Retired from Mods. My WWP in peak shape.
07-06-2009, 11:10 AM
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Utopia Taco Bell
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Retired from Mods. My WWP in peak shape.
I know there is a Volk thread, a White thread, and an Agressive Wheel Fitment thread but since I'm declaring my modding retirement I thought my 8 needed it's own thread.
I know it's a mild look (inside and out) but I'm happy with the clean image.
I'm lowered on Tein H-Techs and it can stand to look a little lower but in NYC I'm happier with keeping my lips in the city.
The wheels are Volk SF-Challenge:
Front - 19x8.5 +34 245/35/19
Rear - 19x9.5 +36 275/30/19
Had to roll my rear fender and file off parts of the rear bumper sheild inside the wheel well to prevent rubbing.
I took a whole bunch of pics in Long Island City, Queens, NY and here are a five of my favorites. BTW If we wanted to do some Queens meets I think meeting up in LIC would be good, low traffic and lots of parking and great shots.
Let me know what you think of the car and the pictures. It's my first photoshoot and next time I must have my wife pose with the car so I can post in the Hot Wives thread too! LOL
I know it's a mild look (inside and out) but I'm happy with the clean image.
I'm lowered on Tein H-Techs and it can stand to look a little lower but in NYC I'm happier with keeping my lips in the city.
The wheels are Volk SF-Challenge:
Front - 19x8.5 +34 245/35/19
Rear - 19x9.5 +36 275/30/19
Had to roll my rear fender and file off parts of the rear bumper sheild inside the wheel well to prevent rubbing.
I took a whole bunch of pics in Long Island City, Queens, NY and here are a five of my favorites. BTW If we wanted to do some Queens meets I think meeting up in LIC would be good, low traffic and lots of parking and great shots.
Let me know what you think of the car and the pictures. It's my first photoshoot and next time I must have my wife pose with the car so I can post in the Hot Wives thread too! LOL
07-06-2009, 12:09 PM
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SF Challenges FTW!
Great looking car, very clean.
Great looking car, very clean.
07-06-2009, 12:18 PM
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^^^^ ssshhhh!
Ignorance is BLISS!
He'll be back.
Ignorance is BLISS!
He'll be back.
07-06-2009, 12:45 PM
#12
Utopia Taco Bell
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The best compliment of my life! LOL
As for more mods, really, I think I've had enough. I was thinking about an MS front bumper or painting my roof black, but like rodjonathan says, it's just a clean subtle look in person.
If I had to go wilder, I would have to lose my mind! LOL
As for the fender rolling - it was absolutely necessary even with just me in the car.
As for more mods, really, I think I've had enough. I was thinking about an MS front bumper or painting my roof black, but like rodjonathan says, it's just a clean subtle look in person.
If I had to go wilder, I would have to lose my mind! LOL
As for the fender rolling - it was absolutely necessary even with just me in the car.
Last edited by 416to212; 07-06-2009 at 01:00 PM.
07-06-2009, 01:07 PM
#13
Utopia Taco Bell
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I also have not driven into the city yet but I don't forsee any problems at low speed - these wheels are pretty strong. I'm glad I went with 19s but just wish I still had TPMS function.
07-06-2009, 03:48 PM
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I haven't driven on the BQE yet but they have vastly improved roads there and I didn't have much compliant after they repaved the bridge area between LIE to Metropolitan. Also the H-Techs are slightly softer than stock (IMHO) and the ride is a bit more cushy and so it feels like my wheels take a bit less abuse. I'm just worried about the Cross Bronx and New Jersey.
I also have not driven into the city yet but I don't forsee any problems at low speed - these wheels are pretty strong. I'm glad I went with 19s but just wish I still had TPMS function.
I also have not driven into the city yet but I don't forsee any problems at low speed - these wheels are pretty strong. I'm glad I went with 19s but just wish I still had TPMS function.
07-06-2009, 05:00 PM
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Utopia Taco Bell
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I know a lot of you will laugh but I've always painted my calipers with BBQ Grill Paint. It's high heat, cheap, and provides anti rust protection. Brushes on easy too!
I have a box of Dulicolor though and may redo them to look extra clean, it's been 3 years since I applied the BBQ Paint....