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Old Jun 27, 2010 | 05:32 AM
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Default finaly lowered my IS

the good: So I finally got some kyb gr-2's and some eibach springs. sorry in advance for the ****ty pics.
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the bad: i found that i had a broken cv boot on the drivers side, and i broke a swaybar endlink on the drivers side... also, the VSC sensor on the front left was broken, which explains why my traction control kept going on when i turned. so i pulled the fuze to the abs till i can fix the problem. any help would be appericated.
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Old Jun 27, 2010 | 02:50 PM
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Looks like a nice reasonable drop.
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Old Jun 27, 2010 | 07:43 PM
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go!!! loweerrrrrrrrrrrrr!!! ah clean btw
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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 11:47 AM
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not a fan of the black wheels. look like steelies
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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 01:07 PM
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Originally Posted by baadhabit
not a fan of the black wheels. look like steelies
Yea I want bronze or gold, But moneys tight just bought a 300 dollar seat for my daughter.

Originally Posted by Lexy602
go!!! loweerrrrrrrrrrrrr!!! ah clean btw
I will in good time brother, in due time. Prob just before the big swap, but that's a few years down the road. Its my DD/family car for now.

Originally Posted by O. L. T.
Looks like a nice reasonable drop.
I was impressed with it as well, I just wish I could drive the ****ing thing now.
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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 01:32 PM
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Looks nice! I think bronze or gold would look better than the black.
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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by baadhabit
not a fan of the black wheels. look like steelies
Word...


Paint them white, I gaurantee you will get lots of compliments.
But it's kind of a beeotch to keep them clean..

here's my car with my stockers painted white





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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by llllllllll
here's my car with my stockers painted white

That looks good
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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by llllllllll
Word...


Paint them white, I gaurantee you will get lots of compliments.
But it's kind of a beeotch to keep them clean..

here's my car with my stockers painted white





How hard is the up-keep on white wheels?
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Old Jun 29, 2010 | 04:01 AM
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i dont see any white wheels
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Old Jun 30, 2010 | 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Turbo_LX
what's the spec ... on that girl?
shes like 17
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Old Jun 30, 2010 | 12:56 PM
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sorry for hijacking

Originally Posted by dustinbray
How hard is the up-keep on white wheels?
The upkeep really isn't that bad, as long as you wash them every time you wash your car you'll be alright. Also I have slotted/drilled rotors & really good pads that don't make a lot of dust, I don't know if that makes a difference or not. But I painted them last year, and it's due for another coat, the winter messed up the paint a lot...

My technique for painting is

#1 - Scuff the rims up pretty good with gritty sandpaper. (this removes all the dirt and grease built up on the wheels & makes a rough surface for the paint to grip better.

#2 - Wash the dust off with a hose & let dry for 10-15 minutes then wipe down

#3 - Mask the tires really well with tape and newspaper.

#4 - Spray 3 light coats of paint, giving 1 hour interval curing time between each coat.... I used the high temperature engine paint. You can get it at pepboys/autozone for like $5 per can. You will need 2 cans for 4 wheels.

#5 - Spray 3 or 4 light coats of clear coat, giving 15 minutes interval between coats. Be sure you get something high temperature
****Don't spray on too thick, thick parts & runs will have yellowish tint****

#6 - sexy wheel time!!!



Originally Posted by Mv350
i dont see any white wheels




Originally Posted by Turbo_LX
what's the spec ... on that girl?




Originally Posted by baadhabit
shes like 17
All asians look young, but yeah she's totally 24 & Legal
She is a new addition on PMgirls.com
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