After 4 years....finally back in a IX! :)
May 13, 2012, 10:18 AM
#20
May 2012 update @ 26,500 miles - purchased/installed mods:
OEM JDM window visors
OEM JDM amber markers
OEM JDM 8 MR taillights
Nokya Hyper yellow fog lights
Lo Jack with Early Warning Recovery
Removed 20% tint
The car has unfortunately been sitting for the last week and I haven't had time to clean it so sorry for the dirty pix! I installed the new jdm tails, amber markers and window vents, as well as removing the tint as I prefer the fishbowl look.
And here are some of my buddies 2012 gsr X:
OEM JDM window visors
OEM JDM amber markers
OEM JDM 8 MR taillights
Nokya Hyper yellow fog lights
Lo Jack with Early Warning Recovery
Removed 20% tint
The car has unfortunately been sitting for the last week and I haven't had time to clean it so sorry for the dirty pix! I installed the new jdm tails, amber markers and window vents, as well as removing the tint as I prefer the fishbowl look.
And here are some of my buddies 2012 gsr X:
Last edited by bKevO; Aug 10, 2012 at 10:58 AM. Reason: Added pix
May 13, 2012, 10:26 AM
#21
Thanks, the TB grew on me. I thought I was settled on GG but there's something about this color that's subtle yett aggressive at the same time.
Hell yeah! Except I've only had the opportunity to see it on the weekends 
Btw, nice build and numbers on your evo!
I haven't forgotten, just haven't had the chance to take them out to snap some more pix. In the mean time, I did adjust the size of the original pix.
Thanks buddy! She pulls HARD & I love it! I'm going to be taking it easy though cause it's on the stock clutch/brakes but since I drive like a grandma 99% of the time, I should be good lol.
Btw, nice build and numbers on your evo!I haven't forgotten, just haven't had the chance to take them out to snap some more pix. In the mean time, I did adjust the size of the original pix.
Thanks buddy! She pulls HARD & I love it! I'm going to be taking it easy though cause it's on the stock clutch/brakes but since I drive like a grandma 99% of the time, I should be good lol.
Dec 13, 2012, 01:05 PM
#25
Thanks everyone for the kind words! It's been a very interesting 7 months so far to say the least so I figured it was time for some updates lol.
May 26, 2012 update @ 27,000 miles - accident:
**Car was side-swipped on driver-side while parked on the street**
- There was damage to both doors and the side-skirt
- Accident happened in Rhode Island while I was attending a graduation at Brown University
- LUCKILY the guy left his personal information including time/date of accident, ironically he was there for the graduation also but he happened to be from Queens, NY....damn NY drivers!
- Car was taken to Martino Auto Concepts in Glen Cove, NY (they specialize in exotics)
- Car was repaired by replacing/painting only the door skins as the damage was superficial and I didn't want any type of dent repair/bondo, etc. Car turned out beautiful, they blended the paint perfectly.
- Car was in the shop for about 6 weeks due to back-order on door skins from Mitsu Japan.
- I was stuck driving a rental but I can't complain. It made me appreciate the new Ford Fusions lol.
Damage:
In Progress:
Completed:
May 26, 2012 update @ 27,000 miles - accident:
**Car was side-swipped on driver-side while parked on the street**
- There was damage to both doors and the side-skirt
- Accident happened in Rhode Island while I was attending a graduation at Brown University
- LUCKILY the guy left his personal information including time/date of accident, ironically he was there for the graduation also but he happened to be from Queens, NY....damn NY drivers!
- Car was taken to Martino Auto Concepts in Glen Cove, NY (they specialize in exotics)
- Car was repaired by replacing/painting only the door skins as the damage was superficial and I didn't want any type of dent repair/bondo, etc. Car turned out beautiful, they blended the paint perfectly.
- Car was in the shop for about 6 weeks due to back-order on door skins from Mitsu Japan.
- I was stuck driving a rental but I can't complain. It made me appreciate the new Ford Fusions lol.
Damage:
In Progress:
Completed:
Last edited by bKevO; Dec 27, 2012 at 10:15 AM.
Dec 13, 2012, 01:13 PM
#26
July 2012 update @ 27,500 miles - purchased/installed mods:
Autometer dual pod
Innovate wideband gauge - red
Defi boost racer gauge - red
Rally Armor mudflaps w/ black lettering
McGard Wheel Locks for stock BBS - black
Extra TB trunk - I tried the wingless look but after 2 short weeks, I put my stock trunk back on.
Autometer dual pod
Innovate wideband gauge - red
Defi boost racer gauge - red
Rally Armor mudflaps w/ black lettering
McGard Wheel Locks for stock BBS - black
Extra TB trunk - I tried the wingless look but after 2 short weeks, I put my stock trunk back on.
Last edited by bKevO; Dec 13, 2012 at 01:25 PM.
Dec 13, 2012, 01:31 PM
#28
September 2012 update @ 28,500 miles - I decided to get the 30K maintenance done:
Amsoil Z-Rod 10W-30 (found out I have a valve release on my oil pan for quick/easy change lol)
OEM Mitsu oil filter
NGK Iridium spark plugs (ILFR7H)
Amsoil Tranny 75W90 Gear Oil
Amsoil Transfer Case 75W90 Severe gear
Amsoil Rear Diff LSD 75W90 Severe gear
Swift Spec-R springs
Amsoil Z-Rod 10W-30 (found out I have a valve release on my oil pan for quick/easy change lol)
OEM Mitsu oil filter
NGK Iridium spark plugs (ILFR7H)
Amsoil Tranny 75W90 Gear Oil
Amsoil Transfer Case 75W90 Severe gear
Amsoil Rear Diff LSD 75W90 Severe gear
Swift Spec-R springs
Dec 13, 2012, 01:51 PM
#29
November 2012 update @ 30,000 miles:
Blizzak LM-60 235/45/17 (brand new)
Torque Solutions underhood shifter bushings
Torque Solutions shifter base bushings
Flossy Heavyweight grip-tape shift knob (545 grams)
X-mas Tree shopping :-)
Blizzak LM-60 235/45/17 (brand new)
Torque Solutions underhood shifter bushings
Torque Solutions shifter base bushings
Flossy Heavyweight grip-tape shift knob (545 grams)
X-mas Tree shopping :-)
