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Old 11-24-06, 08:36 AM
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hey everyone! it's been months since i've wanted to post pics. finally got the chance to do it so here they are... tell me what you guys think! (click to enlarge)

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Old 11-24-06, 08:49 AM
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nice. what kind of drop is that?
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Old 11-24-06, 08:58 AM
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Your car's lookin' good overall, nice ICE ya' got there
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nice system
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What is the device that appears to be suction cupped to the window in the second to last picture?
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Nice lookin ride bro
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Old 11-24-06, 10:20 AM
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Nice mods, although I'm not a fan of the shift ****. Everything else is

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What is the device that appears to be suction cupped to the window in the second to last picture?
It's the V1 - radar detector.
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Old 11-24-06, 10:22 AM
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Nice mods, although I'm not a fan of the shift ****. Everything else is
Same here & Matador Red is such a gorgeous paint, the IS look great with it I haven't seen a pic that have done it justice yet . . .
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Old 11-24-06, 12:36 PM
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thanks all! the shift **** is there because i was supposed to get CF trim instead of the wood, but it hasn't come in yet. it'll look better with that. i dropped it on eibachs (1"F/0.8"R).
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Looks great! Where did you order the CF trim?
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Great looking IS with lots of quality mods... Keep the pics coming...
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i'm supposed to be getting the trim to be test-fitted from bob baker lexus. supposedly was shipped last thursday so hopefully it'll be in soon... i've been waiting forever.
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Originally Posted by totalstu
What is the device that appears to be suction cupped to the window in the second to last picture?

That is a Valentine1 radar detector, the best on the market {IMO and many pros also}. Not too sure you will get the best rear radar alerts with that low, obstructed placement though.
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yeah i know... but it seems to work fine for now. saved me from 3 tickets already in 4 months.
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your engine cover is good. . .
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