo
l-tunedparts.com says the output on the Toms supercharger is 260kw (354ps). Does this mean it only gains 48 hp...or is their calculation the actually put down 354 to the wheels?
I want to know too!! There are also a few more risk factors also.

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I am going back to my prayer’s group now…
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Old 08-28-07, 05:08 PM
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Wow, that probably took a long time to answer everyone! haha I wonder where I got 250 from? LOL
Old 08-29-07, 02:31 PM
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can't wait to see the finished product with all those mods.......and i thought decals were cool....pffft
Old 08-29-07, 04:51 PM
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Getting any closer? What is the gain (bhp)...can't wait to see it in action.
Old 08-29-07, 05:15 PM
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COngrats!! Hope everything works out. Looking forward to the outcome!!
Old 08-29-07, 05:39 PM
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goo joe!! let me know when you have it done - i would like to check it out =)
Old 09-06-07, 08:01 PM
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how is your installation progressing? I'm very anxious to see how the project turns out!

I just got an e-mail from Steve at L-tuned and he said that the estimated hp gain is 75-90 on 6psi. However, he said that the car is not CARB legal and the ECU needs to be modified. I also heard that the S/C is designed with 95 octane in mind.

Please keep us updated on the progress. May I suggest a journal of your install journey.

If your install goes well, I am ABSOLUTLY getting the S/C.
Old 09-06-07, 08:05 PM
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dang 75-90 on 6 psi...
Old 09-06-07, 09:18 PM
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Do you think you can hang with chipped 335i?

I can't wait for ur final product! Good job!
Old 09-06-07, 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by STIG
Do you think you can hang with chipped 335i?

I can't wait for ur final product! Good job!
doesnt a 335i put down like 330whp with just a tune
Old 09-06-07, 09:35 PM
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70-90 at 6psi? that is awesome dude...
but do you have to lower the engine compression?
Old 09-07-07, 07:28 AM
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I was at Joseph's shop this week and I saw the s/c kit. I was like, holy sh%$#! Anyway, thanks for the Tanabe hookup Joseph. I love it. Now get the s/c done for EOS so eveyone can appreciate it.
Old 09-07-07, 08:14 AM
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^^^ yes get it done. i would like a ride when its finished.......pretty please
Old 09-07-07, 12:20 PM
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joseph are you in so. cal.?


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