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Old May 1, 2010 | 08:49 PM
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nothing major...I just ran camber and a shave...yours are more aggressive though
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Old May 2, 2010 | 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by speedaddic
nothing major...I just ran camber and a shave...yours are more aggressive though
Already shaved so I guess we will see how they fit when they get here. Thanks for all of the comments and support guys.
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Old May 2, 2010 | 04:30 PM
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I would love to see how everything comes together,

two thumbs up for the build thread and the mirrors are gonna look great
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Old May 2, 2010 | 04:57 PM
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Looking forward to seeing the rebuild as well, I'm sure it'll be sick!!
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Old May 2, 2010 | 07:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Automan
Also I sold my Asanti wheels and have a new set on the way.

I know how you guys hate teasers but I am going to do one anyway. I am really excited about these new wheels and my new direction.

Chrome door handles and Blue HID fogs in the mix as well. I should have some actual progress pics really soon.
dayum, i'm never gonna catch up!
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Old May 2, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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sick. im gunna say the new paint is blue
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Old May 3, 2010 | 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by carbongs
dayum, i'm never gonna catch up!
LOL... Whatever Tony you know I can't just sit here and do nothing while you stack parts and get ready for whatever you have planned. These are my last mods so it will be easy for you to out do me.
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Old May 3, 2010 | 06:38 PM
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you have to go completely shaved, pull it maybe 3/4 inch, and max camber to get it to fit when i slam it w/ 1mm to spare, well that's what I had to have done with my effectively same placement 19x10+0 (same as 19x11+12), but you will need a tad more pull since they are 20's.
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Old May 3, 2010 | 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by excluesive
you have to go completely shaved, pull it maybe 3/4 inch, and max camber to get it to fit when i slam it w/ 1mm to spare, well that's what I had to have done with my effectively same placement 19x10+0 (same as 19x11+12), but you will need a tad more pull since they are 20's.
Thanks I appreciate all of the info from you guys. I will keep you all updated on the progress.
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Old May 3, 2010 | 08:53 PM
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depending how low you drive you WILL have trouble with the front as well. Just be prepared.
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Old May 3, 2010 | 09:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Automan
LOL... Whatever Tony you know I can't just sit here and do nothing while you stack parts and get ready for whatever you have planned. These are my last mods so it will be easy for you to out do me.
whatever... ever since i was laid off the bills have taken priority! gonna take me a few years to get the car where i want it. patience is a virtue right?

Originally Posted by excluesive
you have to go completely shaved, pull it maybe 3/4 inch, and max camber to get it to fit when i slam it w/ 1mm to spare, well that's what I had to have done with my effectively same placement 19x10+0 (same as 19x11+12), but you will need a tad more pull since they are 20's.
go big or go home!
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Old May 4, 2010 | 09:29 AM
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Mark, I'm assuming Ron isn't sending the car to the body shop for paint until the wheels and tires arrive and can be test fitted, in case you have to pull the fenders (which looks likely with the offsets you have).
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Old May 4, 2010 | 10:44 AM
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Lets see some pics..
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Old May 4, 2010 | 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by tmf2004
Lets see some pics..
Pics of what? The wheels have not come in yet.
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Old May 24, 2010 | 04:40 PM
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Ok so I have decided to let the cat out of the bag and show some more major components of my build. I really depend on the support and knowledge of my Club Lexus family so now that things are about to get rolling I may as well spill it. I know the title says VIP GS and we will see if I can pull it off and earn that title but that is my goal. Comments and suggestions are appreciated as always.

So there you go Tony and Bing its out there. Even though I know you can get the 411 straight from the shop.




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